Tag: societal norms
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Why I Chose to Share My Pregnancy News Early: A Personal Reflection
Get Pregnant Fast In the world of pregnancy, there are countless unwritten rules and social expectations that often go unquestioned, especially by first-time mothers. It’s as if there’s a well-trodden path laid out by those who came before us, and we’re expected to follow it without hesitation. Through my own pregnancy experiences, I’ve learned that…
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Matt Damon’s Misguided Remarks: A Closer Look at His ‘Not All Men’ Defense
Get Pregnant Fast In a recent promotion for his film ‘Downsizing’, actor Matt Damon found himself at the center of controversy during an interview with journalist Nick Thompson. When the topic of sexual misconduct allegations in Hollywood arose, Damon embarked on a lengthy discourse that many found troubling. His comments seemed to prioritize his perspective…
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Attention, Men: It’s Time to Stop Labeling Women as ‘Crazy’
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s get real for a moment. I’ve had my fair share of being labeled a “crazy lady” more times than I can count. Unfortunately, many women have faced this same stigma. I might own being a bit feisty at times, but I refuse to accept being called crazy for simply expressing my…
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I’m Not Married to the Father of My Children, and the Opinions Keep Coming
Get Pregnant Fast One of the most frequently asked questions I receive about my relationship, aside from our origin story (spoiler: we didn’t meet online despite our fifteen-year age gap), is, “Are you planning to get married?” This is a completely valid inquiry. My partner, Jake, and I have been together for nearly eight years,…
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How Our Society Shapes Young Boys — And My Commitment to Change It
Get Pregnant Fast I’ve often been told that I tend to overdo things. Yet, when I see something that doesn’t sit right with me, I can’t help but take action. For instance, while nestled under a cozy blanket on my sofa in Wisconsin, I’ll rise without a word and walk across the room in front…
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I Painted My Son’s Nails, and the Reactions Were Eye-Opening
Get Pregnant Fast Yesterday, while I was refreshing my nail polish, my adventurous 3-year-old son approached me, captivated by the vibrant color I was using. He eagerly requested that I paint his nails too. Without a second thought, I agreed. For me, nail polish is simply a fun addition to self-expression, and the desire to…
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Kissing Your Children on the Lips is Not Strange—So Let’s Stop Acting Like It Is
Get Pregnant Fast Recently, a photo shared by famous athlete Mark Johnson of him kissing his five-year-old daughter, Lily, went viral on social media. The heartwarming image, captioned “Kiss for Daddy,” was met with an unexpected wave of criticism that left many scratching their heads. While it’s common to see parents expressing affection towards their…
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Ladies, Stop Waiting for Permission to Indulge
Get Pregnant Fast Recently, I stumbled upon a captivating post from a friend on Instagram. It featured a close-up shot of a pristine glass brimming with a rich red wine, resting on her polished granite countertop in her elegantly designed kitchen. The wine shimmered, appearing almost luminescent. As I gazed at the image, my mouth…