Every year the Met Gala sets the world and the internet on fire with new beauty and fashion trends worn by some of Hollywood’s biggest stars. Between videos of interviews and photos of our favorite moments surfacing and circulating on the internet, it almost feels as if we’re there. And, because these moments have been… Continue reading Here Are The Met Gala Nail Trends To Take To Your Nail Tech
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Black Women Need to Prioritize Self-Preservation
For Black women, the pressure to overperform becomes a relentless force driving many to push beyond their limits. From the workplace to personal aspirations, the notion that Black women must work twice as hard to prove themselves often leads to burnout and a disregard for self-preservation. It’s a burden that many carry on their shoulders.… Continue reading Black Women Need to Prioritize Self-Preservation
The Best Ways To Enjoy Alcohol Without Tipping The Scale
Alcohol is typically the first to go when committing to living a healthier lifestyle. The increased calories and unwanted effects on the body can be a threat when trying to achieve body goals. Cutting out alcohol is a challenge, especially since the elixir is heavily a part of society’s social life. Whether it be a… Continue reading The Best Ways To Enjoy Alcohol Without Tipping The Scale
Black Moms Share Birthing Experiences with Epidural Pain Relief
While child birth classes prepared Jessica Bennett for many aspects of her labor and delivery, they didn’t quite ready her for the effects of the epidural she received. ““The epidural itself actually gave me the shakes and that is not something they mentioned in our childbirth class,” Bennett explained. She gave birth in 2018 and,… Continue reading Black Moms Share Birthing Experiences with Epidural Pain Relief
5 Quick Workouts to Maintain Your Fitness Routine When You’re Busy
Moving your body is essential for your overall health, even if its a quick workout routine. However, when you’re busy, it’s easy to skip exercise. Whether you are a stay-at-home mom or a corporate professional, you’re likely scrapping for more time in your day. Women’s health expert and founder of Gym Hooky Ariel Belgrave Harris… Continue reading 5 Quick Workouts to Maintain Your Fitness Routine When You’re Busy
Embracing Your “Grown Woman Body”: How To Navigate Second Puberty
To be a woman is to be in constant mourning. Letting go of your childhood, relationships you’ve outgrown, and dreams that have taken new shape can be exhausting, even amidst all the magic of divine femininity. Within that, letting go of our prepubescent bodies to embrace our “grown woman bodies” can be a complex transition… Continue reading Embracing Your “Grown Woman Body”: How To Navigate Second Puberty
4 Misconceptions That You’ve Been Taught About Periods
Somewhere around the time when girls are taught the birds and the bees, they are also taught about Aunt Flo, the monthly companion that comes suddenly and marks the beginning of womanhood. While not intentional, well-meaning teachers, parents and health educators often provide incorrect information about about this rite of passage. Women’s health coach and… Continue reading 4 Misconceptions That You’ve Been Taught About Periods
Finding Redirection Along Your Fertility Journey
The shift from aspiring for success as a young woman to aspiring for a family as maturity sets in can be quite a journey. From societal pressures to personal struggles, Black women face many complexities when they’re trying to become mothers. For many, like Shelah Marie, the path to motherhood is paved with unexpected fertility… Continue reading Finding Redirection Along Your Fertility Journey
Nneka Ihim Shares Her Unexplained Infertility Diagnosis
Reality television fans met Nneka Ihim, 36, when she appeared on season 8 of the show “The Real Housewives of Potomac.” Ihim is a wife, attorney and entrepreneur. As a cast member on the show, she gave the world a glimpse into her life, marriage, new friendships and fertility journey. “I would love to at… Continue reading Nneka Ihim Shares Her Unexplained Infertility Diagnosis
Who Is the Wife of Returned Heisman Winner Reggie Bush?
California native, Helix Charter High graduate and former USC running back Reggie Bush has again accepted his Heisman Trophy, originally awarded in 2005. Bush’s acceptance of close to $300,000 in improper benefits would forfeit his first awarding and stir discussions around collegiate earnings. Still, in 2006, he entered the draft and was selected as the… Continue reading Who Is the Wife of Returned Heisman Winner Reggie Bush?