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I passionately encourage and support mothers through the ebbs and flows of motherhood, womanhood, and life by building their confidence, providing resources, and dealing hope and inspiration. Here you can let your hair and guard down, so please grab a cuppa whatever and settle in.

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I'm Starlita

I’m a proud Afro-Filipina, wife, and homeschooling mama. You can think of me as your Mama Bestie from Baltimore, tea enthusiast, and lover of all things music, food, and travel! I passionately encourage and support mothers through the highs and lows of motherhood, womanhood, and life by building their confidence, providing resources, and dealing hope and inspiration. If you’re looking to flourish as a mom, you’re in the right place!

Let’s get serious about

black maternal health

Did you know that 1 in 25 moms develop preeclampsia—a common and severe high blood pressure disorder—during pregnancy and the postpartum period?

For Black moms, the rate is 60% higher than for white moms, and we are more likely to have severe cases, including complications like death. Currently, there is no cure for preeclampsia—but that could one day change!

As a Postpartum Preeclampsia Survivor and Black Maternal Health Advocate, I’ve learned the importance of being an instrument of change. You can also be a change agent by sharing your preeclampsia story or supporting the efforts of others who are seeking to improve outcomes through research, policy, and support of affected mothers and families.

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I love passing down babywearing hacks and homeschooling tips—so much so that I came a Certified Babywearing Consultant and Homeschool Coach!

let’s learn

There’s something about mamas coming together that gets me excited! I hope you can join us for a workshop or event. You might just leave feeling empowered—or even a with new bestie!

MAMA Love

Thank you for showing love!

Navigating the best way to feed a baby is NOT easy. It’s filled with external pressure, internal guilt, and SO MUCH PAIN. Four days after [my baby] was born, we [...] decided to go out for a coffee just to try to take a breath. We [...] sat down to pretty much break down in tears about what to do. We sat outside next to a woman with the [Team Fed Motley] bag [...]. I couldn’t believe it—like an angel [was] placed in my life. [The woman, an IBCLC] was at my house two days later, helping me navigate what to do. [...] The bag has a truly special place in my heart, so thank you for creating it!! [...] You are inspiring and helping many people with it!

My Mama Connect tote bag was hanging from my chair in a coffee shop while I was charting and caught the eye of a couple who had their newborn baby in tow and were trying to navigate the overwhelm of early lactation days. They inquired about the list of Lactation terms that was on my bag. I told them I was a Lactation Consultant and we booked a visit then and there. That meeting turned into a wonderful clinical relationship!!

You are such an inspiration, Sis, as I begin this journey, getting a glimpse into yours has mad me feel like “I can do this.” I am excited, encouraged and empowered to trust God as we start our homeschool journey! Thank you for sharing on this platform!

I had the privilege of learning from Starlita on all things babywearing and I got that and so much more. She is so knowledgeable in helping you get the best comfort fit for you and your baby. She was very patient with me as I was completely clueless on how to use a Ring Sling and while my 9-week-old cried and cried during our session. We worked through it and I can wear my Ring Sling like a pro now! Not only did I get amazing tips on how to properly use my baby carriers, but I also got sweet encouragement from a fellow mama. She is unbelievably kind and her passion to help mamas just breathes out of her. I am so grateful for the opportunity to have met with her. Thank you Starlita for all you’re doing!

I love having a mug and bag that represents so many way of feeding babies human milk. It makes me proud to be a Lactation Consultant and is a wonderful way to strike up conversations with strangers…and often hear about their lactation journey!

Starlita patiently and throughly answered a ton of my homeschool questions. She provided me with resources and websites that gave me the courage to begin my homeschool journey. Most importantly, she encouraged me take the pressure off of myself and my daughter. We went into our homeschool journey excited and anticipating amazing outcomes!

I have been babywearing for 8 years and always wanted to wear my babies in a ring sling but was never confident enough to do it. Thankfully, I found Starlita! I met her at the monthly babywearing meetup and she showed me the ins and outs of babywearing in a ring sling. That night I purchased a sling and have been using it ever since. I am so thankful for her help!