As a new parent in Chicago, the joy of witnessing my little girl's milestones is unparalleled. Like many, my instinct is to capture every ... Read More
Teen Health
5 Children’s Gifts That Give Back
Some of the season’s hottest gifts get a philopatric edge. Sure, the latest tech toys sound enticing but in the season of giving, nothing ... Read More
4 Experts Discuss the Dangers of Vaping Among Black Youth—And How to Stop It
A panel of medical experts recently gathered in collaboration with the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids, to discuss the growing epidemic of ... Read More
Are You Ready to Sit at The Grown Folks’ Table? Here’s How to Tell…
You watch. You wait. You dream. But until it happens you wonder: “Am I ready to sit at The Grown Folks’ Table?” It is a rite of passage, ... Read More
5 Ways Dads Can Prepare for Their Daughter’s First Period
According to Statista, over one million single Black American dads are in the US. These dads have several concerns but one item that’s ... Read More
Kendrick Lamar: "The One Thing I Will NEVER Do…"
Kendrick Lamar is in his own lane. From proclaiming to be the best rapper alive, to winning multiple Grammy's, creating one of the most ... Read More
4 Tips To Help Your Child’s Back-To-School Anxiety
Back-to-school season is upon us – if you couldn’t tell by the uniforms and school supplies strewn all over every department store. And, as ... Read More
Easy, Budget-Friendly & Healthy: Best Back to School Lunches
Many parents, now that their children are back in school are looking for lunch ideas that are not only economical but also healthy for their ... Read More
This Clinical Trial is Centering Black Teen Mental Health in Chicago
Black and Latino teens face a disproportionate burden of mental health challenges. Studies show they experience higher rates of depression ... Read More
Black Kids Abroad: The Mental Health Benefits of Blacks Traveling Young
Some of us have been blessed to travel abroad and spend part of our lives as nomads, globe-trotting and collecting life-changing experiences ... Read More
Top 5 Reasons Why Black Kids Need Self-Defense Training
As parents, we’re on a constant duty to find the balance between making sure our kids are well-rounded and as safe as possible. If it hasn’t ... Read More
11 Tips For Navigating School Life with Lupus Nephritis
School life can be an exciting journey filled with new experiences, friendships, and opportunities. But if you're a student dealing with ... Read More
