The state of Black women represents the pulse of the community. That’s why we intentionally selected to feature heart health as the last BWHM’s 2021 blog article. As Black women, our wellbeing measures the struggle for social and economic equality in America. From Black Lives Matter and voter suppression to the inequitable outcomes of COVID-19 … Read More
Pregnancy & postpartum are both huge experiences that many mothers go through. Today, I am sharing with you my experiences of pregnancy and postpartum, both then and now. I share my initial birth story (May 2019) and what postpartum looked like. I talk about how pregnancy is going for me now at almost 20 weeks … Read More
Stress is coming by special delivery as Christmas approaches. Grabbing an extra cup of coffee or two is an easy go-to — especially during this busy time. However, that additional coffee means more caffeine. So, the question becomes, when does that seemingly innocent cup of coffee become a cause for concern? When it comes to … Read More
Today, we talk about Bonus Motherhood. All mothers need community and support but the needs for bonus mothers might look and feel a bit different. We all need to learn how to better support our fellow bonus mamas as they navigate their motherhood journeys. In this episode, you’ll learn: -Unique factors that impact Bonus Mothers. … Read More
If you or a loved one is living with suicidal thoughts or behavior, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or go to www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org and click to chat. Words like “merry,” “joy,” and “peace” do not always come to mind, for many during this time of year. The holiday season can bring on feelings of … Read More