This space exists because families of color often have to navigate systems that were not designed with us in mind; healthcare, education, social services, emergency support, and beyond. The resources shared here are intentionally curated through a lens that centers: - Lived experience - Cultural awareness - Evidence-based information - An understanding of systemic barriers and disparities How this category works - Posts here are admin-curated to keep information accurate, relevant, and responsible - Resources may include tools, organizations, planning guides, and advocacy information - Not every resource will apply to every family and systems vary by location, policy, and circumstance A note on limitations This space is meant to support planning, awareness, and navigation, while not replacing professional, legal, or medical advice. We aim to help you ask better questions, prepare more confidently, and understand your options. How to request a resource If you're looking for something specific: - Comment on an existing post, or - Make a post in General Discussion describing what issue or system you’re navigating, your location (if relevant), and what kind of support you are seeking. Requests are welcome, and gaps help guide what gets added next.

This community is designed to support families of color at all stages; without pressure to perform, overshare, or have everything figured out. Here's how to get the most out of this space: 1️⃣ Start where you are You don't need to read everything or post immediately. Some members observe first. Others jump in. Both are welcome. 2️⃣ Use the community for issues real to you This is a place to ask questions and share experiences related to: - Pregnancy, birth, and postpartum - Parenting across childhood and adolescence - Planning, transitions, and decision-making - Navigating systems that weren't built with our families in mind 3️⃣ Respect lived experience Families of color navigate healthcare, education, and institutions differently. We center: - Cultural awareness - Lived experience - Evidence-based guidance 4️⃣ Share at your comfort level You decide what and how much you share. Listening and learning are forms of participation, too. 5️⃣ Ask for what you need If you're stuck, preparing for a transition, or feeling unsure, post about it. Clear questions help the community support you better. A simple way to engage 👇 If you haven't yet, introduce yourself by sharing: - Your current stage of family life - One area where support would be helpful right now This space exists to offer context, clarity, and community. I'm glad you're here.

Welcome, and thank you for being a founding member!! ❤️This community exists for parents, expecting parents, and families of color navigating pregnancy, parenting, and everyday life within systems that weren't designed with us in mind. Many of the pressures we carry don't come from parenting itself; they come from having to make important decisions while tired, stressed, or navigating systems that don't fully see, support, or protect our families. This space is here to help you slow things down, make sense of the noise, and plan with clarity, using both evidence-based guidance and lived, cultural experience. What we focus on here: - Pregnancy, birth, and postpartum through a culturally informed lens - Parenting across stages, from early childhood to young adulthood - Navigating institutions, policies, and expectations that impact our families - Practical planning, advocacy, and realistic support A note on participation: You do not need to post right away. Observing, reading, and reflecting are welcome here. Participation looks different for everyone. When you're ready, start here 👇 Reply with one sentence: - What stage of family life are you in right now? - What system, transition, or challenge are you currently navigating? I’m happy you're here. This is a space for support, context, and community and I look forward to engaging with you when you're ready.