1. Elect a Go-Between In the old days African-Americans, or Americans of any race for that matter, rarely took their problems to court. Community elders were appointed and when they spoke that was the end of the conversation. If you are looking to build a happy and healthy co-parenting environment, you need to find an…
4 Alternatives to Suing for Child Support
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Romance After Baby
There’s nothing more rewarding in life than having children. Once you give birth, your world completely changes. Your worries shift, your schedule is thrown for a loop, and your relationship with your partner inevitably suffers. No longer will you and your mate be able to spend every spare moment together as your little ones require… -
#MommyMotivation: The Universe is Activated by Faith
Here’s your #mommymotivation for the day. Check our youtube channel here for past episodes: Our Mommy Motivators: -
Cellphones: Toys or Tools?
I’m usually pretty impartial to Facebook conversations, but occasionally I will get in on one and give my two cents. This week I came across a convo on whether or not to give your child a cell phone. There were actually some pretty good arguments on both sides. Some parents said that if your child… -
Help for Our Kids with Sickle Cell
As a mommy of three, my children’s health is one of the last things I want to worry about. I pick them up from school, take them to the park, read with them and watch them grow every day. All the while, I often take for granted the very thing that allows them to make… -
Put the “Hood” Back in Motherhood
Leading up to any birthday party one expects a certain amount of anxiety. But, I was in super anxious mode during my youngest son’s 4th birthday party. The day of the party I had so many competing priorities. From work projects I was dreading putting off until Sunday, to a choice between having a well-groomed…