For some reason, this time felt different. Though we have been singing the same song for hundreds of years, now people are finally listening. Let’s be honest. What is going on in the world today is not new. It is not enough to “not be racist.” You must actively be anti-racist if we desire real
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How are you? No. Really, how are you? This year has been a lot. And we still have 6 more months in 2020. It is easy to say “2020 is cancelled” but let me tell you something. 2020 is not cancelled. There are still 6 more months to make this your best year yet. Practicing
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Approximately 700 women die each year due to pregnancy related deaths in the US. The United States has the highest maternal mortality rate among developed nations. With the stats that have been brought to light about the increased pregnancy mortality rate among black women, ways to improve your pregnancy outcomes are very important. You have
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I came across this picture today and it means so, so much to me. This was a time in my life where I was so stressed. Like really stressed. I was worried about not finishing residency on time. I was struggling immensely with breastfeeding and ultimately ended up stopping way before I desired to. I
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Protecting your Mental health is more than massages, pedicures and warm baths. Although I love all of the above. Sometimes that isn’t enough.Here are some tips that have helped me, especially during this time.Protect your mind. That means take breaks from the news. The constant influx of negative information can infiltrate your mind and really
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I’m almost due what do I do? You are 39 weeks. You know it’s almost time to deliver. You’ve taken the birthing classes. You have your hospital bag packed. You thought you had it all figured out. Your parents drove in from out of town. Your husband’s parents did too. You wanted your daughter in
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