What Can You Do As A Black Women Preparing For Pregnancy

Let’s Talk: What Can You Do As A Black Women Preparing For Pregnancy? If you’re thinking about getting pregnant soon, now is the perfect time to start getting your body and mind right. Black women face more risks during pregnancy, but the good news is that small changes now can lead to a smoother, healthier […]

Nutrition and Wellness During Pregnancy – Part 2

Nutrition & Wellness During Pregnancy pt. 2 Healthy Eating Habits Balanced DietA balanced diet during pregnancy should include a variety of fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and whole grains. These food groups provide the necessary nutrients to support maternal health and fetal development. HydrationStaying hydrated is vital during pregnancy. Water helps form amniotic fluid, transport nutrients, […]

Nutrition and Wellness During Pregnancy

Nutrition & Wellness During Pregnancy pt. 1 Pregnancy is an incredible journey, marked by significant physiological changes that impact both the mother and the developing baby. One of the most critical aspects of this period is ensuring proper nutrition and wellness practices to support healthy growth and development. Why Nutrition & Wellness Matter During Pregnancy […]

What Every Mom Should know about Blood Pressure and Preeclampsia

What Every Mom Should know about Blood Pressure and Preeclampsia   May is Preeclampsia awareness month! And as a High Risk Obstetrics nurse and mom who also had some mildly elevated blood pressures herself, I couldn’t let the month pass without letting my friends know about Preeclampsia. Some women have high blood pressure before pregnancy, […]

Loud and Messy

Loud and Messy Written By Crystal-Ann Roberts Can you believe it? I nearly forgot how intense this season of parenthood can be. I nearly forgot how deep we get into it and how blurry the days are. This post is not for the mom that has it all together (not sure if this mom exists). […]

Dear Dad…

Dear Dad… Written By Crystal-Ann Roberts I was raised by a single mom who sacrificed plenty so that her children never lacked, never went without, never felt shorthanded in comparison to the many that she knew we would eventually have to compete with. I am forever grateful to my mom and I have come to […]

Overcoming fear in spite of Covid

Overcoming fear in spite of Covid Written By Crystal-Ann Roberts I realized that lately I have ran far from this white screen. My heart so heavy I was afraid to share my thoughts. The past two months have been more that different. I guess that’s what I would call it now. I wondered why everytime […]