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October 4th, 2022

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Brown Mamas is a social good organization that has been working on behalf of Black mothers in Pittsburgh and beyond for over a decade. Through our fiscal sponsorship with New Sun Rising we are able to accept tax deductible donations to continue to: Use the button below to make your tax-deductible donation today!
Is that your kid’s personality or do they have middle child syndrome?

January 17th, 2021

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Think your kid has middle child syndrome? It’s possible. I’m not a middle child, but I was raised by one, lived with one and now have one. Let me tell you my little middle surprises me everyday. I used to think my middle sister was just crazy, or had middle child syndrome. My younger sister and…
The Morning Ritual That Centers My Momlife

September 29th, 2019

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My morning ritual of making my bed every morning, listening to a motivational message while I’m getting dressed and taking 5 minutes to meditate has CHANGED my life. I’ve been every type of mom that you can think of. I’ve been a stay-at-home mom, a working mom, a mompreneur, a broke mom and a middle-class…
What Co-Parents Should Consider Before Going to Court

April 5th, 2019

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When co-parenting gets tough, it can often seem like the only solution is the court system. When the yelling, arguing and emotions reach a high, you many be stuck with the difficult choice to go before a judge to settle your parental differences. I’ve been there. My son’s father and I had a standing court…
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…
10 Ways to Make Your Family Revolutionary without Protesting

September 12th, 2016

Mama Motivation | Uncategorized

Every black family right now is thinking about where they fit into the Black Lives Matter movement. Moms, dads and older children want to know what they can do in their everyday lives to make a difference in their community that can aid in the fight against racism in America. Black families are in the…
10 Ways to Make Your Family Revolutionary without Protesting

September 12th, 2016

Mama Motivation | Uncategorized

Every black family right now is thinking about where they fit into the Black Lives Matter movement. Moms, dads and older children want to know what they can do in their everyday lives to make a difference in their community that can aid in the fight against racism in America. Black families are in the…
Surviving a Family Outing with Kids & Pittsburgh’s Hidden Gems

July 1st, 2016

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It’s summer time and the living is NOT easy. My kids have successfully evaded summer camp for two weeks and all of my nieces and nephews have been at my home for at least two days or more all at one time. As of now, I’m drowning in motherhood. But, it is what it is and…
What My Houseplants Teach Me About Self-Care

January 10th, 2016

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Self-Care Activity Journal Many of you mamas may not know, but Sunday, January 10th was National Houseplant Appreciation Day. What you likely know is that I’m an avid gardener. I love my plants. Mostly I love them because they give me so much love in the form of clean air, beautiful scenery & just taking…