Being plant-based and pregnant is definitely possible. According to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, being plant-based and pregnant ... Read More
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5 Breastfeeding Hacks For New Moms
I'm no breastfeeding expert, but between my two children, I've logged quite a bit of experience so far. I nursed my first-born for 14 months ... Read More
Breastfeeding: Racial Disparities & Health Benefits For Mom & Baby
African-American mothers breastfeed at lower rates than other groups of women for a myriad of reasons, and August, being Breastfeeding ... Read More
10 Healthy Homemade Baby Food Recipes
This one's for all the parents out there! The best nourishment for babies comes straight from their mother's milk, but as our little ones ... Read More
6 Ways To Prep Your Body & Home For Breastfeeding
Welcome to motherhood! By now you may have realized that there is much to consider and even more to learn as a new mother, specifically when ... Read More
Why Is The Black Infant Mortality Rate So High?
Although recent technological advances have decreased infant mortality rates (IMR) globally, the U.S. rate is still alarming compared to ... Read More
First-Time Mom? Here Are 6 Things No One Will Tell You
There are many things that an app or even an article can tell you about what to expect when expecting. However, not many describe the most ... Read More
6 Tips To Managing Pregnancy Weight Gain
During pregnancy, the weight will surely start to pack on. It’s only natural. Putting your baby at risk because of your weight gain is a ... Read More
Why Do Fewer Blacks Survive Childhood Cancers?
The relationship between race and the outcome for a number of cancers amongst whites, Hispanics and blacks in the United States have ... Read More
I’m Living My Breast Life
On the eve of the pop star baby boom while many focus on the delivery of these babies, I thought it pertinent to discuss some post-delivery ... Read More
Aggressive Prenatal Care to Help Battle Preterm Births
Over 200,000 women go into preterm birth each year, oftentimes leading to health issues for both mother and baby. Factors like age, weight, ... Read More
7 Amazing Ways To Use Coconut Oil Everyday
The benefits of coconut oil are endless. Rich in a unique combination of fatty acids, this superfood can be used for just about anything ... Read More