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Guide to Fun Indoor Activities for Kids & Teens in New Orleans

Summer is bringing the heat! Check out some Indoor ideas around New Orleans to avoid the scolding heat from the sun and still have fun.

Top 10 Fun and Educational Shows for Black Children on Youtube

Jaemi Johnson

Top 10 Fun and Educational Shows for Black Children on Youtube

What our children see and hear can positively or negatively shape the expectation of themselves…

Jaemi Johnson

Free Summer Fun in NOLA

School is out, and the kids are ready for fun and enriching activities. Having Fun this summer doesn’t have to break the bank!

Things To Do In The City For Memorial Day - (Kid Friendly)

Black New Orleans Moms

Things To Do In The City For Memorial Day - (Kid Friendly)

With the prediction of sunny, cool weather over the next 3 days, it's the perfect time to get out of the house for Memorial Day weekend....

Joyfully Planned: My Daughter's Birth Story by Armelle Honkou

Black New Orleans Moms

Joyfully Planned: My Daughter's Birth Story by Armelle Honkou

Before I dive into the events of the day my daughter graced this earth, I must go back at least three years before her arrival when I...

Lessons, Gear, and Tips for Safe Swimming: "National Learn To Swim" Day

Black New Orleans Moms

Lessons, Gear, and Tips for Safe Swimming: "National Learn To Swim" Day

Happy "National Learn To Swim" Day! The moms of Black New Orleans Mom teamed up to bring awareness to the importance of teaching kids how...

Happy Earth Day: Outdoor Adventures Around New Orleans for Spring

Justina Boyd

Happy Earth Day: Outdoor Adventures Around New Orleans for Spring

Spring is in the air! As a nature lover, I happily welcome the season of spring each year. The sun shining and the mild temperatures in...

Everything You Need to Know About New Orleans Festival Season with Kids

Jaemi Johnson

Everything You Need to Know About New Orleans Festival Season with Kids

Spring has sprung and the weather has been giving what it's supposed to give. One of the best times of the year is among us: Festival...

Pregnancy Test, the LEAP Test and the Real Test: Accepting my body

Guest Blogger

Pregnancy Test, the LEAP Test and the Real Test: Accepting my body

My husband and I had been trying for a baby for several months. So, when not one, but two pregnancy tests finally came back positive, I was

Birth Stories: Not all Pregnancies are Created Equal

Jaemi Johnson

Birth Stories: Not all Pregnancies are Created Equal

I was 19 years old when I experienced my first pregnancy, and for the most part, it was relatively easy. I was very active, and my eating...

Black New Orleans Moms

2022 Summer Camp Guide for New Orleans

The moms of Black New Orleans Moms got together to share some of the best camp options for parents this summer. With summer right around...

Courage, Career, and Community: The Great Resignation from the Perspective of Black New Orleans Moms

Justina Boyd

Courage, Career, and Community: The Great Resignation from the Perspective of Black New Orleans Moms

As I reflect on my workplace values, I often ask myself “what are my nonnegotiables” now that I am a working mom?

Were You Confident In Your Body During Your Pregnancy?

Black New Orleans Moms

Were You Confident In Your Body During Your Pregnancy?

There is something about a pregnant woman’s body that radiates confidence. Ten years ago, my boss was pregnant, and I clearly remember...

The 5 Pitfalls and Things I've Learned as a New Mom

Guest Blogger

The 5 Pitfalls and Things I've Learned as a New Mom

After having my baby, I jumped right into working to promote my children’s book, which launched on the same day he was born....

Black New Orleans Moms

How to Survive Mardi Gras with Kids

Attending parades with a kid can be tricky, but thankfully we have a group of experienced women that have done this...

The Inaugural Black Children's Book Week

Kyley Pulphus

The Inaugural Black Children's Book Week

Black History Month is getting an extension! In an effort to promote literature that shows love to Black children, Veronica Chapman of...

2021 Year End Review by Black New Orleans Moms

lynnwesleycoleman

2021 Year End Review by Black New Orleans Moms

A few of our moms answered questions to reflect on 2021 and what’s to come for 2022 as we walk into the new year. Lynn- What is the...

Jaemi Johnson

A New Christmas Tradition

It's starting to look like Christmas everywhere you look. Let the traditions begin!

Black New Orleans Moms

Shop local on Small Business Saturday

Today, on Small Business Saturday, we want to support local New Orleans businesses on the blog. The writers at Black New Orleans Mom Blog...

Speaking Positive Affirmations to Our Children

Black New Orleans Moms

Speaking Positive Affirmations to Our Children

As the school year starts, I encourage you to speak affirming language to your children.

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