Portfolio
As a writer, my interests focus on the intersections of health, parenting, and public policy. I also write with historical and cultural context across all topics. I've edited several books and publications and hundreds of articles. Read on to see where I've done some of my best work.
Clips
Here's a small selection of the hundreds of articles I've written over the past several years.
Most Recent
Our Childcare Crisis is an Economic Crisis | DAME Magazine
The Mental Health Trauma of the Black Maternal Mortality Crisis | Glamour
The pandemic highlights why women need better doctors | National Geographic
She's a moderate in Trump country, looking to Jill Biden to inspire | The Washington Post
The ‘Wall of Moms’ is not the story. Black moms have been in this fight for years. | The Lily
How systemic racism affects Black women's health | Today.com
Pandemic schooling options are not created equal for all families | Care.com
Black Families Were Hit Hard by the Pandemic. The Effects on Children May Be Lasting. | The New York Times
The pandemic’s mental health impact is dangerous for new moms. Especially black moms. | The Washington Post
Black kids are watching this moment. What will it teach them? | Vox
Books
Racial Literacy: Looking at Privilege and Power | Enslow Publishing
Maternal Health
Parenting
Contributing editor of American Birth Story: The Changing Face of Birth in America | Parents
Doulas Make a Difference for Culturally Competent Care and We Need Them in Delivery Rooms | Parents
How the Coronavirus Pandemic Could Permanently Change Childbirth in America for the Better | Parents
When Maternity Wards in Black Neighborhoods Disappear | The New York Times
How Our Conversation Around Breastfeeding Hurts Black Infants | The Establishment
The Power of a Black Woman’s Birth Plan | Zora
The 14 Most Important Maternal Health Advances of the Last 100 Years | What to Expect
How to Help a Teenager Handle the Death of an Idol | The New York Times
Why it’s important to find moments of joy in a crisis — and teach kids to do the same | The Washington Post
The Art of Mothers Holding Space For One Another | Human Parts
Why My Black Son Needed A Dog | The Washington Post
What My So-Called Life got right about the parent-teen relationship | HelloGiggles
The Terrible Stress of Shopping with Kids While Black | The Washington Post
Why 3-And-A-Half Years Old Is The Best Age | Romper
Should I Push My Son Out of His Comfort Zone? How Much is Too Much? | Your Teen Magazine
Where do black mothers go to cry? | The Washington Post
Race and Diversity
Knotless Box Braids Are In—But Braids Aren't A Trend | NYLON magazine
Black Mothers in Chicago Are the Village Against Gun Violence | Zora
Mental Health App for Black Women Carves Out a Safe Place for Honest Conversation | Mic
The Racists on My Neighborhood Watch App | Human Parts
How The War On Drugs Was A War On Black Children | Oxygen.com
Everything You're Teaching Your Kid About Racism Is Wrong | Romper
To all the Black women I've ever needed, in my life and throughout history | Hello Giggles
Health
How to Protect Kids From the Flu | Elemental by Medium
How to Get Started With Pilates for Beginners | Livestrong
6 Types of Pilates and Why the Differences Matter | Livestrong
Black Don’t Crack (and 4 Other Black Skin Care Myths You Shouldn’t Believe) | Greatist
Entertainment & Shopping
The Best Gifts for 4-Year-Olds | The New York Times' Wirecutter
The Best Gifts for 5-Year-Olds | The New York Times' Wirecutter
The Best Gifts for 6-Year-Olds | The New York Times' Wirecutter
10 Fantastic Family Movies To Stream On Movie Night | LittleThings
5 New Books By Black Writers Every Sci-Fi and Fantasy Lover Should Look Forward To | Black Girl Nerds
How Warner Bros. Set the Jason Momoa ‘Aquaman’ Thirst Trap | Black Girl Nerds
New Year, New Netflix Shows: Four Series to Add to Your List in 2019 | Black Girl Nerds
Education
Southern Illinois University
Bachelor of Science in journalism with a news-editorial emphasis.