A Silent Exodus: Over 300,000 Black Women Exit the U.S. Workforce in Months

In the past six months, more than 300,000 Black women have left or been forced out of the U.S. workforce. This is not a coincidence. It reflects deep structural challenges that stretch from federal layoffs to the rollback of DEI programs, to longstanding inequities in employment. Mentorship and networking, often lifelines for Black women navigating…

Black Maternal Health Week: A Call to Action for Change

As we kicked off Black Maternal Health Week, we at Urban Mommy Inc. are dedicated to raising awareness about the urgent disparities in maternal health that Black women face. From April 11-17, we will shine a spotlight on these critical issues, advocating for change in a system that has historically neglected the needs of Black…

Thoughtful Thursday: Breaking Unhealthy Communication Cycles

Hey Urban Mommy Tribe! 💖 Today, let’s dive into a vital topic: breaking unhealthy communication patterns with our children. Many of us carry baggage from our upbringing, and it’s time to create healthier dialogues for the next generation! This was an area I struggled with because I didn’t recognize where some of my trauma came…