#NoBibsBurpsBottles: The Stories of Childfree African American Women

Dr. Dyona and Dr. Jo, best known as The Mental Health Sistas, currently live in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. Yes, they are also biological sisters! Dr. Dyona is the oldest, Dr. Jo is the youngest, and they also have a brother. Dr. Dyona described herself as naturally maternal and nurturing.  Dr. Jo shared that in the world we currently live in - she sometimes worry about bringing children here. T...

Asia Wilder is one of our most faithful followers on Instagram!  Her energy and personality are contagious - as you will hear from her episode! Asia is a 40+ year old sistah born and raised on the southside of Chicago. She currently resides inDes Moines, Iowa.  Now Asia is NOT a babysitter, for the title is a play on words based on her interview, lol - as you will hear - but she IS a hea...

We take a little different approach with this episode. We acknowledge that there are some sistahs who are childfree because they are waiting on a blessing and/or just simply ambivalent about their decision. In this episode we acknowledge and celebrate sistahs who are childfree - for now, lol. C. Renee Little is a Christian, 1st generation American (Nigerian and Liberian descent), wife, friend, sor...

I’m so very excited to introduce to you my very first married couple - TOGETHER! I fell in 💗 with them instantly and had such a great time recording with them! This is one of several recorded podcast episodes featuring Black childfree couples so please stay tuned to @nobibsburpsbottles for more! . Trenay & Larry Hawkins, both born and raised in Mississippi, have been married for 11 years.  Trenay...

Mrs. Shaundra Kiser currently resides in Texas with her husband.  She is a high school counselor and recently won Counselor of the Year 2019- 2020.  Shaundra is a graduate of Ohio Wesleyan University in Delaware, Ohio where she recieved a BA in Antrhopology, Sociology, and Black World Studies. She is also a graduate of an HBCU, Prairie View A & M University and received her Masters i...

Ms. Monica Simon currently resides in Troy, New York.  She has a range of professional experiences which includes higher education, event planning and now entrepreneur and owner of a restaurant. Monica has a BA in Psychology from Virginia State University and is also a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.  In this episode, Monica shares her desire to be a mother and why that desire...

Mrs. Tiffany Stephens is a native of North Carolina and currently resides in Charlotte with her husband, Marvin.  Tiffany received her BS in Biology from North Carolina Central University, her Masters in Public Health from Walden University, and is currently pursuing her doctorate degree at Wingate University School of Pharmacy. She enjoys traveling, shopping, spending time wiht her husband,...

Ms. Sonja Davis was born and raised in Georgia.  She currently resides in Cliffside Park, NJ.  Sonja is a Contract Administrator, has her Master of Sciene in Health Care Delivery Leadership from The Graduate School of Biomedical Science at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, and is an advocate for low wage health care workers.   In this episode, Sonja keeps it all the way real...

Ms. Ashley Cobb, 35, is a native of North Carolina. She has a degree in Public Health and is a former classroom teacher.  Currently, Ashley is a sought after Sex Influencer, sharing her wisdom, opinions and unfiltered sex advice to the masses via her blog, podcast and advice column. She is the co-host of of two podcasts, "Gossip and Gasms" and "Hoe and Tell", which allows Ahsley to fulfill he...

Ms. Kish'sina Jackson, 40, was born and raised in Saginaw, MI and currently resides in Columbus, Ohio. She is a proud HBCU graduate of Central State University and also a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.  Kish'sina is the oldest of her siblings and often took on the parent role to help raise them. Kish'sina works full-time in the Supply Chain Industry; however, she has a love, passi...

Kimonica "The Weight Lost Bae", 36, is a Youtuber & Influencer from TN with 51.1K subscribers and over 500+ youtube videos.  She has entertained her Youtube followers for over 10 years with videos documenting her weight loss, exercises, reconstrive body surgery, college experiences, dating life, meal prep and so much more. She is a graduate of the University of Alabama and has a thriving...

Ms. Denise Benson, 40, was born abroad, but is Southern raised which translates into her love for travel and eating lots of yummy food! Denise is a personal branding and portrait photographer, photography coach and insurance agency owner. She describes herself as a Jill Of All Trades. She enjoys spending most of her days sitting behind a desk at her 9-5 gig, but absolutely loves to get behind the...

Dr. Faith Troupe is 42 years-old, single, and a native of Miami, FL.  Dr. Faith, as she is commonly known, is a Yoruba Priestness, Marriage and Family Therapist, Professor and Speaker.  Dr. Faith has a strong interest in Black maternal health and wellness, and has worked closely with midwives, doulas, children, and families. She enjoys yoga, African dance, and gardening.  In this ep...

BONUS Episode: Mr. Bobby Geter, 48 years-old, is a native of Dayton, Ohio and currently resides in Charlotte, North Carolina.  Bobby is a divorcee and has a 23 year-old son.  In this bonus episode, Dr. Angela L. Harris chats with her first male guest about all things childfree!  Bobby shares very candidly his thoughts about dating childfree women, opinions and myths about childfree men, the import...

Ms. Bretagne Ballard is a native of Philadelphia.  She is the Assistant Director of Residence Life at UW Madison. She holds a degree in Political Science and Business Administration from Mary Baldwin College and a MS in College Student Development.  She has over 10 years of higher education experience. Bretagne shares her experiences being a Godmom, how some past partners have tried to s...

Ms. Beth Leigh is 34 years-old and currently lives in North Carolina.  She is an entrenpreneur, artist, mental health advocate, and a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.  Beth gives us a comical; yet, indepth look at her life and decision to be childfree by choice!  She shares with us her journey in The Bush, her use of temporary parental eyes, her confidence as a sexual woman, a surp...

Ms. Vernita Johnson is a 40+ year old native from Ohio.  In this episode Vernita shares her childfree life experiences of being an educator, her new interest and hobby in trading stocks, dating while childree, churt hurt and disappointment, and the "real talk" and advice given to her by her mother.   Vernita's calm energy and full transparency about "the choice" that was taken from...

Ms. Te'Cora Green, South Carolina native, shares her childfree life experiences of being a Naturalista, serving in the military, making a significant promise to her mother, dating and marriage, raising her younger brother, and sooooo much more!  Te'Cora offers up a great sense of humor and comfortability as she shares intimate details of the ups, downs and everything in between of her childfree li...

Terree Stevenson, has over 20 years of experience in higher education.  She is a proud auntie, fur parent, and is currently pursuing her doctorate degree in higher education administration & leadership.  In this episode, Terree shares about the death of her mother, the challenges raising her nephew, dating someone with children (and coparenting with him), and her medical condition that she refuses...

Kellea Tibbs, is a 47 year-old, single woman living in KY.  Kellea compares and contrasts her life to her parents (who have been married for over 60 years).  Kellea gives humor to the highs and lows of dating in your 40's, her frustration about women judging each other, and chimes in on her anxiety about nursing homes! Ms. Tibbs gives a unique perspective about girl power - even when society spins...

Dr. Angela L. Harris, Host, offers some healthy tips for childfree sistahs who are following orders to "Stay Home."  While many are getting cabin fever and venturing out, there are also many who are playing it safe.  No matter what camp you fall in, these tips are offered to help you get your life in order during Covid-19.  If you are listening to this podcast please don't forget to LIKE/SUBSCIBE,...

Ms. Kelli Scott, a 50 year-old widow, shares how her upbringing with her grandmother and her desire for more nurturing, influenced her childfree life. Kelli also gives you some humor as she prefers to take on the label of "grandmother" rather than mother, lol!  You can contact Kelli Scott at Kelliscott.aka1908@gmail.com.   If you are listening to this podcast please don't forget to LIKE/SUBSCIBE,...

Dr. Angela L. Harris, host of the #NoBibsBurpsBottles podcast, gets up close and personal with you!  She drops a few nuggets about herself, her upcoming book, and the reasons why she is putting the spotlight on childfree sistahs! Please don't forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and COMMENT! Follow Dr. Harris. Instagram: @nobibsburpsbottles Website: DrAngelaLHarris.com

Trailer: Welcome to #NoBibsBurpsBottles!  A new podcast hosted by Dr. Angela L. Harris (PsyD) that celebrates childfree, African American women, 30 years-old+. Follow Dr. Harris on the following social media platforms: Facebook: @Dr. Angela L. Harris Instagram: @Doc Sirrah Twitter: @Doc Sirrah Website: www.drangelaharris.com Contact Informaton: Email: DrAngelaLHarris@gmail.com Blog Post: blog...