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Episode 19 | One Year Anniversary

Show Notes One year has flowed by since the launch (re-launch) of this podcast. I recorded a short episode to reflect on the last year and celebrate the things that I’ve achieved thanks to this podcast and y efforts. In addition, I encourage you to follow your goals and dreams witha few take-aways.  Connect with […]

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Episode 18 | Give Yourself Credit & Validation

Many of us do not give yourselves the credit and validation that we truly deserve; from undervaluing our skills and expertise to thinking twice about calling ourselves brilliant parents. In this episode, I share my journey from podcasting “as a hobby” to making my dreams come true in hope that it will encourage and empower […]

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Children’s Books About Outstanding Women

Celebrate women around the world, past, present and future, by adding these incredible stories to your book collection!

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Our Favourite Children’s Book By Black Authors

Your child’s library should be diverse and reflect representation at school and at home. We recommend these titles are they are some of our favourites!

A Working Mama’s Gift Guide

Since so many of us are currently working from home, I decided to put together a gift guide based on some of my favourite things that I use as a working mama. Whether you are looking for a gift for this galentine’s or valentine’s day, or simply want to treat yourself or a loved one, […]

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Episode 17 | Parenting A School Aged Child In A Pandemic

Online learning has been a challenge for kids and parents, there is no doubt about it. In this episode, I discuss my experience as a working parent that has been supporting her child through online learning and my feelings about her going back to school for in-person classes. In addition, I discuss the lessons that […]

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Episode 16 | Welcome 2021: Reflections & Intentions

Show Notes On this episode we review the start of 2021 and discuss the challenges and circumstances that many people are currently working through. Whether it relates to health, family, finances or all of the above, we are all going through a season. So how do we honour our feelings while working past these challenges?  […]

Episode 15 | Santa’s Naughty or Nice List

Show Notes There is something so beautiful and magical about the holiday season and celebrating Christmas. But have you ever taken a second to question some of the traditions that may seem cute at top level but are so cringy when you “take the magic away”?  This year, my daughter came home from school with […]

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Episode 14 | Raising A Non-Binary Child

Show Notes On this episode I had the pleasure of speaking with Natasha, who shares with us her experiences raising her non-binary child. We discuss family, culture, parenthood and more in order to break down some of the challenges she has faced throughout her journey. Her child also joined us and gave us some excellent […]

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Episode 13 | Teaching Kids About Self Care

Show Notes Self care has become a very trendy topic in the last few years. As a result, many of us are often striving for self care – but what does it really mean to take care of ourselves? Some of us have found ourselves struggling to figure out how to truly care for ourselves, […]