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If I can be honest, I am tired. As a Black mother in America, I am exhausted. This episode takes a deep dive into my thoughts as a Black woman and mother in this country.  From the killing of Black people at the hands of law enforcement to the Black maternal health crisis to new Voter Suppression laws, it's hard to be Black right now. The unbearable grief and trauma of Black mothers are at an all-...

Season 5 is back with more impactful solo episodes and amazing guests. This season we are going all the way up. The diversity among the guests this season is phenomenal. From moms with young kids to those with older kids, even empty nesters. I can't wait for you to hear all the advice these moms have to offer as they share their stories with you and offer tips to help you on your journey to achiev...

The first quarter of 2021 is behind us and it has been a busy time. Hear important updates on the More Than a Mother podcast and what to expect in the future.    Connect with me: Instagram Facebook Buy Me a Coffee

In this episode rewind, I am joined by Aria Leighty, Founder & CEO of MOB (Mom Owned Businesses) Nation.  Aria shares her struggles with imposter syndrome and how she started MOB when she didn't even feel prepared to be a leader. She also shares her thoughts on motherhood, the martyr complex, and the power of vulnerability and transparency in business and life. Aria shares: How to stop imposter sy...

In today's episode rewind, Toni-Ann from Real Happy Mom Blog & Podcast, is dishing out practical tips and advice to help you live your best life as not only a mother but a woman also. If you are stuck and want to get back to the person you were before you became a mom or before life got in the way then check out what Toni-Ann has to say about remembering who you are, loving the life you live, and...

Have you ever taken the time to sit in the quiet and reflect on all that is happening around you? Sometimes you just have to take a break and sit with your thoughts.  Sitting in stillness and finding peace in the midst of chaos is a must. When the world is moving fast around you and all hell is breaking loose, it is up to you to do what you can to preserve your peace and protect your energy.  In t...

The working mom and business owner's life is hard! Managing your family, work and your dreams is not easy at all. It can be exhausting, discouraging, and sometimes lonely. However, the reward is often worth the sacrifice. When you get into a rhythm and find a way to feel fulfilled and content not only as a mother but a woman also; that is a phenomenal feeling. However, you can't build your dream o...

There is this belief that in order to be productive, you have to constantly be in the act of doing something. That is completely false. Rest is productive and sometimes the most productive thing taking the time to rest is the most productive thing you can do in a day. In this episode, I share: How to handle the expectation of "normal" in an abnormal time The power in the pause How resting contribu...

In this episode rewind, I sat down with Purpose Empowerment Coach, Philicia Wallace to discuss her own struggles with self-doubt and fear. Philicia shares how during her own walk, God dropped the vision for Slaying Self Doubt into her spirit way before she was ready. Being obedient to God's voice, Philicia pivoted and made the necessary adjustments to bring the vision God gave her to life.  In thi...

Self-care is an empowering experience, but what exactly does empowering yourself through self-care means? In today's episode, I get real and transparent about what it means to empower yourself through self-care.  When many of people think of self-care, they think of bubble baths and facials, but in this episode, I go deeper and dive into the internal process of self-care and what it truly means to...

Sometimes we have to unlearn a behavior, change our way of thinking, and dig deeper into the things we thought we knew in order to make it to our next level. Ameka Coleman knows firsthand what it is like to switch up and do things differently so that you can reach your success. Today Ameka gets transparent with us about her life journey including her faith walk which led her to start her business,...

What do you #ChooseToChallenge? Yesterday was International Women's Day and women all over the world embraced this year's theme: Choose to Challenge. We came together to challenge gender bias & stereotypes, celebrate women's achievements and forge positive visibility for women's.   In this episode, I get real about the challenges and judgments moms face when we choose to step outside the box. Mom...

In celebration of Women’s History Month, I am going back to celebrate some of the previous mom guests I’ve had on the show. During this “More To Her Story” Rewind series, you will hear the stories and some of the best advice from our most popular episodes.  Today, we are going back in the crates to an interview of did with Erica Lasan of The Joy Quest. Erica and I sat down and discussed her faith-...

Happy March! Happy Women's History Month! I can't believe the first two months of 2021 are already behind us. This month on the podcast is all about empowering women and specifically empowering moms. Have you ever felt like the load you are carrying is too much? Are you struggle to let of the past or of "what you should be doing" so you can find your authentic self? As humans, we truly become empo...

We are wrapping up our parenting during a pandemic series today with another mom guilt rewind. I have more mom guests who joined me to share their best advice for overcoming mom guilt. Take a listen to what our moms have to say about surviving mom guilt. On the show today, we have: Ellie Redcloud Redcloud Strategic Business Consulting LinkedIn Instagram- @ellieredcloud www.ellieredcloud.com Niesha...

I recently read a quote that said "Don't compare yourself to other mothers, we are all losing out sh*t, some just hide it better than others". Matter of fact I posted this quote on my Instagram not too long ago. Well, let me tell you, these past 24-48 hours I have really felt like I was losing my sh*t. Life was coming at me fast and it was one thing after another. However this time, I decided to s...

Let's face it, mom guilt is a struggle many moms face. From being too hard on ourselves to having unreasonably high expectations, as moms, we are often our own worse enemy. This pandemic has only amplified the amount of guilt some moms feel. Today I am going back in the crates and bringing you some great advice from moms just like you who have overcome or are actively working every day to ditch th...

The cry heard all around the country. Juggling work, children, and other responsibilities amid a global pandemic are pushing moms to their breaking point. Moms around the country are facing ever-growing challenges in trying to maintain their own personal sanity while caring for their family, working, and conquering an endless list of to-dos. However, what do you do when it all becomes too much? Yo...

I'm not going to lie, I have been struggling lately. This pandemic life is getting real and starting to take its toll on me. At a time when we looked forward to some reprieve from this state that we have been in for the past year, we are now seeing new variants of Covid emerge and spread. Afterwhile, this is enough to take its toll on even the most positive person. However, I am reminded that even...

Going, going, going, and then suddenly the world stopped, literally! In 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic changed life as we know it forever. One year later, we are still in the midst of the pandemic praying every day that things will get better. We went from daily routines and outings to everyone being at home together trying to remotely work, attend virtual school and manage life the best we can. I be...

It's my ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION and I'm back with Season 4! Celebrate with me today! I can't believe it's been a year already. This past year has truly been an amazing journey and I am so honored to have each of you with me on this journey. Never in a million years would I have thought that I would have a podcast or a platform where I share my voice week after week. From the girl who was...

Celebrate because you made it to the end of 2020. This has been a hard year. All those things meant to take you out failed and you are still here! Join me as I recap and celebrate 2020. Yes, this year has been crazy but a lot of good still came during the year. in this episode, I share: my experience in podcasting these last 11 months top 3 takeaways from this year the upcoming shift of the podcas...

Gaby Grinberg, Vice President of Proofpoint Marketing, joins me today to discuss premature birth story and how this traumatic experience led her to start a business with her husband. Having a baby is a beautiful experience, but when things don't go as planned, the stress of the incident often results in trauma. Gaby shares the mental toll this all took on her, leading her to to be diagnosed with p...

Today I am joined by Home Systems Expert, Ashley Buffa. Ashley is a mother of 10 children, a business owner and a dedicated non-perfectionist home systems extraordinaire. She is the creator of Freedom Moms, a community on a mission to leave behind the overwhelm and exhaustion of trying to do everything alone and embrace family teamwork. In this episode, Ashley shares: the moment in her life that l...

Challenges come with anything you do. Here are 3 barriers to consider when starting/building your business as a mom. Listen now to hear my thoughts on these barriers as well as tips to help you successfully navigate the barriers and get your business going. Do you need help getting your business ideas in order so you can start your venture? Have you already started your business but feel like you...