Tag: advocacy
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The Vital Role of Healthcare Access from the Perspective of NICU Parents
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to the significance of accessible healthcare, few can speak to it as profoundly as parents of NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit) babies. Recent discussions around healthcare have brought to light the experiences of families facing this reality, and the stories shared are both heartbreaking and inspiring. Take, for example,…
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What Happens When Our Protective Reach Comes to an End?
Get Pregnant Fast We prioritize our children’s safety even before they arrive in this world. Our commitment begins with healthy eating, careful weight management, and taking essential vitamins, all to ensure the well-being of our baby. We attend regular checkups, undergo ultrasounds, listen to heartbeats, and monitor movements. We make sleep choices that favor our…
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What I Wish My Child with Autism Could Understand
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Lucas, As I write this letter, I know you may never read it, and that’s okay. I have so much I want to share with you, but at just 7 years old, I feel it may be overwhelming. Instead, I’ll share these thoughts with the world. If I had the ability…
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Widespread Protests for Gun Violence Prevention: A True Uprising
Get Pregnant Fast As lawmakers backed by gun lobbyists resort to their usual “thoughts and prayers” rhetoric following the tragic school shooting in Parkland, Florida, students like Ava Johnson are calling out their empty promises. “Politicians sitting in their opulent offices, funded by the NRA, insist that nothing could have been done to avert this…
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Every Child Deserves a Place in the Classroom: A Call to the Alabama State Board of Education
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent of two children with disabilities, I find myself exhausted—not just from the daily challenges of parenting but from having to constantly justify my daughter’s right to exist and learn alongside her peers. Recently, a video surfaced from a meeting of the Alabama State Board of Education featuring board member,…
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A Charity Has Rented Trump’s Childhood Home to Support Refugees
Get Pregnant Fast In a striking initiative, a humanitarian organization has temporarily taken over Donald Trump’s childhood residence to highlight the plight of refugees. This past weekend, the aid agency Oxfam transformed the Queens, NY home into a platform for change, inviting refugees to share their stories and raise awareness about the ongoing global crisis.…
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Navigating Friendships After the Loss of My Child
Get Pregnant Fast I feel compelled to express my sincerest apologies to everyone in my life. To all my friends and family who have had to endure my presence since the heartbreaking loss of my daughter last year, I want you to know how much I appreciate your support. The profound grief I carry has…
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A Heartfelt Thank You to the Cashier at Wendy’s Who Made My Special Needs Child Feel Valued
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Emily, Today, I brought my 10-year-old son to Wendy’s during your shift for a quick lunch. When you greeted him and asked how he was doing, I noticed his response was a bit jumbled, which might have surprised you. You glanced at me, and then back to him, as he continued…
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Living with Multiple Sclerosis: A Letter to My Unborn Child
Lifestyle Get Pregnant Fast One evening, while I was out for a stroll with your older brother in his stroller, your dad offered to take over the push. But a wave of uncertainty washed over me; I hesitated, fearing I might not be able to stand if I let go. After a series of tests…