Jordin Sparks On Raising A Black Son In America: ‘It’s Devastating’
After the injustices of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and many more, Jordin Sparks gives her honest thoughts about raising a Black son in America.
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After Detaining A Black Mother And Four Kids At Gunpoint, Police Admit They Were At Fault
One Black family in Colorado was headed to the nail salon when they were traumatized by Aurora police who mistakenly gunned them down.
Black Teen Jailed For Not Doing Homework Released After Nearly 80 Days
Due to coronavirus, online learning has been a struggle for most. But after one Black, disabled teen in Michigan was jailed for not doing her homework during the pandemic — leaders came together to have her released. And after 80 days in detention, she has been released.
Mother-In-Law Joyous After Learning Mom Miscarried Due To Car Accident
One woman reached out to Reddit after a car accident caused her to miscarry and lose her 11-week pregnancy — something her mother-in-law was joyous about.
Dwyane Wade And Gabrielle Union Praise Zaya For ‘Leading Us in Our Journey’ At GLAAD Awards
Gabrielle Union and Dwayne Wade presented at the GLAAD Media Awards this past Thursday night only days after its trans actors were snubbed in the nominations for this year’s Emmy Awards.
Black Mother Addresses How People Assume She Kidnapped Adopted White Son
Keia Jones-Baldwin is a mother of four and writer at Raising Cultures who has always been open about her experiences with adoption and foster care.
6-Year-Old Girl Called Racist For Wearing ‘Black Lives Matter’ T-Shirt At Christian Daycare
One 6-year-old’s “Black Lives Matter” top got her kicked out of an Arkansas daycare this week and needless to say, the backlash has been swift.
Son Sails Across Atlantic Ocean Alone To See Father After COVID Shuts Down Flights
A man from Argentia decided to brave an almost three-month solo sailing voyage to see his family, including his now 90-year-old father, right after the coronavirus pandemic stopped international travel.
I am a White Mom Raising a Mixed Son in an Otherwise All-White Family: Where Should I Begin?
A mom writes in asking for advice about raising her mixed-race son as protests throughout the world continue. This white mother-of-three has an 11-year-old son from a previous relationship. Her son’s father is Black, and therefore her son is half-Black and half-white. This mom wants to know what she should be doing for her son: What conversations should she be having with him? How should she be having them? Where should she start?
Video Of Black Mother Goes Viral, Asks When Did Her Baby Became A Threat
Amidst protests denouncing racism and police brutality across the nation, a mother named Lauryn Whitney has asked a groundbreaking question: “When did my baby become a threat?”
‘Grand Karen’ Mom-Shames Woman For Kids Playing In Child’s Car Because They Have ‘No License’
A video of a woman complaining about children playing in a toy car without a driver’s license has gone viral for obvious reasons.
Kristen Bell On Raising Her Daughters As Anti-Racists: ‘You Can Put It on My Gravestone’
Kristen Bell has been vocal about teaching her daughters that being quietly non-racist just won’t cut it.
Alicia Silverstone Believes Taking Baths With Her 9-Year-Old Son Is Perfectly Normal
Alicia Silverstone is not shying away from a controversial quarantine past time she enjoys with her 9-year-old son, Bear Blu.
Ciara Writes Moving Message To 6-Year-Old Son Amidst George Floyd Protests
Amidst George Floyd’s heartwrenching death, many have discussed racial injustices around the globe. And while there are no exact words to exactly capture the grief and rage felt by the black community, Ciara is doing her part to find them in a message to her son.
5 Celebs Who’ve Supported Their LGBTQ+ Kids Proudly and Publicly
Pride Month is all about celebrating the best organizations, resources, and activists supporting the LGBTQ+ community. And the community itself, of course. There are many examples of meaningful outreach within communities and the country, as well as on an individual basis. We wanted to take a moment to highlight a few of the celebrities who’ve notably supported their LGBTQ+ children during their coming out and/or transitioning journeys and who have graciously shared their stories publicly.
Women Are Being Pushed Out Of Workforce With No Caregivers, Camps Or Grandparents
Working women – especially those who work in concentrated service industries – are vulnerable to the coronavirus economy, as there is overwhelming evidence that women are being laid off or furloughed at a significantly higher rate than men.
My Ex Asked My Estranged Mom to Watch Our Son, and It Ended in Disaster: Advice?
A mom writes in asking for advice about her ex with whom she shares a son. She says her ex reached out and asked her to watch their son, she said yes, but instead he reached out to the OP’s mom. The OP is estranged from her mother and doesn’t want her watching their son without supervision due to a history of drug abuse and other issues. Predictably, things did not go well, and her son ended up getting bitting by her mom’s dog. How can she lay down the law?
Paul Walker’s Daughter, Meadow Shares Haunting Throwback Photo
Meadow Walker fondly remembers her dad. She calls spending time with him her, “happy place.”
Sister Disowns Brother After He Comes Out As Gay Due To How He Treats His Ex-Wife
In a post to Reddit, one woman is asking the internet is she is in the wrong for disowning her brother who came out as gay because of how he treats his ex-wife.
Keeping Up With The Kardashians Continues To Shoot Next Season With Hazmat Suits And Other Crazy Tactics
Despite the coronavirus pandemic, Keeping Up With the Kardashians continues to film. Yes, you read that correctly.
Khloé Kardashian Obliterated On Twitter For Teepeeing Kourtney’s House Amidst TP Shortage
The Kardashians are in hot water after Khloé Kardashian teepeed Kourtney Kardashian‘s house amidst a toilet paper shortage due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Should I Introduce My Daughter to Her Father, Who Is About to Be Released from Jail? And If So, How Should I Do It?
A mom writes in asking for advice about whether she should introduce her daughter to her father, who is about to be released from prison. She says her relationship with this man was abusive and she wants nothing to do with him, but for a variety of reasons — including the potential for this situation to become a legal custody battle — she feels obligated to allow him the opportunity to be a father to his daughter. Should she introduce them? And if so, what would be the best way for her to do it and maintain control of the situation?
I Am Worried About Sending My Daughter to Her Dad’s House During the Pandemic: Advice?
A mom writes in asking for advice about shared custody in the age of COVID-19. She says she has serious reservations about sending her 6-year-old daughter to her dad’s house for a few reasons.
I Found Messages Between My 10-Year-Old Son and His Friend and Worry He May Be Suicidal: Advice?
TRIGGER WARNING: This post contains discussion on the topic of suicide and mental health.
3 Babies Abandoned Over 3 Years in Florida Apartment Building All Share the Same Parents
Three babies were abandoned at the same apartment building since 2016. Orlando Police have confirmed that all three babies share the same parents.