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Mamatoto Village . 2020. A black mammas guide to living and thriving . Washington, DC: Mamatoto Villege, Inc., 28 pp.

Annotation: This guide provides comprehensive wellness support for Black mothers. It addresses mental health, self-care, pleasure, birth empowerment, nutrition, financial wellness, and sisterhood through an affirming cultural lens. The document emphasizes self-love as revolutionary for Black women and offers practical advice including meditation techniques, boundary-setting strategies, and self-care practices. It features resources such as book recommendations, podcasts, and social media accounts focused on holistic wellness. The guide also explores reclaiming Black birth traditions and the importance of pleasure as liberation.

Keywords: Blacks, Maternal health, Mothers, Patient education materials, Self care, Wellness

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