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Most black women face society pressure to have babies. When will you have a family, a baby, or add another baby? But they fail to understand the reason behind it all.

Some women go through a lot of complications when it comes to having a baby. It could be infertility, miscarriages, effects of birth controls, or even pregnancy complications like gestational diabetes. Although you might feel you are doing the right thing by asking them why they do not have kids, it is always good to keep your unsolicited advice to yourself and be sensitive.

In today’s episode, I share with you how you can do that. From knowing what women go through in their journey to having a baby, common pregnancy complications, and being sensitive in such situations. This episode has all you need to overcome societal pressure, do what’s best for you, and let the will of God prevail in your life!

Key Highlights

[04:07] Society pressure to have a baby, more babies or no more  babies

[04:46] What black women go through when it comes to having a baby

[08:04] Black women maternal mortality

[08:56] Five most common pregnancy complications in black women

[14:37] Being sensitive, sympathetic, and putting yourself in the shoes of those you’re putting pressure on

[16:21] My journey to get pregnant with our third child

[17:27] Effects of birth control on our body and how it plays in your fertility

[20:10] Prayer for anyone desiring for a child

Notable Quotes

• You do not know what people are going through. So you have to be very careful with pressuring people.
• Having a baby is not as simple as it may sound or as easy as you may think.
• Everybody does not want children or to start a family that consists of children. For some people just having one another is efficient for them.
• We have to get to a place where we are not worried or so concerned about other people’s lives.
• You will never satisfy society. They will always have something to say.
• Keep the unsolicited advice to yourself.
• Do not let anyone pressure you. Do what is best for you, your marriage, and your family.

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One in ten black men are living with depression. Most men in the black community think they can figure it all out by themselves and do not know how to talk about their emotional experiences.

We teach boys not to be cry babies or share their emotions. However, as they grow, it leads to isolation, anger, and resentment, which affects their marriage or other relationships with people.  

In today’s episode, I share the main reasons men do not seek out help, the challenges black men face, and how we can support black men in being vulnerable. This episode has all you need for your mental health, being a better version of yourself, and how we can break down the cycle for a better future generation.

Key highlights

[02:32] Reasons men do not seek help

[07:47] Challenges black men face

[10:34] Death rate by suicide for black men versus black women.

[11:25] Vulnerability for black men

[13:19] How vulnerability in men affected my marriage

[14:47] Supporting your men

[15:00] Getting the help you need and being the best version of yourself

Notable Quotes

• They do not feel safe sharing their part because it might be looked at as a weakness. It might be used against them.
• It’s hard when you want to talk about everything going on with you, but you can’t find someone you can relate to that you see yourself in.
• Do not suffer in silence because of cost since some plans will cover this if you have insurance.
• It’s time for our black men to feel safe to be vulnerable and share their emotions.
• It takes a strong person to admit that they need help.
• God is enough, but He has given us resources to assist us. Use your resources.

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A lot of people when they hear the word in-laws, they automatically assume the parents. But the name stretches way further than that to any relative or family member of your spouse. 

While many couples ignore having a discussion about building healthy in-law relationships when they get married, this issue has become one of the major problems in marriage if one side of the family is toxic. If not properly addressed, things could easily escalate and even lead to divorce. It’s always better to have this discussion early enough, set boundaries, and know how both sides can work together to support your marriage.

In today's episode, I share with you how you can just do that. From knowing the signs your in-laws are toxic, some positive traits to look out for, how you can deal with them, and build a better relationship. This episode has everything you need to build that healthy relationship and partnership, not just with your in-laws, but with your spouse as well!

Key Highlights

[02:43] When is the right time to talk about in-law relationships?

[08:19] In-law challenges I faced with my husband in our young marriage

[15:05] Transitioning from a toxic family

[16:07] Signs your in-laws are toxic

[18:25] Some positive traits of in-laws

[26:51] Why you should never force traditions on your children.

[35:00] Talking to God about bad relationship with in-laws

[37:50] How to build a better relationship with your in-laws

[42:40] Ways to deal with in-laws

[54:03] Relying on therapy and mediator to work on your issues

[55:57] Never ignore the problem

Notable Quotes

• When you get married, you’re now creating your own family.
• If I’m perfectly honest and transparent with you, there were times at the beginning of our marriage when I thought I would walk away because of the issues that we dealt with, with our in-laws.
• My dad never once said anything negative about my husband.
• As a parent, you don’t have to agree with everything that they do, but you have to respect them.
• We cannot force our traditions on our children.
• Work with your spouse and not against your spouse.
• Do not sacrifice your marriage to please your parents. Don’t sacrifice your marriage to please your siblings.

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I invited Therapist, CEO and Life Coach Ashley Jenkins on to discuss blended families. She gave us tips and tools on how to transition into blended families in a healthy way. 

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Practical tips on how to have fun in your relationship or marriage. Bored, feeling like roommates, stuck in a rut or trying to be proactive and not become those things this is the episode for you!

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I invited my husband on to discuss ways a couple can assess their relationship in the new year and make needed changes from the previous year. 

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A little encouragement and a prayer for you as you enter into this New Year!

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In honor of the Christmas holiday I decided to do a compilation of our top three most downloaded episodes! 

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As we prepare to close out the month of November and my month long birthday celebration, I thought "33" practical tips for the holidays would be a great way to close.  These tips will help you manage stress and keep you from getting overwhelmed with the hustle and bustle of the holidays. This will be our last episode of Season 1, but we will be back in the new year with Season 2 bigger and better!

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Today's episode is me inviting you into a part of my life. Sharing my background and my "why" on starting this podcast. I hope you enjoy!

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