Experiencing Motherhood: Single & Black

In this episode, I talk about why I decided to look for a job and make the decision to move with my daughter during this pandemic as a single mom. I hope that you find encouragement and motivation to ask for what you desire - whatever that is. This episode is sponsored by Any Lab Test Now. Read about my experience here: https://www.singleblackmotherhood.com/blog/anylabtestnow Find a location near you: https://www.anylabtestnow.com Connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/singleblackmotherhood/ Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/singleblackmotherhood/ Visit the site: https://www.singleblackmotherhood.com

In this episode, I got to sit down and chat with Audrey Renee, founder of Dear Single Mommy and Curse Broken Collection. We discuss: -How she ended up in Transitional Housing and what it was like -Why she made the decision to leave Corporate America -How she prepared to leave Corporate America (saving at least 10K) AND MORE Connect with Audrey on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearsinglemommy/ Connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/singleblackmotherhood/ Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/singleblackmotherhood/ Visit the site: https://www.singleblackmotherhood.com

In this episode, I sit down to chat with Muffy Mendoza, author of Brown Mama Mindset. We discuss: -Where our thinking comes from -Treadmill of life & juggling the day to day -Perception of time & how it affects us -Why self care should be a priority -Mom Guilt AND MORE! Get matched with a licensed therapist in your area (no matter where you live in the world) and save 10% on your first month with our sponsor BetterHelp by visiting: https://betterhelp.com/experiencingmotherhood Connect with Muffy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/muffymendoza/ Purchase from Muffy's shop: https://brownmamas.com/shop/ Connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/singleblackmotherhood/ Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/singleblackmotherhood/ Visit the site: https://www.singleblackmotherhood.com Join the private community, the Single Mom League, and connect with other moms: https://www.singleblackmotherhood.com/support/

In this episode, I sit down to chat with Lakiesha, the CEO and founder of The Evolving Chair Counseling & Consulting Agency. We discuss: -How parents can help their kids manage their own emotions (even when they are struggling to manage their own) -Signs of stress in kids -Possible future mental effects of COVID on kids -Activity suggestions AND MORE! Find a therapist and save 10% on your first month: https://betterhelp.com/experiencingmotherhood Connect with Lakiesha on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lakieshalpc/ Connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/singleblackmotherhood/ Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/singleblackmotherhood/ Visit the site: https://www.singleblackmotherhood.com Join the Single Mom League: https://www.singleblackmotherhood.com/community/

In this episode, we continue the conversation about virtual learning from part I. We discuss: -Things you should consider when deciding whether to send your child back to school -After school activities -Creating a "bored" corner -Decreasing anxiety and more!! **Khadeejah co-wrote an e-book 10 Things Parents Can Do to Prepare Children for Success - Distance learning edition. Get it here: https://10thingsbooks.com/shop Connect with the moms on Instagram: Khadeejah, Principal/Adjunct Professor - @khadeejahsmith Andreia, Instructional Supervisor - @being_as_i_am Crystal, Educational Consultant/Adjunct Professor - @_clowncrown Dee, Educator - @gurlaaaaaaaa Connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/singleblackmotherhood/ Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/singleblackmotherhood/ Visit the site: https://www.singleblackmotherhood.com Join the Single Mom League: https://www.singleblackmotherhood.com/community/

In this episode, I got a chance to chat with educator moms about virtual learning and parenting. We discuss: -Risks for in person learning -Things parents should consider when making a decision -The importance of education for parents -Why routines, organization(for parents and children), and procedures are important at home AND MORE This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Find a therapist and save 10% on your first month: https://betterhelp.com/experiencingmotherhood Connect with the moms on Instagram: Khadeejah, Principal/Adjunct Professor - @khadeejahsmith Andreia, Instructional Supervisor - @being_as_i_am Crystal, Educational Consultant/Adjunct Professor - @_clowncrown Dee, Educator - @gurlaaaaaaaa Connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/singleblackmotherhood/ Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/singleblackmotherhood/ Visit the site: https://www.singleblackmotherhood.com Join the Single Mom League: https://www.singleblackmotherhood.com/community/

In this episode, I sat down to chat with Siedah Garrett, founder of Young and Financially Lit. We discuss: -Building your financial foundation -Protecting your income -Why you can pay off debt, save, and invest at the same time -Financial planning -Life insurance -Estate planning -Wills AND SO MUCH MORE!! Join The Single Mom League & connect with other moms: https://www.singleblackmotherhood.com/community This episode is sponsored by Freshly. Save $15 on your first week's order: https://tryfreshly.com/experiencingmotherhood Find a therapist and save 10% on your first month with BetterHelp: https://betterhelp.com/experiencingmotherhood Visit Young & Financially Lit: https://www.youngandfinanciallylit.com/ Connect with Siedah on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youngandfinanciallylit/ Connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/singleblackmotherhood/ Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/singleblackmotherhood/ Visit the site: https://www.singleblackmotherhood.com

In this episode, I share a breakdown of how to discuss money with your children by age groups. Join The Single Mom League & connect with other moms: https://www.singleblackmotherhood.com/community This episode is sponsored by Freshly. Save $15 on your first week's order: https://tryfreshly.com/experiencingmotherhood Find a therapist and save 10% on your first month with BetterHelp: https://betterhelp.com/experiencingmotherhood Connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/singleblackmotherhood/ Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/singleblackmotherhood/ Visit the site: https://www.singleblackmotherhood.com

In this episode, I sit down to chat with Alaina, a Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Play Therapist. She is also the founder of Heart 2 Heart Counseling, a practice in Houston, Texas. We discuss: -Definitions of mental health & mental health illnesses -How parents can introduce mental health to their children -How the emotions of parents play a role in the emotions of children -Predisposition of mental health disorders -Common mental health disorders in children i.e ADHD, anxiety, depression, etc. -What happens when parents do not seek treatment for their children -Whether a child is too young to see a therapist -Most common types of therapy for children -Questions to ask a therapist AND MORE!!! This episode is sponsored by Rebel Girls, an amazing, fairytale podcast for kids about extraordinary women from all over the world. Check them out here: https://www.rebelgirls.com Connect with Alaina: https://heart2heartservices.org Get matched with a licensed therapist in your area (no matter where you live in the world) and save 10% on your first month with BetterHelp: https://betterhelp.com/experiencingmotherhood Find a Registered Play Therapist for your child: https://www.a4pt.org/page/TherapistDirectory Connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/singleblackmotherhood/ Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/singleblackmotherhood/ Visit the site: https://www.singleblackmotherhood.com Connect with other single moms in your state: https://www.singleblackmotherhood.com/support/

In this episode, I give you an update on my life. I made it to see year 29. I share my thoughts, lessons learned, how you can incorporate them in your life, goals, and plans for the future. I discuss: -Starting year 29 off with therapy and what I have discovered -Self-care -Parenting (Working from home & staying productive) -Career (Approval to work from home 100% and what an interview for a promotion has taught me) -Finances (Incorporating money Mondays & prioritizing debt payoff and savings) -Education (Graduate school & how I am paying for it) -Community (Trip cancellation & upcoming membership vision) and much more!! Find a therapist today and save 10% on your first month with BetterHelp: https://betterhelp.com/experiencingmotherhood Check out Rebel Girls for stories to inspire your little girls to pursue their dreams without limits here: https://www.rebelgirls.com HuffPost article: https://www.huffpost.com/entry/kids-mental-health-coronavirus Productivity Tips For Single Moms Working From Home With Kids: https://www.singleblackmotherhood.com/blog/productivitytips Connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/singleblackmotherhood/ Like the Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/singleblackmotherhood/ Visit the site: https://www.singleblackmotherhood.com Connect with other single moms in your state: https://www.singleblackmotherhood.com/support/

In this episode, I chat with Crystal about how she learned to feed her and her three kids with only $100 when she was a teacher and how she still uses some of those same principles today to help her save. We discussed: -Having an actual grocery budget -The importance of meal planning -Making a grocery list -Types of foods you should buy -Cashback apps -Single-serve items -Stretching meals AND MORE This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Find a therapist today and save 10% on your first month: https://betterhelp.com/experiencingmotherhood Check out Rebel Girls for stories to inspire your little girls to pursue their dreams without limits here: https://www.rebelgirls.com Crystal's top three cashback apps mentioned: Rakuten: https://www.rakuten.com/r/KIMWIL372?eeid=28187 Ibotta: https://ibotta.onelink.me/iUfE/8cc13c64?friend_code=oxqmadj Dosh: https://link.dosh.cash/CRYSTAM395 Crystal's grocery list template: https://www.singleblackmotherhood.com/grocerylist Connect with Crystal: https://www.instagram.com/_clowncrown/ Connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/singleblackmotherhood/ Like the Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/singleblackmotherhood/ Visit the site: https://www.singleblackmotherhood.com Connect with other single moms in your state: https://www.singleblackmotherhood.com/support/

In this episode, I chat with Alaina Lopez, founder of Heart 2 Heart Counseling, about what therapy is and why moms need it. We discuss: -What therapy really is -Types of therapy -Benefits of therapy and why everyone can benefit -How to choose a therapist and where to find them -Online therapy -What to expect at your first session -What trauma looks like -The importance of self-improvement as it relates to motherhood AND MORE!! This episode is sponsored by Rebel Girls, an amazing, fairytale podcast for kids about extraordinary women from all over the world. Check them out here: https://www.rebelgirls.com Connect with Alaina: https://heart2heartservices.org Find a therapist and save 10% on your first month with BetterHelp: https://betterhelp.com/experiencingmotherhood Connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/singleblackmotherhood/ Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/singleblackmotherhood/ Visit the site: https://www.singleblackmotherhood.com Connect with other single moms in your state: https://www.singleblackmotherhood.com/support/

In this episode, I got a chance to chat with educator moms about working from home, teaching, and parenting during the Coronavirus, or COVID-19 pandemic. We discuss: -How life has changed for them -Systems being used by schools for distance learning -Whether parents should stress about their child's schoolwork -Why parents shouldn't try to replicate a child's school schedule -Why schedules are important -What should be included in a schedule for Pre-K, Elementary, Middle School, and High School -Resources -What parents should do if they don't have access to internet or devices AND MORE This episode is sponsored by Rebel Girls, an amazing, fairytale podcast for kids about extraordinary women from all over the world. Check them out here: https://www.rebelgirls.com Access list of educational resources mentioned: https://www.singleblackmotherhood.com/educational-resources Access example schedules: https://www.singleblackmotherhood.com/example-schedules Connect with the moms on Instagram: Khadeejah, Principal/Adjunct Professor - @khadeejahsmith Kaya, Clinical Instructional Coach- @kayatheliteracylady Crystal, Educational Consultant/Adjunct Professor - @_clowncrown Dee, Educator - @gurlaaaaaaaa Connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/singleblackmotherhood/ Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/singleblackmotherhood/ Visit the site: https://www.singleblackmotherhood.com Connect with other single moms in your state: https://www.singleblackmotherhood.com/support/

In this episode, David and Clarke, cohosts of Single Dad Why You Mad, answers questions from listeners about coparenting. We discuss: -Coparenting with a former absent parent -The importance of having conversations, no matter how uncomfortable they are -How coparenting has impacted their life -How my absent father impacted my life -How to coparent when the other parent may be negative AND MORE Connect with David & Clark on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/singledadwhyyoumad/ Connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/singleblackmotherhood/ Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/singleblackmotherhood/ Visit the site: https://www.singleblackmotherhood.com Connect with other single moms in your state: https://www.singleblackmotherhood.com/support/

In this episode I got to chat with David & Clark, cohosts of the Single Dad Why You Mad Podcast, about coparenting. We discuss: -How they became single dads - marriage vs. non-marriage -How they define coparenting -Agreements -Whether age plays a factor in the decision to coparent AND MORE!! Connect with David & Clark on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/singledadwhyyoumad/ Connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/singleblackmotherhood/ Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/singleblackmotherhood/ Visit the site: https://www.singleblackmotherhood.com Connect with other single moms in your state: https://www.singleblackmotherhood.com/support/