Tag: self-expression
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You’re Not Being ‘Too Sensitive’—At Work or Anywhere
Get Pregnant Fast The other day, my friend Clara confided in me about a disagreement at her job. “I’m probably just being too sensitive,” she remarked, hesitating. “Maybe I should just let it go and make sure I’m not overreacting.” As she spoke, I could hear the inner conflict in her voice—her emotions clashing with…
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My Daughter and Her Friends Chose Swimwear from the Boys’ Section This Year
Get Pregnant Fast A few weeks ago, my friends Lisa and Karen and I embarked on a swimsuit shopping trip with our five daughters, who range in age from 10 to 17. We headed to a local store that was offering significant discounts, as our girls had outgrown their swimsuits from the previous summer. Each…
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Growing Older Is Boosting My Confidence, And I Embrace It
Get Pregnant Fast Aging has certainly brought a few unexpected changes. For starters, there are those pesky chin hairs, along with a noticeable decline in the firmness of various body parts. Not to mention the stiff morning shuffle that resembles an arthritic penguin for the first 20 minutes out of bed. While these aspects can…
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Mom’s Photos Celebrate the Joy of Allowing Kids to Dress Freely
Get Pregnant Fast In an inspiring showcase of modern parenting, photographer Rachel Monroe beautifully captures her five-year-old son, Leo, embracing self-expression through his fashion choices. Leo proudly wears dresses, defying traditional gender norms, while his mother wholeheartedly supports his journey to discover his unique style. Rachel shares that Leo has been experimenting with dresses for…
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Ladies, Speak Up About Your Desires in the Bedroom
Get Pregnant Fast It’s not uncommon for discussions about intimacy to arise among friends, yet a troubling trend often emerges. Even among my most liberated and candid friends, I notice that many hesitate to express their true desires in bed. Conversations about personal fantasies or preferences can quickly turn into an exchange of unfulfilled wishes…
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Discover the World’s First Gender-Neutral Clothing Store
Get Pregnant Fast In recent years, society has made significant progress in recognizing and embracing gender nonconformity, but there’s still a long way to go. One pioneering organization is taking a bold step forward by launching the first-ever gender-neutral clothing store, and it’s everything you could hope for and more. Nestled in Manhattan, this expansive…
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Should We Allow Our Daughters to Join Cheerleading Squads?
Get Pregnant Fast Recently, I overheard a girl remark, “My mom said I could participate in any sport except cheerleading because it’s just about cheering for the boys.” As a feminist, I understood her perspective, but as someone who once donned a cheerleader’s uniform, I found myself conflicted. This led me to reflect on whether…
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Women Have the Right to Choose Their Body Hair Style (or Lack Thereof)
Get Pregnant Fast A few years back, I was out for a group run with some close friends, and as always, we used that time to catch up on our lives, share parenting stories, and indulge in some light-hearted gossip. While we jogged along the familiar routes, we shared our frustrations about our husbands, the…