What the Experts Say About Sleeping Separate From Your Spouse
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View ArticleHow Halle Bailey and DDG Revealed Their Son Set an Important Personal Boundary
The couple went against the “norm” and shared their pregnancy when they wanted to and not when the Internet demanded it, and there’s a lot to learn from that, even if you’re not a public figure. The...
View ArticleBlack and Celibate: 4 Women Open Up About Their Journey
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View ArticleEver Wanted to Write for Black Love? Here’s Your Chance!
Before you press send, here are some things you need to know about us to familiarize yourself with the stories we love, and the brand. The post Ever Wanted to Write for Black Love? Here’s Your Chance!...
View Article9 Books by Black Authors for Greater Sex, Love and Intimacy
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View ArticleSober Curious? Here’s How to Make Mindful Drinking a Priority in 2024
Indulging less might not be as hard as you think with these tools and beverage alternatives. The post Sober Curious? Here’s How to Make Mindful Drinking a Priority in 2024 first appeared on Black Love....
View ArticleWhy a Relationship Sabbatical Could Be Just What a Couple Needs
“The premise of this and the emphasis is not on the separation,” says relationship expert Love McPherson. “You are not separating to separate; you are separating to heal.” The post Why a Relationship...
View ArticleHow to Set Healthy Relationship Goals This Year
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View Article‘The Mama’s Den’ Podcast Prioritizes Wellness for Moms at Pilates Event in...
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View ArticleIs It a Relationship Red Flag or Something You Should Really Work On?
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View ArticleTop 5 Times Jay-Z Stood on Business About His Wife Beyoncé
Jay-Z has come to Beyoncé’s defense on several occasions when the world wasn’t seeing her value, attacking her with ugly rumors, or attempting to minimize her accomplishments as a Black woman. Fresh...
View ArticleVictoria Monét and Coco Jones’ Grammy Wins Highlight the Importance of...
Victoria Monét and Coco Jones’ Grammy wins prove that, in spite of the obstacles that are in Black women’s way, we still manage to thrive and succeed. The post Victoria Monét and Coco Jones’ Grammy...
View ArticleBlack Love’s ‘I Love You’ Digital Video Shows the Beauty (and Humor) of...
Black Love asked several people to call someone at random, without any prior planning, and tell them the words we all want to hear: “I love you.” The post Black Love’s ‘I Love You’ Digital Video Shows...
View ArticleBlack Love Founders Co-Host U.S. Senate Candidate Hill Harper’s L.A. Fundraiser
U.S. Senate candidate Hill Harper was joined by his campaign staff, family, friends, and Michigan citizens at a fundraiser co-hosted by “Black Love” creators Tommy Oliver and Codie Elaine Oliver. The...
View ArticleBlack Love Celebrates the Launch of Freevee FAST Channel With Valentine’s Day...
The love-themed event shined a spotlight on Black Love’s original programming that is now available to watch on its FAST channel. The post Black Love Celebrates the Launch of Freevee FAST Channel With...
View ArticleWhat to Expect on Black Love’s Amazon Freevee Channel
In celebration of Black Love’s new Amazon Freevee channel, check out these top moments from the brand’s most-beloved shows. The post What to Expect on Black Love’s Amazon Freevee Channel first appeared...
View ArticleBlack Love Partners With Black Women-Owned Businesses for Black Girl Magic...
Black Love joined Black Girl Magic Wines and Mielle Organics for an uplifting and affirming Black Girl Magic dinner at the Gathering Spot in South Los Angeles. The post Black Love Partners With Black...
View Article“The Mama’s Den” Podcast Jumps From Audio to Video With YouTube Episodes
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View ArticleSterling K. Brown Praises Wife Ryan Michelle Bathe in AAFCA Awards Acceptance...
Sterling K. Brown’s wife, Ryan Michelle Bathe, was overcome with emotion and fought back tears as she shared her joy over his nomination. The post Sterling K. Brown Praises Wife Ryan Michelle Bathe in...
View Article7 Takeaways From Reesa Teesa’s 50-Part TikTok Series “Who TF Did I Marry”
Each part of Reesa Teesa’s jaw-dropping, unbelievable story, “Who TF Did I Marry,” is full of valuable lessons for both women and men in the dating world. The post 7 Takeaways From Reesa Teesa’s...
View ArticleUnveiling the Return of the “The Mama’s Den” Podcast
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View ArticleMelanie Fiona Talks “The Mama’s Den,” Motherhood, and Rediscovering Herself
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View Article“The Mama’s Den:” A Behind-the-Scenes Look at the New Podcast Set
Codie Elaine Oliver, Melanie Fiona, Felicia LaTour, and Ashley Chea were in for a surprise when they arrived on a brand new set to record “The Mama’s Den” podcast. The post “The Mama’s Den:” A...
View ArticleHer Mother Was Diagnosed With Dementia. Now, One Woman is Speaking Out About...
“As Black women, we so easily tend to ‘muscle’ our way through hard times. But it is in those times that we must do our due diligence in tending to our mental health.” The post Her Mother Was Diagnosed...
View ArticleHow to Access Black Love’s Amazon Freevee Channel
Want to know how to get access to all of Black Love’s enriching content on Amazon Freevee? Check out these simple step-by-step instructions. The post How to Access Black Love’s Amazon Freevee Channel...
View ArticleJOOLS TV Creators Justin & Patrice Brim on Turning the Loss of Their Son Into...
Black Love caught up with Justin and Patrice Brim to delve deeper into their journey, unpack their inspirations, and discover what lies ahead for the incredible duo. The post JOOLS TV Creators Justin...
View ArticleSterling K. Brown & Ryan Michelle Bathe’s Top “Black Love” Moments
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View ArticleTichina Arnold, Lena Waithe, Yvonne Orji and More Share Their Best Love...
Tichina Arnold, Lena Waithe and Yvonne Orji stopped by on the Black Women in Hollywood red carpet to dish about all things love. The post Tichina Arnold, Lena Waithe, Yvonne Orji and More Share Their...
View ArticleBeyoncé’s Hair Care Line Cécred Should Remind Us How Important Self-Care Is
Beyoncé’s years-long hair story shows that she may be a musical genius, but at her core, she is just like us. The post Beyoncé’s Hair Care Line Cécred Should Remind Us How Important Self-Care Is first...
View ArticleLynae Vanee on Her New Self-Care Brand VANE: “I Wanted to Reclaim That...
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View ArticleRegina King Says She Learned How to Be “Resilient” While Filming “Shirley”
Regina King tells Black Love exclusively that filming “Shirley” taught her how to be “resilient” and “how much further family could extend.” The post Regina King Says She Learned How to Be “Resilient”...
View Article6 Magical Proposals That Show the Beauty of Love
In celebration of National Proposal Day, check out these fairytale romantic engagements. The post 6 Magical Proposals That Show the Beauty of Love first appeared on Black Love. The post 6 Magical...
View Article4 Takeaways From Black Love’s “Couch Conversations For Two”
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View Article10 Times Tamia & Grant Hill Gave Us Marriage and Friendship Goals
Grant & Tamia prioritize privacy in their relationship, but the couple never hides their feelings for each other as evidenced by their loving participation in the docu-series “Black Love.” The post...
View ArticleHow Tia Williams, Kennedy Ryan, and More Black Romance Authors Shaped My...
Black romance novels, and the authors who write them, showed me the importance of authentic representations of Black love. The post How Tia Williams, Kennedy Ryan, and More Black Romance Authors Shaped...
View Article“Couch Conversations For Two:” A Look at the Card Games and Their Creators
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View ArticleBeyoncé Rides Into Her Country Music Era With “Cowboy Carter”
Beyoncé’s Act II, “Cowboy Carter,” is just as defiant and unapologetic as the last, while also honoring Black southern heritage and history. The post Beyoncé Rides Into Her Country Music Era With...
View ArticleHow to Grieve Women Friendships That No Longer Serve You
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View ArticleWeight Loss Wisdom: Insights From a 100-Pound Transformation Journey
Health coach Cookie Miller unpacks her fitness journey, the popularity of Ozempic and other weight loss drugs, and how to find the right method for you. The post Weight Loss Wisdom: Insights From a...
View Article“The Rest Is History” Social Series Returns With a Focus on Friends
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View ArticleBlack Midwife Kim Durdin Unpacks Black Maternal Health With “The Mama’s Den”...
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View ArticleHow Birth Photographer Carmen Bridgewater Captures the Beauty of the Birthing...
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View ArticleElaine Welteroth Wants to Make Midwifery Available for Every Mom With the...
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View ArticleWhat I Learned From Black Love’s “Couch Conversations For Two”
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View ArticleKhadeen Ellis Opens Up About Choosing Home Birth After “Traumatic” Hospital...
Khadeen Ellis talks to Black Love about her decision to give birth at home after narrowly avoiding a blood transfusion delivering her first son at the hospital. The post Khadeen Ellis Opens Up About...
View ArticleI Went to a Social Wellness Club for the First Time and a Membership Might Be...
As discussions build around the lack of places for adults to connect post-pandemic, social wellness clubs offer just that in an environment that helps you be your best self easy and accessible. The...
View ArticleUnderstanding the 5 Stress Languages: How We Cope With Pressure in Relationships
In romantic relationships, understanding your partner’s stress language can be a key to harmonious communication and a strong bond. The post Understanding the 5 Stress Languages: How We Cope With...
View ArticleEver Wondered the Difference Between Intimacy and Sex? Let’s Break it Down
Although sex can be a form of intimacy, experts believe that the two terms are different and can exist without the other. The post Ever Wondered the Difference Between Intimacy and Sex? Let’s Break it...
View ArticleFrom South Carolina to L.A.: A Story of Brotherhood, Faith, and Success on...
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