Tag: consent
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I Can’t Say ‘Me Too’ — The Reality of Rape Culture for Those Who Feel ‘Lucky’
Get Pregnant Fast As I scroll through my social media feed, I’m met with a chorus of “Me too” echoing from the posts of women I cherish and even those I’ve never encountered. The recurring message resonates deeply: “I have endured violations of my body, my essence, my humanity simply because I am a woman.”…
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Outdated North Carolina Rape Law Faces Potential Overhaul
Get Pregnant Fast A troubling legal loophole that has persisted in North Carolina since the late 1970s may finally be addressed this summer, but only if the state legislature acts swiftly. This antiquated law states that a man cannot be convicted of rape if a woman initially consented to sexual intercourse but later withdraws that…
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As a Mother of Sons, Here’s What I Want Them to Understand
Get Pregnant Fast It’s truly heartwarming to witness the innocent enthusiasm of my young boys. Their affection for me is palpable; they tackle-hug me without warning and shower me with kisses. Their playful antics, including shaking their little bottoms and finding humor in their nakedness, remind me of the pure joy of childhood. But as…
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Why the Outrage Over Harvey Weinstein Still Resonates Today
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s break this down: Harvey Weinstein has been accused of sexually harassing and assaulting numerous women. If you’re a woman who has ever been in the same room as him over the past two decades, chances are you’ve faced manipulation, intimidation, and outright bullying that compromised your safety and dignity. He is…
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My Child Won’t Be Sitting on Santa’s Lap This Year
Get Pregnant Fast Bah humbug, right? If you’ve thought it, you’re not alone. This is our fourth holiday season with kids, and while we’ve taken them to visit Santa every other year, this year is different. Remember when the #MeToo movement swept through social media? I can’t think of a single woman who hasn’t faced…
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Taylor Swift’s $1 Lawsuit Victory: A Win for Women Everywhere
Get Pregnant Fast There’s a significant victory in the realm of sexual assault litigation, and it comes from none other than pop icon Taylor Swift. After years of legal battles against a radio DJ, a judge ruled in Swift’s favor, awarding her a symbolic $1—a gesture she hopes will empower future sexual harassment victims. The…
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Exhibit ‘What Were You Wearing?’ Challenges Victim Blaming in Sexual Assault Cases
Get Pregnant Fast The night I experienced sexual assault, I was dressed in a simple outfit: blue jeans and a plain black top. That was back in 1990 when I was just 16 years old. You might find yourself pondering the specifics of my attire. Were the jeans tight? Was my top low-cut? Did it…
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Your ‘Kissy’ Kid’s Affection Isn’t Adorable When It’s Unwanted
Get Pregnant Fast During a recent parenting event at a local museum, I found myself amidst a stark reminder of the importance of consent in our children’s interactions. As I observed a lively group of kids, one particular boy, around four years old, made it his mission to dash from child to child, wrapping them…
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Why We Should Move Beyond ‘Not All Men’ and Ask ‘Why All Women?’
Get Pregnant Fast I remember sitting in my friend Emily’s car, sharing a moment of vulnerability as we drove to her house. It had been weeks since I last saw her, and I was eager to reconnect. But I was also grappling with a painful truth I had kept buried for too long. During a…
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How I’m Teaching My Sons About Consent in the Age of #MeToo
Get Pregnant Fast Trigger Warning: Discussions of sexual assault. Scrolling through social media, it’s impossible to ignore the two words that have become a rallying cry: “Me too.” Heartbreaking stories abound, like the woman who shared, “Me too. Since I was 12.” Accounts of child sexual abuse, harassment, and objectification flood my feed, revealing a…