Black mama

It has been quite the year, so how would photographers interpret these turbulent times? Prepare to pore over 200 shortlisted and 100 winning images for this year's Portrait of Britain.

Growing up, Black mothers were omnipotent, omniscient beings who supported me in a broad diversity of ways using their hard-earned resources.

Tiera Oleary on Instagram: "I ALWAYS let off a warning before I rain down all these hands! #blackmomsbelike #cousintiera 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤭"

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A study has found that extended breastfeeding can lead to a higher IQ and income later in life. And given that nursing is one of the earliest and strongest bonds that a mother can establish with her newborn, many women choose to continue even after a few years of giving birth. After all, the skin-to-skin contact can be very reassuring for the toddler and a tangible reminder that they are being nurtured and loved.

Tiera Oleary on Instagram: "I wasn’t gonna do it but.. Y’all keep asking for one.. #blackmomsbelike #cousintiera #imablackmom ❤️💪🏾"