Tag: beauty standards
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Learning to Love Myself as a Plus-Size Mom
Get Pregnant Fast A few years ago, I penned what I intended to be a light-hearted piece for this website titled “Obese and Expecting.” It resonated with countless readers and was shared extensively on social media. Many women reached out to express their gratitude for my candidness about having healthy pregnancies while being a size…
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Why Does 40 Feel Like the New 20?
Get Pregnant Fast As I scroll through an endless stream of social media ads promising to erase my wrinkles and restore youthful vitality, I can’t help but let out a weary sigh. The allure of longer lashes and promises to eliminate cellulite is tempting, but the before-and-after images often seem more like illusions than reality.…
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I Chopped My Hair Short and I’m Not Seeking Approval
Get Pregnant Fast Last week, while I was waiting in line for complimentary frozen yogurt, my son was energetically playing with a new friend he made during our wait. The friend’s mother complimented my curls, and I instinctively replied with an enthusiastic, “Thank you!” Almost immediately, I blurted out, “I’m thinking about cutting it.” The…
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This Swimsuit Photo Secret Has Twitter in a Frenzy
Get Pregnant Fast The swimsuit industry has been deceiving us for far too long. While it’s no secret that professional photoshoots often undergo extensive Photoshop and airbrushing—especially when it comes to female models in swimsuits—the truth behind that flawless appearance is finally coming to light. A recent viral Twitter thread has sparked both frustration and…
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Embracing the Visible Belly Outline: A Celebration of Real Bodies
Get Pregnant Fast Ladies, let’s face it: many of us have a Visible Belly Outline (VBO). Rather than hiding it away, perhaps it’s time we learn to embrace it. This trend, popularized on platforms like Instagram, transcends size and shape. The hashtag #VBO represents more than just a body type; it signifies a collective declaration…
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Mom’s Viral Post About Embracing Gray Hair Offers a Powerful Self-Love Lesson
Get Pregnant Fast In a world where self-criticism often reigns supreme, how many of us gaze into the mirror each day and find fault with our appearance? Perhaps you think your arms are “too flabby,” your thighs rub together, or your stomach doesn’t measure up. Maybe you notice the wrinkles that signal age and wonder…
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Someone Give This Guy a Medal for Loving His ‘Curvy’ Wife
Get Pregnant Fast In a world that often imposes unrealistic beauty standards, it’s refreshing to hear stories like that of writer and advocate Jake Morgan, who proudly showcases his affection for his wife, a vibrant and curvy woman. Through his viral social media post, Jake has ignited a conversation about body positivity and the importance…
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Enough With the Facial Hair Already
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Face, It seems you’ve forgotten a crucial detail: I’m not a man, and I definitely don’t desire a beard or any unexpected patches of hair you seem so eager to provide. So, could you please stop? Perhaps you’ve always wanted to be a scalp instead, taking your one shot at it.…
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A Candid Photo My Son Took Shifted My Perspective on Body Image
Get Pregnant Fast On a regular afternoon, my 7-year-old son excitedly brandished my phone, showcasing a candid shot he had captured of me without my knowledge. The image was blurry and poorly lit, but all I could focus on were my perceived flaws: the double chin, the wrinkles that have started to show, and the…
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Empowering My Child: “Your Body Belongs to You”
Get Pregnant Fast By: Emily Richards Recently, my 9-year-old son, Jake, announced that he wanted to shave a portion of his hair. “Just a bit,” he clarified, as he gestured towards a large section on the side of his head. Caught off guard, I took a moment to collect my thoughts. Yet, I instinctively fell…