58 episodes

La'Krish Mayes-The Bonus Mom Coach is a certified Life Coach with a specificity in Blended family dynamics. Each week she will share real life experiences on her journey. She and her guest will provide strategies and how to navigate and cultivate within your blended family dynamic. There will be inspiration and faith fulfillment on this podcast! Being a bonus child to being a bonus mom she knew God prepared her to be the support for others that she needed for herself. So each Wednesday come join as we talk, The Bonus Mom Life!

The Bonus Mom Life LAKRISH MAYES

    • Kids & Family
    • 4.3 • 7 Ratings

La'Krish Mayes-The Bonus Mom Coach is a certified Life Coach with a specificity in Blended family dynamics. Each week she will share real life experiences on her journey. She and her guest will provide strategies and how to navigate and cultivate within your blended family dynamic. There will be inspiration and faith fulfillment on this podcast! Being a bonus child to being a bonus mom she knew God prepared her to be the support for others that she needed for herself. So each Wednesday come join as we talk, The Bonus Mom Life!

    The Importance of providing tools for Bonus Kids to transition with Marquette Walker

    The Importance of providing tools for Bonus Kids to transition with Marquette Walker

    In this episode, host La’Krish Mayes sits down with Marquette Walker and discussed:

    The journey of a bonus mom is filled with challenges and requires sensitivity to the needs of the children.
    Respect and boundaries are vital in blended families, and the impact of divorce can be long-lasting.
    The message of faith and hope is essential for blended families, and the upcoming events aim to empower and uplift individuals in similar situations.

    Connect with Marquette: marquettelwalkerministries.com Facebook: Marquette L Walker, Marquette L Walker Ministries, Marquette’s Closet. Instagram: destined4grtnss8 and Marquette L Walker Ministries. YouTube-Marquette L Walker Ministries. TikTok-Mlwalker. Grab your brunch ticket: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bonus-mom-brunch-redefine-reaffirm-rediscover-tickets-787309171927

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    • 36 min
    Childless Bonus Moms on Mother's Day

    Childless Bonus Moms on Mother's Day

    In this episode, La'Krish Mayes discusses the complexities of navigating Mother's Day as a childless bonus mom. She shares her personal journey and the emotions that come with it. She emphasizes the importance of acknowledging and validating these emotions while not letting them define you. She also encourages bonus moms to lean on their support system and focus on creating special moments with the children in their lives. La'Krish reminds listeners that motherhood is not about how you arrive, but how you show up every day.



    Let's stay connected:

    www.instagram.com/thebonusmomlifepodcast

    www.instagram.com/lakrishmayes



    Work with Me:

    bonusmomcoach@outlook.com

    Guest inquiries: thebonuslifepodcast@gmail.com



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    • 8 min
    Navigating the Misconceptions of being a Stepmom with Brittany Burnham

    Navigating the Misconceptions of being a Stepmom with Brittany Burnham

    Join host La'Krish Mayes as she interviews guest Brittany Burnham about navigating the misconceptions about stepmothers and the biases faced by black fathers in custody battles. The conversation highlights the need for understanding, love, and empowerment in the bonus mom journey. The guests discuss the importance of creating a supportive and loving environment for the children and the joy they find in seeing their kids bond and form friendships. They also touch on the emotional complexities of being a bonus mom, including feelings of guilt and the need for open communication. The conversation concludes with tips for dealing with high-conflict bio mothers and the announcement of an upcoming mastermind program for ambitious moms.



    Connect with Brittany Burnham:

    www.instagram.com/brittany.burnham

    www.instagram.com/guts_albanyny



    Let's stay connected:

    www.instagram.com/thebonusmomlifepodcast

    www.instagram.com/lakrishmayes



    Work with Me:

    bonusmomcoach@outlook.com

    Guest inquiries: thebonuslifepodcast@gmail.com



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    • 45 min
    Growth Through Grief: A Bonus Mom's Evolution with Leah Forney

    Growth Through Grief: A Bonus Mom's Evolution with Leah Forney

    In this episode, we explore the transformative power of grief as Leah Forney, shares how she overcame life challenges and found joy in her journey of being a full-time Bonus Mom.



    Connect with Leah Forney:

    www.instagram.com/leah_m_forney

    bawsewomenpitch.my.canva.site



    Let's stay connected:

    www.instagram.com/thebonusmomlifepodcast

    www.instagram.com/lakrishmayes



    Work with Me:

    bonusmomcoach@outlook.com

    Guest inquiries: thebonuslifepodcast@gmail.com




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    • 39 min
    Navigating the Realities of Motherhood with Dr. Valencia Hicks-Harris

    Navigating the Realities of Motherhood with Dr. Valencia Hicks-Harris

    Sitting down with Dr. Valencia Hicks-Harris for this awesome eye-opening conversation. 

    We're diving into the realities of the journey to motherhood and bonus mother hood, debunking expectations vs. reality, adoption, and shedding light on the crucial topic of black maternal. Don't miss out on this insightful conversation.



    Connect with Dr. Valencia Hicks-Harris:

    ⁠https://empower-allinc.org/⁠

    www.instagram.com/vhicksharris

    www.instagram.com/empower_all_inc



    Let's stay connected:

    www.instagram.com/thebonusmomlifepodcast

    www.instagram.com/lakrishmayes

    Work with Me:

    bonusmomcoach@outlook.com

    Guest inquiries: thebonuslifepodcast@gmail.com






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    • 44 min
    Being Intentional as a Stepmom with Tambari Wikina

    Being Intentional as a Stepmom with Tambari Wikina

    In this fun episode host #LaKrishMayes sits down with Tambari Wikina, the good stepmother as they discuss her role as a bonus mom, wife and how the growth of her relationship with her bonus child as trickled over into her growth as a individual.

    Key Points:


    Setting boundaries
    Having a great community to support your role as a bonus mom
    Being intentional as a bonus mom
    Tips for newly married bonus moms and so much more!!



    Connect with Tambri:

    www.instagram.com/thegoodstepmother

    Let's stay connected:

    www.instagram.com/thebonusmomlifepodcast

    www.instagram.com/lakrishmayes

    Work with Me:

    bonusmomcoach@outlook.com

    Guest inquiries: thebonuslifepodcast@gmail.com


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    • 28 min

Customer Reviews

4.3 out of 5
7 Ratings

7 Ratings

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