Category : Parenting/ Health

What Every Sickle Cell Warrior Must Know About Their Patient Journey

As you try to maintain consistent wellness, it is imperative that you navigate the Patient Journey Roadmap by making five key stops to living the best life possible. Having a chronic illness such as sickle cell disease means understanding all the wa...

20 Signs Of Juvenile Arthritis You CAN’T Miss

While we often think of arthritis as something that affects the elderly and injured, there’s actually something called juvenile arthritis that afflicts children younger than 16. Because arthritis is not commonly associated with kids, it’s important...

The 5 Levels Of Caregiving

Navigating the role of a caregiver, particularly for a family member, is a profound and challenging journey. The process unfolds in several distinct stages, each marked by its own set of emotional and practical hurdles. The Realization The first lev...

Easy, Budget-Friendly & Healthy: Best Back to School Lunches

Many parents, now that their children are back in school are looking for lunch ideas that are not only economical but also healthy for their children. And this can be a bit tough when your kid is a picky eater. Or when you are feeling like there is...

How to Finally END your Scalp Psoriasis Nightmare

Psoriasis is bad enough, but when it specifically hits your scalp the hardest, it can be more than just an irritation. In Black women especially, scalp psoriasis goes well beyond the physical; it’s a direct attack on the psychological. In other word...

What Black People Should Know About Heart Disease Risk

Heart disease is an all-encompassing term that’s used to describe several conditions that affect your heart. The most common one is coronary artery disease, which can increase your odds of having a heart attack. According to the Office of Minority He...

Metastatic Breast Cancer Clinical Trials: What Black Women Should Know

Metastatic breast cancer (mBC), or stage IV breast cancer, occurs when cancerous cells have spread beyond the breast and nearby lymph to other body parts. Once the cancer has spread to other organs, treatment can become very challenging. Because mBC...

4 Fat-Burning Tips To Try After Cheat Day

Cheat days happen. Whether intentional or not, we’ve all been there, especially this holiday season with all the parties and dinners. Having a cheat day is a great way to treat yourself for adhering to your meal plan throughout the week, but s...

Is Coffee Sabotaging Your Glow?

I’m a caffeine fiend! In fact, Starbucks is my life source. If I could set myself up in a loft apartment above a coffee shop, that would be my ideal living situation. Hit me with your best (espresso) shot and I instantly develop a Pinky and the Brai...

Financial Preparedness for College: Budgeting and Managing Expenses

If you are a college student in today's society, then you know there are a lot of expenses and temptations that'll make you want to spend recklessly. College life has many impacts that can affect your life, especially regarding your finances. Attend...

Dismantling Skincare Myths: What Black Skin Really Needs to be Healthy

Black women are much like any other demographic when it comes to the prevalence of skincare myths and misconceptions. Progress has been made in education and campaigning, yet myths remain. Misconceptions like this keep Black women’s skin care...

Orientation Guide to Welcome Week

Freshman week is the most anticipated week for all graduating high school seniors that are starting their first year on a college campus. Orientation week is for administrators and current students to introduce all incoming students to campus. So he...

Are You Falling for These Common Nutrition Myths?

Food misinformation is an escalating issue in the United States, deeply impacting dietary habits and public health. The Ajinomoto Group, the pioneering manufacturer of MSG, has faced misinformation for decades, particularly with the baseless term &#...

From Symptoms To Solutions: What To Expect During Your First Year Of Menopause

When a woman reaches menopause, she enters a transforming era of her life that signifies the end of her reproductive years and the beginning of a new chapter. In the process of embarking on this trip, there are a few things that you need to be prepa...

College Readiness Checklist: Key Tasks To Complete Before Starting College

Heading to college is an exciting yet often overwhelming milestone in a young person's life. Being prepared is crucial to ensure a smooth transition and a successful academic journey. A college readiness checklist can be valuable, outlining key task...