…What feels different this time Recent events in the US and over here in the UK have led to one good thing. That there have been more white readers, more well-intentioned white friends, more parents, more strangers, more people than I have ever experienced on social media- asking about how they can become more engaged …
If you’re looking for a holiday read or you’re in the market to update your book collection with some real-life mixed race experiences, try this one out! This memoir, Breaking the Ocean, was written by my sister, Annahid Dashtgard about our family’s and in turn, her experience, growing up mixed race and migrating from Iran …
Dads want to read to their kids too and how many books are about a Mommy and daughter, or a Mommy and her love for her kids? We don’t have to convince you about the importance of reading to your kids or that representation matters. And there are lots of books that feature black or brown …
My First Experience with Mix-d Biracial Hair Products I recently became aware of a new (well, as far as I’m concerned, new) mixed race biracial hair product line which is probably not getting as much market as it deserves. Homegrown in Manchester, England by a mixed race Dad and biracial advocate in so many ways, …
Learning to love their curly hair is an ongoing battle for both mixed race girls and boys alike. And while parents may think that biracial boys are immune to the pressures of appearance and beauty, with the lack of images and representation that reflect who they are, they eventually do become affected by it. The …
