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10 Ways to Create a Healthy Nursery

Preparing for a baby is one of the most exciting times in a woman’s life, but it can also be daunting. Everyone from the baby store employee to your own mother has an opinion on what you should eat, wear, and buy. Our rule of thumb is to keep things simple, follow your instincts, and most importantly, do what’s best for you and your baby. We’ve put together a list to help guide you towards creating a nursery that promotes health and a low carbon-footprint. Even making one small change towards green living can have a huge impact on your child’s life.

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15 Minutes to Mental Health

Our mental state is just as important to our overall health as our physical state. As a mom it’s hard to find time to take care of yourself, and even harder if you are a FIRST-TIME mom. Start practicing now and make a habit of taking just 15 minutes a day to relax your mind as well as your body. Here are a few ideas:-Power Nap-Sit quietly and practice your breathing before you go to bed-Get up 15 minutes earlier than the rest of the house and enjoy a hot cup of tea in the quiet.

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Paying for the Pill

When I was in college, I was on the pill, and every month I would dutifully make the trek down to the student health center, where I would get a refill on my prescription. The refills cost me five dollars; a small price to pay to avoid getting pregnant at a time when a baby would have derailed my entire future.

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Shiloh Jolie-Pitt’s Name Change: What Parents Need to Know

This week, social media is buzzing with the news that Shiloh Jolie-Pitt, daughter of Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt, has filed a request to legally drop "Pitt" from her hyphenated surname on her 18th birthday this month. Shiloh’s decision has ignited a plethora of reactions online, from fiesty discussions about “Brangelina” family dynamics, celebrity relationships…

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How Moms Can Support The Protests From Home

As protests continue around the world following the death of George Floyd, I knew I wanted to do more than just share images on social media, but I struggled to find my place and voice in the movement. As a strong black activist and mom, I felt heavy, again. My community was hurting from the…