Mary J. Blige’s comments about not having kids sparked a social media firestorm, highlighting the pressure women face to have children and the importance of celebrating aunts and uncles who choose to be childfree.
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Preserved By Purpose: Who You Calling Auntie?
African American women in media and entertainment, such as Oprah, Ava Duvernay, and Gayle King, have expressed their discomfort with being called “auntie” due to its association with old age and the stereotype of the mammy, while others view it as an honorable title of respect and connection.
