Shades of Black: Parenting Podcast

If you're Black British and a person of faith, how do these different identities affect your parenting? How do these identities affect your religious experiences and your expectations from religious leaders? In this episode we talk with Alimah from @FourCornersInteriors, a Black British Muslim mother. She shares with us her faith journey, experiences growing up Black Muslim in the UK and her personal approaches to parenting. Don't forget to like and subscribe on all social media platforms, it helps! Follow us on Instagram @shadesofblackpodcast.

It's the second half of the whirlwind that has been 2020. We're back with Season 2 and we're right here with you, after coming through Brexit, a pandemic, Lockdown, homeschooling, protests, heatwaves and sadly, bereavements. Join us as we catch up on how things have been these last few months. Follow us on Instagram: @shadesofblackpodcast Visit our website: www.shadesofblackparenting.com Please like and subscribe - it helps! #dalgonacoffee #mothersdontkillyourselfchallenge #furlough #Brexit #Hypnobirthing #BlackLivesMatter #BLM #PositiveBirthingCompany #COVID19 #Lockdown #Blackhomeschooling #Homeschooling

In this week's episode Sam and Ola discuss parenting in 2020, including social media, careers, TV, education and relationships. We're asking you: As a parent, what things are you concerned about or hoping for in this new decade? Visit our website www.shadesofblackwebsite.com and don't forget to like, rate and subscribe! Follow us at @ShadesofBlackPodcast on IG

And we're back! Welcome back Shades of Black Parenting Podcast. If you're new here, catch up on over 20 episodes from our pilot season. If you're a Shades of Black veteran, welcome to Season 1! On our S1E1, we discuss Black Feminism, community motherhood and womanhood 101 with the sublime @fourcornersinteriors! And to further mark #InternationalWomensDay , you can watch this episode on our YouTube channel - yes, our very first vidisode! (Vidisode - is that a thing??) Enjoy! Follow us: IG @shadesofblackpodcast

Sam and Ola sit down to reflect on 2019 and how far they've come personally and with the podcast. Mentioned in the episode: - Alphaphonics: A primer for beginner readers https://amzn.to/37oUT3z - www.thehumblepenny.com - www.wokebabies.co.uk Don't forget to like, rate and subscribe to the podcast! You can get 10% off a Woke Babies subscription box if you use the discount code: SHADESOFBLACK Music: 'Music Is' by Pryces Visit us at www.shadesofblackparenting.com

It's the most wonderful time of the year! In our Christmas episode Ola sits down with Charlotte Lewis, founder of Noir Kringle, to discuss why she created the UK's first ever Black Santa's Grotto Experience! The Black Santa Grotte Experience Coming 21st & 22nd Dec 2019. www.noirkringle.co.uk for tickets. Special Guest feature from Sademi Oluwaseyi (Ola's daughter). Use the discount code 'SHADESOFBLACK'for 10% off at wwww.wokebabies.co.uk for your child's monthly educational subscription box! Follow us on instragram @shadesofblackpodcast,and visit our website:shadesofblackparenting.com #SantaClaus #Christmas

As Samantha prepares to return to work from maternity leave, she sits down with two mums with different Stay At Home experiences to discuss the joys and challenges of the role. Zeinab Ozigi is founder of Dress to Lead – a personal styling service for ambitious women. Follow her on Instagram @zeinab_ozigi, or visit her website www.zeinabozigi.com. Whether you have a special event, a new role you want to authentically show up for, or a golden opportunity to speak, Zeinab & her team of beauty & fashion experts will work to create looks that serve your functional and professional needs. Waiki Harnais is a lifestyle blogger, wife and mum of three and you can follow her on Instagram at WaikiHarnais or website www.alawaiki.com. Use the discount code 'SHADESOFBLACK' for 10% off at www.wokebabies.co.uk for your child's monthly educational subscription box! Follow us on Instagram @shadesofblackpodcast, and visit our website: shadesofblackparenting.com. Music: 'Music Is' by Pryces.

Sam and Ola sit down with Kelly-Jade from www.WokeBabies.co.uk to discuss our experiences with bullying, advice for parents, and our thoughts on children who become bullies. We also talk more about Kelly's business - Woke Babies, a book subscription service with books and activities with Black characters. COMPETITION TIME! To be in with a chance to win a Woke Babies box, follow @shadesofblackpodcast and @wokebabies on Instagram and tag 2 Black British parents in the comments under our Competition post. Competition deadline 28/11/19 #AntiBullyingWeek Resources for children and parents: - https://www.anti-bullyingalliance.org.uk/tools-information - Under 18 Childline 0800 11 11 - Samaritans 116 123 - Parent/Carers Family Lives 0808 800 2222

On today's episode we have an enlightening discussion with Ken Okoroafor from The Humble Penny about saving for our children's future, building generational wealth and achieving financial independence. Grab a pen and paper; this is an episode to sit and take notes! Mentioned on the podcast: - www.thehumblepenny.com - www.financialjoyacademy.com - 'How we paid off our mortgage in 7 years' https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0_aWbccuZiw - How To Become More Financially Aligned: 10 Key Questions To Discuss With Your Partner https://linktr.ee/shadesofblackpodcast Music: 'Music Is' by Pryces Follow, like, rate and subscribe to Shades of Black Parenting Podcast! www.shadesofblackparenting.com Instagram: @shadesofblackpodcast Twitter: @shadesofblackPP

In this episode we're joined by public policy professional and Black Cultural Archives Trustee, Rukayah Sarumi. We discuss the recent report into maternal mortality that showed that Black women in the UK were 5x more likely to die in the period from pregnancy to one year post-childbirth. We offer better ways to frame the discussion on Black women's health and areas that need to be improved. Discussed in the episode: - https://blackculturalarchives.org/ - https://www.npeu.ox.ac.uk/downloads/files/mbrrace-uk/reports/MBRRACE-UK%20Maternal%20Report%202018%20-%20Web%20Version.pdf Music: 'Music Is' by Pryces Follow us on Instagram @shadesofblackpodcast, Twitter @shadesofblackpp Visit us at www.shadesofblackparenting.com And of course, subscribe to the podcast wherever you're listening to it!

Sam and Ola are joined by the wonderful Dope Black Dads to discuss the difficulties of being a new father, reconnecting in relationships, and initiation ceremonies. Recorded at the end of summer, so anticipate some throwbacks to the hot weather! Follow us on IG @shadesofblackpodcast and visit us www.shadesofblackparenting.com Music: 'Music Is' by Pryces

Ola and Sam are back discussing #BlackHistoryMonth in the UK and what this means to us now that we're parents. We also ask the question: Should it be BAME-History Month? Follow us on IG & Twitter, and visit our website wwww.shadesofblackparenting.com Music: 'Music Is' by Pryces

In this episode Ola talks more about how she's worked to maintain her identity outside of being a mother and wife. What are you doing to maintain your identity? Visit us at www.shadesofblackparenting.com IG: @shadesofblackpodcast Twitter: @shadesofblackPP Music: 'Music Is' by Pryces

A special episode for parents applying for UK primary school (reception) places. Like, share and subscribe! www.shadesofblackparenting.com Music: 'Music Is' by Pryces

This episode, Sam and Ola are joined by Hakeem, father of 4 - three of whom are home-schooled. We discuss why he decided to homeschool his children, the benefits he's seen so far, and why every Black person in the UK should homeschool their child. Join in the conversation on Instagram and Twitter! And don't forget to like, rate and subscribe to the podcast. Instgram: @shadesofblackpodcast Twitter: @shadesofblackPP www.shadesofblackparenting.com Music: 'Music Is' by Pryces.

Continuing the theme for Education Month, Sam and Ola discuss Private School vs State Schools - is private school the only way for black children to achieve success in the UK? Chime in with your thoughts on Instagram and Twitter! Like, subscribe and rate the podcast: Instagram @shadesofblackpodcast Twitter @shadesofblackPP www.shadesofblackparenting.com Music: 'Music Is' by Pryces

It's September - our Education month. In the first episode of this series, Samantha talks about some things to think about when sending your children back to school - including pocket money, periods and Black hairstyles. Like, subscribe and rate the podcast wherever you listen to it. www.shadesofblackpodcast.com IG: @shadesofblackpodcast Twitter: @shadesofblackPP Music: 'Music Is' by Pryces

In this episode Sam and Ola discuss that thing that often goes unaddressed in the household - the mental workload that women often carry. Who does all the remembering? Who does all the organising and planning? What does it mean (and take) to manage a household? Listen, like and share your thoughts! Visit www.shadesofblackparenting.com and follow us: - on Instagram @shadesofblackpodcast - on Twitter @shadesofblackPP Music: 'Music Is' by Pryces

In this episode, weshare a bit more about ourselves, including our names, what songs we're currently listening to, our greatest fears and our plans for the podcast. Like, subscribe, rate and comment! Visit our website: shadesofblackparenting.com Instagram: @shadesofblackpodcast Twitter: @shadesofblackPP

This summer holiday period, Sam and Ola share tips on how to make travelling with little ones as stress-free as possible. Items mentioned: - Potette Plus https://amzn.to/2MaciXj - Packing Cubes https://amzn.to/2MX5KKT www.shadesofblackparenting.com Music: 'Music Is' by Pryces

In the penultimate episode of the Fathers' Month series, Samantha and Ola sit down with Deola (Voice of Reason) and Femi, two fathers of Black boys. We reflect on Fathers' Day, bullying, and briefly discuss some tips on raising Black boys in the UK. Also mentioned: Abraham Adeyemi @abeislegend, Joseph Ijoyemi www.mrjartclub.com, @midesmusic, @suyaspotuk. Music: 'Music Is' by Pryces Like, Rate, Follow and Subscribe to us here and: -@Shadesofblackpodcast on Instagram - @ShadesofblackPP on Twitter

In this episode Samantha and Ola have a conversation with special guest Shardae about the importance of their fathers. We celebrate black fathers in particular on Fathers' Day! Also mentioned: Corporate stylist @zeinab_ozigi. Music: 'Music Is' by Pryces Like, Rate, Follow and Subscribe to us here and: - @Shadesofblackpodcast on Instagram - @ShadesofblackPP on Twitter

In today's episode, Samantha and Ola sit down with online platform, 'Men Is Everything OK?', to discuss men's well-being and mental health. *TRIGGER WARNING* - we discuss themes of self-harm and suicide in this episode. If you are struggling with thoughts of self-harm or suicide, please visit www.samaritans.org or call 116123 for free (UK only), or seek urgent medical attention. Music: 'Music Is' by Pryces Don't forget to Like, Rate and Subscribe! Follow us on Instagram: @shadesofblackpodcast Twitter: @shadesofblackPP Visit us: www.shadesofblackpodcast.podomatic.com

This episode kicks off the Fatherhood Month on SOBP podcast, where we dedicate every episode in the month of June to discussing Black British Fatherhood. On this episode, Samantha and Ola have a chat with Elliott Rae, the founder of the popular parenting site for men: www.MusicFootballFatherhood.com . Follow Elliott on Twitter and Instagram: @MFFonline_ Emma Dabiri's new book, Don't Touch My Hair https://amzn.to/2W1YK0c Like, rate and subscribe to us here, and follow us at: - @shadesofblackpohttps://www.podomatic.com/quick_post#dcast on Instagram - @shadesofblackPP on Twitter Music: 'Music Is' by Pryces

On this episode, Samantha and Ola discuss Black representation in children's literature and the importance of Black children seeing a diverse range of characters in their books.   See below for links to the books we discuss on the episode: Pre-School and early readers: - Mufaro’s Beautiful Daughters amzn.to/2JvcYoQ - What About Adjoa? By Rachel Buabeng amzn.to/2WgRTEq - Handa’s Surprise by Eileen Browne amzn.to/2EoX8YG - You Can Do Anything by Akala amzn.to/2WdLTMz - The Twelve Dancing Princesses by Rachel Isadora amzn.to/2LYymVx - Riley Can Do Anything by The Ella Riley Group amzn.to/2LYOMx7 - The Girl, the Bear and the Magic Shoes by Julia Donaldson amzn.to/2JtHJdH Pre-teen/Young Adult: - Noughts and Crosses by Malorie Blackman amzn.to/2LWp9Np - I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings by Maya Angelou amzn.to/2Wffmpy - The Clubhouse Mysteries Collection by Sharon M Draper amzn.to/2VRXCkM - Children of Blood and Bone by Tomi Adeyemi amzn.to/2Ek5d0y - The Coldest Winter Ever by Sister Soulja amzn.to/2VAyv0J Books for the parents: - The Book You Wish Your Parents Had Read (and your children will be glad that you did) by Philippa Perry amzn.to/2VRyb2L - The Four Hour Work Week by Timothy Ferriss amzn.to/2WdFFwl   Subscribe to us here and follow us at @shadesofblackpodcast on Instagram and Facebook and @shadesofblackPP on Twitter. Music: 'Music Is' by Pryces.

This week, Samantha and Ola discuss their C-section experiences in support of C-section Awareness Month. Includes: - C-Section stats - Our pregnancy stories - Our birth plans - Our C-section experiences and recovery - Black British inspirations for the week Subscribe to us here and Follow us at @shadesofblackpodcast on Instagram and @shadesofblackPP on Twitter. Music: 'Music Is' by Pryces

Welcome to the first episode of the Shades of Black Parenting Podcast, hosted by Samantha and Ola, two mothers raising Black children in the UK. Samantha is a doctor, researcher and the writer behind the webseries 'Life of Hers', and the blog samanthachioma.com. Ola is an operations manager in creative real estate, and an Instagram Mummy Blogger. Episode 1: - Introduction - What to expect from future episodes - Maintaining African culture and traditions within our families - Giving our children African names - Black British parenting inspirations for the week Subscribe to us here and Follow us at @shadesofblackpodcast on Instagram and Twitter. Music: 'Music Is' by Pryces