family

Family life from the feminist perspective; can women have it all? Can anyone?

Mompreneur Madness
Picture this: A frazzled mother of two, knee-deep in diapers and spilled apple juice, suddenly gets hit by a bolt of entrepreneurial lightning. This is the laugh-out-loud story of how I, a sleep-deprived mom determined to conquer the chaos, decided to become a business maven and show my little ones that dreams come true – even if they're wearing mismatched socks.
By Trine Hauge Schreiber2 years ago in Viva
Motherhood's complex Tapestry
The journey into motherhood is an emotional whirlwind that immerses women in a kaleidoscope of feelings. This life-altering experience brings forth profound love, unwavering presence, and, at the same time, a persistent longing for personal space, creating a complex, contradictory landscape of emotions. In this exploration of motherhood, I find myself reflecting on these emotional paradoxes and the intricate balance they demand.
By Trine Hauge Schreiber2 years ago in Viva
How to Change Your Self-Image
Disclaimer: To all who want to comment, "your self worth should come within," please refrain. It's not an overnight process & internalized criticisms skew our thoughts. Seeing the reality that you are loved is a step towards increasing your self worth.
By Ashley Tripp2 years ago in Viva
PCOS = Painful Cramps On Steroids. Content Warning.
S.A Crawford wrote a vulnerable and revealing piece on her recent diagnosis of PCOS (otherwise known as, Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome). And the outreach of women who were all echoing the same sentiment that I did had me sitting with my eyes wide, and heart hurting. But also really proud of all the brave women who are willing to share their stories and the pains they endured to comfort Crawford and let her know she wasn't alone.
By Hope Martin2 years ago in Viva
Mamas Know
As women, as mothers, many of us can look at this mama bear and we relate immediately and deeply, like a swift punch to the gut.
By Sam The Doula (Blooming Miracle)2 years ago in Viva
Sacrificial Lamb
SACRIFICIAL LAMB The late afternoon sun worked its way through the filthy attic window and drifted lazily down onto the stack of boxes that loomed in front of me, silently challenging me to get to work. One more chore to check off on the never-ending list. The funeral arrangements, check, flowers, check, notified family, friends...I didn't know my mother's friends and hadn't been about to search her cluttered desk for an address book. That would be too organized for my mother. She likely kept phone numbers on bits of paper, scattered amongst other bits of paper. My sister, Carole, wasn't inclined to search either, so we'd put a notice in the paper, check. Met with the lawyer about her will, check, canceled credit cards, check, and bank accounts, check. Every one item spawned two more, it seemed. And now we were faced with her house; a lifetime of stuff we'd have to pick through and decide what was garbage and what not, check.
By Selaine Henriksen2 years ago in Viva
Pain Relief in Labour III: Waterbirth, AKA, "The Aquadural"
This isn’t a medical guide, and should not replace advice from your doctor or midwife. I am writing from the UK, so options may be different where you are.
By Sam The Doula (Blooming Miracle)2 years ago in Viva
Weekly Pregnancy Classes
Antenatal Classes in Shrewsbury Weekly classes for mums to be Improve your health and comfort in pregnancy Prepare your mind, body, and baby for birth
By Sam The Doula (Blooming Miracle)2 years ago in Viva
A DAY IN MY LIFE!!!
A DAY IN MY LIFE!!! I am a girl child who belongs to South India. I don’t know about other countries but in our country we will have some strict traditions and customs. That was the day when I got my first period. I still remember that day, that is why people say that we won’t forget the days which are very sorrowful. So, I got my period when I was in my School hours and one of my friends caught me bleeding. After sometime I got to know that I got my first period and it was obvious in any woman's life. My parents took me home to perform some rituals and everything got well and good. We usually get periods after every month, So, when I got my next period, I as usual came from school and told my mom that i have got my second period.She immediately took me out of the house and said that you should not come directly into the house. I DON’T KNOW WHAT IS ACTUALLY HAPPENING!!! After the second month I got to know that OKAY! I should follow some rituals to live in this house LOL!!!
By Ankitha Adapa2 years ago in Viva
**Exploring the Cosmos of Imagination: Top 5 Science Fiction Books** . Content Warning.
Science fiction, often regarded as the genre of boundless imagination, has the power to transport readers to worlds beyond our own, where technology, space, and the human spirit collide in fascinating and often mind-bending ways. In this article, we embark on an interstellar journey through the Top 5 science fiction books that have enthralled readers and expanded our understanding of the universe.
By Nexus Narrator3 years ago in Viva
Transition - AKA that "I can't do it!" moment
What is it? At some point, almost all women in labour have a little bit of a panic or a meltdown. They usually cry, "I can't do this!" Midwives hear this phrase a lot.
By Sam The Doula (Blooming Miracle)3 years ago in Viva
Bloody Hell. Top Story - August 2023.
A quick note to men You may be tempted to skip this, thinking it's not for you. Don't. Unless you live on an island populated entirely by males, there are insights here for you as well. And if you already know them, then you might have something to add. If you have a daughter, or niece, or female students, then this is absolutely for your consideration. It is likely that a girl would prefer to get a commemmorative gift from her mother, or another female relative. The other stuff? They need that from both parents.
By L.C. Schäfer3 years ago in Viva