Can you take a moment for all the mamas? If you've ever had the privilege of watching a mother in action, you would be amazed by her ability to handle business and multi-task responsibilities; all while making it look effortless. Still, with moms having their fair share to balance their households, relationships, and work life, it’s important for mothers to take small moments during the day to fill their cups up.
Taking a moment for yourself not only helps you to recharge your mommy battery but can also benefit your family in the long run — because we know that when mama is happy, the home is happy. Creating these moments doesn’t have to be as elaborate as a spa day, in fact, taking your mind off things can be as easy as listening to a podcast.
As a mom, listening to podcasts can hit the sweet spot between being entertained and supported, while having audio homegirls to keep you company throughout your busy day. Moms often have a lot on their plate and may not have all the time to sit down, read a book, or watch a TV show. However, podcasts offer the flexibility to listen in on your favorite topics while tending to other more important duties.
Whether you’re a new mom, single mom, or veteran mother in this game of parenthood, you deserve to have access to support and an online community. Listening to podcasts can do the job of helping you feel more connected, gain new insights on a variety of topics, and allow you to feel seen, even on your toughest days.
While every mother’s journey is different, it’s important to feel supported, even if it’s just through a couple of internet friends you’ve adopted into your family. So to help, we’ve put together a list of the best podcasts for moms to stay informed, connected, and inspired while managing their busy lives.
1.Moms Actually
Moms Actually
If you're looking for a podcast that provides real, relatable perspectives on motherhood, sisterhood, and womanhood, Moms Actually is the perfect show for you. Hosts Blair Gyamfi, Sopha Rush, and Morgan Taylor discuss their personal experiences with parenting and offer candid insights into the challenges and joys of raising children. This podcast provides a fun and safe space for mothers to come together and support each other.
Listen on Spotify and Apple Music.2.The Suga
The Suga
Join actress Tika Sumpter and HartBeat CEO Thai Randolph, for laughs, new learnings, and candid convos around the joys of motherhood and sisterhood. It’s the sweet spot for Black mothers to share their experiences and gain insight from their favorite celebs like Sheryl Lee Ralph, Mara Brock Akil, Kyla Pratt, Tia Mowry, and more.
Listen on Spotify and Apple Music.
3.Motherhood in Black & White
Motherhood in Black & White
Hosted by Gen X moms, Kaanji Irby and Tara Campbell, this duo provides a unique perspective on motherhood from their diverse backgrounds and shared experiences. Their honest, empathetic, and humorous discussion is a great way to tap into real conversations about life, motherhood, and everything in between.
Listen on Spotify and Apple Music.
4.Experiencing Motherhood: Single & Black
Experiencing Motherhood: Single & Black
Tune into Experiencing Motherhood: Single & Black if you’re looking for a real and vulnerable space to discuss the unique challenges and joys of single parenting. Hosted by Kim Wiliams, you can benefit from Kim's personal experiences as a single mom, as well as her practical tips and insights on raising children alone.
Listen on Spotify and Apple Music.
5.Good Moms Bad Choices
Good Moms Bad Choices
Meet your new internet besties, Erica and Milah. For years these two provided a space for uncensored and candid conversations about parents, life, and everything in between. Whether you feel like you’ve made “good” or “bad” choices along your journey, the Good Moms Bad Choices podcast is the judgment-free zone you’ve been looking for.
Listen on Spotify and Apple Music.
6.Motherhood Sessions
Motherhood Sessions
Tap into the Gimlet Media's Motherhood Sessions if you're looking for emotionally honest conversations about the profound identity shift that accompanies becoming a mother, a topic that is often overlooked in mainstream media. Hosted by reproductive psychiatrist, Dr. Alexandra Sacks, you’ll get a range of topics for mothers to discuss their biggest struggles and questions, from career uncertainty to sex to ambivalence about motherhood, with the science to back it up!
Listen on Spotify.
7.Parenting for the Culture
Parenting for the Culture
If you want to raise confident, successful, and happy children who shape the future, the Parenting for the Culture podcast is for you. As a PBS Early Learning Champion and mother of six, host Charisse Sims takes a spin on modern parenting advice with an educational lens, providing you with a unique roadmap to parenting that you won't find in typical parenting spaces. Tap in!
Listen on Spotify and Apple Music.
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I've always had a love-hate relationship with wigs. Sometimes, I struggle to get them to lay flat and don't get me started with the bonding glue process. So when it comes to wearing wigs, I like to keep it nice and breezy around this b--- (word to Katt Williams), especially in the summertime.
That's why I jumped at the chance to try these three versatile wigs from Luvme Hair. Each one offers a unique look and is surprisingly low maintenance, which aligns perfectly with my philosophy that wearing wigs should make life easier. Let’s dive into the three styles below.
Headband Wig
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This was the first wig I tried on, and I instantly fell in love with it. So much so that it took me weeks to even consider trying the other two. I’m partial to colored hair, especially blonds, browns, and reds, so I was skeptical about the jet black hair. However, I think the color, combined with the curl pattern, worked surprisingly well for me.
One of the things I really liked about this wig was that I didn’t have to braid my hair down first. I could simply throw it over a low ponytail, which is the epitome of a low-maintenance style. The headband has combs inside and velcro on the ends, ensuring a secure fit.
Half Wig
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I had never worn a half wig before, so I faced some challenges. I cornrowed the bottom half of my hair where the wig would sit, but I believe this made it more difficult to use the combs. It might just be me though. I straightened the top part of my hair to blend it with the wig, which looked cute for about five minutes.
Firstly, I have a brown/blonde color mix on the ends of my hair, and the half wig is black. So, I had to hide some of the color (I didn’t have time to dye the wig). Secondly, straightening my hair myself is always a hassle because it never lasts long. Add to that the summer humidity, and you get a hot mess. Despite all this, I managed to get some cute pictures before things got out of control, and that’s all that matters, right?
Would I consider this a low-maintenance hair style? Yes and no. I think it’s unrealistic for me during the summer, especially since I enjoy summer activities. However, when the weather cools down, I’ll definitely rock it, dyed, of course.
Bob
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Now, this is the wig I was nervous about. I never had a bob and I didn't think I would like it. But once I put bobiana on, my mind instantly changed. I finally understood why the gworls rave about the bob so much. It was giving boss. It was giving grown woman. It was giving the bob means business. Iykyk. It was the ultimate statement.
I will say when I first put it on, one side of my wig just would not lay flat. It took some trial and error, but I finally managed to get it to look good. With the bob, I highly recommend braiding your hair down first as small as you can so it can lay as flat as possible. I really liked the ash blonde color, which is perfect for summer. The length also makes it a great low-maintenance style for the season, so you don't have to worry about the hair making your neck sweaty.
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