“You can’t lose yourself while trying to be all things to all people. If you’re not good for you, you’re not good for anybody, especially having girls,” says the HGTV host.
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What You Ain’t Gon’ Do Is Make My Daughter Self-Conscious About Her Hair Texture
From the moment I learned that I was carrying a girl, I knew that I would go above and beyond to ensure that she loves herself as a Black woman and sees herself as beautiful – regardless of how she chooses to wear her hair.
Good Mothering Is Not Synonymous With Self-Neglect
Charisse Kenion/Unsplash About five months into my pregnancy, getting dressed became a chore. I wish I could say that changed after my daughter was born, but it didn’t. For a while, my uniform of choice consisted of yoga pants, school t-shirts, sneakers, and nursing bras that did absolutely nothing to support my triple D breasts. …
Tips For Traveling With Small Children From A Travel Expert
Image courtesy of Cassandra, Fit Nerdy Mom The beauty of being in-network with other moms is that they serve as a constant source of inspiration. As a new parent, I shudder at the thought of traveling with my four-month-old; however, I am learning to slowly overcome these fears simply from my connection with fellow mom …
10 Mindsets I Had To Adopt To Finish Grad School While Pregnant
One year into my graduate program, I learned that I was pregnant with my first child. Not long after seeing that plus sign on my first stick test, I was slapped with a horrible bout of morning sickness that would last the duration of my pregnancy. Some suggested that I take a leave until my …
5 Tips For Declining Postpartum Visitors
No is a complete sentence.
We Tried Coterie Diapers For A Week — Here’s What We Noticed
As a parent, every once in a while you come across a product that makes your life a just a little bit easier. You know, that thing that’s just worth the splurge. You appreciate it so much that you want to tell every other mom in your tribe about it in hopes that it will …
10 Signs Of Labor
Every pregnant woman knows that unless you have a scheduled c-section or induction, the last few weeks of pregnancy can feel like one big waiting game because due dates are nothing but estimates. Growing a baby is utterly exhausting and it can get quite uncomfortable. By the end, all you want to know is when …
Why Not Talking To Your Child About Divorce Is Emotionally Detrimental
We should absolutely be speaking to kids about things that directly affect them — even when those things make us uncomfortable
Why Your Teen Is Rebelling And What You Can Do About It
Most parents will notice some rebellious tendencies and behaviors at some point in their child’s life. In fact, according to Grand Canyon University Professor Dr. Crystal Morris-Newsom, it’s a natural part of their development.