Each year, we take 28 days to teach our children about the same four heroes. Martin Luther King, Jr. Rosa Parks. Langston Hughes. Oprah. And while these individuals have made significant contributions to black history, it’s time for us to learn about the unsung heroes who also helped to pave…
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A natural hair box. A Mommy & Me box. A box for comic lovers. A box for history and culture. Everywhere you look, subscription boxes are popping up. Tailored to your hobbies, heritage, and even hair type, subscription boxes feature uniquely curated experiences each month. Ericka Perry, Founder and CEO…
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One little grain could change everything. Whether you’re expecting your first child or your fifth, quinoa is a great way to add the nutrients your body–and your baby–need. During pregnancy, your nutritional needs are at an all time high. 1st and 2nd Trimester In the early months, taking in more…
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When I walked into my doctor’s office on May 9th, 2010, I expected to go through a routine stress test. At 35 weeks into my pregnancy, I was used to seeing my OBGYN and a perinatologist regularly, so I had plans to go to Babies ‘R Us to pick out…
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