Respecting Black Motherhood
With our backs already against the wall, Black mothers are now facing a new challenge: adjusting to life during the COVID-19 pandemic.
A Mother's Love
For this Mother’s Day, ESSENCE asked some of our favorites to honor the special women in their lives
The Policing Of Black Motherhood In A Nation We Were Never Meant To Survive Free
Black women are hyper-vigilant about who is watching us or poised to harm our children, and it is exhausting. But new worlds are possible.
How Celebrities Paid Tribute To The Amazing Moms In Their Lives
Mother's Day 2020 ushered in a wave of heartwarming posts from celebrities who were all about showing some extra special love this year.
The Silver Lining In Spending My First Mother’s Day In Social Quarantine
A new mom who went from worrying about missing firsts to being there for everything, reflects on first time motherhood during the global pandemic.
I Know What It’s Like To Be A Mother On The Front Lines
Lieutenant Colonel (Ret.) Jackie Gordon, a candidate for Congress in New York’s 2nd District, writes about being a mother on the front lines.
Celebrate Mom With These 5 Cocktails For Mother’s Day Brunch At Home
Show mom your appreciation for all that she does by showing off your at-home bartending skills with a few delicious recipes.
As We Struggle To Stay Connected, Prison Calls Must Be Free
This Mother’s Day, Black women, whose history has been punctured by vulgar state policies that took their children, from slavery to police violence to mass incarceration, are risking their lives to stay close to their babies.
Tina Knowles Lawson Tested Family For COVID-19 To Spend Mother’s Day Together
Beyoncé's momma shared that she and her family have been practicing quarantining guidelines, recommended by the CDC.
Treat Your Mom To A Virtual FaceGym Date This Mother's Day
For a fun and safe way to celebrate your mom this Mother's Day, treat her to a personal training session at FaceGym.
Secret Enlists Serena Williams And Swin Cash To Celebrate Moms In New Campaign
"You teach us what not to sweat so we can show the world our strength," Williams said.
If You Can't Hug Mom This Mother's Day, These 7 Gifts Will Keep Her Cozy
These last-minute cozy presents are perfect to give mama during quarantine.
This Mother's Day, We Advocate For Black Mothers’ Health
Rep. Lauren Underwood explains why we need to focus more on Black maternal health especially, as Black women face greater challenges during pregnancy.
SHHHOWERCAP Is Protecting Moms And The Teams That Treat Them This Mother's Day
The beauty brand is supporting mothers, championing motherhood and helping frontline workers.
Babyface Will Break Down ‘Waiting To Exhale’ Sound Track For Mother’s Day
Edmonds’s 16-song sound track for "Waiting to Exhale" featured a roster of some of the greatest female R&B voices in history.
5 Self-Care Gifts To Send Mom If You'll Be Distanced On Mother's Day
We've handpicked some sweet gifts you can send to make mom feel special.
This Woman Is Live Streaming Her Home Birth To Help Black Women
"[I'm] thinking about women, specifically women of color and Black women, who are pregnant," says Marz Lovejoy.
10 New Spring Scents She'll Love For Mother's Day
Make her stay-at-home celebration special with a fragrance that evokes the warmth of spring.
Self-Care Gifts To Send To Mom For Mother's Day
Black moms generally remain overworked, under-appreciated, overextended and generally in extra need of a little TLC.