Whew. This is a hard one to write. I’m a Black mom, and it feels like last week was the culmination of what my ancestors and colleagues have been pursuing for over 200 years: the right to be heard. The right to be seen as equal. The right to social justice. White privilege in motherhood looks like being three times more likely to survive childbirth, not worrying your … [Read more...] about This month, I can feel the shift.
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Teaching Our Daughters And Ourselves It’s Okay To Say No
The truth is, saying NO is hard for women. I know that I have a very hard saying it, and I will often push myself to the limit and not do stuff that is important to ME to take care of others. It’s just the way I was raised- and the way I was raising my daughter. However, it’s time for things to change. It took a worldwide pandemic for me to learn this lesson that it’s okay to … [Read more...] about Teaching Our Daughters And Ourselves It’s Okay To Say No
The WFHWK Life: The Down and Dirty of Working Mom Survival
I started a new job in February. Correction: I started TWO new jobs in February. The first one was a foot in the door. It didn’t pay enough to cover my bills, so I took the second job to supplement. Anyone can tell you that two jobs are more than enough for a single human to handle. I also run Elle Jay at Home, a blog about comfort food for moms. But my hours shifted to 7 am … [Read more...] about The WFHWK Life: The Down and Dirty of Working Mom Survival
Nursing Mothers Granted Tax Break
Great news! Nursing moms are getting a new tax break from the IRS for breast pumps and other supplies. The same proposal was rejected in 2010 because the IRS didn’t think breastfeeding had enough benefits to be considered medical care. But the American Academy of Pediatrics and other breastfeeding advocates fought for the proposal, citing the many long-lasting health … [Read more...] about Nursing Mothers Granted Tax Break
Parenting Humor: Are You Ready to Have a Baby?
How prepared are you to become a parent? Even if you think you've got it all figured out, be warned - those little bundles of joy are also messy, frustrating and stressful. Here's a lighthearted little quiz to determine if you're ready to have a baby: The Mess Test Smear peanut butter on the sofa and curtains. Now rub your hands in the wet flower bed and rub … [Read more...] about Parenting Humor: Are You Ready to Have a Baby?