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I am a huge advocate for breastfeeding. THIS article by Nicholas Day touches on both how amazing breast milk is and how much of a mystery it is. I know not everyone is able to breastfeed, which is why I am so deeply thankful that I over came my supply issues and thrush and have been able to nurse my son exclusively. It is just so easy and convenient, not to mention cuddly! I love it!
So read this.
There is so much information and misinformation circling around out there about what is and isn’t safe during pregnancy and a lot of the time it’s completely contradictory. This can be incredibly confusing and stressful, especially for a pregnant woman who already has enough on her plate to worry about. Tracie Egan Morriseey wrote THIS tongue in cheek article that is absolutely spot on. It just goes to show that you shouldn’t take any one field of thought that you read on the internet too seriously. Your best bet is to speak to a professional directly.
So read this.
My husband Raf sent me THIS article this morning. In light of the fact that we are about to become parents we have been having a lot of discussion about how best to help our son and any future children navigate this society that is constantly bombarding us with sexist stereotypes. If only more people were like this 13 year old girl, the world would be a far better place. Way to go McKenna!
I’m so lucky to have an amazing husband that advocates for gender equality and is constantly speaking out for women’s rights. He often challenges his male friends and co-workers to actively think about and process the messages that society sends regarding gender roles and stereotypes. I couldn’t be more proud to be married to this man.
So read this.