Browsing Category "Friends of BBE"

BrokenBrownBelle: “The other side of my infertility” Part 3

By BrokenBrownBelle | Feb 7, 2012
Posted in: Fear, Friends of BBE, Latest, Pregnant Folk, Procedures, Success Stories, The Emotions |

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BrokenBrownBelle: “The other side of my infertility” Part 3

There were more appointments then ever. And instead of reading about people talking about beating PCOS and drifting into motherhood, the talk had turned to talk to exclusively the word miscarriage. That word could strike fear in my heart like no needle ever could and it was suddenly everywhere. Oh my God, could I have come this far only to spend every set aside dime and then lose my baby?!? This never was [...]

FertileKwanzaa – Nia & Kuumba: Creativity in Purpose

By Mrs.Tiye | Dec 31, 2011
Posted in: A.H.A., Adoption, Advocacy, Friends of BBE, Joy |

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FertileKwanzaa – Nia & Kuumba: Creativity in Purpose

Finding a creative way to "do thoughtful things for others", was/is hard. When you're feeling least like yourself and uncomfortable in your skin, it is actually the least of your concerns. I understand. Though, if we're being honest I gotta tell you, it helps.

Fertile Kwanzaa – Ujamaa: Cooperative Economics

By Mrs.Tiye | Dec 29, 2011
Posted in: Advocacy, Choices, Foundations/Organizations, Friends of BBE, Pride, Race & Infertility, Success Stories, The Eggshelf |

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Fertile Kwanzaa – Ujamaa: Cooperative Economics

On the fourth day of Kwanzaa my people gave to me...outstanding fertility resources created by African Americans! Take a peek, and be sure to add any you may have.

By Mrs.Tiye | Nov 9, 2011
Posted in: A.H.A., Advocacy, Celebs, Foundations/Organizations, Friends of BBE, Latest, MrsTiye, The Emotions |

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Do I Want To Be Known For this?

And I was honored. To represent you, him or her, and whomever else. But there was also a part of me that just kept thinking, "Is this what I want to be known for? Do I really want to make my mark based on the fact that my body doesn't do what its supposed to do?" I mean, I'm so much more than my ovaries, aren't I?

BrokenBrownBelle: “The other side of my infertility” Part 1

By BrokenBrownBelle | Nov 2, 2011
Posted in: BrokenBrownBelle, Friends of BBE, Latest, Miscellaneous Rants, PCOS, Pregnant Folk, Success Stories, The Emotions |

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BrokenBrownBelle: “The other side of my infertility” Part 1

This past week, I was absolutely floored to see a good blog buddy, Jay, over at The 2 Week Wait be heckled on her site because she is currently pregnant. A reader basically got offended that the site discusses infertility at all, and ranted that Jay should rename it because she is obviously no longer in “the wait”. This hurt my heart because it adds just one more hurdle for [...]

By Mrs.Tiye | Oct 20, 2011
Posted in: A.H.A., Advocacy, Celebrity Infertility, Celebs, Choices, Conditions & Diagnosis, Foundations/Organizations, Friends of BBE, Latest |

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What I Wish YOU Knew

This week, I am completely and totally floored by the amazing outreach initive of Redbook Magazine. Through partnerships with Resolve: The National Infertility Association and First Response, Redbook has launched a massive no-shame campaign entitled “The Truth About Trying“. From behind the scenes, I’ve known about this campaign for a couple months now, but even as I got excited and prepared for it, I had no idea how absolutely [...]

Is this fair? Empathy and Prayers *BrokenBrownBellePost*

By BrokenBrownBelle | Mar 23, 2011
Posted in: BrokenBrownBelle, Confusion, Guest Posts, Latest, Parenting, Sadness |

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Is this fair? Empathy and Prayers BrokenBrownBellePost

It is emotionally humbling to consider our fertility struggles with women whose journeys have been challenged by natural or economic circumstances. This is exactly the thought Mimi examines in this heartfelt post.

By Mrs.Tiye | Jan 12, 2011
Posted in: Adoption, Featured, Friends of BBE, Guest Posts, Race & Infertility |

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Guest Post: Why We Don’t Adopt

"First, a woman does not give away her baby. She is making a brave and courageous decision to give her child a life that she is unable to give." Chala Barrington-Cruz of Adoption Consultants of Florida exposes the myths and stigmas attached to African American adoption.

The World is Watching…well Black America at least!

By Mrs.Tiye | Nov 14, 2010
Posted in: Awards & Press, Featured, Foundations/Organizations, Friends of BBE, Latest, MrsTiye, Pride, Success Stories |

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The World is Watching…well Black America at least!

THE ROOT 100, is an exclusive list that honors one hundred individuals, aged 25-45, who represent the new generation of emerging and established leaders in the African-American community,...and guess who made this year's list!?

By Mrs.Tiye | Oct 27, 2010
Posted in: Advocacy, Anger, Featured, Foundations/Organizations, Friends of BBE, Miscellaneous Rants, MrsTiye, Parenting, Responsible Conception |

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Responsible Conception

Why would an infertility site support a cause like No Wedding No Womb? Well, if you've been to The Egg before, and you've heard me rant, you already know the answer. However for our new friends and guests who may not understand, I will happily enlighten you. What could an infertility site possibly have to say about an initiative like No Wedding No Womb? Quite a lot, actually.

By Mrs.Tiye | Sep 16, 2010
Posted in: Coming Events, Featured, Friends of BBE, Giveaways, MrsTiye, Videos |

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Thank You in Advance

The very first day that I mentioned hosting a fundraiser for Infertility Awareness on this blog, was about a year ago. From that time, I’ve received support and collaboration from the most unexpected places. There have been some very high moments, and some low points. In my personal life, things have taken more dips and turns than a trip to Six Flags. Yet, the importance of this mission…for someone out [...]

By Mrs.Tiye | Sep 7, 2010
Posted in: Coming Events, Friends of BBE, Giveaways, Latest |

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Ask and it shall be given…

We are TEN days away from our first annual A.H.A. Moment. TEN days away from my first venture into entertaining and education. TEN days away from great food, Wonderful guests, and a dance your socks off experience. And I have to admit...I don't want anyone to miss out...