The Lazy Mom Podcast

When is it a good time to get your child a phone? As a parent, you want to protect your child from everything, but with this new age of technology, everything is at the tip of their fingers. Privacy and safety are two important things to worry about. What age did you get your child a phone?

I hope you all are enjoying the start of your summer and have some great things planned. While you're enjoying your summer, get ready for a new segment that will be starting soon on The Lazy Mom Podcast called: "Cause what is this?! Mom Chats" This will be co-hosted by myself and Toi Walker Smith! We will cover the funny and uncomfortable conversations that mothers have. Tune in for the first epis...

It's graduation season, and I want to take this time to really congratulate all of your hard work! Let's celebrate the end of the school year and the start of the summer. Great job to all, and congrats to all members of each village who worked hard to get each scholar where they are today!

Children deserve a boost, and Africans Supporting Africans is doing just that. Today, I sit down with Founder Lamar Callahan as he discusses the amazing tutoring program through his organization. This program has a slew of tutoring offerings ranging from math, science, cooking, and learning various languages to embroidery. There are over 80 tutoring offerings, all for the price of $5 an hour! So p...

Boundaries are the hardest things to create and follow through as a parent, we try to be there for everyone, but then forget about ourselves. Creating better boundaries makes for a better you. Listen in as I list reasons for boundaries and reasons behind not always saying "yes." Please visit the Parents Together Instagram page for more resources and information: https://www.instagram.com...

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Have you ever felt like the default parent? If so, listen on for steps on how to pull back from being the default parent and sharing the load. Have your purchased your Lazy Mom Podcast Merchandise yet? If not make sure to head over to my website: www.thelazymomblog.com

Conversations with children is never easy, and the way we talk to our kids matters. At a young age it is important to take the talk about the meaning and differences of surprises, secrets and privacy. We have to explain what each of these are and how best to support them when these topics and situations arise. Find in-depth talking points on the parent together Instagram page: https://www.instagra...

The teenage years are some of the most challenging in anyone’s life and most parents are unsure how to successfully navigate the raging emotions and hormones that is now their child. Today I speak with Elizabeth Bennett, who is known as The Teen Genie. She has unlocked the secret of how to confidently connect with teenagers, gleaned from her 35-year career in high schools as an educator, administr...

An absentee parent is one who is completely missing from a child's life. Children who have an absentee parent develop feelings of being left behind. Today I speak with Marlene to discuss how she navigates life for her children, who deal with having an absentee parent.

There is no denying that just about everything is more expensive these days. Prices for everyday items have skyrocketed, and wages are not keeping up. Many families are having to adjust their lifestyles and spending habits to match this new economic reality. On top of that, welcoming a new baby can be expensive, but luckily, spending less doesn’t have to be about going without. Today I speak with...

God's plan is never our plan. When you have your life planned out GOD comes in and changes everything. Today Emily shares her journey with not being able to have anymore children and letting go of her anger towards God and letting him design a new life plan for her. This test brings a wonderful testimony of gratitude and a new found happiness in her new normal.  Follow my Facebook page: &nbsp...

Co-parenting is when parents work together in their roles to care for their child/children. Co-Parenting is never easy and with the right strategies parents can create a healthy and effective relationship. Today I speak with Shawn Asia as she explains how she makes co-parenting work.  Join the Lazy Mom Podcast Group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thelazymompodcastgroup Follow my Face...

Every mom wishes to have a system in place in their homes for their families that can allow more time for self and self care, but sometimes we stumble and don't know how to begin. Today I speak with Laura Hernandez the Momma Systems expert who will discuss tried-and-true systems in place for moms who want to bring peace and joy to their home and have more time for themselves. If you're having diff...

Everyone has their own views on what home schooling should look like, but like anything...it is not a one size fits all. The home school experience is different for everyone, and today I speak with Amanda who discusses her home school experience with her twin daughters. 

Today, I sit down with Elease Turner-Cox as she gives some advice and tips on what worked for her during her parenting journey. There is no parenting book out there, but with some support and guidance, we can all learn and grow from each other.

Next week starts season four! Don't forget to join me next week on a brand new episode.

Every family comes with its own set of obstacles, now add in the component of a blended house hold, and it adds another layer to the already complex world of parenting. Today I speak Emily who discusses how she navigates a blended family. 

Have you ever heard of restraint collapse? Well according to psychotherapist and former teacher Andrea Loewen Nair, this is a very common behavior pattern. In today's episode I discuss what "restraint collapse" is, and 6 tips on how to handle the afterschool collapse.  Here is a great article that discusses more on this behavior pattern   https://parents-together.org/are-you-overwhelmed-...

Today, I give you some of my tips and tricks on how to find some free or low-cost programs or items for yourself and your kids. Through the years, I've tried and signed up for various things and have had success in getting free or low-cost items and programs. If you need help, don't hesitate to reach out. I'm always willing and able to help other parents!

On today's episode I speak with my cousin Briana as she discusses the ins and outs of being a mom with a child starting in the entertainment and modeling industry. Nothing is ever as it seems, listen as she talks about her experience and gives advice on the do's and don'ts she has learned along the way. Follow Bear on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blackbearjoy/ You can help Bear with his tr...

Today I speak with entrepreneur, author and motivational speaker Wanikka Vance-Clark as we discuss building generational wealth. She gives advice on the best ways to start the process of building a future for your children and things we as parents can do now to set our children up for success. Connect with Wanikka on her Social media sites: https://www.facebook.com/wanikka or https://linkpop.com/w...

Hey ya'll! So I'm taking a break for the Christmas and New Year season! Join me January 4th for a while new episode!

Today I speak with Toi Walker Smith who is a mom on the go! She is a mom who has always been present and on the go with her kids, from events, meetings, to practices, dance recitals, etc. She explains how she has been able to do it all, and stay sane. Her tips for self care, and how she has gotten through the high school years with her children. Listen as she gives her own tips and tricks of stayi...