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#WeSaluteYou: Joyful Portraits Of Student-Parents At Graduation

There is nothing quite like the rush of relief and the feeling of accomplishment that accompanies graduation day. For millions of student-parents around the country, that feeling is magnified by the fact that their kids are there to share in their celebration. As someone who has done the student-parent thing twice (as an undergrad and a graduate student), I know first-hand the difficulties that … [Continue reading...]

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My New Book, “The Good Life,” Is Now Available!

Over the past four years, I have had the privilege of being my own boss—blogging, writing, editing and speaking for a living. What's more is that I've had the honor of hearing from women that they too have been inspired to take the leap and build their own business. I've shared tips in posts here and there on the site, but I felt compelled to give more. Which is why I've published my … [Continue reading...]

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A Working Mom’s Snow Day Panic

by Trudi Lebron It’s early in the morning and I hear my phone ringing. I reach over, prepared to press the snooze button when I realize that it’s not the alarm, it’s a phone call…. At 5:23 a.m. I recognize the 1-800 number instantly as the RoboCall number from my son’s school. They are calling to tell me that school is closed! Panic set’s in. How am I going to go to work? Despite the … [Continue reading...]

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#SheInspires | Regina Coley, Founder of YoungBlackMamas.com

As the creator of YoungBlackMamas.com, Regina has made it her mission to share resources and information to make day-to-day life for young moms everywhere just a little easier. Is it any wonder she ended up as my inspirational mom of the week? Read on to learn a little more about Regina and stop by her website - tell her The Young Mommy sent you! Name: Regina E. Coley Age: 27 Kids: 3 … [Continue reading...]

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#SheInspires | Frechic Austin, Founder of Single Parent Support Group, From Lemons to Lemonade

Name: Frechic Austin Age: 29 Kids: Several! Just kidding, I have three. Cameron is 11, Chanelle is 6, and Israel is 5. Blog/Business URL: FromLemons2Lemonade.com Whenever I have a moment of free time I look forward to... Eating and enjoying the presence of friends in an informal atmosphere. I love to sit and listen to my friends while we discuss positive things that we are doing in … [Continue reading...]

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#SheInspires | K. Elizabeth McCoy: “Parenting In General Is A Mixture Of Trial And Error”

Name: K. Elizabeth McCoy Age: 28 Kids: Two kids ages 5 (girl) & 3 (boy) Blog URL: http://www.yummommy.com Whenever I have a moment of free time I look forward to... Curling up with a good book or work on finishing up my two novels. I've also been overdosing on British crime shows like Luther and The Fall at the moment when I have the time. My mommy superpower is.... Cooking … [Continue reading...]

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#SheInspires | Michelle Jones: “On Really Tough Days I Need To Write In My Journal”

I just met Michelle recently (as in, she retweeted some of my links, I checked out her blog and instantly became a fan). She is due with her second child any day now and she also has an 11-month-old who keeps her on her toes. I love her blog, BlackZenMama, and everything it represents. I'm sure you'll dig Michelle just as much as I do. Name: Michelle Jones Age: 24 Kids: Two girls/ A … [Continue reading...]

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#SheInspires | Natasha Vianna: “Being A Young Mother Doesn’t Mean You Have To Give Up Your Youth”

I don't even remember when I first met Natasha but I'm glad I did. Over the past several years she has been outspoken about everything that matters - equality, reproductive rights, respect for teen parents and more. She is one of my idols and I'm thrilled to salute her in this #SheInspires series: Name: Natasha Vianna Age: 26 Kids: 1 daughter, 8 years … [Continue reading...]

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