The Mamas are joined by Blair Imani, creator of Smarter in Seconds, to talk about everything from working at Planned Parenthood to going viral in 2020 with her powerful, bitesized videos. She also opens up about her experience with pregnancy loss and how she's currently trying to conceive complete with a hot pregnancy tip from her auntie!. In honor of Black Maternal Health Week, Blair schools us on reproductive justice, and how to better support Black women and mothers for stronger maternal health outcomes. Get ready to take notes Blair drops gems and resources you wont want to miss!

The Mamas welcome Julian Saavedra, Assistant Principal and host of The Opportunity Gap podcast, to discuss learning differences in kids of color and how to support their unique needs. Julian highlights the importance of destigmatizing special education, having open conversations with your child about their school experience, and building relationships with administrators to advocate for your childs success. With Julians guidance and the work of Understood.org underserved communities can take advantage of the tools available to help kids not only survive but thrive in school and help close the gap. Learn more Understood.org is a nonprofit that provides free, expertvetted resources for parents, kids, and individuals who learn and think differently. With their wide range of products, content, tools, and other resources, theyre shaping a world where everyone can reach their potential.

We got a Doctor in the Den! Psychiatrist, researcher, and author Dr. Judith Joseph joins the Mamas for a powerful convo about highfunctioning depression, grief, and the struggle to find joy in daily life. Dr. Judith keeps it real about her own experience with depression and explains the highfunctioning challenges faced by highachieving women, particularly Black women. If youve ever felt the pressure to have it all together while struggling silently, youre not alone and this episode is for you! Dr. Judith's book, High Functioning Overcome Your Hidden Depression and Reclaim Your Joy, is available everywhere on April 8, 2025. Warning This episode contains mention of suicide from 0645 0800, which may be triggering for some listeners.

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 parents 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 do.

This episode kicks off with a round of Were Not Really Strangers a fun card game designed to spark meaningful conversations. What starts as a friendly QA turns XXXrated because Ashley.surprise, surprise.... Then, the Mamas dive into a showandtell of their favorite kids books, celebrating new releases from fellow Black mamas and authors Tabitha Brown Hello There, Sunshine, Tamron Hall Harlem Honey, and Tika Sumpter I Got It From My Mama. Get the scoop on all the books the Mamas love reading with their little ones covering everything from diversity and equality to understanding emotions and selfdiscovery. MamasAgainstBookSleeves This episode is sponsored by Were Not Really Strangers. Get 20 off all products including the Kids edition card game! with the code mamasden.

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 joins the Mamas to drop her favorite tips for feeling cute and confident in your clothes especially for moms learning to love their postpartum bodies. From embracing your shape and dressing for your size, to building a wardrobe with key staples, Becs here to help you rediscover your personal style. If youre trying to be outside this season, Becs got the fashion hacks to make sure you look good and feel good!

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 sons career while still chasing her own dreams. Theres 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 whos 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 its like to play a badass mom onscreen while navigating wifeandmom 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 isnt 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.

Schools almost out and summers almost here! In this episode, the Mamas share their summer break plans for the months ahead. From sports camps and play dates, to family vacations and lazy days at home the Mamas break down how they balance keeping the kids busy and letting them chill.