Host Candice delivers a weekly glimpse into her life as she chronicles the adventures of motherhood. She’s the #MomSoHard reminding us to “don’t stress, just breathe”.
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Suburban mom life is a thing and if you have children, you know how important it is to find a tribe. Sometimes you find a good one, and sometimes you have to make a little noise so it will get better. So, stick around. If you love the show, please rate and review on your favorite podcasting app. This podcast… Read more →
Many of us are just learning about Juneteenth this year, 2020, and I’ve decided there’s no shame in that no matter your skin color, as long as you decided to learn now. Tonight we’re talking about Juneteenth, a history forgotten and how to move forward. So stick around. Deltra Kroemer is a breast cancer thriver and home educating mama to… Read more →
There are lots of ways to manage your emotional health, but have you heard of EMDR trauma therapy? It’s a way to process trauma to help your mind cope and resolve bad memories- and with practice, you can find refuge and strength to move on. The boys are good and the #momsohard tip reminds you to be careful with the… Read more →
No one can tell you how to feel or how to activate your activism. During this time of thunderous unrest and warranted protest, the black community is living through real and constant trauma. Whatever it takes to find your peace, you do that because we need you for the long game. Take care of yourselves however you can. In faith,… Read more →
I’m launching a business series – a how to for beginners. Tonight, our first installment will be about starting a business by identifying your niche and focusing your energy. The boys are good, we are still gardening but I’m tired of the world we live in. There is no #momsohard tip tonight except to be an ally if you’re an… Read more →
Who says a lockdown means you can’t still move forward? Tonight we talk about launching a new business venture even in the midst of uncertainty. The boys are good and we are learning patience through gardening. The #momsohard tip reminds you to write it down. If you love the show, please rate and review on your favorite podcasting app. This… Read more →
We are 8 weeks into the Corona pandemic and it has been an emotional rollercoaster. I’ve started using gardening as therapy and it has made all the difference. Tonight we talk about gardening even when you have a black thumb. The boys are good as always and the #momsohard tip is to watch “Can You Dig This” on Amazon Prime… Read more →
With so much bad news coming in daily, it’s a welcome relief to hear good news about people surviving the Corona Virus. The boys are good and we are making it work six weeks into quarantine. The #momsohard tip reminds you to lean into your zone and keep it simple during quarantine. If you love the show, please rate and… Read more →
We are still in the time of Covid and the degrees of separation from people who are directly affected by the Corona Virus is rapidly closing. Tonight we talk with a family member of mine who has survived and recovered from Covid 19. The boys are good and show me every day how much they understand world around them. The… Read more →
If you’re like me, you’re still a bit anxious about how things with the Corona Pandemic are going to play out. One thing that helps me is to take small actionable steps to feel more prepared during a time when I have no idea what to do. Tonight we are talking about how to make an emergency plan with Lucretia… Read more →
Let’s talk about money in the midst of a pandemic. Unless you’ve got a trust fund— you’re thinking about money right now. It’s not going to be easy, but there is some relief on the way. The boys are good and we are getting better at distance learning. The #momsohard tip reminds you to pick up the phone and call… Read more →
FEMA has great information at www.ready.gov where you can find an emergency kit list and a ton of other helpful information. Don’t stress, and don’t feel bad if you don’t already have a kit. But, DO use this time to get prepared. It’s Lincoln’s birthday, the boys are great and the #momsohard tip will help save you a few dish… Read more →
It’s a pandemic, but we’re going to make it through. The boys are good and husband flexed his apocalypse muscles this week! The pandemic has brought us to a halt and is causing us to pause and reevaluate so many things. I’m scared, but also hopeful for how this will change us as a society to do better for humanity… Read more →
It’s women’s history month and women are soaring even when you think we are not. Tonight we are chatting about women in the limelight this week. Women like Béatrice Dixon of The Honey Pot, Madame CJ Walker’s biopic, and Elizabeth Warren. The boys are good and the #momsohard tip reminds you to get information about the Corona virus, but don’t… Read more →
It’s the end of February and we are winding down black history month feeling excited and encouraged by the positive contributions black people have, and continue, to make in our world. The boys are amazing and I’m thrilled to introduce Ekow Body, my new all natural skin care line. Check it out at www.EkowBody.com. If you love the show, please… Read more →
I keep talking with girlfriends and finding out that we are all dealing with some grown up stuff. Cause for real, we are all the way grown. Tonight learn about a fertility issue that affects more people than you think. More importantly, we discuss standing up for yourself even when it feels like people aren’t listening. The boys are doing… Read more →
I’m so interested in homeschooling, I jump at the chance to learn more from families who are thriving doing it! Tonight we meet a homeschooling mom who started a homeschool cooperative in Waterbury. So stick around. Tonight we are joined by a mom who has been homeschooling for four years and started a homeschool cooperative when she couldn’t find one… Read more →
Don’t be fooled by what you see on social media. We are all tired. We all drink cold coffee. And we are all way too critical of ourselves. It’s a mood, so stick around. The boys are good and the #momsohard tip reminds you to disinfect everything and keep yourself healthy through flu season. If you love the show, please… Read more →
Growing up black in America means something different to everyone you ask, but it binds us in a way that can’t be broken. Tonight we talk about what it means to be black and how you manage in a world that insists on boxing you in. The boys are recovering from too much sugar over the holiday and the #momsohard… Read more →
Sometimes you just want to quit, but tonights guest reminds us to stay the course with some healthy real life strategies to get through. The boys are good and I made it through three days moming on my own. To find out more about Kati’s coaching work visit www.stay-the-course.com. If you love the show, please rate and review on your… Read more →
We all think we’re grown until it’s time to buy linens, socks, plates! Why are the simplest parts of being an adult actually low key hard? The boys are good and growing in body and mind exponentially each week, and the #momsohard tip reminds you to write things down so you don’t obsess! If you love the show, please rate… Read more →
Things happen when you least expect it and as always, moms rise to the occasion. Tonight we are talking about how to handle baby news when you thought you already had all your kids! The boys are good and hubs is really showing off this week and being the best dad and partner a girl could ask for. The #momsohard… Read more →
Thanksgiving can be a shit show, but if you’re prepared, you have a decent chance of making it through. Tonight I give my best adulting tips for surviving Thanksgiving. The boys are good and the #momsohard tip is looking ahead to Christmas! If you love the show, please rate and review on your favorite podcasting app. This podcast is available… Read more →
Sometimes we forget that kids are little people. Tonight we learn about the importance of focusing on their mental health so that they have the best chance of being all that they can be. The boys are thriving and the #momsohard tip reminds you that you can’t pour from an empty cup, hold your space. If you love the show,… Read more →
When you are an entrepreneur, you go through all the emotions most days and most hours. This week I got the chance to talk with a veteran Child Care provider who reminded me to always stand my ground, focus on the important stuff and keep it fun. It’s gonna be good, so, stick around. I’ve been DIY-ing in my yard… Read more →