Melanie Fiona

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  1. A Mama’s Den Reintroduction, Part 2: Going From Four Mamas to Three

    06/30/2025

    A Mama’s Den Reintroduction, Part 2: Going From Four Mamas to Three

    A few weeks ago, we dropped Mama’s Den Reintroduction Part 1 - if you missed it, go run that back! In Part 2, we pick up where we left off…but this time, we’re officially down one Mama. Codie, Ashley, and Melanie open up about Felicia’s decision to step away from the show to pursue her next chapter (we love you and love this for you, Fee!). The Mamas also get real about where they are now - juggling motherhood, entrepreneurship, and personal growth - while doing their best to choose joy and lean on community. If you’re out here doing the best with what you’ve got, this is your reminder: joy is still on the table. ________________________  We love getting Listener Letters! Send any thoughts or questions for the Mamas at podcasts@blacklove.com. Make sure you connect with our Mamas: Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls Codie - @codieco Melanie - @melaniefiona ________________________  LOVE BLACK LOVE?  Subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/blacklove?s... For more Black Love interviews and articles, visit http://www.BlackLove.com Follow  Facebook: blacklovedoc Instagram: blacklove   Tiktok: blackloveinc #BlackLoveDoc  #blacklove  #blacklovemagic Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    50 min
  2. RUN IT BACK More than "Just" A Mother

    07/21/2025

    RUN IT BACK More than "Just" A Mother

    This is a timeless episode from a time when a then 5-year old Asiyah asked Ashley "What do you want to be when you grow up?" Ashley was not pleased! 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, Mama's Den 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 always submit a DM on IG at @themamasdenpodcast. Make sure you connect with our Mamas: Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls Codie - @codieco Melanie - @melaniefiona Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    38 min
  3. Sleep Training for Newborns (and the Whole Family) with Brandi Jordan

    07/07/2025

    Sleep Training for Newborns (and the Whole Family) with Brandi Jordan

    Is your kid’s bedtime routine a sweet dream…or a beautiful nightmare? In this episode, the Mamas are joined by Brandi Jordan - pediatric sleep specialist, postpartum doula, lactation consultant, and professional baby whisperer. Brandi breaks down how sleep actually works, from healthy newborn sleep habits to setting boundaries with big kids who still crawl into your bed. She talks about dream feeds, developmental milestones, co-sleeping vs. the cry-it-out method, and how to create the right environment for restful sleep - for your little ones and yourself. Because yes, Village, your sleep matters too. Check out Brandi’s agency - The Cradle Company, her podcast "Dear Doula", and follow her on Instagram @brandi_jordan_official for more tips. ________________________  We love getting Listener Letters! Send any thoughts or questions for the Mamas at podcasts@blacklove.com. Make sure you connect with our Mamas: Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls Codie - @codieco Melanie - @melaniefiona ________________________  LOVE BLACK LOVE?  Subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/blacklove?s... For more Black Love interviews and articles, visit http://www.BlackLove.com Follow  Facebook: blacklovedoc  Instagram: blacklove  Tiktok: blackloveinc #BlackLoveDoc  #blacklove  #blacklovemagic Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    48 min
  4. Sex Education for Parents - with Shan Boodram

    09/08/2025

    Sex Education for Parents - with Shan Boodram

    Get ready for a crash course in sex ed! Sexologist and certified sex educator Shan Boodram breaks down what healthy sexual development looks like for kids and teens. From teaching body awareness to navigating first crushes, romantic relationships, and intimacy - Shan shares how to have open, age-appropriate conversations with your children. Trigger Warning: the conversation also offers advice and insights around sexual assault and how to empower children to speak up. This episode is packed with tools and resources to help parents guide their kids through one of the most important (and often overlooked) parts of growing up. For more resources, go to LoversByShan.com. Also check out Shan’s Sex Ed Crash Course on YouTube and her MasterClass (The Art of Sex Appeal). ________________________  We love getting Listener Letters! Send any thoughts or questions for the Mamas  at podcasts@blacklove.com. Make sure you connect with our Mamas: Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls Codie - @codieco Melanie - @melaniefiona Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    49 min
  5. RUN IT BACK Celebrate Yourself!

    07/28/2025

    RUN IT BACK Celebrate Yourself!

    Y'all welcome to this oldie but goodie - we are throwing it back to an conversation that brought out some feelings. Mamas, we often celebrate others and stress ourselves out over our kids' birthdays but, in this episode, Codie, Ashley, and Melanie discuss the value of experiences versus parties, embracing getting older, and Ashley annual emotional response to her birthday......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 in on the conversation and let us know over at podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can always submit a DM on IG @themamasdenpodcast Make sure you connect with our Mamas: Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls Codie - @codieco Melanie - @melaniefiona

    36 min
  6. Would You Rather?...Motherhood Edition

    08/25/2025

    Would You Rather?...Motherhood Edition

    Would you rather your kid have lice…or the stomach flu?? In this episode, the Mamas play a game of Would You Rather? - unpacking everything from funny hypotheticals to real-life boundaries and the many messy moments in parenting. It’s a lighthearted convo full of laughs, real talk, and proof that every mama has her own way of handling motherhood in the wild. ________________________  We love getting Listener Letters! Send any thoughts or questions for the Mamas at podcasts@blacklove.com. Make sure you connect with our Mamas: Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls Codie - @codieco Melanie - @melaniefiona ________________________  We love getting Listener Letters! Send any thoughts or questions for the Mamas at podcasts@blacklove.com. Make sure you connect with our Mamas on IG: @themamasdenpodcast Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls Codie - @codieco  Melanie - @melaniefiona For more Black Love interviews and articles, and to watch The Mama's Den podcast, visit www.BlackLove.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    39 min
  7. Charles Johnson on Single Dad Life: It’s Beautiful Chaos

    09/01/2025

    Charles Johnson on Single Dad Life: It’s Beautiful Chaos

    The Mamas are joined by Charles Johnson, single dad and founder of the nonprofit 4Kira4Moms. After losing his wife Kira during childbirth, Charles turned his pain into purpose - advocating (all the way to Congress) to end maternal mortality while navigating the hardship and humor of raising his two sons. In this episode, Charles gets real about solo parenting, finding work-life balance, and building the village it takes to do it all. He reminds us that joy and grief can live in the same house - and that showing up for your kids and your purpose is a powerful act of love and legacy. Go to 4Kira4Moms.com to get involved and advocate for better maternal health outcomes. ________________________  We love getting Listener Letters! Send any thoughts or questions for the Mamas at podcasts@blacklove.com. Make sure you connect with our Mamas: Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls Codie - @codieco Melanie - @melaniefiona Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    1h 2m
  8. More Than A Mommy

    04/15/2020

    More Than A Mommy

    In honor of #EllisVowRenewal2020, Khadeen is throwing herself a second bridal shower. But this time, instead of focusing on the honeymoon, Khadeen is turning to her friends and fellow boss moms Melanie Fiona (@melaniefiona) and Codie Elaine Oliver (@codieco) to share stories, tips, and advice on how to balance their identities and ambitions with their marriages, children, and work. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1h 12m
  9. Bozoma Saint John on Love and Loss...The Small Stuff Doesn’t Matter

    06/23/2025

    Bozoma Saint John on Love and Loss...The Small Stuff Doesn’t Matter

    Bozoma Saint John is a Badass Mama! From single motherhood to climbing the corporate ladder as a marketing exec, launching her hair brand Eve by Boz, and starring on The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills - Boz has done it all! But behind the glam is a woman shaped by hard-earned lessons in self-love, loss, and unstoppable growth. In this episode, Boz opens up about losing a child, becoming a widow, and being a Black woman in the boardroom...and how these moments empowered her to stand on business in every role she takes on. Through it all, Boz has not just survived, but thrived - led by intuition, divine timing, and trust in divine intervention. ________________________  We love getting Listener Letters! Send any thoughts or questions for the Mamas at podcasts@blacklove.com. Make sure you connect with our Mamas & guest: Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls Codie - @codieco Melanie - @melaniefiona Bozoma - @badassboz ________________________  LOVE BLACK LOVE?  Subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/blacklove?s... For more Black Love interviews and articles, visit http://www.BlackLove.com Follow  Facebook: blacklovedoc   Instagram: blacklove   Tiktok: blackloveinc #BlackLoveDoc  #blacklove  #blacklovemagic Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    1h 7m
  10. RUN IT BACK Secure Relationships with Your Kids, Partners, and Parents

    07/14/2025

    RUN IT BACK Secure Relationships with Your Kids, Partners, and Parents

    We are running it back to this fun conversation from 2023....We all know 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 another step you would add to the conversation? Let us know your point of view over at podcasts@blacklove.com. PLUS you can always hit us up over on Instagram at @themamasdenpodcast Make sure you connect with our Mamas: Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls Codie - @codieco Melanie - @melaniefiona Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    32 min
  11. The Snapback (part 1)

    04/11/2022

    The Snapback (part 1)

    Y'all, Codie has a secret: she is obsessed with women's bodies. Especially women's bodies post pregnancy.  So today, the Mamas are discussing their own body image pre an post pregnancy. What has their journey looked like, and what exactly did they feel through it? Do they still hold any insecurities? Listen in to part one* of this conversation as the Mamas get real about their bodies and the ins and outs of body image.  *This conversation took place before our Mamas added two new little ones to their families. To hear part two make sure you're following the podcast to be the first to know when it drops Make sure you tell the Mamas what you think!  Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls Codie - @codieco Felicia - @felicialatour Melanie - @melaniefiona ======== Season 3 of Couch Conversations is HERE and it's featuring your favorite Auntie and Uncle, Tabitha and Chance Brown! The only place to watch it RIGHT NOW is on  Black Love+  . Black Love+ is the premier destination for all things Black Love. Download it today from your favorite app store and join in on the conversation! Connect with us: @blacklove on Instagram @blacklovedoc on Facebook @blacklovedoc on Twitter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    35 min
  12. The "M" Word with Dr. Kendra

    10/07/2024

    The "M" Word with Dr. Kendra

    Hot flashes, body changes, mood swings…oh my! Dr. Kendra Segura is in the The Mama's Den to chat all things perimenopause and menopause.

    47 min
  13. Miracle Babies, Ovulation Calendars, and The Failed Pullout: Going From A Mom of 1 to 2…or 3

    01/27/2025

    Miracle Babies, Ovulation Calendars, and The Failed Pullout: Going From A Mom of 1 to 2…or 3

    The Mamas reminisce about their journey to adding baby #2 (or babies #2 and #3 for Codie!), and share the ups and downs of managing the unique logistics and personalities that come with a growing family. From pregnancy stories to juggling schedules and sibling dynamics, this episode dives into the tools, challenges, and unforgettable memories that come with expanding your crew. ====== Send any thoughts or questions for the mamas at podcasts@blacklove.com. Make sure you connect with our Mamas: Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls Codie - @codieco Felicia - @felicialatour Melanie - @melaniefiona Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    32 min
  14. A Mama's Den Reintroduction, Part 1: We Do It For the Village

    06/16/2025

    A Mama's Den Reintroduction, Part 1: We Do It For the Village

    We recently put out a listener survey and the results are in...y’all want more from the Mamas! So in this episode, while Felicia’s off handling her business (we’re so proud of you, Fee!), Codie, Melanie, and Ashley reintroduce themselves, reflecting on how they became the women and mothers they are today. From unplanned pregnancies and navigating pregnancy without health insurance, to finding purpose in motherhood and building community through The Mama’s Den - the Mamas open up about why honest conversations matter and why they keep showing up for the Village. ====== We love getting Listener Letters! Send any thoughts or questions for the Mamas at podcasts@blacklove.com. Make sure you connect with our Mamas: Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls Codie - @codieco Felicia - @felicialatour Melanie - @melaniefiona ________________________  LOVE BLACK LOVE?  Subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/blacklove?s... For more Black Love interviews and articles, visit http://www.BlackLove.com Follow us on - Facebook: blacklovedoc   Instagram: blacklove   Tiktok: blackloveinc #BlackLoveDoc #blacklove #blacklovemagic Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    42 min
  15. Kerry Washington on Being A Bad-Ass Mama On the Big Screen and In Real Life

    05/05/2025

    Kerry Washington on Being A Bad-Ass Mama On the Big Screen and In Real Life

    Kerry Washington is in the Den! The Emmy-winning actress, activist, and mom of three joins the Mamas to talk about her latest film, Shadow Force, and what it’s like to play a badass mom on-screen while navigating wife-and-mom life behind the scenes. Kerry gets real about everything from her parenting partnership with her husband, Nnamdi Asomugha, to the moment she learned her father isn’t her biological dad - and how that revelation reshaped her personal and professional journey. Kerry and the Mamas also dive into what it takes to build a support system (it's okay to ask for help!) and how love is the greatest thing we can give ourselves.  ====== We love getting Listener Letters! Send any thoughts or questions for the Mamas at podcasts@blacklove.com. Make sure you connect with our Mamas: Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls Codie - @codieco Felicia - @felicialatour Melanie - @melaniefiona Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    44 min
  16. Empowering Black Mamas with Midwife Kim Durdin

    04/08/2024

    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.

    1h 10m
  17. When Do Kids Holla At Each Other?

    11/07/2022

    When Do Kids Holla At Each Other?

    These KIDS are crushing!! We were not ready! Nothing is sacred and they are starting YOUNG. One of Codie's twins has already developed a crush. Felicia's daughter Peace has willed her crush into the universe. Ashley's daughter went and kissed someone and Melanie's son is ready to take someone out on a date (he's 6). Of course it's all innocent because they're children, but now the Mamas are thinking about the future and what will it look like when their kids bring home their first serious partner? Do we (as parents) have certain expectations of our children? Let's talk about it! Mamas! Aunties! Village! What should we be on the look out for with these kids? ? Let us know over at   @themamasdenpodcast or send us an email at podcasts@blacklove.com ======== Make sure you're connecting with our Mamas! Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls Codie - @codieco Felicia - @felicialatour Melanie - @melaniefiona ======== 🖤THE BLACK LOVE SUMMIT IS BACK! 🖤Join us in Los Angeles on November 12th for a day of Black joy and Black love you won’t forget at the 5th Annual Black Love Summit! The Summit is about DATING, PARTNERSHIP, WELLNESS, and COMMUNITY.  From conversations with Nina & Russell Westbrook to Naturi Naughton & hubby Two Lewis and so many more, we are curating a special day for you and a night of fun with our RnB House Party family and Coco Jones!  Tickets to the 2022 Black Love Summit are available now! Visit BLACKLOVE.COM/SUMMIT for more info. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    33 min
  18. It's Okay If Motherhood Isn't For You

    03/06/2023

    It's Okay If Motherhood Isn't For You

    Have y'all seen this Chelsea Handler video that's been going around? She basically breaks down "A Day of a Childless Woman" in a hilarious way, but had the milquetoast men of Fox News foaming at the mouth. Even though it's none of their business, it does have the ladies wondering "Is it okay for women to NOT want children?" Meaning, do we respect women who make the decision to not start a family enough? Moreover, what's the decision like to decide to not want anymore children once you've had some? We're deep diving into many facets of motherhood today, and one thing remains clear, there is no wrong answer. (Except from those men on Fox News. They don't know shit)  Alright Mama's Den community is everyone meant to be a mom? Is it okay for the single ladies to be loud and proud about NOT having kids? Let us know over at   @themamasdenpodcast or send us an email at podcasts@blacklove.com Have a question for our Mamas? Fill out our form and you might hear it on a future episode! ======== Make sure you're connecting with our Mamas! Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls Codie - @codieco Felicia - @felicialatour Melanie - @melaniefiona ======== The award-winning 🖤Black Love Podcast Network🖤 is back with✨ BRAND NEW ✨episodes! Since its launch in 2021, the Black Love Podcast Network has been the premiere destination for thought-provoking conversations on topics ranging from parenting and relationships to male wellness and sisterhood.  As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at podcasts@blacklove.com. BLACK LOVE, INC. is the premier Black-owned & operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.   Connect with us: @blacklove on Instagram @blacklovedoc on Facebook @blacklovedoc on Twitter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    33 min
  19. You Can Choose Faith or Fear

    02/03/2023 · BONUS

    You Can Choose Faith or Fear

    Mamas, Aunties, Ladies, and even the Fellas....we're NOT back! BUT we know that you've been feenin worse than Jodeci for NEW Mama's Den episodes so we wanted to drop a special episode to help get you through the weekend. In this very special episode, the Mamas share how these kids have been keeping them on their toes. What does it look like to keep going when everything seems to be going wrong? Plus, what makes every single one of the ladies cry mid episode?   What moments have had you stuck between Faith or Fear? Let us know over at   @themamasdenpodcast or send us an email at podcasts@blacklove.com Have a question for our Mamas? Fill out our form and you might hear it on a future episode! ======== Make sure you're connecting with our Mamas! Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls Codie - @codieco Felicia - @felicialatour Melanie - @melaniefiona ======== The award-winning 🖤Black Love Podcast Network🖤 is back with✨ BRAND NEW ✨episodes! Since its launch in 2021, the Black Love Podcast Network has been the premiere destination for thought-provoking conversations on topics ranging from parenting and relationships to male wellness and sisterhood.  As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at podcasts@blacklove.com. BLACK LOVE, INC. is the premier Black-owned & operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.   Connect with us: @blacklove on Instagram @blacklovedoc on Facebook @blacklovedoc on Twitter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    34 min
  20. It's Time for Mariah!!!

    12/11/2023

    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 need some tissues for that one! So Mama's Den Village, how has music impacted your inner child and inner teenager? Do you have a specific Mariah story you want to share with us? Get in on the conversation and let us know over at podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can fill out our form. PLUS you can always submit a DM over @themamasdenpodcast Make sure you connect with our Mamas Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls Codie - @codieco Felicia - @felicialatour Melanie - @melaniefiona ======== Join us for the 2023 Black Love Summit! You’ve rocked with us from LA to Atlanta and beyond, and guess what? We’re coming back to ATL for our 6th anniversary!! 365 days a year, we celebrate Black Love and joy via our socials, podcasts, and the BL+ app. Now, get ready to soak up the vibes in person – imagine a whole day of community, chats that’ll light up your brain, a dope #Blackowned marketplace, and some specially curated moments we have never done before! October 21st is your time to groove with Black Loooove! 🖤❤️ Jump over to BLACKLOVE.COM/SUMMIT now and grab your tickets. As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at podcasts@blacklove.com. BLACK LOVE, INC. is the premier Black-owned & operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.   Connect with us: @blacklove on Instagram @blacklove on Threads @blacklovedoc on Facebook @blacklovedoc on X

    39 min
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