Pregnancy is a special time in a woman’s life filled with excitement and beautiful changes, but it can also bring challenges—especially when dealing with toxic family members. Navigating these dynamics can feel overwhelming, but maintaining your peace and well-being is essential for both you and your little one. Here are real life examples coupled with strategies and tips for how I manage interacting with narcissistic family members during pregnancy while protecting your emotional health. Disclaimer: All names and identifying details have been changed.

As I embark on this journey of motherhood, I am reflecting deeply on the kind of environment I want to create for my child. One realization that stands out to me is that a person’s relation to my child doesn’t automatically guarantee them a relationship with my child. This might sound harsh, but it’s a crucial part of breaking the generational curses that have lingered in many black households for far too long.

Negative naysaying narcissist can often dampen your excitement and attempt to cloud your judgement when it comes to following your God-given purpose. But, you can’t allow them to. In this article, let’s explore strategies to shield your dreams from the influences of doubters, unsupportive bystanders, divisive spirits, master manipulators, and insecure narcissists—ensuring that your path to success remains clear and unshakable.

Welcome to "Quotes to Note," a captivating blog series created by Ashley McCall. Let’s unpack the silent struggles of the Millennial child. Dive into my latest blog post dissecting the impact of controlling parents on mental health. Gain insights, find solace, and embark on a journey of healing and understanding.

I'm all about growing my relationship with God through prayer journaling and traditional journaling. I believe that communicating with God is key to personal growth, and I love to share my journey with others. Captivated by the love of Jesus Christ, I'm on a mission to spread positivity and inspire others to deepen their faith too!

Setting up your prayer journal is simple yet profound. Find a quiet space, grab a notebook, and start writing. Date each entry, pour out your heart to God, and watch as your faith journey unfolds on the pages before you.

I'm the type of person that can't stand being given a how-to recipe and there's a million and one steps on how to do the recipe successfully! I'm going to go out on a limb here and say that you're the same way. Luckily for you, today I'm going to give you the recipe to completely changing your life in just ONE WEEK in five simple steps. Sounds easy enough, right?! Let's dive into it.

The city of New Orleans is a vivacious and cultural melting pot full of music, great food, and ambiance! Staying in a luxury hotel on one of the most popular streets downtown made the vacation that much more special. I could definitely pick up on why people speak so highly of the Ritz the moment I drove onto the property. You feel the spirit of New Orleans no matter where you found yourself in the hotel. From the valet, to room-service, to concierge-- everyone was so kind and professional! So, if you’re considering booking a trip to the Big Easy, but you're doing your due diligence first, this detailed review is definitely the one for you!

Usually when a girl screams "RED FLAG", they are referring to someone they are dating. But did you know it is a great idea to look for red flags in ALL of your relationships--especially your friendships? We all love a good and genuine friend that reciprocates and pours out just as much love as we pour out to them! But have you ever encountered that friend that is good friend material one day and somehow the friendship seems so skeptical the next day? Sometimes we miss the tinier subliminal red flags. Lucky for you, I am here to pass along three red flags to help you identify if you have a fake and phony friend on your hands!

The first steps to letting go of a toxic family member and moving into your path of healing looks different for everyone depending on your unique situation. Once you’ve had that “aha” or epiphany moment where you can see this family member(s) behavior for what it is, you can embark on the healing journey. You may still struggle with your feelings about them or have some areas that you are trying to process as you heal, and that’s okay.