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 The proud parents, Sean and Pastaveia. Photo by  Tore Kelly . Hair by  Camille Jenae .

The proud parents, Sean and Pastaveia. Photo by Tore Kelly. Hair by Camille Jenae.

Episode 59 - Can Black Parents Be Minimalists?

October 15, 2017 by Malaika Dower

I sit down and have a loooong chat with my new friends Pastaveia and Sean from EcoConsciousLifestyle! They're expecting their first baby and plan to maintain their minimalist lifestyle. I had questions! They are also interested in respectful parenting. I had answers! We also got in to a much needed discussion about how both of these life choices have a distinct impact on us as black parents. Stay tuned to the end where I regale them with my positive birth story in an effort to take the fear out of the big day.

Show notes:

  • Pastaveia and Sean are part of the Black Minimalist movement. 
  • Sean's into this book and Pastaveia is into this book.
  • Throughout her plant-based pregnancy Pastevia relied on books and YouTube channels like Mama Glow: A Hip Guide to Your Fabulous Abundant Pregnancy Book by Latham Thomas and also found recipes from Jenne Clairborne's Sweet Potato Soul.
  • I go on a rant about why it's especially important for parents of black children NOT to use tough love as a way of preparing them for the "real world." This video explains why that tactic is harmful to all kids.
  • Speaking for raising preparing our children for the future. Pastaveia mentioned Brandi Sellerz-Jackson's inspirational blog post about raising carefree black kids.

 

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October 15, 2017 /Malaika Dower
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