Elisha Beach
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8 History-Making Black Moms Whose Amazing Stories Everyone Should Know
The stories of these Black moms who made history are heartbreaking, inspiring, and a testament to their strength and sacrifice. → Read More
The U.K. Suggests Ditching BMI To Measure Health — The U.S. Should Take Notes
BMI is a number widely used to determine a healthy weight range. But as it turns out, BMI may not be the best way to measure how healthy a person is. → Read More
Hey Parents: Teachers Aren’t The Bad Guys, But You Might Be
We are nearing a year of virtual learning. And as parent frustration mounts in this pandemic, teachers are being bullied, and that is just unacceptable. → Read More
We Know Moms Are Facing An Unfair Burden–– Maybe Your Relationship Is The Problem
The huge burden moms are bearing is lack of equity in shared domestic work. And it seems to point to a relationship problem in opposite sex couples. → Read More
Ten Of Our Favorite Fiction Reads Written By Black Women
With February being Black History Month, there is no better time to start diversifying your bookshelf with fiction books by Black women. → Read More
No One Champions A Black Woman Like Another Black Woman
Black women are fully aware that we are maneuvering in a predominately white, male world. → Read More
If Nature Play Is Vital, It Needs To Be Safe For Black Kids Too
Outdoor play in nature is vital to a child’s development. And if nature play is vital to kids, we need to work on making it safer for black kids. → Read More
The Girls Of ‘Bridgerton’ Are Clueless About Sex––Many Of Our Daughters Are Too
As mother to a young girl, I couldn’t help but notice all of the moments in "Bridgerton" that pointed out the importance of sex education for our daughters. → Read More
My Husband And I Grope Each Other In Front Of Our Kids, And Here’s Why
My husband and I grope each other constantly throughout the day. And I don’t see any reason to hide this from our kids. Here's why... → Read More
Kwanzaa Is Not ‘Black Christmas’—Here’s What It Actually Is (And How We Celebrate)
There are holidays from different cultures and ethnicities to learn about. This holiday season is the perfect time to talk to your kids about Kwanzaa. → Read More
Yes, Kids Need A COVID-19 Vaccine Too
Yes, kids need a COVID vaccine too — for the sake of everyone. → Read More
I Want Gold Stars For All The Things I Do For My Family
Sometimes as a parent and I think especially for moms, you can begin to feel that all the things that you do for your family go unseen and underappreciat... → Read More
The Things Motherhood Forced Me To Give Up On
It’s pretty common knowledge that having children is a huge adjustment both physically and emotionally. Once I decided to start having kids,... → Read More
Breastfeeding Is Hard AF
Nobody really warns you. → Read More
Let’s Be Honest… None Of Us Are Perfect
Social media has long been the place where people post about the picture-perfect lives they wished they had from spotless houses to perfectly planned day... → Read More
Why 'Mom Brain' Should Be Considered A Medical Condition
I really feel like I'm losing my mind, and I don’t see an end in sight. → Read More
Elisha Wilson Beach
Elisha is a stay-at-home mom to 3 kids and 4 step-kids. Yes, you read that right... 7 kids. She’s got opinions about everything, completely overshares and drove the internet into a frenzy with a picture of her breastfeeding on the toilet. She loves to cook, is terrible at doing dishes and avoids laundry at all costs. You can read her blog on her website mylifeisabeach.com, follow @mylifeisabeach… → Read More
My 'Dear John' Letter To High Heels
Dear High Heels, We need to have “the talk.” It has come to a point in our relationship where we have outgrown each other. It is mostly my fault. I... → Read More
I Drove The Internet Into A Frenzy Telling The Truth About Motherhood
You think you know what motherhood is, but you have no idea until you are in the trenches and it is too late to turn back. It consumes you with love, fru... → Read More