Nearly 8 percent of children have a communication or swallowing disorder. Among other statistics, prevalence is higher among boys than girls and black children are more likely than white and…
Dating for me is hard. If it was easy, I would be in a loving, healthy, happy relationship right now. But…. I am not! It is not just me, a…
(Photo credit: Chaka Khan Facebook) Legendary songstress Chaka Khan may be known for going “Through The Fire” and the incomparable theme song for women everywhere, “I’m Every Woman”, but she’s…
“Quite frankly, I’ve been depressed for most of my life,” says Latoya Shauntay Snell, of Brooklyn, who started menstruating at the age of 9. “The earliest time that I can…
As 2017 nears it’s close, it’s an excellent time to take inventory of the blessings and breakthroughs you’ve enjoyed, the challenges and difficulties you persevered through, and the manner in…
(Photo credit: WTHR.com) The Christmas holiday is usually all about giving. It’s when most people make their biggest donations, give to the needy and generally help out those in need.…
A Texas dad is smiling just a little bit brighter this Christmas, not because of any monetary gift, but something he says money can’t buy: having his son back in…
“Somebody/anybody/sing a black girl’s song/bring her out/to know herself/to know you/but sing her rhythms/carin/struggle/hard times/sing her song of life” – Ntozake Shange, for colored girls who have considered suicide when…
High blood glucose levels during pregnancy can impact the health of the mother and baby. Keeping blood glucose levels close to normal can prevent a problematic birth and decrease your…
Beginning a healthy living lifestyle can sometimes be daunting. From the fear of unknown to fear of failure. This is why it’s important to take things slowly when starting a…