On the Other Side of Momming. Because there's more to this #MomLife

Hey, Mama! It's been a while since we last sat down and talked. Life has been on 1000 since the end of season 2. Lots of things—good and bad—have taken place. But I'm back with season 3.

Justin Timberlake said he was bringing sexy back, but as a mama of three, I'm still looking for it. Because let's be honest, life after kids changes everything! Especially things in the bedroom. While giving birth can be beautiful, it can take a toll on our confidence. So, how do we navigate this new normal and find our sexy again? On today's episode, Tati and I chop it up about that and how some celebs are out here giving up multiple times a day.

Tati Richardson is co-founder of the Romance in Colour Podcast (available on all platforms). A higher education professional for two decades, Tati holds degrees in English from Clark Atlanta University and the University of North Carolina-Greensboro. A native of Atlanta, Tati lives in the suburbs with her husband and daughter. She collects red lipstick, Wonder Woman memorabilia, and unique eyewear.

Grab her debut romance novel, The Build Up, and support local bookstores by ordering here.

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CONTENT WARNING: This episode deals with the grief of a close loved one (parental death). Please take care of your mental space and peace if you decide to listen to this episode. 

Grief is a mutha—shut yo mouth!

What? I’m only talking about grief. At someone point in our lifetime, we will experience grief. Death—like taxes—is the one thing that none of us can avoid. Although, there are some folks who can avoid taxes like the plague. But that’s another topic for another day. 

In this episode, I get to talk to speak with my good sis, Ky Glover, about how she is navigating the loss of her mother. We discuss how grief has changed her world, specifically in the ways she shows up for herself, her family, and those around her. 

Kyla was raised in the fast-growing city of Huntsville, AL. She attended Oakwood University, where she studied  Communications and Business Management. After college, she worked in Corporate America, where she met and married her husband of 13 years. Together they have three children (Markajah, McKenzie, and Edward). In 2011, while climbing the ladder in Corporate America, Kyla started her career as a Makeup Artist. In 2017, she was faced with a decision; move with her transitioning department to Hanover, Maryland or step out on faith and continue growing in her career/calling as a Professional Makeup Artist. She chose faith. Kyla has grown in her career as a makeup artist, as an entrepreneur, as an empowerment speaker, and most of all, as a woman. She is the founder and creator of the “I See You Girl,” a women’s empowerment community with the mission to do sisterhood with a kingdom mindset. Kyla’s life story is full of trials, failures, brokenness, triumphs, successes, and healing. She believes that her life has equipped her with the tools to inspire, give hope, spread love, and share God’s heart for His children. 

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Chile, let's get into this one! If you're like me, you got a while before your kiddos leave the coup (your house). But we need all the tea for those who are getting ready to enter that season when the kids will leave home and venture into this world! Because let's face it, that's a huge transition for YOU, Mama. 

Today, I got an opportunity to talk to my friend, Shannon Steele Crenshaw, as she shares her journey of becoming an empty nester. 

Shannon Steele Crenshaw is a wife, mother of 3, and a business owner. Mrs. Crenshaw has worked in the areas of Mental Health Equality, Higher Education, and Vocational Rehabilitation for over 20 years. Her focus has been on Environmental Trauma and Life Transitions.

She is a proud graduate of Alabama A& M University, where she received her BS degree in Psychology. She received her two master’s degrees from the University of New Orleans in the areas of Higher Education Administration and Human Service Counseling.

She feels that clients honor her by sharing their life and growth with her. She does not hide behind silence or position and highly regards her clients as people. She truly lives by the idea of Supporting People in Achieving Their Best Life.

Hey, Mama! I heard that the streets are talking about the current dating scene. And from what I'm told there's pee, poop, and other stuff floating around. Make sure you turn the volume on up this episode. No. Seriously. Turn it up. Lol! The audio for Jam was not being friendly. 

Jamila Young is  an attorney and all things healthcare. She loves the outdoors, giving back to her community, working with students, and whipping up a  multitude of dishes in the kitchen. She is the mother of one boy, and he rules the house.

You can connect with her on IG at drhealthsquire229

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When people get married, the end goal is to stay married "till death do you part." Until it doesn't. 

This phrase is recited alongside a litany of promises made between two people. In theory, when making these vows, the hope is that both parties will remain together forever. With only death separating the two. But what happens when one person no longer wants to uphold those promises? What do you do when someone is harming the other? Or when simply things have changed? 

In today's episode, I talk with my good girlfriend about her divorce. She shares with us how she made that decision, what she hopes her daughters will learn, and her love of jujutsu. Listen, it's the jujutsu for me. 

Shana Keller is the author of BREAD FOR WORDS, A FREDERICK DOUGLASS STORY; TICKTOCK BANNEKER’S CLOCK (2021 Irma S. Black Honor Award); THE PEACH PIT PARADE; FLY, FIREFLY!; and the forthcoming picture books DO YOU KNOW THEM? (Atheneum Books for Young Readers 2024) and THE SOLE MAN (Sleeping Bear Press 2025). She has studied African American history since her first days in college and continues to write and share as many diverse and overlooked stories as possible. Originally from Oklahoma, Shana has lived all over the country and some parts of Europe. She currently calls North Carolina home and is now a single mom of two teenage girls.

When she’s not writing, you can find her on the mats practicing jiujitsu, on the beach running, in the kitchen making pumpkin cupcakes (yes, all year long), or at the library admiring all the books and checking out too many. Connect with Shana online at: http://instagram.com/theshanakellerand www.shanakeller.com Thanks to the generosity of her publisher, Sleeping Bear Press, you can enjoy several of her stories online at: https://www.youtube.com/@shanakellerauthor5948 

Today is a special episode because it's MY BIRTHDAY! That's right, ya girl is 39 and fine! 

In today's episode, I'm talking about my healing journey so far. And let me you, tell doing this as a mom is not for the faint at heart. But I'm determined to not only break generational curses and traumas, but also, I'm in the business of passing down generational blessings and wealth. Not only do my kids deserve to see a healthy and whole mother, but I also deserve to be a healthy and whole woman.

One of the best gifts I could've given myself is the permission to heal. 

Enjoy, Mama!

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Welcome to 2023, y'all! Which means that season 2 of your best mommy friend—me, Tee Moore—is back with another fun, informative, and life-giving season. 

In today's episode, I got to sit down with my baby sister and talk about her role as an aunt because, but also, listen... aunties matter! Most people have that favorite aunt in their life that shows up not only as a mother figure, but as a secret keeper, road trip warrior, and so much more. Listen, your auntie may not be the one who brings the mac-n-cheese to Thanksgiving, but she's probably the one who exposed you to the other side of life. Giving some gems that your mama was too scared to give you. Aunties are so special. And I wanted to honor our role as aunties...

Monet "Mo" Coates hails from the Golden State of California, but for over a decade, has become a certified Southern Peach. A graduate of the University of West Georgia, Mo is a budding stylist and make-up artist. When she's not flexing for the 'Gram or laughing it up on TikTok, she can be found traveling the road with her best girlfriends, getting lost in a good book, or busy building her empire. Connect with Mo on the socials:

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CONTENT WARNING: Pregnancy and loss of infant/child are discussed during this episode. Please use your best judgment when listening to the content within this episode. 

October 15 is known as national pregnancy and infant loss remembrance day. But for those women who have experienced such a devasting loss, know that they won't forget their loss after that day passes. For most of us, we carry the memories of the little humans who didn't make it in our hearts forever. 

According to the March of Dimes website "for women who know they’re pregnant, about 10 to 15 in 100 pregnancies (10 to 15 percent) end in miscarriage." 

On today's episode, I sit down with my good sis, Coretta Collins, to talk about this very sensitive topic. While we discuss our losses, we also want to make sure that we are helping those who act as a support system with how to show up and what (not) to say when this unfortunate life event happens.  

Coretta Collins is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner. She serves patients with cancer and blood conditions at the University of Alabama at Birmingham Hospital. Additionally, she is a writer who emphasizes health and wellness through her blog Confessions of a Nurse Practitioner. 

She is passionate about pregnancy loss advocacy and has published a book, Mine for a Time, that details her journey with pregnancy loss and provides support for others with similar experiences. She has also authored the CANspiration Journal, an inspirational journal specifically for people fighting cancer. With her experience in oncology, primary care, and women’s health she enjoys imparting knowledge in an engaging and practical way. Moreover, she is a wife and mother of one angel baby and three rainbow babies. She enjoys family time, music, movies, traveling, speaking, reading, and writing. 

For more information, visit her website at www.ccthenp.com.

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Friend, listen, it is can be rough out here in these motherHOOD streets. We are carrying a full load for a role that is often thankless, but yet we show up every day. We're expected to be moms, partners, co-workers, friends, and everything else. Oh, let's not forget we have to put on lotion, drink water, and work outIn. The question becomes: how Sway?? 

On today's episode, I sit down with my girl, Jem Chambers-Black, to discuss how we are managing mommy burnout. Not to mention this episode was done with the computer dying, a sick kid at home, and of course, an episode is not complete without some type of shenanigans happening. This is motherhood in real life! LOL! 

 Jem cannot say that reading and writing came naturally. Rather, these interests were inspired by pizza. At seven, her school offered free Pizza Hut and Shakey’s Pizza coupons as a reward for reading books, and Jem was sold. Eventually, the books held more interest than the pizza ever did. From reading, writing soon followed.

Born in Washington, D.C., but now lives in Los Angeles with her husband and three kids. She spent more than a decade as an Assistant  Director for film and television. She is now a literary agent for the number one literary agency in the U.S., Andrea Brown Literary Agency, where she reps clients both in children and adult literature.

When  Jem is not reading or editing–which doesn’t leave many hours in the day–she will most likely be found binge-watching something on Netflix or  Disney Plus with her family. 

You can find out more about her at www.jemiscoe.com.

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