Tag: advocacy
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The Alarming Disappearance of Native Women: An Urgent Call to Action
Get Pregnant Fast “Indigenous women go missing twice: once in reality and a second time in the headlines.” This poignant statement from Maya Torres, a co-founder of the initiative Save Our Sisters, encapsulates the dire situation facing Native women across the United States and Canada. An epidemic is sweeping through these communities, as Native women…
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One in Six American Children Faces Daily Hunger, Affecting Their Health and Education
Get Pregnant Fast If you believe that childhood hunger is a distant issue or something that only affects certain segments of the population, think again. In the United States, one in every six children struggles with hunger daily. This alarming statistic translates to 13 million kids living in homes with little to no food. These…
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Understanding the Human Rights Crisis in North Korea
Get Pregnant Fast North Korea, ruled by the despotic leader Kim Jong-un, is often depicted as a nation under the iron grip of tyranny. Reports indicate that he has gone to the extreme of eliminating family members who dare to oppose him. The regime’s nuclear threats towards other nations, particularly the United States, have kept…
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What I Wish I Could Tell My Past Self After Receiving a Down Syndrome Diagnosis
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Me, You’re on the brink of receiving news that, deep down, you sensed was coming. Since that ultrasound revealed soft markers for Down syndrome, you’ve been dreading this moment—the call that will send your 20-week pregnant self to the cold, tiled floor of your new rental home. As you sob and…
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Don’t Judge My Child with Special Needs: A Mama Bear’s Perspective
Get Pregnant Fast We stood in front of the mirror, excitement buzzing in the air. An audience of over twenty was present, even though only five little girls were set to perform. One parent had even brought along what appeared to be a professional photographer. But I held no judgment; today was a significant milestone…
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It’s Maxine Waters Time, Everyone! And She’s Taking Charge
Get Pregnant Fast Maxine Waters is undoubtedly a force to be reckoned with, and we are here for all of it. While she may be well aware of her significance, let’s take a moment to highlight her remarkable contributions. You might already recognize the California representative, especially after she chose not to attend the Trump…
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DeVos Hesitates on Safeguarding Sexual Assault Victims Until Engaging with ‘Men’s Rights’ Organizations
Get Pregnant Fast In recent discussions surrounding campus sexual assault, a troubling question arises: Are women falsely accusing men of rape after regretting consensual encounters? Are reports of domestic violence exaggerated? These are the sentiments echoed by certain men’s rights groups that Betsy DeVos, the Secretary of Education, plans to consult before finalizing her stance…
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How I Advocated for Pregnancy Loss Leave After My Miscarriage
Read more Every nurse in my unit now has access to the same essential benefit I needed. When I experienced a miscarriage at five weeks along, it felt like my world had shattered. I knew I needed time off to heal—and I believed that others facing similar losses would also benefit from support. A brief…
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I Have a Transgender Child, And I Will Share Our Story Until the Hate Ends
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, the journey of raising a transgender child is both challenging and rewarding. My partner, Alex, and I were overjoyed when we welcomed twins into our family, believing we were adding two boys based on our ultrasound results. We even informed our eldest daughter, Emma, that she would soon have…