This Black History Month, we can honor Black women and mothers, while raising awareness for breast health. Breast cancer affects women of ...

This Black History Month, we can honor Black women and mothers, while raising awareness for breast health.

Breast cancer affects women of all backgrounds, but studies show that Black women are often diagnosed at later stages and face higher mortality rates.

Note: This post is written on behalf of National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF). Views expressed are always 100% my own.

That’s why organizations like the National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF) are so vital—they provide education, resources, and support programs to empower women to take charge of their health.

Why Moms Should Prioritize Breast Health

Moms juggle countless responsibilities every day, but their health matters too. Scheduling regular screenings, performing monthly self-checks, and staying informed about risk factors can make a life-saving difference.

NBCF offers easy-to-access resources, including:

• Breast cancer education guides tailored to different age groups
• Free mammogram programs for eligible women (low-income/uninsured/underinsured)
• Patient Navigator Program & Support networks to help navigate diagnosis and treatment

Ways to Get Involved for Black History Month

As we honor the achievements and resilience of Black communities during Black History Month, it’s also an important time to focus on health—especially the well-being of Black women and mothers.

• Share Awareness: Post about breast cancer education and resources on social media to empower other moms in your community.
• Host a Family Health Day: Teach daughters, nieces and other female family members the importance of self-checks and healthy habits early.
• Support NBCF: Donate, volunteer, or participate in virtual events that raise funds and awareness for early detection.

By combining Black History Month reflection with breast cancer awareness, we celebrate not only the incredible contributions of Black women throughout history, but also honor their ongoing health journeys.

Learn more, visit - www.nationalbreastcancer.org

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As a mom, I’ve learned that traditional wellness advice doesn’t always fit real life. By the end of January, the new-year motivation starts ...

As a mom, I’ve learned that traditional wellness advice doesn’t always fit real life. By the end of January, the new-year motivation starts to wear off.

The routines I swore I’d stick to get interrupted by kids, snow days, schedules getting busy again, and the mental pressure to “do it all” feels heavier than ever.

So this year, instead of giving up on my wellness goals, I’m redefining what wellness for moms actually looks like—this first month and into the year.

Letting Go of the All-or-Nothing Wellness Mindset

At the start of the year, wellness often looks very aspirational. Early workouts. Perfect meal plans. Daily journaling. Eight hours of sleep. You know the list.

But motherhood doesn’t move in straight lines. And by the end of January, I’ve learned that doing some of the things imperfectly is far healthier than trying to do all of them perfectly.

Redefining wellness for me means embracing flexibility:

• A short walk or 10-minute stretch, instead of a full workout
• Simple meals instead of elaborate meal prep (Leftovers and frozen meals are OK!)
• Choosing rest when my body is clearly asking for it, or when energy is low

These small choices still support the ideas—and they actually last.

Creating Realistic Wellness Routines for Mom Life

For a long time, I thought wellness had to be something extra I added to my already full schedule. But that mindset made it feel like another chore—overwhelming instead of supportive.

Now, I’m asking a different question: How can wellness support my life as a mom right now?

Now I focus on realistic wellness routines and habits that fit into daily life:

• Drinking more water (even if it’s not eight glasses)
• Taking a few deep breaths before school pickup
• Going to bed earlier instead of scrolling
• Setting boundaries without guilt. Polite NO without over-explaining
• Asking for help instead of pushing through

These aren’t Instagram-worthy habits, but they make my days feel lighter—and that counts.

Somewhere along the way, wellness became tied to productivity. But after the first month of the year, I’m learning that being healthy doesn’t mean constantly improving or achieving.

I’m realizing wellness is about care.

Prioritizing Mental Health for Moms

Physical health often gets the spotlight, but by the end of January, mental wellness feels just as important—if not more.

January tends to encourage pushing harder: new goals, new routines, new discipline. But motherhood often require the opposite.

I’m learning to notice when I’m exhausted instead of powering through it. When I’m overstimulated instead of snapping. When I need space instead of forcing connection.

Redefining wellness means trusting those signals.

For me, that means:

• Limiting comparison on social media
• Practicing kinder self-talk
• Allowing emotions without immediately trying to “fix” them
• Accepting that motivation comes and goes

Motherhood carries so much invisible weight. Caring for our minds is essential.

What I’m Carrying Into the Rest of the Year

As January ends, I’m not abandoning my wellness goals—I’m softening them.

I’m choosing:

• Consistency over perfection
• Compassion over pressure
• Sustainable habits over extreme routines

Wellness doesn’t have to be dramatic or visible to others. Sometimes it’s simply learning how to care for yourself in ways that actually work for your lifestyle.

If you’re a mom feeling behind on goals, burnt out already in January, or disconnected from the version of yourself you hoped to be this year—know this: you’re not failing at wellness.

You can redefine your own wellness. And that might be the healthiest thing you can do this first month of the year and beyond.