Raising Black Girls. Celebrating Black Motherhood.

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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. …

Parenting

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 …

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Pregnancy

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 …