gender roles
A look at the evolution of gender roles, from Leave It to Beaver, paternity leave, female breadwinners and more.
How Women's Brains Differ from Men's Brains
The idea that women's brains are structured differently than men's brains has been a topic of scientific debate for decades. While there is no conclusive evidence to suggest that women's brains are inherently different from men's brains, some studies have shown that there are differences in the way that men's and women's brains are structured and function.
By thingsandstuffzy3 years ago in Viva
Women's Fight for Equality: Any Progress?
Women make up approximately half of the world's population, yet they face numerous challenges and inequalities in many areas of life. Despite significant progress in the past century, women still face discrimination and obstacles in areas such as education, employment, healthcare, and political representation.
By thingsandstuffzy3 years ago in Viva
Breast Feeding : Health Benefits
Breastfeeding is a natural process of feeding an infant with the milk produced by the mother's mammary glands. This practice has been around for centuries and is recommended by healthcare professionals as the most effective way of providing optimal nutrition and immunity to babies. The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months of life, followed by continued breastfeeding with the introduction of solid foods up to two years or more. Breastfeeding is not only beneficial for the baby, but it also has numerous health benefits for the mother. In this article, we will discuss the health benefits of breastfeeding in detail.
By Arun Ramasamy3 years ago in Viva
'The Handmaid's Tale' Analysis: Chapter 20-22
CHAPTER 20 Offred and the Handmaids file into the house where Ofwarren is to give birth. Offred notices the large amount of food placed out for the celebration. It should be noted that in the sequel, The Testaments, food wastage is considered heinous because of the ongoing war slowing supply lines. This extravagance of food denotes the Wife's and Commander's status, especially the coffee and wine. Handmaids are not permitted caffeine or alcohol and have strict diets because of their role as breeding slaves. The inclusion of wine is also interesting because many modern day evangelical beliefs claim alcohol and drunkenness to be sinful. This is a symbol of privilege, a brief glance into the moral hypocrisy of the elite families that supposedly represent the utmost godliness.
By CT Idlehouse3 years ago in Viva
#SingleMomChronicles:Hey Daddy
Being a single mother means that I am raising my daughters predominately on my own. Each daughter has her own father. I met my oldest daughters father when I was a kid. I was 6 years old and he was the 7 year old neighborhood bad boy. I met him because he stole my little brothers bike. I was gonna get it back. I was prepared to fight if necessary. Our parents (back then and still to this very day) live n the same block. Our relationship lasted 5 years. Our daughter was born when I was 20 (i turned 21 a little over a month later), and he was 22. I knew I had to grow up fast in order to care for this child. I bought a car in January, gave birth in February and signed the lease to my apartment in April. My daughters father wasn't ready to leave the streets. By that, I mean he still wanted to hang out with the homies. While I do not promote terminating pregnancy, I wanted to explore all my options. This was in 2005. I gave her dad a choice. I said to him: "are you sure you want to keep this baby? I don't want to be a single mother." Here we are 17 years later...
By Latoya Giles 3 years ago in Viva
The Rise of Women: Why The Future Belongs to Females
The phrase "woman's rights" first appeared in the French phrase "women's liberation." In the 1980s, the struggle for equal political and legal liberties for women was referenced by the communist utopian Charles Fourier.
By Ahamed Thousif3 years ago in Viva
#SingleMomChronicles: Stats
I am a black woman. I have never been married. I have a different father for each of my two children. They are both largely absent, financially and physically. Each of those things alone place me in a certain category of society. Put them all together and I am the epitome of a stereotypical "black mom". Stereotypes are not race or gender specific unfortunately. I am so very tired of the single mom narrative. Y'all know what I'm talking about. Popular opinion suggests that single moms are lazy and just leach off the government. All the blame is always placed on us.Perhaps, had we chosen better men, we wouldn't be single moms. If we can't make ends meet, we need to work more hours or get a higher paying job. Heck, some people have the nerve to say work TWO jobs, instead of depending on the government. I have even heard folks have the audacity to tell a mom that if she couldn't afford children, she shouldn't have had them. Are you freaking kidding me? I cannot speak for anyone but myself, but life happens. It is quite as simple as that. One day I have a good job and life is good, then all of a sudden the whole world is thrust into a pandemic and my mother is in the hospital fighting for her life. She gets better (thank goodness) only for my children to get Covid. Naturally, as their sole caregiver, I got sick too after a while. I lost my job.
By Latoya Giles 3 years ago in Viva
#SingleMomChronicles: Mom Guilt
I have had "mom guilt" many times over the course of my parenting alone. I just never knew it had an actual name. So what exactly is "mom guilt"? Well, the online dictionary defines it as: "the name given to the feelings of guilt women experience in relation to their children. Mom guilt comes from an unrealistic ideal of a perfect mom.". That is a great way to describe it.
By Latoya Giles 3 years ago in Viva
