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In her own words

Tamika is a born storyteller. As she says about her cancer advocacy work, for instance, “I help others by doing what I do best… talking!” See what is on her mind right now.

Tamika Felder and her husband, Rocky, enjoying a beach day in Puerto Rico with their two-year-old son, Chayton. Rocky is holding Chayton, and the family is dressed in beach attire, standing in front of a scenic backdrop with sand and ocean waves under a bright blue sky.

Finding myself at the beach

I finally got my much-needed beach vacation, which was wonderfully recharging and unexpectedly profound.

Tamika Felder, global cancer advocate and motivational speaker, enjoys a summer boat ride on the Potomac River. She is smiling, wearing sunglasses, and holding a drink, with the sun setting behind her, creating a warm, golden glow.

Goodbye, summer

Summer is my favorite season. Here's why I miss it already.

Tamika Felder, a cancer survivor and global advocate for fertility rights, tenderly looks at her young son, born through embryo donation and gestational surrogacy. This moment captures their special bond and reflects her unique fertility journey.

Normalizing fertility journeys

My son and I don’t look alike, which can lead to curious looks and questions. Let me answer those FAQs...

Tamika Felder in New York City, wearing a floral dress and smiling joyfully with arms raised.

Because 49 is huge!

As I look ahead at the road to 50, here are some of my birthday intentions for the new year....

Tamika Felder, in a black jumpsuit, speaks to a group of Cervivors, cervical cancer patients, and survivors, with blue and teal balloons behind her. Cervivor is spelled out in silver mylar balloons.

Why this hyster-versary hits different

This National Cancer Survivors Month, I'm facing my mortality and thinking about my future legacy more than I have since...

Tamika Felder, wearing a rose-colored top, holds her newborn son, Chayton, who has a pacifier in his mouth. They are in a light-filled kitchen. Tamika reflects on missing her preventative screenings last year due to the distractions of new motherhood.

How I missed my checkups… again

The short answer: becoming a new mom. For National Women’s Health Week, let's all commit to scheduling those preventative screenings.

Tamika Felder and her older sister, Valildra, who recently passed away, smile together.

Honoring my sister this Mother’s Day

This Mother's Day is a hard one for me following the recent loss of my older sister, the matriarch of...

Tamika Felder, global cancer advocate and motivational speaker, laughs while speaking to an audience.

Speaking out and proud

I'm honored to be invited to speak at these upcoming cancer advocacy events. Want to join me?

Tamika Felder and Ginny Marable are pictured with their three children, all born through fertility treatments, including embryo donation and surrogacy.

Spreading the love

In honor of National Fertility Awareness Week, I'm sharing about my pathway to parenthood through embryo donation and surrogacy.

Are you really that happy?

There was this time I was at a dinner and a woman came up to me after I spoke on...

A little about me…

Hi there! I'm Tamika. Thanks for connecting with me. I'm not sure how you landed her, but I'm so glad...