We are Like our Mothers; Our Children are Like Us

Whew! We spent all of May talking with our Mama's and it was amazing to hear not only what raising our Mama's Den mamas was like, but how they feel about how they are raising their little ones! If you missed it, we'll give you some links below. Today, our mamas reflect on what it was like hearing from their moms. What surprised them the most? What made them feel validated in their motherhood journey? PLUS what did our mamas hear that has them looking at their children a lil differently?<br /> What was your favorite part of our Grandmama's Den series? Let us know over at podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can Fill out our form and you can always submit a DM over at  @themamasdenpodcast  Missed the Grandmama's Den? Click through to find the episodes!Codie's Mama Renee Melanie's Mama Donna Ashley's Mama Laura Felicia's Mama Laurie ========Make sure you're connecting with our Mamas!Ashley - @watermeloneggrollsCodie - @codiecoFelicia - @felicialatourMelanie - @melaniefiona========On Saturday, June 10th, 2023 Black Love is celebrating Fatherhood with our inaugural 🎉Fatherhood Block Party🎉  from 10am-3pm  at Leimert Park Plaza, CA! This event is FREE and open to the public and will include activities for the whole family from 🎈balloon art to 🎨face painting, 🔥great food, and a variety of experiences to create lasting memories with your loved ones!We will also be celebrating the third installment of Black Love's Father Noir series with on-site portrait photography and exhibition by Black Love Founder Tommy Oliver. Father Noir is a visual memoir celebrating Black Fatherhood. Black Love understands how important visibility is to impacting the narrative, and we’re committed to highlighting sweet moments between some of our favorite fathers and their kids.So grab everyone you know and come through to the 🖤Black Love Fatherhood Block Party!🖤 See you there Saturday, June 10th!BLACK LOVE, INC. is the prem