08.09.07

The most wonderful thing about being pregnant is entering the sisterhood of moms. It is a time to connect with your mom, grandmother, sister, aunt, and girlfriends about the beauty of carrying a child. However, along with the beauty, come questions, and this is when we rely on each other the most. Kimberly Seals Allers, an award-winning journalist, world-traveler, and mother of two, created The Mocha Manual to a Fabulous Pregnancy to "help black women successfully navigate maternity and beyond" and bring together the sisterhood of moms.

I remember when my husband and I decided to start a family,
I wanted that family to being immediately!  Twelve months before
I even conceived my first son, I bought What to Expect When You're Expecting, and read the whole thing. Then, when I actually was pregnant, I re-read each chapter month-by-month, checking to see if the changes occurring in my body were "normal". As Kimberly points out on her website, "Black women have unique issues that make balancing our careers, health, sense of style, stressful lives, and financial concerns even more challenging. 
The Mocha Manual is the black's woman's "everything" guide to pregnancy."  This is a must-have for black woman seeking answers to their concerns that may not found in other pregnancy books.

The Mocha Manual isn't the only thing you'll find on her website, but also a stylish selection of clothes for both mom and baby, as well as custom-made shower invitations and gift baskets. Make sure to check out the fabulous "This Is Why I'm Hot" maternity tee. I am sure we can all think of someone who would wear that with attitude!  Also take note of the adorable "monsies" available in pink, blue, white, and yellow. 

No matter what race, religion, or political affiliation we have, we are all women, and our path to creating life is the same. So in this time of excitement and query, look to those women, like Kimberly Seals Allers, to help answer your questions.