S3:E24   Sleep Training for Newborns (& the Whole Family)
Sleep Training for Newborns (and the Whole Family) - with the "Baby Sleep Fairy" 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.
The Mama’s Den
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Ladies welcome to The Mama’s Den! This is the video series! The Mama’s Den is an unfiltered community filled with authentic conversations and experiences all from a mama’s perspective. Join singer Melanie Fiona, entrepreneur and influencer Felicia La Tour, writer Ashley Chea, and CEO of Black Love Codie Elaine Oliver.
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Sleep Training for Newborns (and the Whole Family) - with the "Baby Sleep Fairy" 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.
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.
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 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.
Grammy-winning singer, author, and mama Victoria Monét is in the Den! Victoria opens up about how motherhood has shifted her mindset - from navigating the stigma of being pregnant in the music industry to guarding her joy, mastering time management, and finding inspiration for her hit song “On My Mama.”
In this episode the Mamas confess about the struggle of teaching kids good hygiene Because baby Keeping the house clean and dealing with ashy stinky bodies is tough and tough situations call for tough love Hear how the Mamas are trying to instill responsibility and independence without completely losing their cool.
Stylist Bec Gross on Dressing with Confidence at Every Stage of Motherhood
Producer Actor Choreographer and Momager Brittany PerryRussell is THAT GIRL From dancing with icons like Ciara and Beyonc to raising a successful kid actor Isaiah RussellBailey Brittany joins the Mamas to discuss managing her son career while still chasing her own dreams There no blueprint for motherhood but for Brittany being spiritled has always kept her aligned with a higher purpose If youve ever thought about giving up on your own dreams this episode is your reminder to keep going because Brittany is the Momager who survived the hustle come out on top and still she rises
Kerry Washington is in the Den The Emmywinning actress activist and mom of three joins the Mamas to talk about her latest film Shadow Force and what it like to play a badass mom onscreen while navigating wifeandmom life behind the scenes
Schools Almost Out for Summer And These Kids Need Somewhere to Go The Mamas Den Podcast
In this episode were missing Felicia onefourth of our quartet We miss you Fee So Codie Melanie and Ashley get real about when they disagree with their husbands on parenting decisions from routines and discipline to visions for their kids futures The Mamas share the importance of selfawareness how they compromise with their partners and how sometimes you just have to pick their battlesDont worry fellas Ashley holds it down for the husbands pointofview This one a good convo for both sides
Get Smarter with Blair ImaniThe creator of Smarter in Seconds on Finding Love Surviving Pregnancy Loss and the Power of Social Media for Black Maternal Health
You Are Your Child 1 AdvocateAssistant Principal Julian Saavedra on Championing Your Child Learning Needs
High Functioning AFFinding Joy with Dr Judith Joseph The Mamas Den Podcast
Saying Yes to Vulnerable Questions Melanies Tour Reading With Our Kids The Mamas Den Podcast
We got a Daddy in the Den Actor and father of two Michael Ealy joins the Mamas to talk about raising a boy and a girl Together they highlight the value of fathers being involved in their kids lives to all the dads at ballet class we see you the importance of communication between parents and the need to appreciate each parent role Michael shares lessons learned from recognizing double standards why are girls called sassy but boys are assertive to reminding us that dads juggle the same challenges moms doMichael Ealy might just be the dadwhisperer okay
S3:E7   The Mamas take on NYC for the Tamron Hall Show!…The Trip That Almost Didn’t Trip
The Mamas take on NYC for the Tamron Hall ShowThe Trip That Almost Didnt Trip
You Dont Have to Like It But It Still Needs to Happen Go To OneLiners That Make Parenting Easier
This week the Mamas tackle Listener Letters on balancing romance friendships and managing meddling grandparents
Setting Kids Up For Success with Behavioural Coach Marnesha Hall
If you�ve ever felt like you were stuck in the hard part of your story, Tabitha Brown is in The Mama's Den to remind you�it�s okay to put yourself first! Tab's journey is a masterclass in faith, being present, and trusting that your moment is coming�even when it feels impossible. This week, Tabitha gets real about the tough seasons in her marriage, the moments she and Chance weren�t sure they�d make it, and what it really took to rebuild their relationship. She also shares how losing her mother shaped her, how she went from struggling in LA to retiring her husband and building an empire. Get your tissues and your journal because all the mamas left inspired after this conversation.
Miracle Babies Ovulation Calendars and The Failed Pullout Going From A Mom of 1 to 2or 3
Youre Allowed to be Happy The Mamas Den Podcast