We Have 25 Kids Between All of Us with Karen Derrico
Karen Derrico, mom of the TLC show Doubling Down with The Derrico's joins the Mama’s to talk about the upcoming season and how they make it work with 14 children.
May 20, 2024•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 89
The Mama's Den
Welcome to The Mama's Den! This podcast features R&B singer Melanie Fiona, writer Ashley Chea, and Black Love founder Codie Elaine Oliver - 3 mamas with 9 kids between them - having honest conversations about life, love, and all the messy, magical moments of motherhood and sisterhood. Every week, they’re keeping it real with stories, laughs, lessons, and a little advice that hopefully helps you with your journey in raising kids. This is the show the Mamas wish they had before becoming moms. So whether you’re a mama, daddy, auntie, uncle, or part of the village - tap into The Mama’s Den. They got you!
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Episodes
Mama Glow with Latham Thomas
Latham Thomas, founder of Mama Glow is joining The Mama’s Den to talk about self care, wellness and the work she’s doing to advocate for Mama’s everywhere.
May 13, 2024•37 min•Ep. 88
Don't Take It Personal
This week the Mama’s talk through how to deal when your little one gets rejected.
May 06, 2024•54 min•Ep. 87
Ask An OBGYN with Dr. Kendra
This week in the Mama's Den is OBGYN Dr. Kendra, answering questions about fibroids, when to take your daughters to see an OB and finding the right birth control.
Apr 29, 2024•1 hr 27 min•Ep. 86
First Time Mama's Guide
If only we knew "this" before becoming Mamas, but now that we do, hopefully this helps a mama, auntie, or anyone raising up a child.
Apr 22, 2024•34 min•Ep. 85
These Kids Are Booked and Busy
We're sharing tips on how to navigate the children's schedules with all these extra curricular activities.
Apr 15, 2024•32 min•Ep. 84
Empowering Black Mamas with Midwife Kim Durdin
We’re using this episode to bring awareness to Black Maternal Health Week with midwife/doula and founder of Kindred Spaces LA Kim Durdin .
Apr 08, 2024•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 83
No Days Off
Whether you have a career or you’re staying home with the kids – let’s face it, moming is still a 24hr job with no PTO. Also don't forget to support Mama Ashley, her book The Forever Journey drops on April 2nd!
Apr 01, 2024•51 min•Ep. 82
What Type of Parent Are You?
Crying, lying and parenting -- The Mama's talk through all the things that helped to define their parenting styles to raise these chilrennn oh and we shed a few tears.
Mar 25, 2024•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 81
Churrrch
This week the mama's are talking about how to navigate the questions of spirituality and religion with our little ones and how our personal beliefs play a role in our parenting.
Mar 18, 2024•35 min•Ep. 80
The Stanley Cup Dilemma
The mama’s share their tips on what they do to school their little ones on the value of a dollar. Our friends at the podcast Good Moms Bad Choices are going on tour. Go to https://goodmomsbadchoices.com/tour for more info!
Mar 11, 2024•41 min•Ep. 79
Pep Talk To My Younger Self
Now that we are adults, here's the conversation we’d tell our younger selves.
Mar 04, 2024•36 min•Ep. 78
New Year, New-merology
We’re back Mama’s, 2024 is already in full swing and we’re sharing our goals and intentions for the new year plus we get a reading from a numerologist, because you know how we like to look to the stars.
Feb 26, 2024•46 min•Ep. 77
It's Time for Mariah!!!
Whether you love Mariah Carey as much as the mamas do, we hope you can appreciate the transformative experience Ashley, Melanie, Felicia, and Codie had seeing The Queen of Christmas together at the Hollywood Bowl. Special shoutout to Ashley who made it all happen! Today, we recap the experience, discuss the value of friendships, old and new, and the impact music has on us and our inner children. Plus, Melanie opens up about an emotional experience she had with her mom at the concert...you might ...
Dec 11, 2023•39 min•Ep. 76
Life, Partnership...and Chaos
Let's be honest, Village, today was chaotic but we got there! The Mamas get into all things marriage & partnership. Fee, Codie, Melanie, and Ashley discuss how to move through challenges with your partner, which relationships they look to for inspiration, and what it means to choose your partner. While they all have different relationships and perspectives, they're all in agreement that in every marriage - you have to just do you! So Village, how do you face challenges in your marriage? Are ...
Dec 04, 2023•36 min•Ep. 75
Life and Friendships are Marathons
Get your tissues, Village. Things get a little emotional on this episode as Codie, Ashley, and Melanie talk about the dynamics of adult friendships, self-awareness... and half-marathons. Two of the Mamas even work through a conflict in their own friendship and shed a few tears along the way. But it's important to note, no matter what anybody thinks, know that you're capable of doing whatever you set your mind to Mamas! Mama's Den Village, how do you resolve issues in your adult friendships? Is t...
Nov 27, 2023•44 min•Ep. 74
Celebrate Yourself!
Welcome back Mamas, today is all about birthdays! Codie, Ashley, and Melanie discuss how they celebrate their children's birthdays, the value of experiences over parties, and embracing getting older. Plus, as Ashley's birthday approaches, she opens up about the difficulties of having a birthday around the holidays and how her birthday celebrations have evolved since losing her sister. So Village, what is your ideal birthday celebration? How do you celebrate and embrace getting a year older? Get ...
Nov 20, 2023•36 min•Ep. 73
Going International….Without the Kids
Felicia's back, Village! So it's only right she gives all the tea - and revelations - from her trip to Thailand. The Mamas also get into their perspectives on letting your partner take care of everything, spirituality within your family, and feeling mom guilt while away from your children. While Fe, Codie, Ashley and Melanie all have different points of view, they're in agreement that every Mama deserves to make time for herself (and her partner) without the children from time to time! So Villag...
Nov 13, 2023•35 min•Ep. 72
Secure Relationships With Your Kids, Partners, & Parents
Okay Mamas, social media sparks a lot of conversations these days. So Codie, Ashley, and Melanie are giving their opinions about a post shared on Instagram that listed 5 things parents should do if they want to have a secure relationship with their children. The Mamas also talk about holding space for their children’s emotions and reflect on their relationships with their own mothers. Mama's Den Village, do you agree with the 5 steps of having a secure relationship with your child? Do you have a...
Nov 06, 2023•32 min•Ep. 71
More Than “Just” a Mother
What’s happening, Mamas? Felicia is in Thailand living her best life while Codie, Melanie, and Ashley are talking about what it means to be just a mother - and more. The Mamas also explore what it means to truly be living in your purpose and supporting your kids’ decisions despite what you may want for them! So Village, are you fulfilling your childhood dreams or did you figure out your purpose later in life? Let us know your point of view over at podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can fill out our f...
Oct 30, 2023•40 min•Ep. 70
Love, Healing and Friendships
Let’s be honest Village, life can be hard. But understanding our own emotions and verbalizing how we're feeling can make some days a lot less difficult. In this episode, the Mamas discuss their perspectives on learning about themselves through their children, how they show their emotions in different situations, and how their astrological chart comes into play with who they are. The Mamas also dive deep into navigating friendships through different growth paths. And we can’t forget to shout out ...
Oct 23, 2023•48 min•Ep. 69
It’s Holiday Season: Time To Get Festive!
Welcome back Village! As Halloween approaches, the Mamas discuss their family costumes, traditions, and what decorating looks like at their house (or lack thereof). Codie, Ashely, and Felicia even convert Melanie into the Halloween spirit! But an interesting debate begins when Ashley mentions she’s really just ready for Christmas and Mariah Carey! So Mama’s Den Village, what does Halloween look like in your household? Do you have an iconic family costume idea you want to share with us? Let us kn...
Oct 16, 2023•26 min•Ep. 68
Don’t Get Too Comfortable… Everyone’s Evolving
What’s up Village? Are you experiencing a shift with how you parent? Codie, Ashley, Felicia and Melanie definitely are as the mamas give their different perspectives on the ever-changing balancing act of navigating their children’s emotions. Plus Fe shares why we all might need to call a behavioral therapist!So Mama’s Den Village, what are your current parenting growing pains with your children? So Mama's Den Village, what's on your mind? Let us know over at podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can Fil...
Oct 09, 2023•40 min•Ep. 67
Boundaries, Communication and Are You There God? It's Us, The Mamas.
Mama's Den village! You've been asking and the Mama's are here to answer! What? Your questions. An Island Mama in Antigua (shout out to our international listeners!) needs some advice finding balance. Riley in Vegas needs help with setting up boundaries with her mother and with dealing with unsolicited parenting advice. Plus Yas in Atlanta is wondering what to do when looking for that connection with a god or higher power, but not necessarily with a specific religion. So Mama's Den Village, what...
Oct 02, 2023•40 min•Ep. 66
Mommy Needs a Mental Health Day
How we doing Mamas? Let's count today as our check in because Felicia, Ashley & Melanie are talking about what they do to help explain their mental health needs to their children cause sometimes Mommy needs a mental health day. We have to be able to advocate for ourselves in a healthy way so our children know how to advocate for themselves in a healthy way! The ladies are going into speaking up, being true to who you are and teaching your children to do the same. So Mama's Den Village, do yo...
Sep 25, 2023•32 min•Ep. 65
We Are Each Other's Biggest Fans
After a short break our Mamas are back and Felicia has a question: What are we working on in our lives personally and professionally? From reconnecting with ourselves spiritually, to new coaches, new books and new music A LOT has changed. The one thing we do know, we are all soooo excited for our friends and this new season of growth for all of us. So Mama's Den Village, what is new in your world? Let us know over at podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can Fill out our form. PLUS you can always submit...
Sep 18, 2023•28 min•Ep. 64
TMD Vault: Allow Us to (re) Introduce Ourselves
Are you new to the Mama's Den? Maybe you just don't know where to start? We know that some of y'all aren't going to go all the way back into our catalog to learn about all the Mamas. That's why we went deep into the vault (Think June 2021) to get access to the first episode of The Mama's Den ever recorded. We're talking about before we settled on a name! Listen in as our Mamas, Ashley Chea, Melanie Fiona, Felicia La Tour and Codie Elaine Oliver share their journeys to marriage, motherhood and ev...
Aug 28, 2023•29 min•Ep. 63
TMD Vault: Sometimes Submission is a Love Language
Hey Mamas Den Village! We're going into the vault today for a NEVER BEFORE heard episode from June 2022. Why was it never heard? Well, so you can hear it now! Let's talk about submission? Is it a dirty word? Why do some women feel that it's a non-starter in relationships? What do our ladies (minus Codie who was out filming The Perfect Find which you can watch right now on Netflix), think about submission? How else does submission tie into other facets of love and relationships? If you have a que...
Aug 21, 2023•21 min•Ep. 62
Introducing: Parenting for the Culture, a show from The Black Love Podcast Network
Hey Mama's Den Village! Our ladies are out this week, but we want to introduce you to our friend Charisse Sims and her podcast Parenting for the Culture! Charisse is a mama of 6 (!), wife, and early childhood educator who knows a little about the ins and outs of parenting and more specifically GENTLE PARENTING. One common issue that keeps coming up is that "I just don't know where to start!" Look, that's valid. It seems like these days everyone has a different definition of what exactly gentle p...
Aug 14, 2023•26 min
Who Are We Outside of Motherhood?
A change in Felicia's co-parenting arrangement has her discovering more about who she is without being a full-time mother. This, in turn, has her wondering if the rest of the Mama's Den crew knows exactly who they are outside of motherhood and how they came to those realizations. PLUS what does it look like to try and find balance inside of motherhood with partners, fathers, and even the children? What are those expectations of what it is to be a mom? How are we handling the thought and concept ...
Aug 07, 2023•41 min•Ep. 61
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