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Utilize These Engaging Videos to Educate Your Kids on Consent
Parenting Get Pregnant Fast In an age where awareness about sexual assault is growing, the concept of consent often remains unclear. To aid in this vital conversation, we’ve compiled a selection of informative, age-appropriate videos designed to help parents teach their children about consent effectively. The first video is tailored for preschoolers and elementary-aged kids,…
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Navigating Campus Sexual Assault Concerns: Key Insights for Parents
Get Pregnant Fast As we venture deeper into the era of co-education, college life has become a complex environment, particularly when it comes to sexual relationships. Many universities exhibit a culture of female empowerment, where conversations about sexual experiences flow just as easily as discussions about class schedules over morning coffee. Yet, lurking beneath this…
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Parents, We Must Do More to Combat Sexual Assault and Harassment
Get Pregnant Fast The resurgence of the #metoo movement, initiated by Tarana Burke, has brought to light the unsettling reality that many individuals, like myself, have faced harassment during formative years. Reflecting on my experience in 8th grade, I recall being subjected to unwanted advances from a fellow student who felt entitled to invade my…
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Twitter Sparks #MeAt14 Movement to Highlight the Innocence of Youth and the Issue of Consent
Get Pregnant Fast In a powerful reminder of the vulnerability of youth, a new Twitter movement titled #MeAt14 has emerged, shedding light on the stark reality that being 14 is still very much being a child. The initiative gained traction in response to allegations against a prominent politician, Greg Turner, who has faced accusations of…
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Five Lessons for My Daughter and Five for My Son
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: March 24, 2021 Originally Published: January 27, 2018 Regardless of who you are, parenting often comes with a tinge of fear. From worrying about common illnesses to concerns over accidents, the moment you welcome a child into your life, the world transforms into a daunting landscape. As parents, we are entrusted…
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No, My Daughter Is Not Obligated to Dance with Your Son
Get Pregnant Fast As my daughter prepares for her second middle school dance next week, conversations among parents swirl around nostalgic tales of their youth, discussing outfits, carpools, and the inevitable question: will anyone actually dance? “I wish the girls would just say yes to any boy who asks. It’s just a dance,” I’ve heard…
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Teaching Our Kids About Consent: An Essential Conversation
Get Pregnant Fast As uncomfortable as it might be, it’s imperative for us to educate our children—both boys and girls—about the concept of consent. The earlier we start this conversation, the better. Begin simply by instilling in your children the understanding that they have complete authority over their own bodies. From there, as they mature,…
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Twitter Users Share Their Stories of Sexual Assault — A Journalist Amplifies Their Voices
Get Pregnant Fast In a time marked by an unprecedented surge of public disclosures regarding sexual assault, abuse, and misconduct, journalist Alex Martinez has stepped up to offer a platform for victims to share their experiences. The movement gained significant momentum following the allegations against high-profile figures, highlighting that this is not just a Hollywood…
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5 Essential Body Safety Guidelines Every Child Should Understand
Get Pregnant Fast As parents, we often find ourselves facing uncomfortable truths that we would rather avoid. However, addressing the harsh realities of child safety is imperative. Shockingly, the National Sex Offender Public website reports that 1 in 6 boys and 1 in 4 girls will experience sexual abuse before they turn 18. A report…
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Toxic Masculinity Affects Everyone: Here’s How We Can Combat It
Get Pregnant Fast In light of the recent surge in sexual assault allegations and revelations, I’ve been reflecting on the responsibilities we hold as parents of a son. Nobody sets out to raise their boys to become inappropriate or misogynistic individuals, yet we continue to hear alarming accounts of figures like Mark Thompson and John…