Hi there. Just wanted to introduce myself and then ask a question. I'm a stay at home mom of a wonderful, active toddler. DH and I are white. My daughter, whom we adopted at birth, is biracial... black and white. We live in NM, and only 3% of our local population is black. I take DD to many community activities... story time at the library, swimming lessons, a play group with friends, etc., and the people we meet are diverse (Hispanic, Native American, etc.) but DD is usually the only black or biracial (with African American) person there. I really want her to have opportunities to be involved in the local African American community as she grows up. She's only a year and a half now, but I've begun to look online for opportunities for us to get out and meet people. I haven't had much luck. Does anyone know of public events in and around the Albuquerque, NM area which might celebrate her heritage and be an opportunity to get more involved in the local African American community? Especially family or kid friendly events where she would be welcome, now or in the next few years?

Hey there my husband, son and I are moving to tucson in january.
My husband works. Gabriel Azul and I are well travelled people looking for creative diverse souls to hang out with at the park.
I am not a mocha mom but I was wondering if you knew if all shades can join?

Hello everyone,

I live in South Florida with my 2 year old and 4 year old and am fortunate to have my husband's family living in the same zip code (occasional Sunday soul food home cooking, last minute baby sitting, :) etc.) However, I do realize that it will not always be like this as we are likely to relocate in a few years for career opportunity, etc. Is there a need for a parenting networking group for working parents or is everyone basically too busy to care? My understanding is that the Mocha Mom organization is for stay-at-home moms. Is there something out here for working parents (not just single parents because my husband is pretty involved with our kids as well)? I have been trying to reach out to different African American parents online but with not much success. Just curious to know. My email is Joan@HBCUkidz.com.

Sharon, I recently found out there is a Mocha Moms chapter just getting started in Tucson. Hallelujah! There's supposed to be an activity on Friday 11/10 at Reid Park with them...I'll try to get the information to you if you're interested!

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Hi, I've been living in Tucson AZ for 7 years and I don't know of any black playgroups either; my children are 7, 6 and almost 5; we are often the only black people at library storytime, at the park, at the play area in the mall, ect.

Hi Stacy,

Unfortunately I don't live in Tuscon, AZ. I live in Dallas, TX. You may need to start your own mommy group with many different women of color since you live in area that does not have a large black population.

Hi, I'm new to this site, and I'm wondering if anyone knows of any Black playgroups in the Tucson AZ area. I've been here 10 years, and know only one other black woman...we just aren't a big presence here! The only playgroup I know of is Mocha Moms, and they're in Phoenix, over 100 miles away! I love my daughter, but I don't have the money to spend on gas to go up there!

Thank you. I don't mind you sending my question to another group. I am taking your advice and I will be attending my first Mocha Moms meeting this Wednesday. I can't wait. Also, I am thinking about taking up some freelance writing as a creative outlet to express myself. Does Mommy Too accept articles from SAHM's?

this group is not very active, with your permission, i'll send your question to another group to solict additional advice.
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That's a very good question & I'm not sure I have the answer. I
did loose myself for about two yrs. If it didn't concern my
daughter I didn't do it.
Do you have family close or any additional support system? My
advice do something for yourself, NOT including you kids at
least once monthly. If it's nothing but getting your hair done.
Just something you enjoy. Maybe lunch with friends once a
month or something. i know a lot of places have special
activities just for SAHM's. Develop a network of other mothers
you trust. Playdates are GREAT.
What type of things do you enjoy? What other than your kids,
make you happy?
TeChundra

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I just found this website. I have a 3 year old son and a 4
month old daughter. I stay home with my kids and I am trying to
figure out how to be a good mommy and not lose my identity as
well. Any suggestions?
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That's a very good question & I'm not sure I have the answer. I did loose myself for about two yrs. If it didn't concern my daughter I didn't do it.
  Do you have family close or any additional support system? My advice do something for yourself, NOT including you kids at least once monthly. If it's nothing but getting your hair done. Just something you enjoy. Maybe lunch with friends once a month or something. i know a lot of places have special activities just for SAHM's. Develop a network of other mothers you trust. Playdates are GREAT.
  What type of things do you enjoy? What other than your kids, make you happy?
  TeChundra
  
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Hello,

I just found this website. I have a 3 year old son and a 4
month old daughter. I stay home with my kids and I am trying to
figure out how to be a good mommy and not lose my identity as
well. Any suggestions?
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Hello,

I just found this website. I have a 3 year old son and a 4 month old daughter. I stay home with my kids and I am trying to figure out how to be a good mommy and not lose my identity as well. Any suggestions?

Hello! I just found this website searching around. I have 4 girls ages 6.3.3.16 months

Its not bad having 3 kids. I just have to be organized and have activities planned or they will make me pull my hair out.

Hi I am a mother of a 5 month old son 10 yo son and a 9yo ss in my home and 1 other 8yo ss that lives with his mom.