Tag: open conversations
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I Hate That I Have to Shatter My Children’s Innocence Before They’re Prepared
Get Pregnant Fast Dec. 14, 2023 My daughter approached me with wide eyes, asking if we could have a private chat. I led her into my room and closed the door behind us. It took her a moment to find the words, and as I noticed tears brimming in her eyes, I was transported back…
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What Impairs Children’s Understanding of Race
Get Pregnant Fast As a mother for the past six years, I’ve observed a concerning trend among fellow parents that leaves me feeling not just uncomfortable, but genuinely upset. Some moms wear this behavior like a badge of honor, believing they are being progressive and open-minded. However, this perception couldn’t be more misguided. The notion…
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Teaching Religious Abstinence: A Path to Shame That Fails to Educate
Get Pregnant Fast Growing up in a small town, I cherished my childhood, surrounded by farms, football games, and churches on nearly every corner. Even after leaving for college and starting a new life, I dreamed of returning to that hometown for my wedding. When I finally walked down the aisle of that Southern Baptist…
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Menstruation Is a Natural Process—It’s Time to Normalize It
Get Pregnant Fast When my eldest was about five years old, we found ourselves discussing human reproduction. I can’t quite recall what sparked the conversation—perhaps a family member was expecting or he saw something unexpected on a nature documentary. Regardless, I dove right into the topic. At home, we’re all about biology, so things took…