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Wow. This ad truly hits home. If the home is an archaic cave from the 2nd century BCE. A standing ovation for our invincible talent of turning mothers into exquisite martyrs and celebrating their miseries. Because, really, what's a woman's worth if she's not sacrificing herself at the altar of everyone else's convenience? Let's measure her empowerment by the number of times she ignores her well-being to make life easier for everyone else. Then glorify the trails of blood and sweat she leaves behind while struggling to lift the burden of a society that failed her *and* finding her autonomy by using #SheCanCarryBoth. After all what's more empowering than jeopardizing your unborn child’s safety for enabling a few undisciplined brats who don’t know how to take responsibility for their actions? The cherry on the cake – let's glorify that last month of pregnancy when risking life and limb is just a small price to pay for a few claps and some pity tears. And what better brand to promote this new norm than the one that sells pregnancy test kits? They could have empowered a rape victim by timely detecting pregnancy but no - society isn’t decided on what to feel for rape victims and abortions. Let’s not make them uncomfortable. Besides, why actually *help* a woman? We have to keep pushing the already sky-high bar higher. If they aren’t already dying of guilt for not sacrificing enough that is. And don't we all love a woman who feels responsible for other’s failures? I mean, we have used her as the scapegoat for centuries. This should be a default trait in her by now. She should question her sanity for having healthy boundaries. Psychologists have been screaming at the top of their lungs that people-pleasing is a sickness that can trigger autoimmune diseases. But that doesn’t apply to superhumans. A woman is someone who *does not* challenge us to grow into accountable adults. There is a reason we are dismissive of mental health and emotional labour - we don’t want to give her a potential excuse to stop all the free fixing, counselling, pleasing, nurturing, empathizing, and basically, being the human equivalent of a doormat. Today’s Women's empowerment is nothing but centuries-old misogyny with a modern makeover, the bad Botox kind. Gaslighting women into thinking that Women's empowerment = Everyone else’s empowerment at her expense. By her choice! Remember how we glorified harassment in movies? We made the victim smile through it all. And yeah, what better day to this on than, you guessed it, Women’s Day! #tonedeaf #womenempowerment #toxicpositivity #womensday #internationalwomensday

This is absolutely inexcusable.

Baby Loss Awareness Week is coming up on 9-15 October. The week means a lot to many people, serving as a way to remember much-loved babies. For other people it can bring up too many painful memories and emotions. With this in mind, we're re-sharing our advice on how to avoid Baby Loss Awareness Week if it doesn't feel right for you this year. Read more: https://bit.ly/3XqAsi6 Wherever you are in your pregnancy journey, please remember we're here for you and can support you: https://bit.ly/2MmM3OQ #BLAW #BabyLossAwarenessWeek

July is National Cleft and Craniofacial Awareness and Prevention Month. Cleft lip and cleft palate are birth defects that happen when a baby’s lip or mouth doesn’t form completely during pregnancy. These conditions affect thousands of babies, children, teens, and adults in the United States each year. Cleft lip is an opening in a baby’s upper lip, while cleft palate is an opening in the roof of a baby’s mouth. They can occur together or separately. Understanding and awareness are key to supporting those affected by cleft lip and palate. Let's spread the word and learn more about these conditions and their impact. Join us in raising awareness this month and supporting the cleft and craniofacial community! #CleftAwareness #CraniofacialAwareness #SupportAndPrevention #BirthDefectsAwareness

📢LAST CHANCE to register! Join us TOMORROW for an important session: "Prevention of AEP - How Did We Get Here and Where Are We Going?" 📅 November 21 ⏰ 12:00 - 1:00 PM EST In this session, we’ll: ✔️ Explore the history of alcohol use messaging ✔️ Define current recommendations for alcohol use during pregnancy ✔️ Discuss alcohol use trends among women of childbearing age ✔️ Understand community needs in Indiana to prevent FASD ✔️ Learn evidence-based strategies to prevent FASD 🌟 Don't miss this chance to gain valuable insights and tools for better prevention! 👉️ Register: https://shorturl.at/HVU69 #FASDPrevention #PregnancyHealth

Did you know that women over the age of 35 should seek care from a specialist if they are pregnant or planning to become pregnant? These women are at increased risk of preterm labor and preterm birth, potentially causing the baby short-term and long-term health problems. They are also more likely to need a cesarean section. Follow the link to learn more about pregnancy after 35: https://bit.ly/4ft4YQu

Did you know that approximately 1 in 20 pregnant women report using illicit drugs during pregnancy? This alarming statistic highlights the importance of providing support and resources for expecting mothers who may be struggling with substance abuse. It's crucial for healthcare professionals and communities to come together to address this issue and ensure the health and well-being of both mother and baby. By raising awareness and offering non-judgmental support, we can help reduce the number of expecting mothers who overdose each year. Let's work together to create a safe and supportive environment for all mothers-to-be. #supportexpectingmothers #endthestigma #healthymothershealthybabies

There are enough pressures on moms during pregnancy and postpartum, but what happens when we are the ones applying those pressures, especially when it comes to the expectation of “bouncing back?” Tune into this week’s episode where I sit down with LevelTEN CEO, Joelle Cavagnaro, and talk about all the things postpartum. Tune in here: https://lnkd.in/eQyUFkEx

If a person does not consume and/or absorb enough iron, they can develop a condition called iron deficiency anemia. It’s more common in women then men, primarily because women bleed monthly and provide iron for their children during pregnancy. Watch our new BadGut® lecture on IDA to learn more. #WHW2024 https://lnkd.in/gY4a4yH3 #Video #Iron #badgut #lecture

At Petals, we truly know how difficult the festive period can be for anyone who has experienced baby loss. Sometimes, finding a safe space with those who have also navigated this heartbreaking journey and understand just how you are feeling can provide so much comfort. We have an online community of four private Facebook groups for anyone seeking peer support. 🌸 Petals Together - for anyone who has experienced pregnancy or baby loss - https://lnkd.in/dYV_FrN 🌸 Petals Dads - for men only, who have experienced pregnancy or baby loss - https://lnkd.in/drhkFWx 🌸 Petals Grandparents - for anyone who has lost a grandchild after pregnancy or baby loss - https://lnkd.in/druHHnX 🌸Petals PAL - for any parents who are experiencing a pregnancy following the loss of a baby or pregnancy. https://lnkd.in/eCQ4BzVQ