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Mind Your Own Womb
Saw this on my friend's timeline, and thought I would share it with you all (no, she didn't write it). It's damn good.
Somewhere there is a woman: 30, no children. People ask her, “Still no kids?” Her response varies from day to day, but it usually includes forced smiles and restraint ( Read more... ) -
8 Sex Positive Things You Can Say To Your Kids That Have Nothing to Do With Sex
Sex positive" is, I am pleased to note, a term that has been gaining more attention in recent years. A social and philosophical response to repressed, limited, and often judgmental attitudes toward sex and sexuality, the sex positive movement emphasizes that "good sex" is defined as safe, informed, consensual, and whatever else it also is beyond ( Read more... ) -
"Why I Chose to Have a Medical Abortion at Planned Parenthood"
In December 2014, I had a medical abortion at age 29. When I realized I was pregnant, I hesitated only momentarily in my decision. I thought about my mom, who had me when she was 19, and how hard she worked to provide for me. I thought about how cool of a parent I would be. I thought about all the nice moments a child could bring. Ultimately, ( Read more... )