Motherhood is a beautiful, emotional and deeply transformative journey. While it certainly isn’t for everyone, those who feel called to pursue parenthood can expect deep gratification from the experience. While it’s common for black women to deal with hormonal disorders like PCOS that can make falling pregnant a challenge, it can still feel like an… Continue reading Signs of a Successful Implantation That Aren’t Just Spotting
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5 Tips for the Black Momma Whose Daughter Is Coming of Age
The pre-teen and teenage years can be difficult. There are the physical and hormonal changes and there’s the societal pressures at school with friendships, dating, and school. For the moms whose daughters are maturing into young women, it’d be helpful to have a toolkit to know how to handle life’s curveballs. Here are five tips… Continue reading 5 Tips for the Black Momma Whose Daughter Is Coming of Age
Tia Mowry Discusses ‘Difficult’ Breastfeeding Journey
Tia Mowry is no stranger to being transparent with fans about her motherhood journey and now she’s opening up about her experiences with breastfeeding. The mother of two shared some insight on her nursing and pumping journey on Instagram, sharing a few images from those times with her followers. Mowry’s moment of transparency was in… Continue reading Tia Mowry Discusses ‘Difficult’ Breastfeeding Journey
Serena Williams and Daughter Olympia Enjoy Cooking Class Together
Serena William and her daughter Olympia are taking their culinary skills to new levels after their most recent cooking class. The pregnant tennis champion took to her Instagram page to share a sweet snap from their course. And they even wore matching personalized aprons as they appeared to listen closely to their instructor. “Cooking class… Continue reading Serena Williams and Daughter Olympia Enjoy Cooking Class Together
Issa Rae Shares Worries About Pregnancy Slowing Down Her Career
During a recent appearance on the Big Tigger Morning Show, actress Issa Rae got candid about her thoughts on having a child at this point in her career. When it comes to having children, Rae admitted that she is still a little fearful about getting pregnant due to the effects it could possibly on her… Continue reading Issa Rae Shares Worries About Pregnancy Slowing Down Her Career
Eat these Foods to Fight Against Nausea During Pregnancy
Morning sickness and nausea are symptoms in the pregnancy journey. Nausea during pregnancy can occur at any time of the day and is most present in the first trimester. While it is a common part of the pregnancy journey, it can be tough to find relief. Why am I Nauseous? The Cleveland Clinic reports that… Continue reading Eat these Foods to Fight Against Nausea During Pregnancy
A Doula Weighs in on the PUMP Act’s New Protections for Nursing Mom’s
The PUMP Act is now in full effect. This means more women can take the necessary time to pump in a private, clean workplace space.
KeKe Palmer Slams Airport Breast Milk Rules After Houston Incident
KeKe Palmer took to her Twitter page to share her experience navigating the often inconsistent rules around breast milk and breast pumps at the nation’s airports. In her early morning post on June 12, the frustrated new mommy said that she faced threats of her breast milk being tossed out while traveling through an airport… Continue reading KeKe Palmer Slams Airport Breast Milk Rules After Houston Incident
NYC Group Offers Mothers Guaranteed Cash with No Strings Attached
More mothers, struggling in New York City, will soon be able to receive help with no strings attached. The Bridge Project started in 2021 by helping pregnant mothers in Manhattan. Women living in certain neighborhoods there were given monthly debit cards. The program was a test, of sorts, on providing financial help to mothers in… Continue reading NYC Group Offers Mothers Guaranteed Cash with No Strings Attached
Dear Mama: The Mothers Behind Some Of Today’s Icons
With Mother’s Day right around the corner, it is important to give thanks to the mom or mother figure in your life. Mothers sacrifice so much so that their children can have better lives than the ones they had. They put their own needs and wants aside to prioritize their children’s well-being, often without seeking… Continue reading Dear Mama: The Mothers Behind Some Of Today’s Icons