Covid-19 Restrictions on Birth & Breastfeeding Will Hit Black Women Hardest
Native women too. Studies show Black and Native women already experience higher levels of mistreatment during birthing even under normal conditions. The Covid-19 induced stresses on medical staff and...
View ArticleTake Action: Join the Campaign for Inclusive Family Policies!
Families are in need of support–and that support needs to meet the needs of all families. Family policy should be inclusive—the ways in which families meet their income-earning and caregiving...
View ArticleThe MINI MOCHA MANUAL TO PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH
Download The Mini Mocha Manual to Pregnancy & Childbirth NOW!! Price: $15.00 We're Sorry First 100 to purchase The Mini Mocha Manual will receive a free “Mocha Manual” baby Onesie as a gift!...
View Article11 OF THE BEST STEM/STEAM KIDS GIFTS FOR THE HOLIDAYS
With the holidays upon us this is the perfect time to introduce your child to some fun, new ways to explore the STE(A)M (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math) world. There are definitely...
View ArticleThe Mocha Manual Company, Inc. Launches The Maternal & Child Health...
The Mocha Manual Company, Inc., a leading boutique content development and strategic communications advisory firm, announced today that it has launched an 18-month project to improve mainstream...
View ArticleWhen Summer Camp Turns Racist at School of The NY Times; A Powerful Lesson...
The School of The New York Times and President Trump seem to have something in common: apparently both find it really hard to name racism. The inability to call out racist behavior is a widespread...
View ArticleFamily Vacation Special: Club Med Cancun Yucatan
We love to travel as a family! Whether you’re ready to escape the cold or plan your next summer vacation, Club Med Cancun Yucatan in Cancun is certainly a great, all-inclusive family-friendly spot. We...
View Article7 Hacks For the Perfect Road Trip
Going on a road trip has its pros and cons. Pros, you’re going on an awesome adventure; cons, it can be costly. Here are some hacks you can try to balance those pros and cons to reach vacation...
View ArticleHelping Kids To Be Present In This Pokemon Go Age
During a family vacation this summer I was strolling along the harborfront of Lake of the Woods in Ontario. The lake is my spiritual home, a refuge to escape into the almost five thousand square miles...
View ArticleMore Than Just Talking Equity: Why Black Breastfeeding Week is Central to...
Lately there’s been a lot of talk in the public health and breastfeeding circles about equity. And rightly so. The scope and depth of racial disparities across various health indicators and in...
View ArticleWhy I Forgave $38,750 in Child Support: Revaluing Fathers This Father’s Day.
As we celebrate the fathers and father figures who have impacted our lives, let’s also think about championing fatherhood. Not just as a holiday to buy ties and tools, but also as an opportunity to...
View ArticlePregnancy Black Skin Rescue Guide
There are several ways our bodies can surprise us during pregnancy but some of those changes are unwelcome. Here are a few tips from Dr. Susan Taylor to deal with the unwanted ones: Problem I’ve got...
View ArticleNational Lung Health Week: A Mother’s Story, Her Kids’ Resilience and Ms....
By: Chandra Lye Susan Lee was in her 30s when her mother was diagnosed with lung cancer. Over 20 years later, Lee had to live through her own journey with lung cancer. Today she is an advocate for...
View ArticleProcrastinator’s Special: Last Minute Mother’s Day Ideas
Don’t worry, we won’t judge you if you waited to the last minute to order your Mother’s Day gift. We’re here to help! Just in time for Mother’s Day this Sunday we have a few last minute gift ideas....
View ArticleSafe Fish for Pregnant Moms
During pregnancy most expecting moms are usually cautioned by their doctors and given a list of foods to steer clear of during their nine-month stretch. At the top of the list are certain types of...
View ArticleTears For My Black Boy: A Very Public Breakdown and a Message on Mothering...
Last week, while standing on a stage and giving a presentation at a national conference, I broke down crying. I never saw it coming. I was talking, as I often do, about the historical trauma of black...
View ArticleBest Tips for Co-Parenting with an Ex
In this day and age, a divorce can be a daunting situation for a couple to deal with, especially when children are involved. Once the divorce has been finalized, it’s still not necessarily over for...
View ArticleThe Legacy of Jackie Robinson
Throughout history African Americans have made numerous contributions to society but were looked down upon simply because of the color of their skin. This bigotry would prevent them from enjoying the...
View ArticleCelebrate Mathematics Awareness Month With Books That Make Math Fun For The...
In February, we celebrate Black History Month in dedication of the various contributions made by African Americans. Then in March, we celebrate Women’s History Month in commemoration of the...
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