BACKtalk by Successful Black Parenting https://successfulblackparenting.com Discussing topics important to the Black family worldwide with host, Janice Robinson-Celeste, publisher of Successful Black Parenting magazine. Mon, 01 Sep 2025 03:39:00 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.2 109325384 Janice Robinson-Celeste Janice Robinson-Celeste info@SuccessfulBlackParenting.com BACKtalk by Successful Black Parenting https://successfulblackparenting.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/1134390-1610946236885-697ac940a9c9f-copy-2.jpg https://successfulblackparenting.com BACKtalk by Successful Black Parenting Discussing topics important to the Black family worldwide with host, Janice Robinson-Celeste, publisher of Successful Black Parenting magazine. false All Rights Reserved What Parents Need to Know About Bulletproof Backpacks, Ballistic Gear, and School Safety Plans https://successfulblackparenting.com/2025/08/31/bulletproof-black-children/ https://successfulblackparenting.com/2025/08/31/bulletproof-black-children/#respond Mon, 01 Sep 2025 03:36:30 +0000 https://successfulblackparenting.com/?p=15848 Young Black girl with braids wearing a backpack, standing in front of a school building, representing school safety and protection for children in 2025.Protecting Black children in 2025 means planning from daycare to college. Learn about bulletproof backpacks, ballistic gear and school safety plans today.Protecting Black children today means planning from daycare to college. Learn about bulletproof backpacks, ballistic gear and school safety plans today.]]> https://successfulblackparenting.com/2025/08/31/bulletproof-black-children/feed/ 0 15848 How to Set Boundaries with Your Teen Without Conflict https://successfulblackparenting.com/2025/08/22/teen-boundaries-conflict/ https://successfulblackparenting.com/2025/08/22/teen-boundaries-conflict/#respond Sat, 23 Aug 2025 01:08:02 +0000 https://successfulblackparenting.com/?p=15814 for an article about How to Set Boundaries with Your Teen Without ConflictHow to set boundaries with your teen without conflict. Learn strategies that foster respect, trust, and independence while keeping family peace strong.]]> https://successfulblackparenting.com/2025/08/22/teen-boundaries-conflict/feed/ 0 15814 How Parents Can Support Kids’ Interested in Accounting Careers https://successfulblackparenting.com/2025/08/07/accounting-careers-for-kids/ https://successfulblackparenting.com/2025/08/07/accounting-careers-for-kids/#respond Thu, 07 Aug 2025 16:39:10 +0000 https://successfulblackparenting.com/?p=15679 A young Black woman with relaxed 4C hair, wearing a red ribbed sweater, works intently on a laptop in a modern office setting, surrounded by organized binders and tech tools for an article about "How Parents Can Support Kids Interested in Accounting Careers."Help your child thrive in accounting! Learn how parents can support kids interested in accounting careers with education, mentorship, scholarships, and resources. ]]> https://successfulblackparenting.com/2025/08/07/accounting-careers-for-kids/feed/ 0 15679 Back-to-School Anxiety in Black Children: How to Break the Cycle of Fear, Racism & Mental Health Struggles https://successfulblackparenting.com/2025/08/04/back-to-school-anxiety/ https://successfulblackparenting.com/2025/08/04/back-to-school-anxiety/#respond Mon, 04 Aug 2025 20:16:22 +0000 https://successfulblackparenting.com/?p=15658 Black girl looking anxious in front of school with backpack — representing back-to-school anxiety in Black children, mental health, and emotional resilience.Ease back-to-school anxiety in Black children with expert tips, cultural insights, and mental health strategies to build confidence and resilience.]]> https://successfulblackparenting.com/2025/08/04/back-to-school-anxiety/feed/ 0 15658 How the Tech Industry Fails Black Boys and How Community Can Lead the Way https://successfulblackparenting.com/2025/08/04/tech-industry-black-boys/ https://successfulblackparenting.com/2025/08/04/tech-industry-black-boys/#respond Mon, 04 Aug 2025 15:47:59 +0000 https://successfulblackparenting.com/?p=15638 Teen Black boy using a laptop, symbolizing how Black communities are breaking the tech-industrial complex through care, trust, and innovation for an article titled, How the Tech Industry Fails Black Boys and How Community Can Lead the Way.Black communities are key to breaking the tech-industrial complex, shifting from selective redemption to care, trust, and community-led innovation in the tech industry.]]> https://successfulblackparenting.com/2025/08/04/tech-industry-black-boys/feed/ 0 15638 Staying Safe on the Internet: A Guide for Kids and Parents in the Digital Age https://successfulblackparenting.com/2025/07/31/staying-safe-on-internet/ https://successfulblackparenting.com/2025/07/31/staying-safe-on-internet/#respond Thu, 31 Jul 2025 21:31:23 +0000 https://successfulblackparenting.com/?p=15618 internet safety for kids, online safety for children, how to protect kids online, family internet safety tips, digital safety for parents, safe internet browsing, kids online protection, protect children from cyberbullying, internet safety rules, esafety for children, teaching kids about internet safety, how to talk to kids about internet safety, parental controls for kids, avoiding scams online, child online safety tools.Help your child stay safe online. Learn key internet safety tips for kids and parents in today’s digital age. Cyberbullying, scams, and more—here’s how to protect them.]]> https://successfulblackparenting.com/2025/07/31/staying-safe-on-internet/feed/ 0 15618 BACK-TO-SCHOOL: Why Smart Tech Is a Lifeline for Black Parents https://successfulblackparenting.com/2025/07/29/smart-tech-black-parents/ https://successfulblackparenting.com/2025/07/29/smart-tech-black-parents/#respond Tue, 29 Jul 2025 22:04:32 +0000 https://successfulblackparenting.com/?p=15583 2bb260dd c477 4398 94e7 b3cd28d1d596 on Successful Black Parenting magazineSmart tech like TickTalk, Xplora, and Fitbit Ace LTE helps Black parents stay connected and protect their children, even when schools ban smartphones.]]> https://successfulblackparenting.com/2025/07/29/smart-tech-black-parents/feed/ 0 15583 TickTalk Watch Unboxing adult 10 Study Habits That Set Kids Up for Long-Term Success https://successfulblackparenting.com/2025/07/26/study-habits-for-success/ https://successfulblackparenting.com/2025/07/26/study-habits-for-success/#respond Sat, 26 Jul 2025 12:50:16 +0000 https://successfulblackparenting.com/?p=15564 Group of five African American college students walking together on campus, smiling and holding books, representing academic success, friendship, and higher education for an article about 10 Study Habits That Set Kids Up for Long-Term Success.Help your child thrive with these 10 proven study habits. Build strong routines, boost confidence, and close learning gaps early for long-term success.]]> https://successfulblackparenting.com/2025/07/26/study-habits-for-success/feed/ 0 15564 How Family Support Influences the Academic Success of Minority Students https://successfulblackparenting.com/2025/07/23/family-support-academic/ https://successfulblackparenting.com/2025/07/23/family-support-academic/#respond Wed, 23 Jul 2025 21:12:48 +0000 https://successfulblackparenting.com/?p=15542 on Successful Black Parenting magazineDiscover how emotional, cultural, and practical family support empowers minority students to overcome barriers and achieve academic success.]]> https://successfulblackparenting.com/2025/07/23/family-support-academic/feed/ 0 15542 Help Your Child Try New Things: How to Introduce Acting, Dance, or Modeling Safely https://successfulblackparenting.com/2025/07/01/child-performing-arts/ https://successfulblackparenting.com/2025/07/01/child-performing-arts/#respond Wed, 02 Jul 2025 01:02:28 +0000 https://successfulblackparenting.com/?p=15292 talented child on Successful Black Parenting magazineLearn how to guide your child into acting, dancing, and modeling in a safe, supportive way while helping them build confidence, skill, and self-expression.]]> https://successfulblackparenting.com/2025/07/01/child-performing-arts/feed/ 0 15292 Why Black Teens Wear Hoodies in the Heat — And What It Really Means https://successfulblackparenting.com/2025/06/30/why-black-teens-wear-hoodies/ https://successfulblackparenting.com/2025/06/30/why-black-teens-wear-hoodies/#respond Mon, 30 Jun 2025 12:33:40 +0000 https://successfulblackparenting.com/?p=15278 Group of Black teen sit in the heat wearing hoodies, for Why Black Teens Wear Hoodies in the Heat — And What It Really MeansEver wonder why Black teens wear hoodies in hot weather? It’s about more than fashion. Explore the cultural meaning, safety, and comfort behind the choice.]]> https://successfulblackparenting.com/2025/06/30/why-black-teens-wear-hoodies/feed/ 0 15278 The Viral Bedtime Chart Black Parents Swear By: Sleep Routines That Actually Work https://successfulblackparenting.com/2025/06/24/black-kids-bedtime-chart/ https://successfulblackparenting.com/2025/06/24/black-kids-bedtime-chart/#respond Tue, 24 Jun 2025 22:29:22 +0000 https://successfulblackparenting.com/?p=15232 Mother kissing her Black child goodnight during a bedtime routine, illustrating a peaceful sleep environment as part of a consistent bedtime chart for kids.The viral bedtime chart helping Black families get sleep back on track. See the research-backed schedule that parents are printing for the fridge.]]> https://successfulblackparenting.com/2025/06/24/black-kids-bedtime-chart/feed/ 0 15232 A Parent’s Guide to Supporting Your Teen’s Mental Health https://successfulblackparenting.com/2025/06/11/teens-mental-health/ https://successfulblackparenting.com/2025/06/11/teens-mental-health/#respond Wed, 11 Jun 2025 19:08:54 +0000 https://successfulblackparenting.com/?p=15124 Teen showing emotion while talking with parent about mental health support for an article titled, "A Parent’s Guide to Supporting Your Teen’s Mental Health."Support your teen's mental health with practical tips, warning signs, expert help, and parenting strategies for creating a safe and emotionally healthy home.]]> https://successfulblackparenting.com/2025/06/11/teens-mental-health/feed/ 0 15124 How to Choose the Right Dentist for Your Child’s Growing Needs https://successfulblackparenting.com/2025/06/03/choose-the-right-dentist/ https://successfulblackparenting.com/2025/06/03/choose-the-right-dentist/#respond Tue, 03 Jun 2025 13:26:06 +0000 https://successfulblackparenting.com/?p=15071 little kid has toothache and mom is choosing a dentist to go toChoosing the right dentist for your child means finding someone who blends expertise, empathy, and prevention-focused care that grows with them from toddler to teen.]]> https://successfulblackparenting.com/2025/06/03/choose-the-right-dentist/feed/ 0 15071 Your 2025 Black Kids’ Summer Reading List https://successfulblackparenting.com/2025/06/02/2025-summer-reading-list/ https://successfulblackparenting.com/2025/06/02/2025-summer-reading-list/#respond Mon, 02 Jun 2025 23:50:45 +0000 https://successfulblackparenting.com/?p=15006 A vibrant and joyful image titled '2025 Black Kids' Summer Reading List'. It features a group of young Black children happily reading books outdoors on a sunny summer day. They are sitting on a colorful blanket in a park-like setting with lush green grass and trees. A banner or overlay displays the text '2025 Black Kids' Summer Reading List' in a friendly font. The overall mood is bright, engaging, and emphasizes the fun of summer reading.2025 Black Kids Summer Reading List features brand-new releases by Black authors. Curated titles for preschoolers, school-age, and teens to inspire readers.]]> https://successfulblackparenting.com/2025/06/02/2025-summer-reading-list/feed/ 0 15006 7 Smart Tips for Traveling with Kids This Summer (Without Losing Your Mind) https://successfulblackparenting.com/2025/05/30/traveling-with-kids-this-summer/ https://successfulblackparenting.com/2025/05/30/traveling-with-kids-this-summer/#respond Fri, 30 May 2025 19:33:24 +0000 https://successfulblackparenting.com/?p=14971 A family of four sits in folding lawn chairs outside a camper van; a young Black boy, a Black teenage girl, a father playing guitar, and a Black mother smiling and singing along.Discover 7 smart tips for traveling with kids this summer—pack purposefully, create travel activity kits, choose family-friendly stays, and stay flexible.]]> https://successfulblackparenting.com/2025/05/30/traveling-with-kids-this-summer/feed/ 0 14971 Helping Your Teen Navigate the Road: Insights for Black Parents https://successfulblackparenting.com/2025/05/14/helping-your-teen-navigate-the-road-insights-for-black-parents/ https://successfulblackparenting.com/2025/05/14/helping-your-teen-navigate-the-road-insights-for-black-parents/#respond Wed, 14 May 2025 05:54:00 +0000 https://successfulblackparenting.com/?p=14818 Depositphotos 125182630 XL scaled on Successful Black Parenting magazineRemember the first time you sat behind the wheel? The thrill, the anticipation, the tremendous responsibility – it’s a significant milestone for every teenager. As a parent, it can be a roller coaster of emotions to guide your child through this key milestone. This article aims to serve as your roadmap, offering practical strategies to […]]]> https://successfulblackparenting.com/2025/05/14/helping-your-teen-navigate-the-road-insights-for-black-parents/feed/ 0 14818 A Parent’s Guide to Understanding the Latest Teen Clothing Trends and Styles https://successfulblackparenting.com/2025/04/14/teen-clothing-trends/ https://successfulblackparenting.com/2025/04/14/teen-clothing-trends/#respond Mon, 14 Apr 2025 18:36:42 +0000 https://successfulblackparenting.com/?p=14591 A fashionable African American male teen sitting on a skateboard for an article about A Parent’s Guide to Understanding the Latest Teen Clothing Trends and StylesExplore teen clothing trends and styles for 2025 and learn how to connect with your child through style, identity, and self-expression. ]]> https://successfulblackparenting.com/2025/04/14/teen-clothing-trends/feed/ 0 14591 The Magic Behind Disney Dreamers Academy: Why Your Teen Should Apply for 2026 https://successfulblackparenting.com/2025/03/31/disney-dreamers-academy/ https://successfulblackparenting.com/2025/03/31/disney-dreamers-academy/#respond Mon, 31 Mar 2025 15:00:00 +0000 https://successfulblackparenting.com/?p=14469 Students from the Houston, Texas area are all smiles on the first day of the Disney Dreamers Academy 2025 at Walt Disney World Resort. These students are among the 100 Disney Dreamers who participated in a festive parade at Magic Kingdom Park on March 27, 2025. (Mark Ashman, photographer)Discover why Disney Dreamers Academy is a must for your teen. Learn how this life-changing experience helps Black youth dream big and prepare for success.]]> https://successfulblackparenting.com/2025/03/31/disney-dreamers-academy/feed/ 0 14469 ️BACKtalk | The Magic Behind Disney Dreamers Academy: Real Stories, Real Dreams nonadult Raising Bilingual Children: Why It Will be a Superpower for Your Kids.  https://successfulblackparenting.com/2025/03/25/raising-bilingual-children/ https://successfulblackparenting.com/2025/03/25/raising-bilingual-children/#respond Tue, 25 Mar 2025 21:28:30 +0000 https://successfulblackparenting.com/?p=14430 Explore the advantages for bilingual Black children and how programs like TruFluency Kids Spanish can unlock global learning, connection, and career opportunities.Explore the advantages for bilingual Black children and how programs like TruFluency Kids Spanish can unlock global learning, connection, and career opportunities.]]> https://successfulblackparenting.com/2025/03/25/raising-bilingual-children/feed/ 0 14430