Tag: parental rights
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How International Laws Can Leave a Parent ‘Trapped’ in a Foreign Country
Get Pregnant Fast In today’s interconnected world, the complexities of international law can unexpectedly entrap parents like 32-year-old British national Lucy Anderson in foreign countries. Lucy, who is the mother of a half-Australian child, finds herself unable to leave Australia with her son until he reaches adulthood. Without a permanent residency or work visa, she…
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The Adoption Journey for Birth Parents
Read more When faced with an unplanned pregnancy, many women might initially react with the thought, “I could never give my baby away!” This perspective often stems from the experiences of past generations, where expectant mothers felt excluded from the adoption process and lacked control over the future of their child. Today, however, the adoption…
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Some Schools Still Use Corporal Punishment, and It’s Time for Change
Get Pregnant Fast In a recent NPR segment, titled “Where Corporal Punishment Is Still Used in Schools, Its Roots Run Deep,” a shocking revelation emerged: approximately 110,000 students experienced physical punishment in schools across the United States during the 2013-2014 academic year. This practice persists particularly in states like Mississippi, Alabama, Arkansas, and Texas, where…
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Frequently Asked Questions About Adoption
Read more Here are some common inquiries regarding the adoption process. When it comes to adoption, birth parents have the option to decide if they would like to maintain contact with the child in the future. The level of communication between birth parents, adoptive families, and the child is a mutual decision made by the…
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Free-Range Parenting Legislation Passed in Utah: A Step Toward Independence
Get Pregnant Fast In a significant shift for parenting norms, Utah has recently enacted a law that embraces the principles of free-range parenting, allowing parents greater leeway to let their children explore the world independently. Governor Derek Thompson’s support for this groundbreaking bill, which received unanimous approval from both the House and Senate, marks a…
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I Advocated for Paid Paternity Leave — and Ended Up with More Time Than My Partner
Read more When my partner, Sarah, and I decided to expand our family in 2018, I initially thought I’d be taking unpaid leave as a new dad. However, Sarah had a different perspective: she suggested I advocate for more paternity leave. At first, I accepted the idea that I would get no paid parental leave.…
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Family Outraged After Seven-Year-Old Boy with Special Needs Handcuffed at School
Get Pregnant Fast A Dallas school district is facing significant backlash following the alarming incident involving a seven-year-old boy with special needs who was handcuffed at school. The event took place at Hillcrest Academy on May 9, when young Ethan Matthews, a student with ADHD and a mood disorder, reportedly began banging his head against…
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Trump’s Medical Policy Instills Fear in LGBTQ+ Parents
Get Pregnant Fast Trump’s healthcare policies have become a source of anxiety for LGBTQ+ parents, as illustrated by the troubling experiences of many families. A case that surfaced from Michigan in 2015 exemplifies this fear. A couple, Sarah and Jamie, had carefully selected Dr. Melissa Bright as their child’s pediatrician, fully aware of their same-sex…
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Why It’s Essential to Establish a Health Care Power of Attorney for Your 18-Year-Old
Get Pregnant Fast Congratulations on your child stepping into adulthood! Whether they’re still living at home, heading off to college, or exploring the globe, it’s vital to consider how you can access their medical information if needed. This becomes especially crucial if they find themselves injured while traveling, whether it’s in another country or just…
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Mother’s Standoff Over Vaccinations Puts Her at Risk of Jail Time
Get Pregnant Fast A Michigan mother is facing potential imprisonment for refusing to comply with a court order mandating vaccinations for her son. Despite extensive evidence supporting the benefits of childhood vaccinations, some parents continue to resist immunization, exercising their legal rights in various states to opt out of recommended vaccination schedules. This particular case…