On this episode we are talking mental health and well being...for Black Women.  We are droping the 'strong Black Woman' stereotype and getting real about how we can take care of ourselves, put our well being first and just breath. I am joined by Marsha Hibbert, Social Worker and Psychotherapist.  http://composetherapy.ca/about/  And Taina Mayberry, Social Worker, Therapist and founder and creator of an organization called The Most Nurtured, a holistic wellness safe space for Black women.  ..read more

When the boy child called me ‘Blackie’ from the back of his car seat and then told me proudly that his friend from school told him that word was another word for Black people, I started down this path to unpacking what it means to be a Black parent to black children in this world.  Part of the village that keeps me sane is the Black Moms Connection, an online mecca for Black mothers. Tanya Hayles the founder, chats with me about black motherhood, the backlash to Black Moms Connections, Black Panther and much more ..read more

This episode I continue my discussion with Brianne DeRosa  author of the Red, Round or Green blog, about finding work life balance as a working mom, race, privilege and the fact that children never stop needing a parental presence.  Be sure to Brianne's article that started this conversation, written for Motherwell Magazine, On not leaning in, but not leaning out ..read more

Bellamy Shoffner is a social entrepreneur, writer, blogger living in Charlottesville.  Bellamy and I first connected for the podcast, a few years ago to discuss her magazine Hold The Line.  That first conversation has turned into annual check in’s- as we both navigate Black motherhood and social activism. In this conversation Bellamy and I chat about George Floyd, the protest his death have ignited, our frustration with sudden allyship- including the inclusive lessons teachers are now sending home and defunding the police ..read more

BLACK LIVES MATTER  ..read more

This week, I am finishing up my chat with Nefertiti Austin, author of Motherhood So White:  A Memoir of Race, Gender and Parenting in America.      ..read more

Parenting a three year old is hard, parenting a three year old as a Black parent is an added layer of issues to address and deal with. From banishing Elsa from your house, to parenting in private for fear of condemnation, to trying to instill a sense of self-love and Black pride in your kids, we are discussing it all on this episode of the podcast.   Join in the conversation on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram and share your threenager parenting horror story #WMCTHREE ..read more

This week, I am chatting to Nefertiti Austin. Author of Motherhood So White:  A Memoir of Race, Gender and Parenting in America.  Stay tuned at the end for a preview of part two of our conversation.  I also reference the group Parents of Black Children. You can learn more here: www.parentsofblackchildren.org   ..read more

I'm so excited to bring you Season 4 of the podcast. This is a mini epsiode.  Just an introduction to the season and a special chat with the little madam!  She drops some home truths on this woke mommy. I referenced the advocacy group I started with a number of amazing Black moms, - check out the website.  If you are interested in starting a chapter - connect with me!  Let's take this global!  www.parentsofblackchildren.org ..read more

"Finding someone to express Black Love…loving your culture, your history, your skin, is truly something special." Destinii,  @BlaqLoveSoul Happy Valentines Day!   On this episode, I’m joined by Brandon and Destinii from the BlaqLove Instagram blog, we are celebrating the beauty of black love, talking through some of the challenges and digging deep on the meaning of BlaqLove.  Visit  www.wokemommychatter.com to read what Black Love means to me.  Join in the conversation on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wokemommy/ or @wokemommy on twitter.  ..read more