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7 Nollywood Actresses Who Became Mothers Before The Age of 18 (Photos)
Motherhood is one of those things that a lot of women aspire to but life doesn't always happen in the conventional way that everybody thinks and some women end up being mothers before they legally even become adults by society's standards.
By Jide Okonjo4 years ago in Viva
My PMDD Story
I know my experience is quite more complicated than others. Before that, I had been growing up as an autistic child since I was 2 years old(which it’s why mine was super complex between my menstruation and autism). I reached puberty at age 11. And, this is when I began to have my first period. I was a bit scared. My parents said that I’m growing up. During puberty at my preteen age, it began with traumatic moments. Those moments were Divorce, bullying, school pressure, on/off relationships with food/weight, body image issues, grades, isolation, and disconnection. Sadly, at my preteen age and puberty, this was also when I have had many suicidal thoughts(without being suicidal). During high school, my mood swings went bad and the relationships with my family had gone bitter, but worse during the holidays. This is when I have both anxiety and depression. During my preteens and high school life, I ended up using food as my “ coping mechanism”. Is it binge eating or emotional eating? I have also been struggling to deal with autistic traits since my childhood and my puberty. From my cycle, the hormones have gotten worse between before, during, and after my period. During my 20’s, I hid my mental health issues after the first physiologist when I moved in different state. The worst things was that she told me that it was been my fault the whole time and I was responsible for this mess. I'm incredibly hurt. I have to put on my “mask” permanently so I can be more fitting in at my new school. I remember during my second college, I had emotional meltdowns that I wasn't doing anything right as I felt like a failure. I have serious perfectionist issues, especially from my high school art class. I also kept denied when others said that I should get professionals. While my niece was born, it became roller coaster. Later, I have to seek help. One of the treatments didn’t go so well-it’s the PSR(psychosocial rehab). It did help me with some social a bit. But, the staff have been treated most of the clients/patients as preschoolers. Then, when my nephew was born, my symptoms, both emotionally and mentally have gone worse than I thought. I felt pain and confused. Was it my autism or my menstrual style? My sensory overload issues?
By Meghan LeVaughn 4 years ago in Viva
10 Things That American Women Couldn’t Do Before 1970
Feminism and women’s liberation were in full force during the 1960s and 1970s. Thankfully, those efforts created essential change for American women and paved the way for further action against sex-based discrimination.
By Kassondra O'Hara4 years ago in Viva
DON'T HURT A WOMAN.
It might take you a minute to break a woman's trust but getting it back takes time.Here is one of the reasons i cant simply just trust anyone with my entire life, this story thought me how to not let things in this life weigh you down till you cat do nothing but depend on others. A few times a lot of men take advantage of the fact that women are considered the weaker vessel and as such should treat a women however they might please. A woman loses her pride and dignity the moment she loses her virginity which is no new thing in our world today even though many might say that it doesn't matter as the world's is no longer archaic but news flash it matters.
By Adin Reggie4 years ago in Viva
Top 5 Most Influential Women in the World
As the year draws to a close, it is time to look back at some of the high-profile women who have influenced our world. With a driving force as strong as the fashion industry itself, it is only a matter of time we realize the possibilities through the power of design and inspiration.
By Jimmy Stars World4 years ago in Viva
A Mile In Her Shoes
Author's Note: I realize that, especially now, this is a sensitive topic for so many. I have no inclination to raise political arguments or thoughts. I am sharing the personal experience of what it is like to be a woman, from this woman's perspective, and how it feels to walk through this world ... afraid. For all of the men out there willing to listen, and all of the women who will relate, this is for you. 🖤
By Lena Beana4 years ago in Viva
And The Bride Wore
Every little girl dreams of being a princess and when she is older, she dreams of being a bride. In both dreams she wears beautiful dresses. For some of these little girls, their dreams actually come true. I’m talking, of course, about Royal Brides. True, some are born into Royalty and have the title Princess from birth. For others, though, they become a Princess when they marry their Prince. Either way, their dresses were and are beautiful! Royal Brides throughout history have always had interesting lives and beautiful, even exquisite, dresses, and many have been ‘followed’ as fashion icons. They seem to know just how to dress for every occasion.
By Ruth Elizabeth Stiff4 years ago in Viva
