In this episode, I share some tips that I've learned to help me earn more from applying for jobs and doing interviews to career development. Secure your spot for the cruise: https://www.singleblackmotherhood.com/single-moms-cruise Connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/singleblackmotherhood/ Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/singleblackmotherhood/ Visit the site: https://www.singleblackmotherhood.com
Aug 07, 2018•27 min
In this episode, I share my personal pregnancy story, why having a doula was beneficial, and lessons I've learned. Secure your spot for the cruise: https://www.singleblackmotherhood.com/single-moms-cruise Connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/singleblackmotherhood/ Visit the site: https://www.singleblackmotherhood.com
Aug 01, 2018•31 min
In this episode, I got to chat with Alaina of Unashamed Growth. We discussed: -Infertility -Seeking counseling, quitting, and going back -Coping with becoming pregnant after being divorced -Experiencing shame -Coparenting -Work/life balance or the lack thereof -What self-care looks like as a mom of twins -Using supplements to maintain energy levels AND MORE Connect with Alaina on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amayes/ Visit her blog: http://unashamedgrowth.com Connect with me on Instagram:...
Jul 19, 2018•50 min
In this episode I got to sit down and chat with Moniqua about her experience during pregnancy as a single mom. We discuss: -How her child's father initially wanted her to have an abortion -How she felt in the beginning -Decisions to coparent -Being raised by a single mom and how her situation is different -Her support system -How she plans to manage her time AND MORE Visit her site: https://moniqualashae.com Connect with her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moniqualashae/ Connect with me ...
Jul 12, 2018•42 min
In this episode I got to chat with Martine about the start of her journey into Single Motherhood by choice! We discussed: -Her WHY -Methods she tried -Out of pocket cost vs cost paid by insurance -Support of her family -Sacrifices made -Choosing a fertility specialist -Saving for the process -Her biggest struggles -What the donor process was like AND MORE Follow along on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbjYMBwwZzeOsxAh4G0lMHA Follow Martine on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smbc7...
Jul 06, 2018•1 hr 20 min
In this episode, I get to chat with Dr. Sophia Reed, National Certified Counselor. We discuss: -Some common issues Dr. Sophia sees in her clients -Why she decided to become a counselor and how it's helped her parent a bit different from most -How our actions and decisions affect our children -When and why she decided to actually apply Christian principles to her life -Her decision to create a devotional, specifically for moms AND MORE Connect with Dr. Sophia on Instagram: https://www.instagram.c...
Jun 29, 2018•56 min
In this episode, I got a chance to sit down with Kendria Johnson, founder of Single Mom Legacy. We discussed: -How she transitioned from a single mom to a married mom -The distant relationship with her parents -What depression looks like -How your mistakes are not the end of the world -Why you should think about the legacy you want to leave for your kids -Why you should stop making excuses for yourself -Learning to accept help -How going to therapy has influenced her decision to become a counsel...
Jun 23, 2018•56 min
In this episode, I share the ticket cost, some things I learned, and how the things I learned relate to my life. Join the community of Single Black Moms: https://www.facebook.com/groups/singleblackmotherhood/ Connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/singleblackmotherhood/ Check out the website: https://www.singleblackmotherhood.com
Jun 18, 2018•24 min
In this episode, I got to chat with Dr. Michelle Vaughn (MV) who went from being a teen mom to an associate college dean to becoming an owner of a non-profit, The Teen & Single Mother Resource Center. We discuss: -How she felt being a teen mom -What inspired her on this journey to become passionate about helping single moms -Common issues that she has seen -How she is able to help single become gain the confidence to believe in themselves to seek degrees and become homeowners -Why we are mor...
Jun 09, 2018•31 min
In this episode, I get to chat with Desirae about attending graduate school. We discuss: -Why she decided to attend -How she's paying for it -How she manages single motherhood and graduate school -What her day-to-day life is like -Why I don't want to attend graduate school just to say I have a degree -How she keeps her sanity AND MORE Interested in creating your own site? Get the replay here: https://www.singleblackmotherhood.com/myfirstsite Connect with Desirae on Instagram: https://www.instagr...
Jun 02, 2018•1 hr 23 min
In this episode, I get the chance to chat with Terra, founder of Respect the Queen, LLC, who pursued her passion and went from pain to purpose! We discuss: -why Terra left Corporate America -why it's important for us to dig deep and gain clarity -if there is a such thing as balance -how she's able to run her business as a single mom of two -what success should be defined as -why single moms should have a coach or someone that they could go to -why you can't seem to stay consistent and stop procr...
May 24, 2018•1 hr 6 min
In this episode, I get the chance to sit down and chat with Nakisha Wynn, mother of four, who went from simply starting a blog to share her journey and build a community to actually monetizing it. We discussed: -how she became a single mom -why she started the blog -how she managed to get the blog up and running while working a traditional 9-5 -what kinds of income she's able to generate from the blog -how she was able to get attracted by brands in her city -who keeps her kids while she attends ...
May 18, 2018•1 hr 4 min
In this episode, I sit down to chat with Valencia, creator of Millionairess Mama, to talk about her journey from side hustles to debt freedom as a divorced single mom. We discuss: -sacrifices she made -how many side hustles she had -what her debt consisted of -why she had to change her money mindset -why we should focus on paying off high interest debt first vs paying off the accounts with low balances -why we should have money talks with our children -why forming personal boundaries is essentia...
May 10, 2018•56 min
In this episode, I decided to get questions from my listeners and answer for my birthday. The following questions are answered in this episode: What is the most impactful advice you have heard from the moms you have interviewed? What do you hope your podcast will do for other moms? What made you start this blog/business helping single moms? Were there any blocks when starting and how did you overcome them? What advice would you give for someone wanting to start an online business/blog but don’t ...
May 04, 2018•30 min
In this episode, I sit down to talk with Terri, mother of three and founder of The Single Moms Universitee, to discuss building confidence as a single mom. We discuss: -how she got over the pity party and developed several businesses -what it was like to try and fail countless times -getting rid of people who didn't benefit her -how feeling defeated and broke led to the creation of the Single Moms Universitee -how she built her confidence while feeling defeated -why you should decide how YOU wan...
Apr 28, 2018•58 min
In this episode, I'm giving you tips on how to save for travel! -Determine where you want to go -Set a budget -Create an online savings account and be specific with the name -Automate your savings -Book the trip and make monthly payments -Travel during off seasons -Save on baggage and travel light with a carry-on -Consider splitting costs with another mom -Use a travel card and earn miles **only if you're financially responsible -Set a portion of your income tax aside for travel -Find a side hus...
Apr 21, 2018•11 min
In this episode, I sit down to chat with Kelley, founder of Traveling With Cute Luggage. We discuss: -How depression & anxiety led her to travel -What made her think about bringing her kids along -Our first trip with the kids -What a travel consultant does and the difference between a travel agent -What a host agency is -The best time to contact a travel consultant in your planning process -Why there are deposits and fees -Why deposits are nonrefundable -Travel insurance -Why you should trav...
Mar 31, 2018•55 min
In this episode, I sit down to chat with Bianca, a 29-year-old mom, who has been traveling full-time with her son for 11 months. We discuss: -how she's able to support their lifestyle financially -paying off debt -living in passion -why she chose van life and how "Off the Grid with a Kid" began -how she didn't plan to bring her son along to do van life "I made a promise to prosper when my child was two weeks old..." -Bionca Smith -why she decided to enroll him in homeschool -what her daily life ...
Mar 17, 2018•1 hr 3 min
In this episode, I share my tips on traveling on a budget. I talk about: -Cost of a passport -Favorite sites to check flight prices -Signing up for various mailing lists -Comparing Air BnB to a hotel -Checking reviews -Searching Instagram hashtags -How to find activities -How to determine what transportation will be like App mentioned: Hopper Sign up for Ebates: http://bit.ly/2oTvhrN Forgot to mention: Checking Groupon and talking to locals to find out where the best spots are Connect with me on...
Mar 09, 2018•24 min
In this episode, I get the privilege to sit down and chat with Darcel Rivers, founder of The Mahogany Way, who believes that you should always give yourself some grace. We discuss: -What a typical day is like -How Darcel is able to keep up with her day -Using a planner -The difference between Unschooling & Homeschooling "You don't have to learn everything from a curriculum." Unschooling sheds what you've learned with traditional schooling. No grades, no quizzes, no tests, no standardized tes...
Mar 01, 2018•1 hr 9 min
In this episode, we pick up where we left off from part I. We discuss: -qualities one should posses when looking to date people of higher stature such as doctors, CEOs, engineers, etc. -what influenced Dominique's decision to become a matchmaker, divorce mediator, and life/relationship coach -why waiting until your toddler goes to college to date is a bad idea -why you should forgive yourself for the bad relationship mistakes that you've made and vow not to make those mistakes again "Who you are...
Feb 17, 2018•48 min
In this episode, I get to sit down with Dominique, matchmaker, certified Divorce Mediator, and Life/Relationship Coach, to discuss dating for single parents. Dominique had her first child at 23 and was with her children's father for five to seven years. She was single for about two years and dating was not even a thought. She returned to church and ended up meeting her significant other there. We discuss: -Why people claim they are okay with being single -How you can prepare to date -When you sh...
Feb 10, 2018•53 min
In today’s episode, I sit down to chat with Makasa, a former engineer, who is now a work at home mom. Makasa found out she was pregnant one or two months after breaking up with her high school sweetheart and has been a single mom since pregnancy. Her child’s father was very involved for the first two to three years of her daughter’s life. Before her third birthday, Makasa found out he was married. She was working as a single mom as a manufacturer engineer 50-70 hrs a week, including weekends. Sh...
Feb 02, 2018•39 min
In this episode, I talk about what it was like relocating without family nearby. If you are thinking about relocating alone with you and your child, I recommend: 1. Saving at least 3-6 months worth of expenses, if possible 2. Trying to get a job before moving (using someone's address in the area if possible) 3. Figuring out what area you want to live in and trying to visit 4. Researching the area and seeing what the cost of living is like 5. Connecting with some locals via social media, maybe ev...
Jan 27, 2018•31 min
In this episode, I sit down to talk with my friend Ron about co-parenting. We discuss: -Types of co-parenting -Benefits of co-parenting -Working with the other parent -Ron putting himself on Child Support
Jan 17, 2018•53 min
In this episode, I share 10 keys to setting goals. 1. Change Your Mindset 2. Reflect on the Previous Year 3. Set Goal Categories 4. Set SMART goals SMART = Specific, Measure, Attainable, Relevant, Timely 5. Write your goals down. 6. Make actionable plans to reach those goals. 7. Prioritize. 8. Hold yourself accountable first. 9. Find an accountability partner, if needed. 10. Review your progress & celebrate. Visit the website at singleblackmotherhood.com
Jan 17, 2018•11 min
In this episode, I share a little bit of my story, why I decided to podcast, what the podcast is going to be about, and what you can expect. If you know anyone that is interested in sharing their story or if you have suggestions for future topics, email Kim at singleblackmotherhood@gmail.com Connect with Kim on Instagram @singleblackmotherhood
Jan 17, 2018•16 min
