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Period Products Are Totally Free in Scotland

Women have been saying for decades that it’s unfair and classist and sexist to force women to pay for menstrual products.

We don’t ask to menstruate, after all, and without said activity, all of society would cease to exist.

In the way back, women were banished to a “red tent” for the duration, their only company other menstruating women, and I’ve gotta say, that sounds pretty sweet.

That would never work now, because our households would collapse in our 4-5 day absence.

Scotland, though, is the first nation to step up and provide period products for free to every woman under their care.

The legislation came about after four years of grassroots efforts that were spearheaded by Monica Lennon, Scotland’s Labour health spokeswoman.

The Period Products (Free Provision) (Scotland) Act passed unanimously and demands that local authorities make period products available to anyone who needs them free of charge – and some town councils have already been doing that good work going back to 2018.

Lennon spoke about the landmark decision.

“This will make a massive difference to the lives of women and girls and everyone who menstruates.

There has already been great progress at a community level and through local authorities in giving everyone the chance of period dignity.”

The struggle to pay for basic sanitary products on a monthly basis has been a constant source of consternation for people, especially during trying times like the ones we’ve had recently.

 

Research by the grassroots group Women for Independence found that 1 in 5 women has struggled to pay for period products, a fact that impacts their hygiene, health, and wellbeing.

Lennon continued:

“There has been a massive change in the way that periods are discussed in public life.

A few years ago there had never been an open discussion of menstruation in the Holyrood chamber and now it is mainstream.

MSPs have enjoyed being a part of that, and it has encompassed the menopause, endometriosis, as well as the types of products we use and their sustainability.”

Women spend an estimated $18/month on period products, which really adds up between the ages of 12 or so and 50.

The Scottish government had originally challenged the idea that the products should be free to all women, regardless of means, but cross-party support grew in the face of pressure from activists, trade unions, and civil society groups.

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Schools, colleges, and universities will also be required to provide the products for free, and have largely been doing so since 2017.

Many businesses like bars, restaurants, and even football clubs have also been offering free products of their own accord – seeing it had become almost common in recent years.

Lennon and others believe this landmark decision will serve as beacon for other developed nations to follow suit. It proves the the rights of women and girls are important, and at the very least, belong on the agenda.

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People Debate Whether or Not Having an Ample Chest Is Overrated

Boobs are one of those things that leaves people wanting what they don’t have.

If you’re a woman with naturally small breasts, you might always envy those with naturally larger ones, and vice versa – though I think the majority of females in the world will agree that there is definitely a line between big and so big they get in the way, make your back hurt, and generally are more trouble than their worth.

Men, of course, may not agree – but as they do not actually have breasts, we don’t care about their opinions on this one.

Or do we…?

Having big boobs is overrated from unpopularopinion

This Unpopular Opinion popped up on Reddit, and I don’t know…based on these replies, it really turned out to be not as unpopular as OP (original poster) might have thought.

17. Dudes can play too.

I was in the same boat before keto.

I kinda miss them…

Hm. No sense in wishing when I can have them…

I was talking about my manboobs. I’m a dude.

16. Not everyone hates it.

I feel like I’m the only busty girl who actually likes having big boobs.

Sure it can be a pain buying bras and stuff, but they look really good on my frame.

They also give me more confidence knowing how popular it is.

15. “A full body adventure” about nails it.

As someone who went from Bs to Ds (breastfeeding) I prefer my little boobs.

These boobs collect sweat, my nipples aren’t adorably places, anymore, and running is now a full body adventure as I wrangle my tits before they mangle my face.

Small boobs ftw. Can’t wait to have them back.

14. It requires a delicate balance.

I think it depends on how big we’re talking.

Back pain big is not good.

Also I have to only wear stretchy shirts/dresses because nothing not stretchy fits both my waist and breasts but if I wear something that fits my breasts I look fat.

13. Don’t kill the baby.

Yeah, I went from DD to a J.

Finding a nursing bra that fits right has been expensive (have to order online and pay to ship them back when they don’t fit).

Each boob is bigger than my baby’s head.

I have to keep a hand on my breast while feeding to keep it from smothering him ?

12. Breathing is nice.

I’d like to be able to run in anything less than two bras.

And to be able to breathe whilst running.

11. Double the protection, but not the fun.

I’m D and it’s literally the most uncomfortable thing ever.

Two sports bras have to come into the picture at the same time when I exercise.

Mine are kind of out of proportion to the rest of my body, so I am also a huge fan of all the lovely people always talking about “oh that girl thinks she’s great because she has implants.”

Jokes on them because I do not have implants and I am also 97% sure that I am not great either.

10. So many things to think about.

Same. Sore back.

Ugly bras unless you want to pay a fortune.

Also they make you look heavier.

If you wear a top that fits the rest of you it’s always stretched across the boobs. If you buy a top to fit your boobs then it’s baggy everywhere else.

Only tops that fit both are low cut ones. If you walk with proper posture then you are accused of “pushing them out”.

9. Such a way with words, these ladies.

I’m also a D.

Finding a sports bra that works is life changing!

I can now go for a run without bruising my chin.

So many years of double sports bras and super sweatiness.

So disgusting. Finding a good one shouldn’t be so hard!

8. A living cautionary tale.

My well-endowed sister started making babies when I was 7. She’s 15 years older than I am.

I remember her plopping those big boys on the kitchen table to rest her back.

And prepubescent me praying to any and all Gods to spare me the horror of big boobs.

My wish was granted and I have always been grateful.

7. I know I shouldn’t laugh, but…

I would love to be a D. I’m a 32I and sports bras just don’t come in my size.

No bathing suits or bras really fit well either.

It’s exhausting and discouraging to be such a small girl with one boob being about three and a half handfuls for me

6. In case you need a visual.

One of my besties is like that. Me, on the other hand, has two flotation devices that bob around my ears whenever I go in the water.

To demonstrate how large they are… hold out your hand with your palm facing upwards. Now, spread your fingers as wide as they will go.

Ok… if my boob were resting on that we wouldn’t be able to see any of your fingers or palm.

My back always hurts.

5. Sisters, right?

Hey I’m pretty much that size!

I have such a love/hate relationship with my boobs. I have one bra that’s the correct size and it took some hunting in a department store to find. I totally feel you.

I will literally never forget one time when I was a teenager my younger sister pointed and laughed at my chest.

That did some damage ?

4. Be careful what you wish for.

I have a hormonal issue hypogonadism and I am a cups almost completely flat.

I really wish they could be bigger for my confidence honestly.

3. Ever heard of minding your own business?

I hear you- people I don’t even know well have asked me how much my implants were, did it hurt, ect.

Then sometimes act almost disgusted when I say I have NOT had a boob job.

As if my boobs offend them for being naturally large. I have DDDs and a small figure.

They have confused a lot of people and even offend others.

2. It starts young, apparently.

All the females in our family are the same other than my mother.

My son loves a cuddle from women with big boobies, she feels so left out.

1. Not just sometimes.

My boobs are DDD (or I wear a DDD bra at least), and it’s funny how sometimes they look their size and other times they don’t. I had a guy tell me I had a nice a** but not much in the boob department and I like..got offended?

Like, screw you for objectifying me like that but also these blobs of fat are a menace.

You better notice them. Ugh. Being a woman is weird sometimes.

I definitely agree, but as someone with a deflated, postpartum and post-breastfeeding chest, there’s definitely a middle ground to be found.

Weigh in down below in the comments!

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A Mom’s Totally Extra Virtual “School Announcements” Are Making Parents LOL

All of us are doing our best right now as we toggle back and forth between real and virtual school. Teachers, parents, kids, employers – we’re all putting on those fake smiles and making it work every single day.

Some parents are looking for ways to keep things interesting, and going the extra mile to keep everyone – probably themselves most of all – engaged and entertained.

@jplaf

He hates us already ? #fyp #foryou #foryoupage #momsoftiktok #onlineschool #highschool #backtoschool #viral #hsm #comedy #parents #firstdayofschool

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Which is, I assume, how this mother started coming up with virtual “school announcements” for her house every morning.

Deb Plafker – aka Principal Mom – is from Danville, CA. She and her daughter began sharing daily morning announcements for her son Max, a senior who is learning from home at the moment.

The announcements have a spoof style, with fun takes like “drama is canceled for the day because your sister is providing enough drama for the day.”

@jplaf

announcements are back! #fyp #foryou #foryoupage #principalmom #principlemom #momsoftiktok #thecoldestwater @thecoldestwater #highschool #SAT #viral

♬ original sound – Jamie Plafker

Their daily national anthem is “Baby Shark,” and her daughter Jamie, who’s 22, is totally on board for the madness.

“We were making jokes about all the funny things that would happen during this online coronavirus school time. I started writing them all down and said, ‘We have to put this on TikTok.’”

And that, my friends, is how Principal Mom was born.

@jplaf

When her husband is the only parent at back to school night #fyp #foryou #foryoupage #principlemom #momsoftiktok #teachersoftiktok #backtoschool #lol

♬ original sound – Jamie Plafker

Jamie shares the videos on TikTok, and people straight up love them – probably because they’re so relatable, but also because we’re all trying to laugh to keep from crying.

Anything that helps us do that, collectively, is ok in my book.

I’m guessing that after you become one of their 4 million views (and counting), you’re going to agree.

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Parents Who Work to Find the Humor in Temper Tantrums

Every parent, no matter how well-behaved their child is normally, knows it’s not a question of if – it’s a question of when your kids will throw a tantrum.

Your child will pitch a fit, probably at least a handful of times in public, so it’s important to prepare yourself ahead of time. Me? I practice repeating to myself “my child isn’t giving me a hard time, my child is having hard time.”

Does it work? Sort of.

These 12 parents know that one of the best defenses is simply being able to laugh at the absurdity of it all…and to know it will all be over soon enough.

12. It’s even more annoying like this, honestly.

Drum up some real feelings or get outta here.

11. It’s funny until you get to the last sentence.

Then it’s hilarious.

10. That’s an impressive train of thought for a toddler.

Seriously, my kid’s attention span would never have it.

9. That’s fairly terrifying.

As all toddlers can be at times.

8. Maybe being honest will work.

You’ve tried everything else.

7. Bless his heart.

They just have so many feelings.

6. Learning to manage your feelings is a lifelong task.

Be gentle with yourself.

5. I mean it probably will.

Gotta get those feelings out.

4. You can try to do both.

That’s a pretty complicated facial expression, though.

3. The solution is part of the problem.

Who could have guessed?

2. To be fair, I always try to convince myself I only need two pancakes, too.

Give the girl her pancakes.

1. That is a fair problem.

One easily solved, I suppose.

 

Ah, kids. They’re going to be just fine, you know?

Tell us your best way to handle tantrums in your house – I want all of your tips and tricks below!

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These Parents Know the Best Way to Handle a Tantrum Is by Laughing

If there’s one thing that bonds the parents of toddlers together, it’s our experience handling meltdowns that make zero sense, and always occur when we have the least amount of time to devote to the crazy.

These 11 parents do their best to laugh at the whole sh%tshow, though, and I’ve gotta say, I think they’re onto something.

11. What kind of monster buys the kind without meatballs?

I mean. It’s hard to blame the kid here.

10. Getting a little closer every day.

Bless his heart.

9. This is a whole mood.

Life’s hard, kid.

8. The man is an expert.

Years of observation and experience.

7. Sophie’s Choice.

There’s no right answer. It all depends on the day.

6. God don’t like ugly.

Man, my kids are going to hate that phrase as much as I did.

5. He’s set a new record.

I bet his wife gave him a high-five.

4. Just take her mirrors away.

You’re not going to stop her sticking her tongue out.

3. Could have gone with her gut.

But you know. It would have gone bad either way.

2. No explanations necessary.

Let that be a lesson for everyone else, as well.

1. At least he’s honest.

And curious, too!

Laughter is, I think, one of the best tools in a parent’s emergency box. And if you don’t have laughter, well, raising a kid is going to be A LOT of tedious work that’s no fun. And nobody likes NOT having fun.

Tell us in the comments the funniest place your child has pitched a fit!

Do it now!

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Parents Share When They Found the Humor in Their Child’s Meltdown

One of the best things you can learn to do as a mom or dad is to laugh in the face of the absolute absurdity that is life with little kids most days.

They have no idea how to human, or how to life, and sometimes those things combine into an epic explosion of emotions.

As their parent, it’s your job to catch the mess and show them how to wrestle it all back in the box – and trust me, that’s easier to do if you don’t take any of it too seriously.

13. Tell yourself again how you should get ready earlier.

I’ll wait.

12. Is there an appropriate time to play with butter?

You know what? Don’t answer that.

11. No explanations necessary.

Let that be a lesson for everyone else, as well.

10. At least he’s honest.

And curious, too!

9. The silent scream.

They can hold their breaths for a really long time.

8. Even butterflies can set them off.

You really never know.

7. He’s just worn out from the water park.

Not that it helps you now.

6. Enjoy her not being able to spell while it lasts.

Then again, she probably wouldn’t care anyway.

5. Kudos to Mom for knowing the difference.

Hat’s off to moms of girls.

4. Yes I think she’s doing it right.

If not, who will know?

3. It’s a disappointing world.

On the upside, we’re not incinerated.

2. *sets tweet down*

*backs away slowly*

1. That must have been a good one.

I bet his wife is thrilled. For today.

These are some high parenting marks!

I hope that the next time my kid melts down I can remember to be so cool under pressure.

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Parents Who Are Definitely Smarter Than Their Kids

I don’t know if I’m smarter than a 5th grader, but I am sure that I’m smarter than my preschooler – even though he’s pretty certain he’s the cleverest being alive.

They just don’t have any experience, and also they have no idea how the world works – if these 14 kids prove anything, it’s that they’re totally weird (and they have a lot to learn).

14. None of that is right.

Dunce cap.

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13. It’s all about how you phrase things.

They’re easily fooled. For now.

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12. Sometimes the question shocks you into silence.

And not in a good way.

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11. It is frustrating when you don’t get what you want.

You’ve got to sympathize with the kids.

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10. Bless her heart.

And she’s admitted it, too!

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9. Is his middle name Gullible?

If not, you missed an opportunity.

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8. My favorite thing is that the parent took this picture instead of helping.

You gotta get your laughs, I guess.

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7. They don’t tend to raise their eyes.

My kids can’t find a darn thing.

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6. Be free, little slugs.

She only had the best intentions.

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5. I mean just. Why.

HIS FOOT.

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4. Life’s full of tough choices, kiddo.

Might as well learn that now.

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3. That was his best guess.

I’m absolutely dying.

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2. That might buy you five minutes.

Depends on how earnest they are.

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1. Another dream bites the dust.

You hate to see it happen, really.

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The weirdness of kids is actually one of the most charming things about them in my book.

What’s the weirdest dumb thing your kid has said or done? Share with us in the comments!

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12 Memes for Parents Who Need Some Big Laughs

What parent in the world couldn’t use a giggle now and then?

And pretty much all the time these days, am I right?

If you’re having one of those days (or weeks or months), these 12 memes should straighten up your frame of mind.

12. Both are beautiful.

Both are necessary for parenting sanity.

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11. This is so something my kid would say.

Empathy for dayyyys.

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10. It has something to do with innocence.

That, or someone has to receive our wrath.

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9. It’s all your mother prayed for.

You can thank her.

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8. There are all kinds of life lessons.

And a time and a place for each one.

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7. Being a clever mom will get you so far.

Until they get smarter. One day.

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6. We make it through them all.

But one is definitely better than the other.

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5. We’re all one or the other.

Both are acceptable; both kids will still fall on their heads.

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4. I don’t even know what it feels like to stretch out anymore.

Between the kids and the dog, we’re running out of room.

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3. One always seems to follow the other.

That’s life.

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2. So there are limits to a mother’s love.

We draw the line at monsters.

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1. Everyone is getting punished.

Those days make you cry.

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What a refreshing bunch of memes, y’all.

Tell me below which one you sent along to a friend!

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These Kids Have a Lot to Learn, But We Still Admire Their Effort

There are a ton of things that I will miss about my sweetlings being littles, but one thing I am looking forward to is having kids who can give as good as they get in the sarcasm department.

That, of course, involves them having a bit more of an understanding about, you know, life and stuff – something these 11 posts will prove toddlers and preschoolers are definitely lacking.

11. Gotta respect a girl who knows what she wants.

And buys in bulk.

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10. I’m scared to know how long they believed this.

Poor kid.

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9. Spelling is hard.

But I have no idea who is allowed where.

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8. He probably already had a clue.

He loves you anyway, sweetheart.

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7. No. Stop it.

I am deceased.

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6. Classic Dad move.

It’s a classic for a reason.

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5. Excellent use of synonyms.

Not that he meant to, but still.

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4. What is it about the vents?

You never know what’s going to disappear down there.

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3. They’re just not good at hide and seek.

You can make that work to your advantage.

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2. This is honestly such a sweet story.

I aspire to this level of Mom.

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1. I dare you to read this and not laugh.

It’s impossible.

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I swear, some days all you can do is laugh.

Tell me in the comments the dumbest thing your kid has done lately, and how hard it made you laugh.

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Recent Tweets That Are Definitely Worth a Giggle (Or Two)

If you’re on the search for a list of tweets that will elicit a smile, a giggle, or even a full-on laugh, look no further – because we think these 16 people have hit the nail on the head.

Whether you’re looking for parenting funnies or just plain ol’ life hilarity, we think you’re going to find it here!

16. That vampire thing is really working for him.

It’s not all bad. I’m just saying.

15. Too many days that have gone like this.

We mean to work…

14. It really is weird to think about, isn’t it?

I don’t think this should be possible?

13. Dare you to unsee it now.

You can’t. I know.

12. True story.

Don’t think about it too hard or you’ll cry.

11. I would take that deal every day of the week.

Unless it was like, my best friend. Then, no.

10. When the perfect visual pops up.

You have to share it.

9. It’s definitely goals.

For everyone involved, to be honest.

8. This isn’t normal?

I think this is normal.

7. He cannot compute.

What to do? WHAT TO DO?

6. I fail to see the issue.

That’s why we like it, right?

5. It’s so much worse than you’re imagining.

Honestly, and I was expecting bad.

4. Ahaha that’s funny.

I don’t care who you are.

3. If you know, you know.

If you don’t, I just can’t explain it.

2. I could watch this over and over.

I need to know what happened after.

1. It must be like losing your head a bit.

Like, into another dimension.

 

Did we do well?

Please, tell us which were your favorites in the comments!

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