Brown Mamas’ Host Family Photo Drop-In for November

Brown Mamas’ Host Family Photo Drop-In for November

November 14th, 2016

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Hey mamas! I know I’m sort of late announcing the meet-up for this month. Our awesome Pittsburgh Brown Mamas’ Planning team needed to make sure that we have enough mamas signed-up to ensure our meet-up would be a go. Now that we have 10 moms signed-up to have their photos taken we can announce…
Why We Go to Pittsburgh Food Banks & You Should Too

October 25th, 2016

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Pittsburgh food banks get a bad rep. I remember the first time I told a friend of mines that I was going to the food bank. She quick responded, “Why would you do that?” I expected that response and it wouldn’t be the last time a person would respond that way when I told them…
Why We Go to Pittsburgh Food Banks & You Should Too

October 25th, 2016

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Pittsburgh food banks get a bad rep. I remember the first time I told a friend of mines that I was going to the food bank. She quick responded, “Why would you do that?” I expected that response and it wouldn’t be the last time a person would respond that way when I told them…
5 Reasons You Should Visit the MinuteClinic

October 25th, 2016

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I’m proud to be working with CVS Pharmacy on the CVS Pharmacy Difference Campaign. All opinions expressed are my own, and all product claims or program details shared should be verified at CVS.com or with the appropriate manufacturers. #TheCVSDifference I have an awesome pediatrician, but sometimes the MinuteClinic is just more convenient. With MinuteClinics now…
Are you a Problem Wife or a Solution Wife?

October 6th, 2016

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This morning I woke up to a broken refrigerator. In addition to being pissed that I had to transport all of my food from the upstairs fridge to the downstairs fridge, I was also in a state of panic and had a clear view of the relationship problems this would cause. First, I’d tell my…
Black Women and The Dilemma of Bad Cookware

October 2nd, 2016

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This is my cookware. I know. It’s embarrassing. However, I can be honest enough with myself to admit that I cooked on those pots and pans for about 3 years before I brought new ones. I know. It IS bad. And, it wasn’t that I didn’t know any better. My mom kept telling me I needed…
Cast Iron Skillet Care & Removing Rust from Cookware

October 2nd, 2016

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Got a rusty baking pan or cast iron skillet like this? You don’t have to throw it out, but you also should not cook on it without removing the rust first. Using these natural steps can help ensure your cast iron skillet and other rust-prone cookware is usable for years to come. How to Clean…
My Bantu Knot Twist Out & a Beija Flor Naturals Giveaway

September 27th, 2016

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Everyone is always asking me about my Bantu knot twist out. Most people love the curl pattern that comes after taking your bantu knots out. I, personally, love wearing my Bantu knots; twist out or no twist out. I also love the way my hair feels when I use Beija Flor Naturals’ Cocoa Mango Buttercream…
Mama’s Guide to Essential Cookware

September 26th, 2016

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Every mom needs certain essential cookware to make sure her burn game is strong. Us brown mamas, especially, are known for holding onto our skillets and pans a little longer than we should. (I know I am.) For my own sake and to help out my mamas, I’ve compiled a list of essential cookware that…
3 Ways to Save Time with CVS Pharmacy

September 21st, 2016

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I’m proud to be working with CVS Pharmacy on the CVS Pharmacy Difference Campaign. All opinions expressed are my own, and all product claims or program details shared should be verified at CVS.com or with the appropriate manufacturers. #TheCVSDifference I’m a mom who wears many hats so saving time and money is always at the top…