Interviewing successful black moms and moms of color who are juggling motherhood, their careers, and finding balance - all while following their dreams. It's not perfect, but it's real motherhood. This podcast tells the journey of black moms owning the many facets of their life whether that's who to trust to watch their children, working mom life, finding out if balance is possible, self care for mothers, and maintaining relationships. Previous guests on the show have included influencer Mattie James, Julee Wilson, the Beauty Director at Essence Magazine, Dr. Joy Harden Bradford of Therapy for Black Girls, and Felecia Hatcher of Black Tech Week, all moms with successful careers. We are more than just moms. Join host, Rachel Pierre for a talk about how to do it all - if that's even possible.
118 Available Episodes (118 Total)Average duration: 00:30:19
Mar 24, 2023
When Comparison Starts to Creep In
00:23:25
Comparison can come from anywhere and make you question everything you know as a mother. Darline and Rachel talk about who they compare their parenting to and what they take away.
Mar 18, 2023
Everyone Needs Time
00:29:45
Darline and Rachel talk what it looks like to get some time away while dealing with things at home.
Mar 03, 2023
I want what I want!
00:28:04
Have you ever just wanted to know when you're going to get what you want for a change? Darline and Rachel figure out what to do with these feelings and discuss how they are managing and coping with the sacrifice of motherhood.
Feb 08, 2023
What is your mom style?
00:22:19
Darline and Rachel discuss how their style has evolved over the years. The two moms are switching things up by getting their outfits ready for every outing - date night, PTA meeting, Sunday brunch.
Jan 28, 2023
When your kid's schedule is insane...
00:27:45
The boys are starting to get busy and Rachel and Darline aren't sure how to manage just yet. Sports, music lessons, and activities are taking over. In this episode we discuss how to check our ego's in the midst of raising our kids to be amazing superstars and how to set some boundaries around extracurricular activities.
Jan 13, 2023
When We Feel Like Good Mothers
00:25:58
This week's episode gets a little personal. Rachel and Darline share the singular moments when they feel like good mothers and what that actually means.
Jan 06, 2023
Are We Really Ready for 2023?
00:23:50
This week Darline and Rachel catch up and share their true feelings about ringing in the new year. Plus, they discuss what they plan to do this year and what they are looking forward to.
Nov 01, 2022
That time you go over the edge
00:32:15
Darline and Rachel talk about the times when they have lost a little patience in motherhood. We've all been there, here's how we handle it.
Oct 18, 2022
The Business of Motherhood
00:28:20
This week we discuss how we can apply business practices to motherhood and hopefully make our lives run more smoothly.
Oct 10, 2022
Making Tough Decisions For Our Children
00:32:58
How do you balance making decisions for your child when they are their own person? How do you decide what they do, where they go, how they interact with others while keeping their best interest in mind. Darline and Rachel discuss making decisions for another person.
Mar 24 | 00:23:25
When Comparison Starts to Creep In
Mar 18 | 00:29:45
Everyone Needs Time
Mar 03 | 00:28:04
I want what I want!
Feb 08 | 00:22:19
What is your mom style?
Jan 28 | 00:27:45
When your kid's schedule is insane...
Jan 13 | 00:25:58
When We Feel Like Good Mothers
Jan 06 | 00:23:50
Are We Really Ready for 2023?
Nov 01 | 00:32:15
That time you go over the edge
Oct 18 | 00:28:20
The Business of Motherhood
Oct 10 | 00:32:58
Making Tough Decisions For Our Children
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