Tag: equality
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As a Dad, Here’s Why I’m Excited About the New Birth Control Pill for Men
Get Pregnant Fast Buckle up, everyone! I have some significant news to share. After 60 long years since the first oral contraceptive was introduced for women, we are finally on the verge of a working birth control pill designed for men. I know it seems like it happened overnight, but let’s be real; it’s been…
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Why Are So Many Women Speaking Out Now? Here’s the Truth
Get Pregnant Fast Why are so many women coming forward now to share their experiences? Why the delay? Why not speak up sooner? The answer is complex and rooted in a long history of oppression. Historical Context Historically, women faced significant barriers that limited their rights and freedoms. For instance, until 1948, women were prohibited…
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Dear Wives: It’s Not Insignificant to Expect Your Husband to Share Household Chores
Get Pregnant Fast Scene: After settling the kids down for the night, I make my way to the master bedroom, ready to tackle some work on my laptop. My husband, Jake, is in the room as well — he’s just started folding a load of laundry. Yes, he initiated this task because he recognized it…
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Instilling a Love for America in My Children – But Not This Version of America
Get Pregnant Fast I have a deep affection for my country. I cherish the stunning variety of its landscapes and the rich tapestry of its people. I admire the principles of a representative government that serves the populace, and I appreciate the carefully designed balance of power within our governmental structure, as well as the…
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24 Relatable Tweets That Every Woman Will Find Hilarious
Get Pregnant Fast For ages, society has depicted women as the weaker sex—more emotional, less intelligent, and lacking a sense of humor. Yet the women I know are anything but that; they are resilient, wise, witty, and downright hilarious. Despite the countless battles for equal pay and autonomy over our bodies, we find ourselves still…
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Cafe Implements 18 Percent ‘Man Tax’ to Highlight Wage Disparities
Get Pregnant Fast In an era where discussions about gender pay inequity remain crucial, a cafe in Melbourne, Australia, has taken an innovative approach to raise awareness about this pressing issue. Named Empowered Cafe, this establishment has implemented an 18 percent surcharge for male patrons, aptly dubbed the ‘man tax.’ This bold move aims to…
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Boys Wear Skirts to Challenge School’s ‘No Shorts’ Dress Code Policy
Get Pregnant Fast In a bold move amidst an intense heatwave, students at Isca Academy in Exeter, England, are making headlines by donning skirts in protest of their school’s restrictive dress code. Traditionally, dress codes have been scrutinized for disproportionately impacting female students, but this recent demonstration highlights how such outdated policies can also hinder…
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An Open Letter to My Daughter: Acknowledging the Misogyny You’ll Face
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Emma, As I reflect on the world I’ve brought you into, I can’t help but feel a mix of frustration and sorrow. This society can be incredibly challenging for women, and I want to take a moment to express my apologies for the misogyny you will inevitably encounter. First and foremost,…