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Rachel Bloom’s New Netflix Special Is an Inherently Jewish Exploration of Mortality

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 29 Oct

Rachel Bloom's new Netflix special, "Death, Let Me Do My Show," delves into mortality through a Jewish lens despite her atheism.

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Easy for Me to Say

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 10 Sep

After returning from a vacation in Israel, the author and her husband discover that his backpack has been left in a taxi at JFK, containing important items like his tefillin and wallet.

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I Can’t Stop Thinking About This Photo of One of the Murdered Hostages

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 6 Sep

The article reflects on the poignant memory of Carmel Gat, a victim of violence, whose life was marked by her nurturing spirit and tragic death as a hostage.

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Randi Weingarten, Jewish teachers union boss, calls J.D. Vance ‘gross’ for saying she ‘doesn’t have a single child’

Jackie Hajdenberg in JTA · 28 Aug

Randi Weingarten, the Jewish president of the American Federation of Teachers and spouse of rabbi Sharon Kleinbaum, faced criticism from J.D. Vance, former nominee for Donald Trump's running mate, for not having biological children.

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JD Vance attacks influential Jewish head of teachers union for not having biological kids

Benyamin Cohen in Forward · 28 Aug

Senator JD Vance's recent attack on Randi Weingarten, the president of the American Federation of Teachers, highlights the ongoing rhetoric regarding family structure and credibility in educational policy.

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A Blessing or a Curse?

Jewdicious · 28 Aug

In this reflective piece, Abigail Pickus explores the ongoing challenges and responsibilities of parenthood and Jewish life through the lens of the Torah portion 'Reeh.'

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It’s not just J.D. Vance’s ‘childless cat ladies’: Jewish communities also undervalue people without children

JTA · 1 Aug

Jewish communities' emphasis on procreation and the value placed on parenthood are akin to sentiments expressed by J.D. Vance regarding the importance of having children for leadership roles and community investment.

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Coming Home From The Hospital With Baby #birthvlog #baby #shorts

Sonya's Prep · 30 Jul

A short YouTube video showing the family's return home from the hospital with their new baby.

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Blacklist

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 29 Jul

The text depicts a mother returning home from a wedding to find her babysitter on the phone and her child in distress.

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The Best Advice From Your Jewish Dads

Kveller Staff in Kveller · 14 Jun

The article compiles sage advice from Jewish dads, shared by Instagram followers.

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I am a single mother but I’m really determined not to be a schlump

Jewish Chronicle · 16 May

The text discusses the challenges faced by single mothers in balancing self-care and beauty routines with the responsibilities of parenting.

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Fallout: Chapter 44

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 2 Apr

Annie's father surprises her by revealing his consideration of retirement due to the failing business of their hotel.

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Are we the guinea pig generation of working mums?

Naomi Greenaway in Jewish Chronicle · 27 Feb

The author reflects on the challenges faced by working mothers of her generation, highlighting how the expectations of career success did not account for the additional challenge of balancing motherhood.

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How Can I Bring a Baby Into This World After Hamas’ Atrocities?

Sruli Fruchter in 18forty · 26 Oct 2023

The article discusses the impact of Hamas atrocities on Jews around the world, with various individuals sharing their perspectives and experiences.

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The Crushing Loneliness of the Girl Boss

Katherine Dee in Tablet · 15 Nov 2022

The COVID-19 lockdowns have exposed the loneliness and dissatisfaction experienced by many independent women.

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The Joys of Someone Else’s Holiday

Jamie Betesh Carter in Tablet · 23 Dec 2021

The author describes their experience of celebrating their non-Jewish friend's holiday, Christmas, and how it allowed them to appreciate and understand another culture without straying from their own Jewish identity.

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Is Jewish Continuity Sexist?

Mijal Bitton in Sources · 16 Mar 2021

This article explores the gendered dynamics within Jewish continuity efforts, questioning whether the emphasis on biological reproduction inherently perpetuates sexism.

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How Jailed Palestinians Smuggled Sperm To Their Wives

Forward · 14 Nov 2017

A recent Al Jazeera documentary explores the phenomenon of Palestinian prisoners in Israeli jails smuggling semen to their wives in the Gaza Strip, enabling them to conceive children despite the prohibition on conjugal visits for those jailed for security violations.

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Saying No to Kids

Jennifer Richler in Tablet · 11 Jul 2017

In Israel, the societal emphasis on motherhood is strong due to reasons like religious beliefs, historical trauma, and demographic concerns.

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