Two powerhouse women, who also happen to be moms, have teamed up to create a platform for mothers and soon-to-be mothers of color. Sugaberry is a new lifestyle brand cofounded by award-winning business executive Thai Randolph and actress and producer Tika Sumpter.
The mission of the newly launched community is to “serve as a daily love letter to Black moms all over the world” by celebrating all aspects of Black motherhood through year-round events, newsletters, podcasts and product recommendations.
While Black celebrities including Serena Williams and Beyoncé have opened up about the difficulties they faced during their pregnancies, spaces catered to women of color are few and far between. This is despite data showing Black mothers are the most at-risk demographic for pregnancy and birth complications.
“When I was pregnant with my daughter, I found myself searching for a community that looked like me and was talking about all things motherhood,” says Sumpter. “Black women don’t usually get to delight in mommyhood, which is why I wanted to build a safe and sweet destination for modern moms of color, regardless of what stage they are in.”