16 episodes

A podcast hosted by two dynamic black women who are navigating the complexities of motherhood in today's society. With humor, honesty, and raw vulnerability, they delve into the ups and downs of pregnancy, motherhood, and being a woman. Join them as they explore the triumphs, challenges, and tribulations of motherhood from a uniquely black perspective, and provide a space for women everywhere to connect, grow, and find inspiration. So, sit back, grab a cup of coffee ( or tea ☺️) and join the conversation on "Shades of Mom".

Shades of Mom Jacquie & Shimmy

    • Kids & Family

A podcast hosted by two dynamic black women who are navigating the complexities of motherhood in today's society. With humor, honesty, and raw vulnerability, they delve into the ups and downs of pregnancy, motherhood, and being a woman. Join them as they explore the triumphs, challenges, and tribulations of motherhood from a uniquely black perspective, and provide a space for women everywhere to connect, grow, and find inspiration. So, sit back, grab a cup of coffee ( or tea ☺️) and join the conversation on "Shades of Mom".

    16. Embracing the Journey of Aging

    16. Embracing the Journey of Aging

    We discuss aging as women as well as as moms. We share our thoughts on the current expectations of women when it comes to beauty and learning how to embrace ourselves in our natural state. 

    • 56 min
    15. Daycare Diaries: Navigating the First week of Daycare

    15. Daycare Diaries: Navigating the First week of Daycare

    On this episode, we talk about what the first week of daycare was like for our kids and for us as mom's as well.  We also discuss things that made/would have made the transition easier and give tips to other mums who are on this journey as well. 

    • 51 min
    13.Thoughts from a dad- Part II with Ero

    13.Thoughts from a dad- Part II with Ero

    On this second part of "thoughts from a dad" we have Ero (Shimmy's husband) on to answer our questions about fatherhood. Being a dad of two and how culture impacts fatherhood for him. 

    • 42 min
    14. Check in! Celebrating Milestones

    14. Check in! Celebrating Milestones

    On this episode, we recap what we've been up to the last couple of weeks. We talk about Akum's birthday, Story starting daycare and some bonus content on how we feel about our bodies now.

    • 43 min
    12. Thoughts from a dad- Part I with Okey

    12. Thoughts from a dad- Part I with Okey

    We have Okey (Jacquie's husband) join us on this episode. He answers questions about fatherhood from his perspective and leaves a bit of advice for new dads.

    • 41 min
    11. Mom's can't do it all...or can they?

    11. Mom's can't do it all...or can they?

    We talk about how as moms we often take on way too much, the concept of "doing it all" and how unrealistic it is. We also share some ways to helpful ease the load when it feels like its too much to carry.

    • 49 min

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