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Parenting After Your Own Childhood Trauma Isn’t Easy – But These 3 Tips Might Help
Parenting is a hard enough job as it is – and dealing with your own childhood trauma brings even more challenges. But these strategies show that it’s possible to be a capable, loving parent in spite of what you’ve been through.
Read MoreThis Is How Postpartum Depression Feels – And What It Takes to Overcome It
“I feel guilty admitting how miserable I am.” If you can relate to these stories, we hope you know that you’re not alone – and that there’s hope for healing the connection between you and your baby.
Read More12 Things Not to Say to People with Depression
Chances are, you know someone with depression – and you might have said something hurtful when you were trying to help them. Here’s what Marina Watanabe found out when she asked about the harmful comments people with depression get all too frequently.
Read More‘I’m Fat, But I’m Not…’ Proves Stereotypes Wrong in Under 2 Minutes
What comes to mind when you think of the word “fat?” You might believe some of the common stereotypes – and you’ll be surprised when these people make you rethink your assumptions.
Read MoreThis Poodle Analogy Perfectly Illuminates the Problem with Fatphobia in Society
Have you fallen for these false assumptions based on the “science” of weight and health? This illustration will show you exactly what the problem is, and give you a more empowering understanding.
Read More10 Signs That Made Me Realize I Was an Alcoholic (And Not Just a ‘Party Girl’)
“How did I go from being a carefree party girl to full-blown alcoholic?” This author realized alcoholism wasn’t what she thought it was – and that it actually includes a lot of her former behavior.
Read MoreHow to Survive College When You Have a Mental Disorder
Are you struggling to get through college while dealing with a mental disorder? You’re not the only one – and these practical tips can help.
Read More11 Stereotypes About Genital Herpes You Probably Believe (And Why You Shouldn’t)
These misconceptions are so common that this information will probably surprise you. When you read about how they fuel stigma against STI-positive people, you’ll realize why you need to stop buying into these myths.
Read MoreA Heartfelt Message for Everyone with Eating Disorders That Aren’t ‘Bad Enough’
Have you ever struggled with disordered eating, but felt left out of common images of what’s “bad enough” for treatment? You deserve support, too – and this is for you.
Read MoreThese 6 Chilling Facts Prove Size Discrimination Against Fat People Is Real
The second one really scared us, and it’s something nobody talks about. Do you have other examples of how people discriminate based on weight?
Read More5 Reasons You Should Care About Breastfeeding Even If You’re Not a Nursing Parent
This author thought she didn’t need to pay attention to this issue, but all that changed. This info shows why breastfeeding is a feminist issue – and we really need more feminists to care about it.
Read More8 Facts About the Clitoral Orgasm, Explained With Science Projects
Clitoral orgasms are mysterious to many people – even those of us who have clitorises. What could be more fun than science projects to teach you about them? Well…this video might have some ideas for you.
Read MoreWe Need to Stop Using These 3 Excuses to Justify Fat-Shaming Pregnant People
When “health concern” comes in this form, it’s not supportive – it’s oppressive. Have you witnessed any other ways of fat-shaming pregnant people?
Read MoreHelp! I Have a Weird Relationship with Food, But Is It an Eating Disorder?
Unhealthy “tips” about food are so common that a lot of us have disordered eating patterns and we don’t even know it. Do these signs apply to your eating habits?
Read More6 Crucial Facts the Reported Abortion Decline Reveals About Reproductive Justice
Studies confirm that abortion has declined. Can you guess what this means about the reality of reproductive rights?
Read MoreThe Beginner’s Guide to Reproductive Rights – What They Are and Why We Need Them
When it comes to this subject, most people talk about abortion laws. But did you know we have much more to fight for to support all of our reproductive rights?
Read MoreWhy the Dread in Dreadlocks Is Still a Factor When It Comes to Your Child’s Hair
Loc’ing sure isn’t easy – from the maintenance to the social stuff. Besides these four considerations, what do you think parents should ponder as they navigate this choice with their child?
Read MoreThis Comic Nails What It’s Like to Live With Mental Illness – And It’s Not Like Most People Think
If you’ve ever called an organized friend “OCD” or a pushy boss a “psycho,” you need to check out this brutally honest comic that can help a lot of struggling people.
Read More3 Ways the Media Could Step Up to Stop Abortion Stigma
We were shocked by the numbers on how often movies and TV show harmful myths about abortion. Can you think of an honest depiction in the media?
Read More6 Actual Facts About What It Means to Be Asexual
Myths and misconceptions about asexuality are way too common. Do any of these facts change what you thought about what being asexual means?
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