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    <description>Welcome to The Mama&apos;s Den! This podcast features R&amp;B singer Melanie Fiona, writer Ashley Chea, and Black Love founder Codie Elaine Oliver - 3 mamas with 9 kids between them - having honest conversations about life, love, and all the messy, magical moments of motherhood and sisterhood. Every week, they’re keeping it real with stories, laughs, lessons, and a little advice that hopefully helps you with your journey in raising kids. This is the show the Mamas wish they had before becoming moms. So whether you’re a mama, daddy, auntie, uncle, or part of the village - tap into The Mama’s Den. They got you!</description>
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<p>From her breakout anthem “Black Like Me” to becoming the first Black woman to host the Academy of Country Music Awards and delivering a stunning National Anthem performance at the Super Bowl, Mickey has built a career full of historic moments. But in this conversation, we are talking about burnout. She brings us behind the headlines—and into real life.</p>
<p>This conversation is for the country music fans, the Black women holding it down in spaces that weren’t built for us, and the mamas trying to do everything—and still find time for themselves.</p>
<p>The Mamas and Mickey get into:</p>
<p>• What it really took to break into (and stay in) country music</p>
<p>• The emotional weight of speaking out about racism while pregnant</p>
<p>• The terrifying moment she almost lost her son—and how it changed everything</p>
<p>• Redefining success, ambition, and what a “home run” looks like now</p>
<p>• Burnout, boundaries, and learning to choose yourself too</p>
<p>As always, it’s giving sisterhood, honesty, laughter, and those “whew, I needed this” moments. Because sometimes the biggest shift isn’t in your career—it’s in your heart. </p>
<p>Follow our girl Candace Mycale Guyton aka Mickey Guyton on social media at MickeyGuyton on all platforms.</p>
<p><strong>The Mamas are GOING ON TOUR ALL OF MAY!!!</strong> Want to see them?? Visit this site for all show dates: https://linktr.ee/themamasdenpodcast</p>
<p>And be a part of The Mama's Den community. Share your email address here: https://tinyurl.com/MamasDen</p>
<p>Make sure you connect with our Mamas on IG: @themamasdenpodcast</p>
<p>Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls</p>
<p>Codie - @codieco </p>
<p>Melanie - @melaniefiona</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
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<p>From her breakout anthem “Black Like Me” to becoming the first Black woman to host the Academy of Country Music Awards and delivering a stunning National Anthem performance at the Super Bowl, Mickey has built a career full of historic moments. But in this conversation, we are talking about burnout. She brings us behind the headlines—and into real life.</p>
<p>This conversation is for the country music fans, the Black women holding it down in spaces that weren’t built for us, and the mamas trying to do everything—and still find time for themselves.</p>
<p>The Mamas and Mickey get into:</p>
<p>• What it really took to break into (and stay in) country music</p>
<p>• The emotional weight of speaking out about racism while pregnant</p>
<p>• The terrifying moment she almost lost her son—and how it changed everything</p>
<p>• Redefining success, ambition, and what a “home run” looks like now</p>
<p>• Burnout, boundaries, and learning to choose yourself too</p>
<p>As always, it’s giving sisterhood, honesty, laughter, and those “whew, I needed this” moments. Because sometimes the biggest shift isn’t in your career—it’s in your heart. </p>
<p>Follow our girl Candace Mycale Guyton aka Mickey Guyton on social media at MickeyGuyton on all platforms.</p>
<p><strong>The Mamas are GOING ON TOUR ALL OF MAY!!!</strong> Want to see them?? Visit this site for all show dates: https://linktr.ee/themamasdenpodcast</p>
<p>And be a part of The Mama's Den community. Share your email address here: https://tinyurl.com/MamasDen</p>
<p>Make sure you connect with our Mamas on IG: @themamasdenpodcast</p>
<p>Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls</p>
<p>Codie - @codieco </p>
<p>Melanie - @melaniefiona</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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From her breakout anthem “Black Like Me” to becoming the first Black woman to host the Academy of Country Music Awards and delivering a stunning National Anthem performance at the Super Bowl, Mickey has built a career full of historic moments. But in this conversation, we are talking about burnout. She brings us behind the headlines—and into real life.

This conversation is for the country music fans, the Black women holding it down in spaces that weren’t built for us, and the mamas trying to do everything—and still find time for themselves.

The Mamas and Mickey get into:
	•	What it really took to break into (and stay in) country music
	•	The emotional weight of speaking out about racism while pregnant
	•	The terrifying moment she almost lost her son—and how it changed everything
	•	Redefining success, ambition, and what a “home run” looks like now
	•	Burnout, boundaries, and learning to choose yourself too

As always, it’s giving sisterhood, honesty, laughter, and those “whew, I needed this” moments. Because sometimes the biggest shift isn’t in your career—it’s in your heart. Follow Candace Mycale Guyton aka Mickey Guyton on social media at MickeyGuyton on all platforms. 

The Mamas are GOING ON TOUR ALL OF MAY!!! Want to see them?? Visit The Mama&apos;s Den on IG for all dates.

Make sure you connect with our Mamas on IG: @themamasdenpodcast
Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls
Codie - @codieco 
Melanie - @melaniefiona</itunes:summary>
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From her breakout anthem “Black Like Me” to becoming the first Black woman to host the Academy of Country Music Awards and delivering a stunning National Anthem performance at the Super Bowl, Mickey has built a career full of historic moments. But in this conversation, we are talking about burnout. She brings us behind the headlines—and into real life.

This conversation is for the country music fans, the Black women holding it down in spaces that weren’t built for us, and the mamas trying to do everything—and still find time for themselves.

The Mamas and Mickey get into:
	•	What it really took to break into (and stay in) country music
	•	The emotional weight of speaking out about racism while pregnant
	•	The terrifying moment she almost lost her son—and how it changed everything
	•	Redefining success, ambition, and what a “home run” looks like now
	•	Burnout, boundaries, and learning to choose yourself too

As always, it’s giving sisterhood, honesty, laughter, and those “whew, I needed this” moments. Because sometimes the biggest shift isn’t in your career—it’s in your heart. Follow Candace Mycale Guyton aka Mickey Guyton on social media at MickeyGuyton on all platforms. 

The Mamas are GOING ON TOUR ALL OF MAY!!! Want to see them?? Visit The Mama&apos;s Den on IG for all dates.

Make sure you connect with our Mamas on IG: @themamasdenpodcast
Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls
Codie - @codieco 
Melanie - @melaniefiona</itunes:subtitle>
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      <title>Social Media vs Real Relationships: The Truth No One Shows</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>This week in The Mama’s Den, we’re getting honest about relationships—and why social media often gets it wrong.</p>
<p>From judging couples online to loving a version of someone instead of their full self, the Mamas unpack the real, nuanced reasons relationships work… and why they don’t.</p>
<p>Because not everything you see online tells the full story—and sometimes, neither does love alone.</p>
<p>If you’ve ever looked up and thought, “Wait… who have you become?”—this one is for you.</p>
<p>The Mamas are building our community and ways to keep in touch with you. Share your email address here: https://tinyurl.com/MamasDen</p>
<p>Make sure you connect with our Mamas on IG: @themamasdenpodcast</p>
<p>Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls</p>
<p>Codie - @codieco </p>
<p>Melanie - @melaniefiona</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This week in The Mama’s Den, we’re getting honest about relationships—and why social media often gets it wrong.</p>
<p>From judging couples online to loving a version of someone instead of their full self, the Mamas unpack the real, nuanced reasons relationships work… and why they don’t.</p>
<p>Because not everything you see online tells the full story—and sometimes, neither does love alone.</p>
<p>If you’ve ever looked up and thought, “Wait… who have you become?”—this one is for you.</p>
<p>The Mamas are building our community and ways to keep in touch with you. Share your email address here: https://tinyurl.com/MamasDen</p>
<p>Make sure you connect with our Mamas on IG: @themamasdenpodcast</p>
<p>Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls</p>
<p>Codie - @codieco </p>
<p>Melanie - @melaniefiona</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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From judging couples online to loving a version of someone instead of their full self, the Mamas unpack the real, nuanced reasons relationships work… and why they don’t.

Because not everything you see online tells the full story—and sometimes, neither does love alone.

If you’ve ever looked up and thought, “Wait… who have you become?”—this one is for you.

The Mamas are building our community and ways to keep in touch with you. Share your email address here: https://tinyurl.com/MamasDen
Make sure you connect with our Mamas on IG: @themamasdenpodcast
Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls
Codie - @codieco 
Melanie - @melaniefiona</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>This week in The Mama’s Den, we’re getting honest about relationships—and why social media often gets it wrong.

From judging couples online to loving a version of someone instead of their full self, the Mamas unpack the real, nuanced reasons relationships work… and why they don’t.

Because not everything you see online tells the full story—and sometimes, neither does love alone.

If you’ve ever looked up and thought, “Wait… who have you become?”—this one is for you.

The Mamas are building our community and ways to keep in touch with you. Share your email address here: https://tinyurl.com/MamasDen
Make sure you connect with our Mamas on IG: @themamasdenpodcast
Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls
Codie - @codieco 
Melanie - @melaniefiona</itunes:subtitle>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>The last year or so have been hard for a lot of us - SO if you’ve ever felt like you were stuck in the hard part of your story, we are running it back to when Tabitha Brown dropped into The Mama's Den to remind us all—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.</p>
<p>Tab got real about the tough seasons in her marriage and how she and Chance got through them. She also shares how losing her mother shaped her and 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.</p>
<p>The Mamas are building our community and ways to keep in touch with you. Share your email address here: https://tinyurl.com/MamasDen</p>
<p>Make sure you connect with our Mamas on IG: @themamasdenpodcast</p>
<p>Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls</p>
<p>Codie - @codieco </p>
<p>Melanie - @melaniefiona</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
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<p>Tab got real about the tough seasons in her marriage and how she and Chance got through them. She also shares how losing her mother shaped her and 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.</p>
<p>The Mamas are building our community and ways to keep in touch with you. Share your email address here: https://tinyurl.com/MamasDen</p>
<p>Make sure you connect with our Mamas on IG: @themamasdenpodcast</p>
<p>Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls</p>
<p>Codie - @codieco </p>
<p>Melanie - @melaniefiona</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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Tab got real about the tough seasons in her marriage and how she and Chance got through them. She also shares how losing her mother shaped her and 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.

The Mamas are building our community and ways to keep in touch with you. Share your email address here: https://tinyurl.com/MamasDen
Make sure you connect with our Mamas on IG: @themamasdenpodcast
Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls
Codie - @codieco 
Melanie - @melaniefiona</itunes:summary>
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Tab got real about the tough seasons in her marriage and how she and Chance got through them. She also shares how losing her mother shaped her and 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.

The Mamas are building our community and ways to keep in touch with you. Share your email address here: https://tinyurl.com/MamasDen
Make sure you connect with our Mamas on IG: @themamasdenpodcast
Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls
Codie - @codieco 
Melanie - @melaniefiona</itunes:subtitle>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Some moms just get it… and Angel Laketa Moore (aka That Chick Angel aka the One Margarita Lady) is one of them.</p>
<p>In this episode, the comedian, actress, podcaster, and mama of four boys pulls up to the Den and gives us the real on raising kind young men, balancing a full career with motherhood, and why parenting with intention matters.</p>
<p>From the story of how she literally trained her son for his first homecoming date (PowerPoint included) to the sweet way she sings to him before school every morning, Angel shows that raising confident, respectful kids doesn’t happen by accident — it’s love, consistency, and a little strategy.</p>
<p>We also talk about:</p>
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 <li>Raising boys with manners and emotional intelligence</li>
 <li>When older siblings become the “third parent”</li>
 <li>Building a career that actually works with motherhood</li>
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<p>And of course… we laugh a LOT along the way.</p>
<p>If you’ve ever wondered how some moms raise kids who are kind, thoughtful, and grounded — this conversation is for you.</p>
<p>Keep up with Angel on IG: @ThatChickAngel</p>
<p>The Mamas are building our community and ways to keep in touch with you. Share your email address here: https://tinyurl.com/MamasDen</p>
<p>Make sure you connect with our Mamas on IG: @themamasdenpodcast</p>
<p>Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls</p>
<p>Codie - @codieco </p>
<p>Melanie - @melaniefiona</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Some moms just get it… and Angel Laketa Moore (aka That Chick Angel aka the One Margarita Lady) is one of them.</p>
<p>In this episode, the comedian, actress, podcaster, and mama of four boys pulls up to the Den and gives us the real on raising kind young men, balancing a full career with motherhood, and why parenting with intention matters.</p>
<p>From the story of how she literally trained her son for his first homecoming date (PowerPoint included) to the sweet way she sings to him before school every morning, Angel shows that raising confident, respectful kids doesn’t happen by accident — it’s love, consistency, and a little strategy.</p>
<p>We also talk about:</p>
<ul>
 <li>Raising boys with manners and emotional intelligence</li>
 <li>When older siblings become the “third parent”</li>
 <li>Building a career that actually works with motherhood</li>
 <li>Protecting your kids while still sharing your life online</li>
 <li>Why Angel says she was a terrible girlfriend but a great wife</li>
</ul>
<p>And of course… we laugh a LOT along the way.</p>
<p>If you’ve ever wondered how some moms raise kids who are kind, thoughtful, and grounded — this conversation is for you.</p>
<p>Keep up with Angel on IG: @ThatChickAngel</p>
<p>The Mamas are building our community and ways to keep in touch with you. Share your email address here: https://tinyurl.com/MamasDen</p>
<p>Make sure you connect with our Mamas on IG: @themamasdenpodcast</p>
<p>Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls</p>
<p>Codie - @codieco </p>
<p>Melanie - @melaniefiona</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <itunes:summary>Some moms just get it… and Angel Laketa Moore (aka That Chick Angel aka the One Margarita Lady) is one of them.

In this episode, the comedian, actress, podcaster, and mama of four boys - including a set of twins - pulls up to the Den and gives us the real on raising kind young men, balancing a full career with motherhood, and why parenting with intention matters.

From the story of how she literally trained her son for his first homecoming date (PowerPoint included) to the sweet way she sings to him before school every morning, Angel shows that raising confident, respectful kids doesn’t happen by accident — it’s love, consistency, and a little strategy.

We also talk about:
• Raising boys with manners and emotional intelligence
• When older siblings become the “third parent”
• Building a career that actually works with motherhood
• Protecting your kids while still sharing your life online
• Why Angel says she was a terrible girlfriend but a great wife

And of course… we laugh a LOT along the way.

If you’ve ever wondered how some moms raise kids who are kind, thoughtful, and grounded — this conversation is for you.

Keep up with Angel on IG: @ThatChickAngel
The Mamas are building our community and ways to keep in touch with you. Share your email address here: https://tinyurl.com/MamasDen
Make sure you connect with our Mamas on IG: @themamasdenpodcast
Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls
Codie - @codieco 
Melanie - @melaniefiona</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>Some moms just get it… and Angel Laketa Moore (aka That Chick Angel aka the One Margarita Lady) is one of them.

In this episode, the comedian, actress, podcaster, and mama of four boys - including a set of twins - pulls up to the Den and gives us the real on raising kind young men, balancing a full career with motherhood, and why parenting with intention matters.

From the story of how she literally trained her son for his first homecoming date (PowerPoint included) to the sweet way she sings to him before school every morning, Angel shows that raising confident, respectful kids doesn’t happen by accident — it’s love, consistency, and a little strategy.

We also talk about:
• Raising boys with manners and emotional intelligence
• When older siblings become the “third parent”
• Building a career that actually works with motherhood
• Protecting your kids while still sharing your life online
• Why Angel says she was a terrible girlfriend but a great wife

And of course… we laugh a LOT along the way.

If you’ve ever wondered how some moms raise kids who are kind, thoughtful, and grounded — this conversation is for you.

Keep up with Angel on IG: @ThatChickAngel
The Mamas are building our community and ways to keep in touch with you. Share your email address here: https://tinyurl.com/MamasDen
Make sure you connect with our Mamas on IG: @themamasdenpodcast
Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls
Codie - @codieco 
Melanie - @melaniefiona</itunes:subtitle>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>There are mothers… and then there are matriarchs.</p>
<p>This week in the Den, we sit down with Donna Jordan — lifelong visual artist, educator, proud grandmother, mother of three — and yes, the mother of Michael B. Jordan.</p>
<p>But this conversation? It’s about her.</p>
<p>Donna shares what it really looked like to raise three creative children while nurturing her own artistry — creating art between caregiving and callbacks working in hand-painted silk and design to help support her family, and making sure her children saw her creating even when life was full.</p>
<p>She opens up about being diagnosed with lupus in 1997, navigating fear and uncertainty, and “faking it” through pain so her children wouldn’t carry the weight of her illness. She talks about what it means to mother through invisible disease, to show up when your body doesn’t want to, and how watching her push through shaped her children’s empathy and work ethic.</p>
<p>And now? We see the fruit.</p>
<p>Her children don’t just succeed — they show up. They place her art on sets. They manage her business. They honor her publicly. They protect the woman she is and the legacy she built quietly for decades.</p>
<p>This episode is about reciprocity.</p>
<p>About raising children who return the love.</p>
<p>About taking your “$10” for yourself.</p>
<p>About reclaiming your time — at any age.</p>
<p>If you’ve ever wondered whether your sacrifices matter… this one will sit with you.</p>
<p>Keep up with Donna Jordan on IG: @dj_kree8tive</p>
<p>The Mamas are building our community and ways to keep in touch with you. Share your email address here: https://tinyurl.com/MamasDen</p>
<p>Make sure you connect with our Mamas on IG: @themamasdenpodcast</p>
<p>Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls</p>
<p>Codie - @codieco </p>
<p>Melanie - @melaniefiona</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 2 Mar 2026 13:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>podcasts@blacklove.com (Ashley Chea, Codie Elaine Oliver, Melanie Fiona, Donna Jordan)</author>
      <link>https://the-mamas-den.simplecast.com/episodes/the-love-comes-back-41rtveQJ</link>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>There are mothers… and then there are matriarchs.</p>
<p>This week in the Den, we sit down with Donna Jordan — lifelong visual artist, educator, proud grandmother, mother of three — and yes, the mother of Michael B. Jordan.</p>
<p>But this conversation? It’s about her.</p>
<p>Donna shares what it really looked like to raise three creative children while nurturing her own artistry — creating art between caregiving and callbacks working in hand-painted silk and design to help support her family, and making sure her children saw her creating even when life was full.</p>
<p>She opens up about being diagnosed with lupus in 1997, navigating fear and uncertainty, and “faking it” through pain so her children wouldn’t carry the weight of her illness. She talks about what it means to mother through invisible disease, to show up when your body doesn’t want to, and how watching her push through shaped her children’s empathy and work ethic.</p>
<p>And now? We see the fruit.</p>
<p>Her children don’t just succeed — they show up. They place her art on sets. They manage her business. They honor her publicly. They protect the woman she is and the legacy she built quietly for decades.</p>
<p>This episode is about reciprocity.</p>
<p>About raising children who return the love.</p>
<p>About taking your “$10” for yourself.</p>
<p>About reclaiming your time — at any age.</p>
<p>If you’ve ever wondered whether your sacrifices matter… this one will sit with you.</p>
<p>Keep up with Donna Jordan on IG: @dj_kree8tive</p>
<p>The Mamas are building our community and ways to keep in touch with you. Share your email address here: https://tinyurl.com/MamasDen</p>
<p>Make sure you connect with our Mamas on IG: @themamasdenpodcast</p>
<p>Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls</p>
<p>Codie - @codieco </p>
<p>Melanie - @melaniefiona</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <itunes:summary>There are mothers… and then there are matriarchs.

This week in the Den, we sit down with Donna Jordan — lifelong visual artist, educator, proud grandmother, mother of three — and yes, the mother of Michael B. Jordan.

But this conversation? It’s about her.

Donna shares what it really looked like to raise three creative children while nurturing her own artistry — creating art between caregiving and callbacks working in hand-painted silk and design to help support her family, and making sure her children saw her creating even when life was full.

She opens up about being diagnosed with lupus in 1997, navigating fear and uncertainty, and “faking it” through pain so her children wouldn’t carry the weight of her illness. She talks about what it means to mother through invisible disease, to show up when your body doesn’t want to, and how watching her push through shaped her children’s empathy and work ethic.

And now? We see the fruit.

Her children don’t just succeed — they show up. They place her art on sets. They manage her business. They protect the woman she is and the legacy she built quietly for decades.

This episode is about reciprocity.
About raising children who return the love.
About taking your “$10” for yourself.
About reclaiming your time — at any age.

If you’ve ever wondered whether your sacrifices matter… this one will sit with you.

Keep up with Donna Jordan on IG: @dj_kree8tive

The Mamas are building our community and ways to keep in touch with you. Share your email address here: https://tinyurl.com/MamasDen
Make sure you connect with our Mamas on IG: @themamasdenpodcast

Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls
Codie - @codieco 
Melanie - @melaniefiona</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>There are mothers… and then there are matriarchs.

This week in the Den, we sit down with Donna Jordan — lifelong visual artist, educator, proud grandmother, mother of three — and yes, the mother of Michael B. Jordan.

But this conversation? It’s about her.

Donna shares what it really looked like to raise three creative children while nurturing her own artistry — creating art between caregiving and callbacks working in hand-painted silk and design to help support her family, and making sure her children saw her creating even when life was full.

She opens up about being diagnosed with lupus in 1997, navigating fear and uncertainty, and “faking it” through pain so her children wouldn’t carry the weight of her illness. She talks about what it means to mother through invisible disease, to show up when your body doesn’t want to, and how watching her push through shaped her children’s empathy and work ethic.

And now? We see the fruit.

Her children don’t just succeed — they show up. They place her art on sets. They manage her business. They protect the woman she is and the legacy she built quietly for decades.

This episode is about reciprocity.
About raising children who return the love.
About taking your “$10” for yourself.
About reclaiming your time — at any age.

If you’ve ever wondered whether your sacrifices matter… this one will sit with you.

Keep up with Donna Jordan on IG: @dj_kree8tive

The Mamas are building our community and ways to keep in touch with you. Share your email address here: https://tinyurl.com/MamasDen
Make sure you connect with our Mamas on IG: @themamasdenpodcast

Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls
Codie - @codieco 
Melanie - @melaniefiona</itunes:subtitle>
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      <title>Protecting My Peace (And My Babies) with Apryl Jones</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>This week in The Mama’s Den, we’re kicking it with Apryl Jones — single mama of two, entrepreneur, creative, and yes… someone many people think they know from reality TV, but trust us, there’s so much more to her story.</p>
<p>Apryl gets real about doing the work to release old relationship hurt and issues with her father so she can show up lighter, freer, and fully present for herself and her kids. We talk motherhood hustle, protecting your peace, dating as a single mom, what still scares her, and what she’s truly looking for in this next chapter.</p>
<p>And honestly? Her energy surprised us in the best way — fun, carefree, thoughtful, and grounded in family first. It turned into one of those conversations where you laugh, reflect, and leave feeling a little softer about your own journey.</p>
<p>Healing, honesty, and good mama energy all around.</p>
<p>Keep up with Apryl on IG: @aprylsjones</p>
<p>The Mamas are building our community and ways to keep in touch with you. Share your email address here: https://tinyurl.com/MamasDen</p>
<p>Make sure you connect with our Mamas on IG: @themamasdenpodcast</p>
<p>Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls</p>
<p>Codie - @codieco </p>
<p>Melanie - @melaniefiona</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 13:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>podcasts@blacklove.com (Ashley Chea, Codie Elaine Oliver, Melanie Fiona, Apryl Jones)</author>
      <link>https://the-mamas-den.simplecast.com/episodes/_NoESR3z</link>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This week in The Mama’s Den, we’re kicking it with Apryl Jones — single mama of two, entrepreneur, creative, and yes… someone many people think they know from reality TV, but trust us, there’s so much more to her story.</p>
<p>Apryl gets real about doing the work to release old relationship hurt and issues with her father so she can show up lighter, freer, and fully present for herself and her kids. We talk motherhood hustle, protecting your peace, dating as a single mom, what still scares her, and what she’s truly looking for in this next chapter.</p>
<p>And honestly? Her energy surprised us in the best way — fun, carefree, thoughtful, and grounded in family first. It turned into one of those conversations where you laugh, reflect, and leave feeling a little softer about your own journey.</p>
<p>Healing, honesty, and good mama energy all around.</p>
<p>Keep up with Apryl on IG: @aprylsjones</p>
<p>The Mamas are building our community and ways to keep in touch with you. Share your email address here: https://tinyurl.com/MamasDen</p>
<p>Make sure you connect with our Mamas on IG: @themamasdenpodcast</p>
<p>Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls</p>
<p>Codie - @codieco </p>
<p>Melanie - @melaniefiona</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <itunes:summary>This week in The Mama’s Den, we’re kicking it with Apryl Jones — single mama of two, entrepreneur, creative, and yes… someone many people think they know from reality TV, but trust us, there’s so much more to her story.

Apryl gets real about doing the work to release old relationship hurt and issues with her father so she can show up lighter, freer, and fully present for herself and her kids. We talk motherhood hustle, protecting your peace, dating as a single mom, what still scares her, and what she’s truly looking for in this next chapter.

And honestly? Her energy surprised us in the best way — fun, carefree, thoughtful, and grounded in family first. It turned into one of those conversations where you laugh, reflect, and leave feeling a little softer about your own journey.

Healing, honesty, and good mama energy all around.

Keep up with Apryl on IG: @aprylsjones

The Mamas are building our community and ways to keep in touch with you. Share your email address here: https://tinyurl.com/MamasDen
Make sure you connect with our Mamas on IG: @themamasdenpodcast
Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls
Codie - @codieco 
Melanie - @melaniefiona</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>This week in The Mama’s Den, we’re kicking it with Apryl Jones — single mama of two, entrepreneur, creative, and yes… someone many people think they know from reality TV, but trust us, there’s so much more to her story.

Apryl gets real about doing the work to release old relationship hurt and issues with her father so she can show up lighter, freer, and fully present for herself and her kids. We talk motherhood hustle, protecting your peace, dating as a single mom, what still scares her, and what she’s truly looking for in this next chapter.

And honestly? Her energy surprised us in the best way — fun, carefree, thoughtful, and grounded in family first. It turned into one of those conversations where you laugh, reflect, and leave feeling a little softer about your own journey.

Healing, honesty, and good mama energy all around.

Keep up with Apryl on IG: @aprylsjones

The Mamas are building our community and ways to keep in touch with you. Share your email address here: https://tinyurl.com/MamasDen
Make sure you connect with our Mamas on IG: @themamasdenpodcast
Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls
Codie - @codieco 
Melanie - @melaniefiona</itunes:subtitle>
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      <title>Faith Over Fear: Choosing Motherhood Solo with Kellee Stewart</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>This week in The Mama’s Den, actress, storyteller, and new mama Kellee Stewart joins us for a deeply honest conversation about faith, timing, motherhood, and trusting your own path.</p><p>After a seven-year relationship ended in her 30s, Kellee made the powerful decision to freeze her eggs — a choice that would shape her future in ways she never expected. Thirteen years later, through what she describes as a divine nudge delivered through her mother, she embraced motherhood on her own terms - at 50 years old - and is now navigating life as a newborn mom.</p><p>We talk about heartbreak, hope, egg freezing as an option every woman deserves to understand, and the beauty of building a family in a way that feels right for you.</p><p>It’s vulnerable, inspiring, faith-filled, and full of the real talk you expect from The Mama’s Den.</p><p>Keep up with Kellee Stewart on IG: @kstew222</p><p>The Mamas are building our community and ways to keep in touch with you. Share your email address here: https://tinyurl.com/MamasDen</p><p>Make sure you connect with our Mamas on IG: @themamasdenpodcast</p><p>Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls</p><p>Codie - @codieco </p><p>Melanie - @melaniefiona</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 13:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>podcasts@blacklove.com (Codie Elaine Oliver, Ashley Chea, Melanie Fiona, Kellee Stewart)</author>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This week in The Mama’s Den, actress, storyteller, and new mama Kellee Stewart joins us for a deeply honest conversation about faith, timing, motherhood, and trusting your own path.</p><p>After a seven-year relationship ended in her 30s, Kellee made the powerful decision to freeze her eggs — a choice that would shape her future in ways she never expected. Thirteen years later, through what she describes as a divine nudge delivered through her mother, she embraced motherhood on her own terms - at 50 years old - and is now navigating life as a newborn mom.</p><p>We talk about heartbreak, hope, egg freezing as an option every woman deserves to understand, and the beauty of building a family in a way that feels right for you.</p><p>It’s vulnerable, inspiring, faith-filled, and full of the real talk you expect from The Mama’s Den.</p><p>Keep up with Kellee Stewart on IG: @kstew222</p><p>The Mamas are building our community and ways to keep in touch with you. Share your email address here: https://tinyurl.com/MamasDen</p><p>Make sure you connect with our Mamas on IG: @themamasdenpodcast</p><p>Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls</p><p>Codie - @codieco </p><p>Melanie - @melaniefiona</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <itunes:summary>This week in The Mama’s Den, actress, storyteller, and new mama Kellee Stewart joins us for a deeply honest conversation about faith, timing, motherhood, and trusting your own path.

After a seven-year relationship ended in her 30s, Kellee made the powerful decision to freeze her eggs — a choice that would shape her future in ways she never expected. Thirteen years later, through what she describes as a divine nudge delivered through her mother, she embraced motherhood on her own terms - at 50 years old - and is now navigating life as a newborn mom.

We talk about heartbreak, hope, egg freezing as an option every woman deserves to understand, and the beauty of building a family in a way that feels right for you.

It’s vulnerable, inspiring, faith-filled, and full of the real talk you expect from The Mama’s Den.

Keep up with Kellee Stewart on IG: @kstew222

The Mamas are building our community and ways to keep in touch with you. Share your email address here: https://tinyurl.com/MamasDen

Make sure you connect with our Mamas on IG: @themamasdenpodcast
Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls
Codie - @codieco 
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      <itunes:subtitle>This week in The Mama’s Den, actress, storyteller, and new mama Kellee Stewart joins us for a deeply honest conversation about faith, timing, motherhood, and trusting your own path.

After a seven-year relationship ended in her 30s, Kellee made the powerful decision to freeze her eggs — a choice that would shape her future in ways she never expected. Thirteen years later, through what she describes as a divine nudge delivered through her mother, she embraced motherhood on her own terms - at 50 years old - and is now navigating life as a newborn mom.

We talk about heartbreak, hope, egg freezing as an option every woman deserves to understand, and the beauty of building a family in a way that feels right for you.

It’s vulnerable, inspiring, faith-filled, and full of the real talk you expect from The Mama’s Den.

Keep up with Kellee Stewart on IG: @kstew222

The Mamas are building our community and ways to keep in touch with you. Share your email address here: https://tinyurl.com/MamasDen

Make sure you connect with our Mamas on IG: @themamasdenpodcast
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Codie - @codieco 
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If you’ve ever wondered what’s happening to your body (or what’s coming next), this episode is packed with clarity, reassurance, and practical gems. Honestly? Required listening for every woman — and the people who love us.

Keep up with Dr. Shepherd on IG: @jessicashepherdmd
Learn more about her and even buy her book, Generation M, at jessicashepherdmd.com

The Mamas are building our community and ways to keep in touch with you. Share your email address here: https://tinyurl.com/MamasDen
Make sure you connect with our Mamas on IG: @themamasdenpodcast
Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls
Codie - @codieco 
Melanie - @melaniefiona</itunes:summary>
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If you’ve ever wondered what’s happening to your body (or what’s coming next), this episode is packed with clarity, reassurance, and practical gems. Honestly? Required listening for every woman — and the people who love us.

Keep up with Dr. Shepherd on IG: @jessicashepherdmd
Learn more about her and even buy her book, Generation M, at jessicashepherdmd.com

The Mamas are building our community and ways to keep in touch with you. Share your email address here: https://tinyurl.com/MamasDen
Make sure you connect with our Mamas on IG: @themamasdenpodcast
Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls
Codie - @codieco 
Melanie - @melaniefiona</itunes:subtitle>
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And because we hadn’t been in the same room together in months, this episode turns into something even more special: a chance to truly catch up, laugh, get honest, and go deep about the seasons we’ve been living through as women, moms, and friends.

It’s heartfelt, it’s fun, and it’s a reminder that sometimes the best conversations happen when you give yourself space to reflect — and the people who know you best are right there beside you.

The Mamas are building our community and ways to keep in touch with you. Share your email address here: https://tinyurl.com/MamasDen

Make sure you connect with our Mamas on IG: @themamasdenpodcast
Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls
Codie - @codieco 
Melanie - @melaniefiona</itunes:summary>
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And because we hadn’t been in the same room together in months, this episode turns into something even more special: a chance to truly catch up, laugh, get honest, and go deep about the seasons we’ve been living through as women, moms, and friends.

It’s heartfelt, it’s fun, and it’s a reminder that sometimes the best conversations happen when you give yourself space to reflect — and the people who know you best are right there beside you.

The Mamas are building our community and ways to keep in touch with you. Share your email address here: https://tinyurl.com/MamasDen

Make sure you connect with our Mamas on IG: @themamasdenpodcast
Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls
Codie - @codieco 
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>This week on The Mama’s Den, we’re joined by the radiant Simone I. Smith — jewelry designer, mother of four, grandmother of four, devoted wife to LL Cool J, and a true embodiment of sisterhood.</p><p>Simone is the definition of a girl’s girl: a woman whose brand and spirit are rooted in community, friendship, and showing up for other women. From her signature hoop designs under Simone I. Smith Jewelry to the wisdom she carries as a cancer survivor, Simone’s story is one of resilience, grace, and deep faith.</p><p>In this conversation, we talk about God’s timing, trusting the seasons of motherhood, and learning to lean into the kind of mom you truly are — not the one you think you’re supposed to be. Simone shares what it means to build a life grounded in love, purpose, and sisterhood, and why every chapter unfolds exactly when it’s meant to.</p><p>This episode is a reminder that motherhood isn’t one-size-fits-all… and that sometimes, the greatest strength comes from embracing your own journey — right on time.</p><p>Make sure you connect with our Mamas on IG: @themamasdenpodcast</p><p>Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls</p><p>Codie - @codieco </p><p>Melanie - @melaniefiona</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
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Simone is the definition of a girl’s girl: a woman whose brand and spirit are rooted in community, friendship, and showing up for other women. From her signature hoop designs under Simone I. Smith Jewelry to the wisdom she carries as a cancer survivor, Simone’s story is one of resilience, grace, and deep faith.

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This episode is a reminder that motherhood isn’t one-size-fits-all… and that sometimes, the greatest strength comes from embracing your own journey — right on time.

Make sure you connect with our Mamas on IG: @themamasdenpodcast
Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls
Codie - @codieco 
Melanie - @melaniefiona</itunes:summary>
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Simone is the definition of a girl’s girl: a woman whose brand and spirit are rooted in community, friendship, and showing up for other women. From her signature hoop designs under Simone I. Smith Jewelry to the wisdom she carries as a cancer survivor, Simone’s story is one of resilience, grace, and deep faith.

In this conversation, we talk about God’s timing, trusting the seasons of motherhood, and learning to lean into the kind of mom you truly are — not the one you think you’re supposed to be. Simone shares what it means to build a life grounded in love, purpose, and sisterhood, and why every chapter unfolds exactly when it’s meant to.

This episode is a reminder that motherhood isn’t one-size-fits-all… and that sometimes, the greatest strength comes from embracing your own journey — right on time.

Make sure you connect with our Mamas on IG: @themamasdenpodcast
Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls
Codie - @codieco 
Melanie - @melaniefiona</itunes:subtitle>
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She also shares the very real—but often heavy—experience of parenting a child on the autism spectrum, explaining how taking a hands-on, informed approach helped her youngest son make meaningful progress. This conversation is filled with laughs, lessons, and reminders that community matters in motherhood. It’s proof that joy and resilience can exist right alongside the hard stuff.

Make sure you connect with our Mamas on IG: @themamasdenpodcast
Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls
Codie - @codieco 
Melanie - @melaniefiona</itunes:summary>
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She also shares the very real—but often heavy—experience of parenting a child on the autism spectrum, explaining how taking a hands-on, informed approach helped her youngest son make meaningful progress. This conversation is filled with laughs, lessons, and reminders that community matters in motherhood. It’s proof that joy and resilience can exist right alongside the hard stuff.

Make sure you connect with our Mamas on IG: @themamasdenpodcast
Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls
Codie - @codieco 
Melanie - @melaniefiona</itunes:subtitle>
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We love getting Listener Letters! Send any thoughts or questions for the Mamas at podcasts@blacklove.com.

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We love getting Listener Letters! Send any thoughts or questions for the Mamas at podcasts@blacklove.com.

Make sure you connect with our Mamas: @themamasdenpodcast

Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls

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This episode marks PART 2 of The Mama&apos;s Den x Gin &amp; Juice mashup. Catch Part 1 on The Gin &amp; Juice podcast feed.

REMEMBER: If you&apos;re in Atlanta on November 3rd, come see The Mamas live! https://citywinery.com/atlanta/events/the-mamas-den-podcast-live-6vpkv0
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Send any thoughts or questions for the Mamas at podcasts@blacklove.com.
Make sure you connect with our Mamas on Instagram:
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Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls
Codie - @codieco
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This episode marks PART 2 of The Mama&apos;s Den x Gin &amp; Juice mashup. Catch Part 1 on The Gin &amp; Juice podcast feed.

REMEMBER: If you&apos;re in Atlanta on November 3rd, come see The Mamas live! https://citywinery.com/atlanta/events/the-mamas-den-podcast-live-6vpkv0
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Send any thoughts or questions for the Mamas at podcasts@blacklove.com.
Make sure you connect with our Mamas on Instagram:
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Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls
Codie - @codieco
Melanie - @melaniefiona</itunes:subtitle>
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REMEMBER: If you&apos;re in Atlanta on November 3rd, come see The Mamas live! https://citywinery.com/atlanta/events/the-mamas-den-podcast-live-6vpkv0
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Send any thoughts or questions for the Mamas at podcasts@blacklove.com.
Make sure you connect with our Mamas on Instagram:
The Mama&apos;s Den - @themamasdenpodcast
Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls
Codie - @codieco
Melanie - @melaniefiona</itunes:summary>
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REMEMBER: If you&apos;re in Atlanta on November 3rd, come see The Mamas live! https://citywinery.com/atlanta/events/the-mamas-den-podcast-live-6vpkv0
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Send any thoughts or questions for the Mamas at podcasts@blacklove.com.
Make sure you connect with our Mamas on Instagram:
The Mama&apos;s Den - @themamasdenpodcast
Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls
Codie - @codieco
Melanie - @melaniefiona</itunes:subtitle>
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REMEMBER: If you&apos;re in Atlanta on November 3rd, come see The Mamas live! https://citywinery.com/atlanta/events/the-mamas-den-podcast-live-6vpkv0

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Send any thoughts or questions for the Mamas at podcasts@blacklove.com.

Make sure you connect with our Mamas on Instagram:
The Mama&apos;s Den - @themamasdenpodcast
Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls
Codie - @codieco
Melanie - @melaniefiona</itunes:summary>
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REMEMBER: If you&apos;re in Atlanta on November 3rd, come see The Mamas live! https://citywinery.com/atlanta/events/the-mamas-den-podcast-live-6vpkv0

________________________ 

Send any thoughts or questions for the Mamas at podcasts@blacklove.com.

Make sure you connect with our Mamas on Instagram:
The Mama&apos;s Den - @themamasdenpodcast
Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls
Codie - @codieco
Melanie - @melaniefiona</itunes:subtitle>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Forgive us for being all "woo woo" but we are in our feelings this week as we catch up 1 month after Melanie's move. We read your messages and comments on every platform and couldn't leave our Mama's Den fam hanging on the morning commute. This week, we discuss our recent transitions and the impact of change on family dynamics, the importance of supportive relationships, the even power of manifestation. Tap in with us as we embrace some beautiful changes TOGETHER!</p><p>And if you're in Atlanta on November 3rd, come see us live! https://citywinery.com/atlanta/events/the-mamas-den-podcast-live-6vpkv0</p><p>________________________ </p><p>Send any thoughts or questions for the Mamas at podcasts@blacklove.com.</p><p>Make sure you connect with our Mamas on Instagram:</p><p>The Mama's Den - @themamasdenpodcast</p><p>Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls</p><p>Codie - @codieco</p><p>Melanie - @melaniefiona</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Forgive us for being all "woo woo" but we are in our feelings this week as we catch up 1 month after Melanie's move. We read your messages and comments on every platform and couldn't leave our Mama's Den fam hanging on the morning commute. This week, we discuss our recent transitions and the impact of change on family dynamics, the importance of supportive relationships, the even power of manifestation. Tap in with us as we embrace some beautiful changes TOGETHER!</p><p>And if you're in Atlanta on November 3rd, come see us live! https://citywinery.com/atlanta/events/the-mamas-den-podcast-live-6vpkv0</p><p>________________________ </p><p>Send any thoughts or questions for the Mamas at podcasts@blacklove.com.</p><p>Make sure you connect with our Mamas on Instagram:</p><p>The Mama's Den - @themamasdenpodcast</p><p>Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls</p><p>Codie - @codieco</p><p>Melanie - @melaniefiona</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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And if you&apos;re in Atlanta on November 3rd, come see us live! https://citywinery.com/atlanta/events/the-mamas-den-podcast-live-6vpkv0
________________________ 

Send any thoughts or questions for the Mamas at podcasts@blacklove.com.
Make sure you connect with our Mamas on Instagram:
The Mama&apos;s Den - @themamasdenpodcast
Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls
Codie - @codieco
Melanie - @melaniefiona
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And if you&apos;re in Atlanta on November 3rd, come see us live! https://citywinery.com/atlanta/events/the-mamas-den-podcast-live-6vpkv0
________________________ 

Send any thoughts or questions for the Mamas at podcasts@blacklove.com.
Make sure you connect with our Mamas on Instagram:
The Mama&apos;s Den - @themamasdenpodcast
Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls
Codie - @codieco
Melanie - @melaniefiona
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      <title>Mini-sode: We Have An Announcement</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>This episode is a little different than most.....OK, a lot different. We snuck into our studio over the weekend just two days before Melanie was set to move her whole family across the country because we wanted to deliver a message to YOU! Things are changing in the Den, but like motherhood, we adapt. Make sure you're following the podcast on all platforms for updates on new episodes, live shows, and community events!</p><p>And if you're in Atlanta on November 3rd, come to our live show! https://citywinery.com/atlanta/events/the-mamas-den-podcast-live-6vpkv0</p><p>________________________ </p><p>Send any thoughts or questions for the Mamas at podcasts@blacklove.com.</p><p>Make sure you connect with our Mamas on Instagram:</p><p>The Mama's Den - @themamasdenpodcast</p><p>Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls</p><p>Codie - @codieco</p><p>Melanie - @melaniefiona</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
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And if you&apos;re in Atlanta on November 3rd, come to our live show! https://citywinery.com/atlanta/events/the-mamas-den-podcast-live-6vpkv0

________________________ 
Send any thoughts or questions for the Mamas at podcasts@blacklove.com.
Make sure you connect with our Mamas on Instagram:
The Mama&apos;s Den - @themamasdenpodcast
Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls
Codie - @codieco
Melanie - @melaniefiona</itunes:summary>
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And if you&apos;re in Atlanta on November 3rd, come to our live show! https://citywinery.com/atlanta/events/the-mamas-den-podcast-live-6vpkv0

________________________ 
Send any thoughts or questions for the Mamas at podcasts@blacklove.com.
Make sure you connect with our Mamas on Instagram:
The Mama&apos;s Den - @themamasdenpodcast
Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls
Codie - @codieco
Melanie - @melaniefiona</itunes:subtitle>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>This summer, we said hello to the Mama's Den village as a party of 3 and we are running this episode back for everyone new to the Den AND because in exactly 7 weeks, Melanie, Ashley, and Codie will be LIVE in Atlanta at City Winery. Get to know where we've been, who we are, and how we are rolling with the changes 2025 has brought us.</p><p>Now more than ever, these mamas are juggling motherhood, entrepreneurship, and personal growth - still 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 available to you.</p><p>Want to see The Mama's Den live in Atlanta on November 3rd? Get your tickets here: https://citywinery.com/atlanta/events/the-mamas-den-podcast-live-6vpkv0</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This summer, we said hello to the Mama's Den village as a party of 3 and we are running this episode back for everyone new to the Den AND because in exactly 7 weeks, Melanie, Ashley, and Codie will be LIVE in Atlanta at City Winery. Get to know where we've been, who we are, and how we are rolling with the changes 2025 has brought us.</p><p>Now more than ever, these mamas are juggling motherhood, entrepreneurship, and personal growth - still 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 available to you.</p><p>Want to see The Mama's Den live in Atlanta on November 3rd? Get your tickets here: https://citywinery.com/atlanta/events/the-mamas-den-podcast-live-6vpkv0</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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Now more than ever, these mamas are juggling motherhood, entrepreneurship, and personal growth - still 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 available to you.

Want to see The Mama&apos;s Den live in Atlanta on November 3rd? Get your tickets here: https://citywinery.com/atlanta/events/the-mamas-den-podcast-live-6vpkv0
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Now more than ever, these mamas are juggling motherhood, entrepreneurship, and personal growth - still 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 available to you.

Want to see The Mama&apos;s Den live in Atlanta on November 3rd? Get your tickets here: https://citywinery.com/atlanta/events/the-mamas-den-podcast-live-6vpkv0
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Send any thoughts or questions for the Mamas at podcasts@blacklove.com or hit us up on IG at @themamasdenpodcast

Make sure you connect with our Mamas:
Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls
Codie - @codieco
Melanie - @melaniefiona
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Send any thoughts or questions for the Mamas at podcasts@blacklove.com or hit us up on IG at @themamasdenpodcast

Make sure you connect with our Mamas:
Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls
Codie - @codieco
Melanie - @melaniefiona
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So Village, what is your ideal birthday celebration? How do you celebrate and embrace getting a year older? Get in on the conversation and let us know over at podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can always submit a DM on IG @themamasdenpodcast

Make sure you connect with our Mamas:
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So, Mama&apos;s Den Village, are you fulfilling your childhood dreams or did you figure out your purpose later in life? Let us know your point of view over at podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can always submit a DM on IG at @themamasdenpodcast.

Make sure you connect with our Mamas:
Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls
Codie - @codieco
Melanie - @melaniefiona</itunes:summary>
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So, Mama&apos;s Den Village, are you fulfilling your childhood dreams or did you figure out your purpose later in life? Let us know your point of view over at podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can always submit a DM on IG at @themamasdenpodcast.

Make sure you connect with our Mamas:
Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls
Codie - @codieco
Melanie - @melaniefiona</itunes:subtitle>
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Mama&apos;s Den Village, do you agree with the 5 steps of having a secure relationship with your child? Do you have another step you would add to the conversation? Let us know your point of view over at podcasts@blacklove.com. PLUS you can always hit us up over on Instagram at @themamasdenpodcast

Make sure you connect with our Mamas:
Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls
Codie - @codieco
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Mama&apos;s Den Village, do you agree with the 5 steps of having a secure relationship with your child? Do you have another step you would add to the conversation? Let us know your point of view over at podcasts@blacklove.com. PLUS you can always hit us up over on Instagram at @themamasdenpodcast

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Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls
Codie - @codieco
Melanie - @melaniefiona</itunes:subtitle>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>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 <i>actually</i> 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 <i>and</i> yourself. Because yes, Village, your sleep matters too.</p><p>Check out Brandi’s agency - The Cradle Company, her podcast "Dear Doula", and follow her on Instagram @brandi_jordan_official for more tips.</p><p>________________________ </p><p>We love getting Listener Letters! Send any thoughts or questions for the Mamas at podcasts@blacklove.com.</p><p>Make sure you connect with our Mamas:</p><p>Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls</p><p>Codie - @codieco</p><p>Melanie - @melaniefiona</p><p>________________________ </p><p>LOVE BLACK LOVE? </p><p>Subscribe to our channel:<a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/blacklove?sub_confirmation=1"> https://www.youtube.com/c/blacklove?s...</a></p><p>For more Black Love interviews and articles, visit<a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbl9UYUhGb3RjaUtFVUJJcm9UQmJKRlVZcmxSUXxBQ3Jtc0tsRzRYdkR2d2pfYUlSUzFzQlhLSl90LWRpbkRFRWF5Y3ZqaDZoQWZiQ2E5ZUZ0TzNENE5TLWF2bmdQcUpCcWdpd0xzdmtla0JWOUtXUUZXcmRuZkotZUp5eVItVkdNOUVpVDBOeG5wVFNpdUlzanZlaw&q=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.BlackLove.com%2F&v=pNQwbr_JRSA"> http://www.BlackLove.com</a></p><p>Follow </p><p>Facebook: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbFlpOGdsLW5pdWxZRWRmZ2pvR2lTaXBmTTNzQXxBQ3Jtc0trRlZCeko5VjFScGdNSTFTeU5wVGdSeTZyYWx1VHZha0NSRFFYTzBEak5lalNDbzFfOVBoa2NTZWVEY0hUeUl3VF9xbWR1MjZyZ3B5TWpDM1BNaWRQdnNzcjk5TnA3dE05Z3hmeXNOYWltZkMzQzNRWQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fblacklovedoc&v=pNQwbr_JRSA">blacklovedoc </a></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbW81cXR2U1RMSUwyUkw5RjQ3SkFfQ2NyeVJZZ3xBQ3Jtc0tsemRLdXl5bFRFeGppMW1xSnhMTkNFVzgtZl9aem0yM1pFLUhqZEFpRUtFTFZaTHRWbWt2Q0xWYUNpOFlnV0hZcVEycFRDSUhCUF91b0JhYnlWTHhGS1Vna3dZZUpwTGRRaTI5dlhpMXhZZjAxUFZJbw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fblacklove&v=pNQwbr_JRSA">blacklove </a></p><p>Tiktok: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbXVYTFk5MG1wTUJERVk1SVg3WWFvZkt0NGtyQXxBQ3Jtc0tsc0hBb3VmNkEybEhqT1pidUl2TGVoZ1BCR1paeDctVExkYnJZUU9makgwbkZkMkJFejVSZ3dOSmtlckhUb19aSkZxell4MmREWnBKSmpzcmtQZXNYb1NSeEc1T2RIWXlraURsSlQwOHFYLXNsdXZHQQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tiktok.com%2Fblackloveinc&v=pNQwbr_JRSA">blackloveinc</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/blacklovedoc">#BlackLoveDoc</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/blacklove"> #blacklove</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/blacklovemagic"> #blacklovemagic</a></p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 7 Jul 2025 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>podcasts@blacklove.com (Melanie Fiona, Ashley Sirah Chea, Codie Elaine Oliver, Brandi Jordan)</author>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>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 <i>actually</i> 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 <i>and</i> yourself. Because yes, Village, your sleep matters too.</p><p>Check out Brandi’s agency - The Cradle Company, her podcast "Dear Doula", and follow her on Instagram @brandi_jordan_official for more tips.</p><p>________________________ </p><p>We love getting Listener Letters! Send any thoughts or questions for the Mamas at podcasts@blacklove.com.</p><p>Make sure you connect with our Mamas:</p><p>Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls</p><p>Codie - @codieco</p><p>Melanie - @melaniefiona</p><p>________________________ </p><p>LOVE BLACK LOVE? </p><p>Subscribe to our channel:<a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/blacklove?sub_confirmation=1"> https://www.youtube.com/c/blacklove?s...</a></p><p>For more Black Love interviews and articles, visit<a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbl9UYUhGb3RjaUtFVUJJcm9UQmJKRlVZcmxSUXxBQ3Jtc0tsRzRYdkR2d2pfYUlSUzFzQlhLSl90LWRpbkRFRWF5Y3ZqaDZoQWZiQ2E5ZUZ0TzNENE5TLWF2bmdQcUpCcWdpd0xzdmtla0JWOUtXUUZXcmRuZkotZUp5eVItVkdNOUVpVDBOeG5wVFNpdUlzanZlaw&q=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.BlackLove.com%2F&v=pNQwbr_JRSA"> http://www.BlackLove.com</a></p><p>Follow </p><p>Facebook: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbFlpOGdsLW5pdWxZRWRmZ2pvR2lTaXBmTTNzQXxBQ3Jtc0trRlZCeko5VjFScGdNSTFTeU5wVGdSeTZyYWx1VHZha0NSRFFYTzBEak5lalNDbzFfOVBoa2NTZWVEY0hUeUl3VF9xbWR1MjZyZ3B5TWpDM1BNaWRQdnNzcjk5TnA3dE05Z3hmeXNOYWltZkMzQzNRWQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fblacklovedoc&v=pNQwbr_JRSA">blacklovedoc </a></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbW81cXR2U1RMSUwyUkw5RjQ3SkFfQ2NyeVJZZ3xBQ3Jtc0tsemRLdXl5bFRFeGppMW1xSnhMTkNFVzgtZl9aem0yM1pFLUhqZEFpRUtFTFZaTHRWbWt2Q0xWYUNpOFlnV0hZcVEycFRDSUhCUF91b0JhYnlWTHhGS1Vna3dZZUpwTGRRaTI5dlhpMXhZZjAxUFZJbw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fblacklove&v=pNQwbr_JRSA">blacklove </a></p><p>Tiktok: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbXVYTFk5MG1wTUJERVk1SVg3WWFvZkt0NGtyQXxBQ3Jtc0tsc0hBb3VmNkEybEhqT1pidUl2TGVoZ1BCR1paeDctVExkYnJZUU9makgwbkZkMkJFejVSZ3dOSmtlckhUb19aSkZxell4MmREWnBKSmpzcmtQZXNYb1NSeEc1T2RIWXlraURsSlQwOHFYLXNsdXZHQQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tiktok.com%2Fblackloveinc&v=pNQwbr_JRSA">blackloveinc</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/blacklovedoc">#BlackLoveDoc</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/blacklove"> #blacklove</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/blacklovemagic"> #blacklovemagic</a></p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>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.</p><p>________________________ </p><p>We love getting Listener Letters! Send any thoughts or questions for the Mamas at podcasts@blacklove.com.</p><p>Make sure you connect with our Mamas:</p><p>Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls</p><p>Codie - @codieco</p><p>Melanie - @melaniefiona</p><p>________________________ </p><p>LOVE BLACK LOVE? </p><p>Subscribe to our channel:<a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/blacklove?sub_confirmation=1"> https://www.youtube.com/c/blacklove?s...</a></p><p>For more Black Love interviews and articles, visit<a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbl9UYUhGb3RjaUtFVUJJcm9UQmJKRlVZcmxSUXxBQ3Jtc0tsRzRYdkR2d2pfYUlSUzFzQlhLSl90LWRpbkRFRWF5Y3ZqaDZoQWZiQ2E5ZUZ0TzNENE5TLWF2bmdQcUpCcWdpd0xzdmtla0JWOUtXUUZXcmRuZkotZUp5eVItVkdNOUVpVDBOeG5wVFNpdUlzanZlaw&q=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.BlackLove.com%2F&v=pNQwbr_JRSA"> http://www.BlackLove.com</a></p><p>Follow </p><p>Facebook: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbFlpOGdsLW5pdWxZRWRmZ2pvR2lTaXBmTTNzQXxBQ3Jtc0trRlZCeko5VjFScGdNSTFTeU5wVGdSeTZyYWx1VHZha0NSRFFYTzBEak5lalNDbzFfOVBoa2NTZWVEY0hUeUl3VF9xbWR1MjZyZ3B5TWpDM1BNaWRQdnNzcjk5TnA3dE05Z3hmeXNOYWltZkMzQzNRWQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fblacklovedoc&v=pNQwbr_JRSA">blacklovedoc</a></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbW81cXR2U1RMSUwyUkw5RjQ3SkFfQ2NyeVJZZ3xBQ3Jtc0tsemRLdXl5bFRFeGppMW1xSnhMTkNFVzgtZl9aem0yM1pFLUhqZEFpRUtFTFZaTHRWbWt2Q0xWYUNpOFlnV0hZcVEycFRDSUhCUF91b0JhYnlWTHhGS1Vna3dZZUpwTGRRaTI5dlhpMXhZZjAxUFZJbw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fblacklove&v=pNQwbr_JRSA">blacklove  </a></p><p>Tiktok: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbXVYTFk5MG1wTUJERVk1SVg3WWFvZkt0NGtyQXxBQ3Jtc0tsc0hBb3VmNkEybEhqT1pidUl2TGVoZ1BCR1paeDctVExkYnJZUU9makgwbkZkMkJFejVSZ3dOSmtlckhUb19aSkZxell4MmREWnBKSmpzcmtQZXNYb1NSeEc1T2RIWXlraURsSlQwOHFYLXNsdXZHQQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tiktok.com%2Fblackloveinc&v=pNQwbr_JRSA">blackloveinc</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/blacklovedoc">#BlackLoveDoc</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/blacklove"> #blacklove</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/blacklovemagic"> #blacklovemagic</a></p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 30 Jun 2025 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>podcasts@blacklove.com (Codie Elaine OIiver, Ashley Sirah Chea, Melanie Fiona)</author>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Bozoma Saint John is a Badass Mama! From single motherhood to climbing the corporate ladder as a marketing exec, launching her hair brand <i>Eve by Boz</i>, and starring on <i>The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills</i> - 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 <i>thrived</i> - led by intuition, divine timing, and trust in divine intervention.</p><p>________________________ </p><p>We love getting Listener Letters! Send any thoughts or questions for the Mamas at podcasts@blacklove.com.</p><p>Make sure you connect with our Mamas & guest:</p><p>Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls</p><p>Codie - @codieco</p><p>Melanie - @melaniefiona</p><p>Bozoma - @badassboz</p><p>________________________ </p><p>LOVE BLACK LOVE? </p><p>Subscribe to our channel:<a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/blacklove?sub_confirmation=1"> https://www.youtube.com/c/blacklove?s...</a></p><p>For more Black Love interviews and articles, visit <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbl9UYUhGb3RjaUtFVUJJcm9UQmJKRlVZcmxSUXxBQ3Jtc0tsRzRYdkR2d2pfYUlSUzFzQlhLSl90LWRpbkRFRWF5Y3ZqaDZoQWZiQ2E5ZUZ0TzNENE5TLWF2bmdQcUpCcWdpd0xzdmtla0JWOUtXUUZXcmRuZkotZUp5eVItVkdNOUVpVDBOeG5wVFNpdUlzanZlaw&q=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.BlackLove.com%2F&v=pNQwbr_JRSA">http://www.BlackLove.com</a></p><p>Follow </p><p>Facebook: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbFlpOGdsLW5pdWxZRWRmZ2pvR2lTaXBmTTNzQXxBQ3Jtc0trRlZCeko5VjFScGdNSTFTeU5wVGdSeTZyYWx1VHZha0NSRFFYTzBEak5lalNDbzFfOVBoa2NTZWVEY0hUeUl3VF9xbWR1MjZyZ3B5TWpDM1BNaWRQdnNzcjk5TnA3dE05Z3hmeXNOYWltZkMzQzNRWQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fblacklovedoc&v=pNQwbr_JRSA">blacklovedoc  </a></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbW81cXR2U1RMSUwyUkw5RjQ3SkFfQ2NyeVJZZ3xBQ3Jtc0tsemRLdXl5bFRFeGppMW1xSnhMTkNFVzgtZl9aem0yM1pFLUhqZEFpRUtFTFZaTHRWbWt2Q0xWYUNpOFlnV0hZcVEycFRDSUhCUF91b0JhYnlWTHhGS1Vna3dZZUpwTGRRaTI5dlhpMXhZZjAxUFZJbw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fblacklove&v=pNQwbr_JRSA">blacklove  </a></p><p>Tiktok: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbXVYTFk5MG1wTUJERVk1SVg3WWFvZkt0NGtyQXxBQ3Jtc0tsc0hBb3VmNkEybEhqT1pidUl2TGVoZ1BCR1paeDctVExkYnJZUU9makgwbkZkMkJFejVSZ3dOSmtlckhUb19aSkZxell4MmREWnBKSmpzcmtQZXNYb1NSeEc1T2RIWXlraURsSlQwOHFYLXNsdXZHQQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tiktok.com%2Fblackloveinc&v=pNQwbr_JRSA">blackloveinc</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/blacklovedoc">#BlackLoveDoc</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/blacklove"> #blacklove</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/blacklovemagic"> #blacklovemagic</a></p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 23 Jun 2025 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>podcasts@blacklove.com (Bozoma Saint John, Ashley Sirah Chea, Melanie Fiona, Codie Elaine OIiver)</author>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Bozoma Saint John is a Badass Mama! From single motherhood to climbing the corporate ladder as a marketing exec, launching her hair brand <i>Eve by Boz</i>, and starring on <i>The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills</i> - 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 <i>thrived</i> - led by intuition, divine timing, and trust in divine intervention.</p><p>________________________ </p><p>We love getting Listener Letters! Send any thoughts or questions for the Mamas at podcasts@blacklove.com.</p><p>Make sure you connect with our Mamas & guest:</p><p>Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls</p><p>Codie - @codieco</p><p>Melanie - @melaniefiona</p><p>Bozoma - @badassboz</p><p>________________________ </p><p>LOVE BLACK LOVE? </p><p>Subscribe to our channel:<a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/blacklove?sub_confirmation=1"> https://www.youtube.com/c/blacklove?s...</a></p><p>For more Black Love interviews and articles, visit <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbl9UYUhGb3RjaUtFVUJJcm9UQmJKRlVZcmxSUXxBQ3Jtc0tsRzRYdkR2d2pfYUlSUzFzQlhLSl90LWRpbkRFRWF5Y3ZqaDZoQWZiQ2E5ZUZ0TzNENE5TLWF2bmdQcUpCcWdpd0xzdmtla0JWOUtXUUZXcmRuZkotZUp5eVItVkdNOUVpVDBOeG5wVFNpdUlzanZlaw&q=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.BlackLove.com%2F&v=pNQwbr_JRSA">http://www.BlackLove.com</a></p><p>Follow </p><p>Facebook: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbFlpOGdsLW5pdWxZRWRmZ2pvR2lTaXBmTTNzQXxBQ3Jtc0trRlZCeko5VjFScGdNSTFTeU5wVGdSeTZyYWx1VHZha0NSRFFYTzBEak5lalNDbzFfOVBoa2NTZWVEY0hUeUl3VF9xbWR1MjZyZ3B5TWpDM1BNaWRQdnNzcjk5TnA3dE05Z3hmeXNOYWltZkMzQzNRWQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fblacklovedoc&v=pNQwbr_JRSA">blacklovedoc  </a></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbW81cXR2U1RMSUwyUkw5RjQ3SkFfQ2NyeVJZZ3xBQ3Jtc0tsemRLdXl5bFRFeGppMW1xSnhMTkNFVzgtZl9aem0yM1pFLUhqZEFpRUtFTFZaTHRWbWt2Q0xWYUNpOFlnV0hZcVEycFRDSUhCUF91b0JhYnlWTHhGS1Vna3dZZUpwTGRRaTI5dlhpMXhZZjAxUFZJbw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fblacklove&v=pNQwbr_JRSA">blacklove  </a></p><p>Tiktok: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbXVYTFk5MG1wTUJERVk1SVg3WWFvZkt0NGtyQXxBQ3Jtc0tsc0hBb3VmNkEybEhqT1pidUl2TGVoZ1BCR1paeDctVExkYnJZUU9makgwbkZkMkJFejVSZ3dOSmtlckhUb19aSkZxell4MmREWnBKSmpzcmtQZXNYb1NSeEc1T2RIWXlraURsSlQwOHFYLXNsdXZHQQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tiktok.com%2Fblackloveinc&v=pNQwbr_JRSA">blackloveinc</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/blacklovedoc">#BlackLoveDoc</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/blacklove"> #blacklove</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/blacklovemagic"> #blacklovemagic</a></p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>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. From unplanned pregnancies and navigating pregnancy without health insurance, to finding purpose in motherhood and building community through <i>The Mama’s Den</i> - the Mamas open up about why honest conversations matter and why they keep showing up for the Village.</p><p>======</p><p>We love getting Listener Letters! Send any thoughts or questions for the Mamas at podcasts@blacklove.com.</p><p>Make sure you connect with our Mamas:</p><p>Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls</p><p>Codie - @codieco</p><p>Felicia - @felicialatour</p><p>Melanie - @melaniefiona</p><p>________________________ </p><p>LOVE BLACK LOVE? </p><p>Subscribe to our channel:<a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/blacklove?sub_confirmation=1"> https://www.youtube.com/c/blacklove?s...</a></p><p>For more Black Love interviews and articles, visit<a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbl9UYUhGb3RjaUtFVUJJcm9UQmJKRlVZcmxSUXxBQ3Jtc0tsRzRYdkR2d2pfYUlSUzFzQlhLSl90LWRpbkRFRWF5Y3ZqaDZoQWZiQ2E5ZUZ0TzNENE5TLWF2bmdQcUpCcWdpd0xzdmtla0JWOUtXUUZXcmRuZkotZUp5eVItVkdNOUVpVDBOeG5wVFNpdUlzanZlaw&q=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.BlackLove.com%2F&v=pNQwbr_JRSA"> http://www.BlackLove.com</a></p><p>Follow us on -</p><p>Facebook: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbFlpOGdsLW5pdWxZRWRmZ2pvR2lTaXBmTTNzQXxBQ3Jtc0trRlZCeko5VjFScGdNSTFTeU5wVGdSeTZyYWx1VHZha0NSRFFYTzBEak5lalNDbzFfOVBoa2NTZWVEY0hUeUl3VF9xbWR1MjZyZ3B5TWpDM1BNaWRQdnNzcjk5TnA3dE05Z3hmeXNOYWltZkMzQzNRWQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fblacklovedoc&v=pNQwbr_JRSA">blacklovedoc  </a></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbW81cXR2U1RMSUwyUkw5RjQ3SkFfQ2NyeVJZZ3xBQ3Jtc0tsemRLdXl5bFRFeGppMW1xSnhMTkNFVzgtZl9aem0yM1pFLUhqZEFpRUtFTFZaTHRWbWt2Q0xWYUNpOFlnV0hZcVEycFRDSUhCUF91b0JhYnlWTHhGS1Vna3dZZUpwTGRRaTI5dlhpMXhZZjAxUFZJbw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fblacklove&v=pNQwbr_JRSA">blacklove  </a></p><p>Tiktok: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbXVYTFk5MG1wTUJERVk1SVg3WWFvZkt0NGtyQXxBQ3Jtc0tsc0hBb3VmNkEybEhqT1pidUl2TGVoZ1BCR1paeDctVExkYnJZUU9makgwbkZkMkJFejVSZ3dOSmtlckhUb19aSkZxell4MmREWnBKSmpzcmtQZXNYb1NSeEc1T2RIWXlraURsSlQwOHFYLXNsdXZHQQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tiktok.com%2Fblackloveinc&v=pNQwbr_JRSA">blackloveinc</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/blacklovedoc">#BlackLoveDoc</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/blacklove">#blacklove</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/blacklovemagic">#blacklovemagic</a></p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Whether you love Mariah Carey as much as the mamas do, we hope you can appreciate the transformative experience Ashley, Melanie, Felicia, and Codie had seeing The Queen of Christmas together at the Hollywood Bowl. Special shoutout to Ashley who made it all happen! Today, we recap the experience, discuss the value of friendships, old and new, and the impact music has on us and our inner children. Plus, Melanie opens up about an emotional experience she had with her mom at the concert...you might need some tissues for that one!</p><p>So Mama's Den Village, how has music impacted your inner child and inner teenager? Do you have a specific Mariah story you want to share with us? Get in on the conversation and let us know over at podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can fill out our form. PLUS you can always submit a DM over @themamasdenpodcast</p><p>Make sure you connect with our Mamas</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls" target="_blank">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco" target="_blank">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour" target="_blank">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona" target="_blank">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>Join us for the 2023 Black Love Summit! You’ve rocked with us from LA to Atlanta and beyond, and guess what? We’re coming back to ATL for our 6th anniversary!!<br /><br />365 days a year, we celebrate Black Love and joy via our socials, podcasts, and the BL+ app. Now, get ready to soak up the vibes in person – imagine a whole day of community, chats that’ll light up your brain, a dope <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/blackowned/" target="_blank">#Blackowned</a> marketplace, and some specially curated moments we have never done before!<br /><br />October 21st is your time to groove with Black Loooove! 🖤❤️ Jump over to <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/5eff2db8-73a6-40b2-983f-798ec176dbde/www.blacklove.com/summit" target="_blank">BLACKLOVE.COM/SUMMIT</a> now and grab your tickets.</p><p>As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at <a href="mailto:podcasts@blacklove.com" target="_blank">podcasts@blacklove.com</a>.</p><p><a href="https://substack.com/redirect/321198fa-1986-41b3-8140-ec96f2f32158?j=eyJ1IjoiMW9jOWE5In0.gtKsvg6IQrJYWnCm6wixbDLBf-HKcL8EFKd257fvmFg" target="_blank">BLACK LOVE, INC.</a> is the premier Black-owned & operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.<br /> </p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/" target="_blank">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.threads.net/@blacklove/" target="_blank">@blacklove</a> on Threads</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on X</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 4 Dec 2023 14:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>podcasts@blacklove.com (Black Love Inc.)</author>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Get your tissues, Village. Things get a little emotional on this episode as Codie, Ashley, and Melanie talk about the dynamics of adult friendships, self-awareness... and half-marathons. Two of the Mamas even work through a conflict in their own friendship and shed a few tears along the way. But it's important to note, no matter what anybody thinks, know that you're capable of doing whatever you set your mind to Mamas!</p><p>Mama's Den Village, how do you resolve issues in your adult friendships? Is there a specific story you want to share with us? Get in on the conversation and let us know over at <a href="mailto:podcasts@blacklove.com" target="_blank">podcasts@blacklove.com</a> OR you can fill out our form. PLUS you can always submit a DM over @themamasdenpodcast</p><p>Make sure you connect with our Mamas</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls" target="_blank">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco" target="_blank">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour" target="_blank">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona" target="_blank">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>Join us for the 2023 Black Love Summit! You’ve rocked with us from LA to Atlanta and beyond, and guess what? We’re coming back to ATL for our 6th anniversary!!<br /><br />365 days a year, we celebrate Black Love and joy via our socials, podcasts, and the BL+ app. Now, get ready to soak up the vibes in person – imagine a whole day of community, chats that’ll light up your brain, a dope <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/blackowned/" target="_blank">#Blackowned</a> marketplace, and some specially curated moments we have never done before!<br /><br />October 21st is your time to groove with Black Loooove! 🖤❤️ Jump over to <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/5eff2db8-73a6-40b2-983f-798ec176dbde/www.blacklove.com/summit" target="_blank">BLACKLOVE.COM/SUMMIT</a> now and grab your tickets.</p><p>As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at <a href="mailto:podcasts@blacklove.com" target="_blank">podcasts@blacklove.com</a>.</p><p><a href="https://substack.com/redirect/321198fa-1986-41b3-8140-ec96f2f32158?j=eyJ1IjoiMW9jOWE5In0.gtKsvg6IQrJYWnCm6wixbDLBf-HKcL8EFKd257fvmFg" target="_blank">BLACK LOVE, INC.</a> is the premier Black-owned & operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.<br /> </p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/" target="_blank">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.threads.net/@blacklove/" target="_blank">@blacklove</a> on Threads</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on X</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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Mama&apos;s Den Village, how do you resolve issues in your adult friendships? Is there a specific story you want to share with us? Get in on the conversation and let us know over at podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can fill out our form. PLUS you can always submit a DM over @themamasdenpodcast

Make sure you connect with our Mamas

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Codie - 

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Join us for the 2023 Black Love Summit! You’ve rocked with us from LA to Atlanta and beyond, and guess what? We’re coming back to ATL for our 6th anniversary!!

365 days a year, we celebrate Black Love and joy via our socials, podcasts, and the BL+ app. Now, get ready to soak up the vibes in person – imagine a whole day of community, chats that’ll light up your brain, a dope  marketplace, and some specially curated moments we have never done before!

October 21st is your time to groove with Black Loooove! 🖤❤️ Jump over to  now and grab your tickets.

As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at .

 is the premier Black-owned &amp; operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.

Connect with us:

 on Instagram

 on Threads

 on Facebook

 on X</itunes:summary>
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Mama&apos;s Den Village, how do you resolve issues in your adult friendships? Is there a specific story you want to share with us? Get in on the conversation and let us know over at podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can fill out our form. PLUS you can always submit a DM over @themamasdenpodcast

Make sure you connect with our Mamas

Ashley - 

Codie - 

Felicia - 

Melanie - 

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Join us for the 2023 Black Love Summit! You’ve rocked with us from LA to Atlanta and beyond, and guess what? We’re coming back to ATL for our 6th anniversary!!

365 days a year, we celebrate Black Love and joy via our socials, podcasts, and the BL+ app. Now, get ready to soak up the vibes in person – imagine a whole day of community, chats that’ll light up your brain, a dope  marketplace, and some specially curated moments we have never done before!

October 21st is your time to groove with Black Loooove! 🖤❤️ Jump over to  now and grab your tickets.

As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at .

 is the premier Black-owned &amp; operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.

Connect with us:

 on Instagram

 on Threads

 on Facebook

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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back Mamas, today is all about birthdays! Codie, Ashley, and Melanie discuss how they celebrate their children's birthdays, the value of experiences over parties, and embracing getting older. Plus, as Ashley's birthday approaches, she opens up about the difficulties of having a birthday around the holidays and how her birthday celebrations have evolved since losing her sister.</p><p>So Village, what is your ideal birthday celebration? How do you celebrate and embrace getting a year older? Get in on the conversation and let us know over at podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can fill out our form. PLUS you can always submit a DM over @themamasdenpodcast</p><p>Make sure you connect with our Mamas</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls" target="_blank">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco" target="_blank">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour" target="_blank">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona" target="_blank">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/" target="_blank">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.threads.net/@blacklove/" target="_blank">@blacklove</a> on Threads</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on X</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 20 Nov 2023 14:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>podcasts@blacklove.com (Black Love Inc.)</author>
      <link>https://the-mamas-den.simplecast.com/episodes/celebrate-yourself-qBhQyIcb</link>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back Mamas, today is all about birthdays! Codie, Ashley, and Melanie discuss how they celebrate their children's birthdays, the value of experiences over parties, and embracing getting older. Plus, as Ashley's birthday approaches, she opens up about the difficulties of having a birthday around the holidays and how her birthday celebrations have evolved since losing her sister.</p><p>So Village, what is your ideal birthday celebration? How do you celebrate and embrace getting a year older? Get in on the conversation and let us know over at podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can fill out our form. PLUS you can always submit a DM over @themamasdenpodcast</p><p>Make sure you connect with our Mamas</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls" target="_blank">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco" target="_blank">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour" target="_blank">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona" target="_blank">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/" target="_blank">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.threads.net/@blacklove/" target="_blank">@blacklove</a> on Threads</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on X</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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So Village, what is your ideal birthday celebration? How do you celebrate and embrace getting a year older? Get in on the conversation and let us know over at podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can fill out our form. PLUS you can always submit a DM over @themamasdenpodcast

Make sure you connect with our Mamas

Ashley - 

Codie - 

Felicia - 

Melanie - 

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Join us for the 2023 Black Love Summit! You’ve rocked with us from LA to Atlanta and beyond, and guess what? We’re coming back to ATL for our 6th anniversary!!

365 days a year, we celebrate Black Love and joy via our socials, podcasts, and the BL+ app. Now, get ready to soak up the vibes in person – imagine a whole day of community, chats that’ll light up your brain, a dope marketplace, and some specially curated moments we have never done before!

October 21st is your time to groove with Black Loooove! 🖤❤️ Jump over to now and grab your tickets.

As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at .

 is the premier Black-owned &amp; operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.

Connect with us:

 on Instagram

 on Threads

 on Facebook

 on X</itunes:summary>
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So Village, what is your ideal birthday celebration? How do you celebrate and embrace getting a year older? Get in on the conversation and let us know over at podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can fill out our form. PLUS you can always submit a DM over @themamasdenpodcast

Make sure you connect with our Mamas

Ashley - 

Codie - 

Felicia - 

Melanie - 

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Join us for the 2023 Black Love Summit! You’ve rocked with us from LA to Atlanta and beyond, and guess what? We’re coming back to ATL for our 6th anniversary!!

365 days a year, we celebrate Black Love and joy via our socials, podcasts, and the BL+ app. Now, get ready to soak up the vibes in person – imagine a whole day of community, chats that’ll light up your brain, a dope marketplace, and some specially curated moments we have never done before!

October 21st is your time to groove with Black Loooove! 🖤❤️ Jump over to now and grab your tickets.

As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at .

 is the premier Black-owned &amp; operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.

Connect with us:

 on Instagram

 on Threads

 on Facebook

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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Felicia's back, Village! So it's only right she gives all the tea - and revelations - from her trip to Thailand. The Mamas also get into their perspectives on letting your partner take care of everything, spirituality within your family, and feeling mom guilt while away from your children. While Fe, Codie, Ashley and Melanie all have different points of view, they're in agreement that every Mama deserves to make time for herself (and her partner) without the children from time to time!</p><p> </p><p>So Village, have you taken a big trip without your children? If so, what do you do and what did you learn? Get in on the conversation and let us know over at podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can fill out our form. PLUS you can always submit a DM over @themamasdenpodcast</p><p>Make sure you connect with our Mamas</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls" target="_blank">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco" target="_blank">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour" target="_blank">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona" target="_blank">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>Join us for the 2023 Black Love Summit! You’ve rocked with us from LA to Atlanta and beyond, and guess what? We’re coming back to ATL for our 6th anniversary!!<br /><br />365 days a year, we celebrate Black Love and joy via our socials, podcasts, and the BL+ app. Now, get ready to soak up the vibes in person – imagine a whole day of community, chats that’ll light up your brain, a dope <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/blackowned/" target="_blank">#Blackowned</a> marketplace, and some specially curated moments we have never done before!<br /><br />October 21st is your time to groove with Black Loooove! 🖤❤️ Jump over to <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/5eff2db8-73a6-40b2-983f-798ec176dbde/www.blacklove.com/summit" target="_blank">BLACKLOVE.COM/SUMMIT</a> now and grab your tickets.</p><p>As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at <a href="mailto:podcasts@blacklove.com" target="_blank">podcasts@blacklove.com</a>.</p><p><a href="https://substack.com/redirect/321198fa-1986-41b3-8140-ec96f2f32158?j=eyJ1IjoiMW9jOWE5In0.gtKsvg6IQrJYWnCm6wixbDLBf-HKcL8EFKd257fvmFg" target="_blank">BLACK LOVE, INC.</a> is the premier Black-owned & operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.<br /> </p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/" target="_blank">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.threads.net/@blacklove/" target="_blank">@blacklove</a> on Threads</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on X</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
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      <author>podcasts@blacklove.com (Black Love Inc.)</author>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Felicia's back, Village! So it's only right she gives all the tea - and revelations - from her trip to Thailand. The Mamas also get into their perspectives on letting your partner take care of everything, spirituality within your family, and feeling mom guilt while away from your children. While Fe, Codie, Ashley and Melanie all have different points of view, they're in agreement that every Mama deserves to make time for herself (and her partner) without the children from time to time!</p><p> </p><p>So Village, have you taken a big trip without your children? If so, what do you do and what did you learn? Get in on the conversation and let us know over at podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can fill out our form. PLUS you can always submit a DM over @themamasdenpodcast</p><p>Make sure you connect with our Mamas</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls" target="_blank">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco" target="_blank">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour" target="_blank">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona" target="_blank">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>Join us for the 2023 Black Love Summit! You’ve rocked with us from LA to Atlanta and beyond, and guess what? We’re coming back to ATL for our 6th anniversary!!<br /><br />365 days a year, we celebrate Black Love and joy via our socials, podcasts, and the BL+ app. Now, get ready to soak up the vibes in person – imagine a whole day of community, chats that’ll light up your brain, a dope <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/blackowned/" target="_blank">#Blackowned</a> marketplace, and some specially curated moments we have never done before!<br /><br />October 21st is your time to groove with Black Loooove! 🖤❤️ Jump over to <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/5eff2db8-73a6-40b2-983f-798ec176dbde/www.blacklove.com/summit" target="_blank">BLACKLOVE.COM/SUMMIT</a> now and grab your tickets.</p><p>As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at <a href="mailto:podcasts@blacklove.com" target="_blank">podcasts@blacklove.com</a>.</p><p><a href="https://substack.com/redirect/321198fa-1986-41b3-8140-ec96f2f32158?j=eyJ1IjoiMW9jOWE5In0.gtKsvg6IQrJYWnCm6wixbDLBf-HKcL8EFKd257fvmFg" target="_blank">BLACK LOVE, INC.</a> is the premier Black-owned & operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.<br /> </p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/" target="_blank">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.threads.net/@blacklove/" target="_blank">@blacklove</a> on Threads</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on X</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <itunes:summary>Felicia&apos;s back, Village! So it&apos;s only right she gives all the tea - and revelations - from her trip to Thailand. The Mamas also get into their perspectives on letting your partner take care of everything, spirituality within your family, and feeling mom guilt while away from your children. While Fe, Codie, Ashley and Melanie all have different points of view, they&apos;re in agreement that every Mama deserves to make time for herself (and her partner) without the children from time to time!

So Village, have you taken a big trip without your children? If so, what do you do and what did you learn? Get in on the conversation and let us know over at podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can fill out our form. PLUS you can always submit a DM over @themamasdenpodcast

Make sure you connect with our Mamas

Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls

Codie - @codieco

Felicia - @felicialatour

Melanie - @melaniefiona

========

Join us for the 2023 Black Love Summit! You’ve rocked with us from LA to Atlanta and beyond, and guess what? We’re coming back to ATL for our 6th anniversary!!365 days a year, we celebrate Black Love and joy via our socials, podcasts, and the BL+ app. Now, get ready to soak up the vibes in person – imagine a whole day of community, chats that’ll light up your brain, a dope #Blackowned marketplace, and some specially curated moments we have never done before!October 21st is your time to groove with Black Loooove! 🖤❤️ Jump over to BLACKLOVE.COM/SUMMIT now and grab your tickets.

As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at podcasts@blacklove.com.

BLACK LOVE, INC. is the premier Black-owned &amp; operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.

Connect with us:

@blacklove on Instagram

@blacklove on Threads

@blacklovedoc on Facebook

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So Village, have you taken a big trip without your children? If so, what do you do and what did you learn? Get in on the conversation and let us know over at podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can fill out our form. PLUS you can always submit a DM over @themamasdenpodcast

Make sure you connect with our Mamas

Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls

Codie - @codieco

Felicia - @felicialatour

Melanie - @melaniefiona

========

Join us for the 2023 Black Love Summit! You’ve rocked with us from LA to Atlanta and beyond, and guess what? We’re coming back to ATL for our 6th anniversary!!365 days a year, we celebrate Black Love and joy via our socials, podcasts, and the BL+ app. Now, get ready to soak up the vibes in person – imagine a whole day of community, chats that’ll light up your brain, a dope #Blackowned marketplace, and some specially curated moments we have never done before!October 21st is your time to groove with Black Loooove! 🖤❤️ Jump over to BLACKLOVE.COM/SUMMIT now and grab your tickets.

As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at podcasts@blacklove.com.

BLACK LOVE, INC. is the premier Black-owned &amp; operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.

Connect with us:

@blacklove on Instagram

@blacklove on Threads

@blacklovedoc on Facebook

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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Okay Mamas, social media sparks a lot of conversations these days. So Codie, Ashley, and Melanie are giving their opinions about a post shared on Instagram that listed 5 things parents should do if they want to have a secure relationship with their children. The Mamas also talk about holding space for their children’s emotions and reflect on their relationships with their own mothers.</p><p>Mama's Den Village, do you agree with the 5 steps of having a secure relationship with your child? Do you have another step you would add to the conversation? Let us know your point of view over at <a href="mailto:podcasts@blacklove.com" target="_blank">podcasts@blacklove.com</a> OR you can fill out our form. PLUS you can always submit a DM over @themamasdenpodcast</p><p>Make sure you connect with our Mamas</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls" target="_blank">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco" target="_blank">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour" target="_blank">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona" target="_blank">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>Join us for the 2023 Black Love Summit! You’ve rocked with us from LA to Atlanta and beyond, and guess what? We’re coming back to ATL for our 6th anniversary!!<br /><br />365 days a year, we celebrate Black Love and joy via our socials, podcasts, and the BL+ app. Now, get ready to soak up the vibes in person – imagine a whole day of community, chats that’ll light up your brain, a dope <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/blackowned/" target="_blank">#Blackowned</a> marketplace, and some specially curated moments we have never done before!<br /><br />October 21st is your time to groove with Black Loooove! 🖤❤️ Jump over to <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/5eff2db8-73a6-40b2-983f-798ec176dbde/www.blacklove.com/summit" target="_blank">BLACKLOVE.COM/SUMMIT</a> now and grab your tickets.</p><p>As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at <a href="mailto:podcasts@blacklove.com" target="_blank">podcasts@blacklove.com</a>.</p><p><a href="https://substack.com/redirect/321198fa-1986-41b3-8140-ec96f2f32158?j=eyJ1IjoiMW9jOWE5In0.gtKsvg6IQrJYWnCm6wixbDLBf-HKcL8EFKd257fvmFg" target="_blank">BLACK LOVE, INC.</a> is the premier Black-owned & operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.<br /> </p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/" target="_blank">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.threads.net/@blacklove/" target="_blank">@blacklove</a> on Threads</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on X</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 6 Nov 2023 14:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>podcasts@blacklove.com (Black Love Inc.)</author>
      <link>https://the-mamas-den.simplecast.com/episodes/secure-relationships-with-your-kids-partners-parents-rJF0vGOk</link>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Okay Mamas, social media sparks a lot of conversations these days. So Codie, Ashley, and Melanie are giving their opinions about a post shared on Instagram that listed 5 things parents should do if they want to have a secure relationship with their children. The Mamas also talk about holding space for their children’s emotions and reflect on their relationships with their own mothers.</p><p>Mama's Den Village, do you agree with the 5 steps of having a secure relationship with your child? Do you have another step you would add to the conversation? Let us know your point of view over at <a href="mailto:podcasts@blacklove.com" target="_blank">podcasts@blacklove.com</a> OR you can fill out our form. PLUS you can always submit a DM over @themamasdenpodcast</p><p>Make sure you connect with our Mamas</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls" target="_blank">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco" target="_blank">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour" target="_blank">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona" target="_blank">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>Join us for the 2023 Black Love Summit! You’ve rocked with us from LA to Atlanta and beyond, and guess what? We’re coming back to ATL for our 6th anniversary!!<br /><br />365 days a year, we celebrate Black Love and joy via our socials, podcasts, and the BL+ app. Now, get ready to soak up the vibes in person – imagine a whole day of community, chats that’ll light up your brain, a dope <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/blackowned/" target="_blank">#Blackowned</a> marketplace, and some specially curated moments we have never done before!<br /><br />October 21st is your time to groove with Black Loooove! 🖤❤️ Jump over to <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/5eff2db8-73a6-40b2-983f-798ec176dbde/www.blacklove.com/summit" target="_blank">BLACKLOVE.COM/SUMMIT</a> now and grab your tickets.</p><p>As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at <a href="mailto:podcasts@blacklove.com" target="_blank">podcasts@blacklove.com</a>.</p><p><a href="https://substack.com/redirect/321198fa-1986-41b3-8140-ec96f2f32158?j=eyJ1IjoiMW9jOWE5In0.gtKsvg6IQrJYWnCm6wixbDLBf-HKcL8EFKd257fvmFg" target="_blank">BLACK LOVE, INC.</a> is the premier Black-owned & operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.<br /> </p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/" target="_blank">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.threads.net/@blacklove/" target="_blank">@blacklove</a> on Threads</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on X</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <itunes:summary>Okay Mamas, social media sparks a lot of conversations these days. So Codie, Ashley and Melanie are giving their opinions about a post shared on Instagram that listed 5 things parents should do if they want to have a secure relationship with their children. The Mamas also talk about holding space for their children’s emotions and reflect on their relationships with their own mothers.
Mama&apos;s Den Village, do you agree with the 5 steps of having a secure relationship with your child? Do you have another step you would add to the conversation? Let us know your point of view over at podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can fill out our form. PLUS you can always submit a DM over @themamasdenpodcast

Make sure you connect with our Mamas

Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls

Codie - @codieco

Felicia - @felicialatour

Melanie - @melaniefiona

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Join us for the 2023 Black Love Summit! You’ve rocked with us from LA to Atlanta and beyond, and guess what? We’re coming back to ATL for our 6th anniversary!!365 days a year, we celebrate Black Love and joy via our socials, podcasts, and the BL+ app. Now, get ready to soak up the vibes in person – imagine a whole day of community, chats that’ll light up your brain, a dope #Blackowned marketplace, and some specially curated moments we have never done before!October 21st is your time to groove with Black Loooove! 🖤❤️ Jump over to BLACKLOVE.COM/SUMMIT now and grab your tickets.

As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at podcasts@blacklove.com.

BLACK LOVE, INC. is the premier Black-owned &amp; operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.

Connect with us:

@blacklove on Instagram

@blacklove on Threads

@blacklovedoc on Facebook

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      <itunes:subtitle>Okay Mamas, social media sparks a lot of conversations these days. So Codie, Ashley and Melanie are giving their opinions about a post shared on Instagram that listed 5 things parents should do if they want to have a secure relationship with their children. The Mamas also talk about holding space for their children’s emotions and reflect on their relationships with their own mothers.
Mama&apos;s Den Village, do you agree with the 5 steps of having a secure relationship with your child? Do you have another step you would add to the conversation? Let us know your point of view over at podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can fill out our form. PLUS you can always submit a DM over @themamasdenpodcast

Make sure you connect with our Mamas

Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls

Codie - @codieco

Felicia - @felicialatour

Melanie - @melaniefiona

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Join us for the 2023 Black Love Summit! You’ve rocked with us from LA to Atlanta and beyond, and guess what? We’re coming back to ATL for our 6th anniversary!!365 days a year, we celebrate Black Love and joy via our socials, podcasts, and the BL+ app. Now, get ready to soak up the vibes in person – imagine a whole day of community, chats that’ll light up your brain, a dope #Blackowned marketplace, and some specially curated moments we have never done before!October 21st is your time to groove with Black Loooove! 🖤❤️ Jump over to BLACKLOVE.COM/SUMMIT now and grab your tickets.

As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at podcasts@blacklove.com.

BLACK LOVE, INC. is the premier Black-owned &amp; operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.

Connect with us:

@blacklove on Instagram

@blacklove on Threads

@blacklovedoc on Facebook

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      <description><![CDATA[<p>What’s happening, Mamas? Felicia is in Thailand living her best life while Codie, Melanie, and Ashley are talking about what it means to be just a mother - and more. The Mamas also explore what it means to truly be living in your purpose and supporting your kids’ decisions despite what you may want for them!</p><p>So Village, are you fulfilling your childhood dreams or did you figure out your purpose later in life? Let us know your point of view over at <a href="mailto:podcasts@blacklove.com" target="_blank">podcasts@blacklove.com</a> OR you can fill out our form. PLUS you can always submit a DM over @themamasdenpodcast</p><p>Make sure you connect with our Mamas</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls" target="_blank">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco" target="_blank">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour" target="_blank">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona" target="_blank">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>Join us for the 2023 Black Love Summit! You’ve rocked with us from LA to Atlanta and beyond, and guess what? We’re coming back to ATL for our 6th anniversary!!<br /><br />365 days a year, we celebrate Black Love and joy via our socials, podcasts, and the BL+ app. Now, get ready to soak up the vibes in person – imagine a whole day of community, chats that’ll light up your brain, a dope <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/blackowned/" target="_blank">#Blackowned</a> marketplace, and some specially curated moments we have never done before!<br /><br />October 21st is your time to groove with Black Loooove! 🖤❤️ Jump over to <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/5eff2db8-73a6-40b2-983f-798ec176dbde/www.blacklove.com/summit" target="_blank">BLACKLOVE.COM/SUMMIT</a> now and grab your tickets.</p><p>As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at <a href="mailto:podcasts@blacklove.com" target="_blank">podcasts@blacklove.com</a>.</p><p><a href="https://substack.com/redirect/321198fa-1986-41b3-8140-ec96f2f32158?j=eyJ1IjoiMW9jOWE5In0.gtKsvg6IQrJYWnCm6wixbDLBf-HKcL8EFKd257fvmFg" target="_blank">BLACK LOVE, INC.</a> is the premier Black-owned & operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.<br /> </p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/" target="_blank">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.threads.net/@blacklove/" target="_blank">@blacklove</a> on Threads</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on X</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 30 Oct 2023 13:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>podcasts@blacklove.com (Black Love Inc.)</author>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>What’s happening, Mamas? Felicia is in Thailand living her best life while Codie, Melanie, and Ashley are talking about what it means to be just a mother - and more. The Mamas also explore what it means to truly be living in your purpose and supporting your kids’ decisions despite what you may want for them!</p><p>So Village, are you fulfilling your childhood dreams or did you figure out your purpose later in life? Let us know your point of view over at <a href="mailto:podcasts@blacklove.com" target="_blank">podcasts@blacklove.com</a> OR you can fill out our form. PLUS you can always submit a DM over @themamasdenpodcast</p><p>Make sure you connect with our Mamas</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls" target="_blank">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco" target="_blank">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour" target="_blank">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona" target="_blank">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>Join us for the 2023 Black Love Summit! You’ve rocked with us from LA to Atlanta and beyond, and guess what? We’re coming back to ATL for our 6th anniversary!!<br /><br />365 days a year, we celebrate Black Love and joy via our socials, podcasts, and the BL+ app. Now, get ready to soak up the vibes in person – imagine a whole day of community, chats that’ll light up your brain, a dope <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/blackowned/" target="_blank">#Blackowned</a> marketplace, and some specially curated moments we have never done before!<br /><br />October 21st is your time to groove with Black Loooove! 🖤❤️ Jump over to <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/5eff2db8-73a6-40b2-983f-798ec176dbde/www.blacklove.com/summit" target="_blank">BLACKLOVE.COM/SUMMIT</a> now and grab your tickets.</p><p>As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at <a href="mailto:podcasts@blacklove.com" target="_blank">podcasts@blacklove.com</a>.</p><p><a href="https://substack.com/redirect/321198fa-1986-41b3-8140-ec96f2f32158?j=eyJ1IjoiMW9jOWE5In0.gtKsvg6IQrJYWnCm6wixbDLBf-HKcL8EFKd257fvmFg" target="_blank">BLACK LOVE, INC.</a> is the premier Black-owned & operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.<br /> </p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/" target="_blank">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.threads.net/@blacklove/" target="_blank">@blacklove</a> on Threads</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on X</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <itunes:summary>What’s happening, Mamas? Felicia is in Thailand living her best life while Codie, Melanie, and Ashley are talking about what it means to be just a mother - and more. The Mamas also explore what it means to truly be living in your purpose and supporting your kids’ decisions despite what you may want for them!

So Village, are you fulfilling your childhood dreams or did you figure out your purpose later in life? Let us know your point of view over at podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can fill out our form. PLUS you can always submit a DM over @themamasdenpodcast

Make sure you connect with our Mamas

Ashley - 

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Felicia - 

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Join us for the 2023 Black Love Summit! You’ve rocked with us from LA to Atlanta and beyond, and guess what? We’re coming back to ATL for our 6th anniversary!!

365 days a year, we celebrate Black Love and joy via our socials, podcasts, and the BL+ app. Now, get ready to soak up the vibes in person – imagine a whole day of community, chats that’ll light up your brain, a dope marketplace, and some specially curated moments we have never done before!

October 21st is your time to groove with Black Loooove! 🖤❤️ Jump over to now and grab your tickets.

As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at.

 is the premier Black-owned &amp; operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.

Connect with us:

 on Instagram

 on Threads

 on Facebook

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      <itunes:subtitle>What’s happening, Mamas? Felicia is in Thailand living her best life while Codie, Melanie, and Ashley are talking about what it means to be just a mother - and more. The Mamas also explore what it means to truly be living in your purpose and supporting your kids’ decisions despite what you may want for them!

So Village, are you fulfilling your childhood dreams or did you figure out your purpose later in life? Let us know your point of view over at podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can fill out our form. PLUS you can always submit a DM over @themamasdenpodcast

Make sure you connect with our Mamas

Ashley - 

Codie - 

Felicia - 

Melanie - 

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Join us for the 2023 Black Love Summit! You’ve rocked with us from LA to Atlanta and beyond, and guess what? We’re coming back to ATL for our 6th anniversary!!

365 days a year, we celebrate Black Love and joy via our socials, podcasts, and the BL+ app. Now, get ready to soak up the vibes in person – imagine a whole day of community, chats that’ll light up your brain, a dope marketplace, and some specially curated moments we have never done before!

October 21st is your time to groove with Black Loooove! 🖤❤️ Jump over to now and grab your tickets.

As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at.

 is the premier Black-owned &amp; operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.

Connect with us:

 on Instagram

 on Threads

 on Facebook

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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Let’s be honest Village, life can be hard. But understanding our own emotions and verbalizing how we're feeling can make some days a lot less difficult. In this episode, the Mamas discuss their perspectives on learning about themselves through their children, how they show their emotions in different situations, and how their astrological chart comes into play with who they are.</p><p>The Mamas also dive deep into navigating friendships through different growth paths. And we can’t forget to shout out Ashely and her husband, Chea, as they celebrate their 8-year wedding anniversary!</p><p>Mama’s Den Village, can you relate to any of the discussions we had in this episode? If so, let us know over at podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can <a href="https://forms.gle/ZMuL5TaBPxHr6rVY6" target="_blank">Fill out our form.</a> PLUS you can always submit a DM over at  <a href="https://www.instagram.com/themamasdenpodcast/" target="_blank">@themamasdenpodcast </a></p><p>Make sure you connect with our Mamas</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls" target="_blank">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco" target="_blank">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour" target="_blank">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona" target="_blank">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>Join us for the 2023 Black Love Summit! You’ve rocked with us from LA to Atlanta and beyond, and guess what? We’re coming back to ATL for our 6th anniversary!!<br /><br />365 days a year, we celebrate Black Love and joy via our socials, podcasts, and the BL+ app. Now, get ready to soak up the vibes in person – imagine a whole day of community, chats that’ll light up your brain, a dope <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/blackowned/" target="_blank">#Blackowned</a> marketplace, and some specially curated moments we have never done before!<br /><br />October 21st is your time to groove with Black Loooove! 🖤❤️ Jump over to <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/5eff2db8-73a6-40b2-983f-798ec176dbde/www.blacklove.com/summit" target="_blank">BLACKLOVE.COM/SUMMIT</a> now and grab your tickets.</p><p>As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at <a href="mailto:podcasts@blacklove.com" target="_blank">podcasts@blacklove.com</a>.</p><p><a href="https://substack.com/redirect/321198fa-1986-41b3-8140-ec96f2f32158?j=eyJ1IjoiMW9jOWE5In0.gtKsvg6IQrJYWnCm6wixbDLBf-HKcL8EFKd257fvmFg" target="_blank">BLACK LOVE, INC.</a> is the premier Black-owned & operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.<br /> </p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/" target="_blank">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.threads.net/@blacklove/" target="_blank">@blacklove</a> on Threads</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on X</p><p> </p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Let’s be honest Village, life can be hard. But understanding our own emotions and verbalizing how we're feeling can make some days a lot less difficult. In this episode, the Mamas discuss their perspectives on learning about themselves through their children, how they show their emotions in different situations, and how their astrological chart comes into play with who they are.</p><p>The Mamas also dive deep into navigating friendships through different growth paths. And we can’t forget to shout out Ashely and her husband, Chea, as they celebrate their 8-year wedding anniversary!</p><p>Mama’s Den Village, can you relate to any of the discussions we had in this episode? If so, let us know over at podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can <a href="https://forms.gle/ZMuL5TaBPxHr6rVY6" target="_blank">Fill out our form.</a> PLUS you can always submit a DM over at  <a href="https://www.instagram.com/themamasdenpodcast/" target="_blank">@themamasdenpodcast </a></p><p>Make sure you connect with our Mamas</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls" target="_blank">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco" target="_blank">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour" target="_blank">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona" target="_blank">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>Join us for the 2023 Black Love Summit! You’ve rocked with us from LA to Atlanta and beyond, and guess what? We’re coming back to ATL for our 6th anniversary!!<br /><br />365 days a year, we celebrate Black Love and joy via our socials, podcasts, and the BL+ app. Now, get ready to soak up the vibes in person – imagine a whole day of community, chats that’ll light up your brain, a dope <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/blackowned/" target="_blank">#Blackowned</a> marketplace, and some specially curated moments we have never done before!<br /><br />October 21st is your time to groove with Black Loooove! 🖤❤️ Jump over to <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/5eff2db8-73a6-40b2-983f-798ec176dbde/www.blacklove.com/summit" target="_blank">BLACKLOVE.COM/SUMMIT</a> now and grab your tickets.</p><p>As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at <a href="mailto:podcasts@blacklove.com" target="_blank">podcasts@blacklove.com</a>.</p><p><a href="https://substack.com/redirect/321198fa-1986-41b3-8140-ec96f2f32158?j=eyJ1IjoiMW9jOWE5In0.gtKsvg6IQrJYWnCm6wixbDLBf-HKcL8EFKd257fvmFg" target="_blank">BLACK LOVE, INC.</a> is the premier Black-owned & operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.<br /> </p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/" target="_blank">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.threads.net/@blacklove/" target="_blank">@blacklove</a> on Threads</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on X</p><p> </p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <itunes:summary>Let’s be honest Village, life can be hard. But understanding our own emotions and verbalizing how we&apos;re feeling can make some days a lot less difficult. In this episode, the Mamas discuss their perspectives on learning about themselves through their children, how they show their emotions in different situations, and how their astrological chart comes into play with who they are.

The Mamas also dive deep into navigating friendships through different growth paths. And we can’t forget to shout out Ashely and her husband, Chea, as they celebrate their 8-year wedding anniversary!

Mama’s Den Village, can you relate to any of the discussions we had in this episode?  If so, let us know over at podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can Fill out our form. PLUS you can always submit a DM over at  @themamasdenpodcast 

Make sure you connect with our Mamas

Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls

Codie - @codieco

Felicia - @felicialatour

Melanie - @melaniefiona

========

Join us for the 2023 Black Love Summit! You’ve rocked with us from LA to Atlanta and beyond, and guess what? We’re coming back to ATL for our 6th anniversary!!365 days a year, we celebrate Black Love and joy via our socials, podcasts, and the BL+ app. Now, get ready to soak up the vibes in person – imagine a whole day of community, chats that’ll light up your brain, a dope #Blackowned marketplace, and some specially curated moments we have never done before! October 21st is your time to groove with Black Loooove! 🖤❤️ Jump over to BLACKLOVE.COM/SUMMIT now and grab your tickets.

As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at podcasts@blacklove.com.

BLACK LOVE, INC. is the premier Black-owned &amp; operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.

Connect with us:

@blacklove on Instagram

@blacklove on Threads

@blacklovedoc on Facebook

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The Mamas also dive deep into navigating friendships through different growth paths. And we can’t forget to shout out Ashely and her husband, Chea, as they celebrate their 8-year wedding anniversary!

Mama’s Den Village, can you relate to any of the discussions we had in this episode?  If so, let us know over at podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can Fill out our form. PLUS you can always submit a DM over at  @themamasdenpodcast 

Make sure you connect with our Mamas

Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls

Codie - @codieco

Felicia - @felicialatour

Melanie - @melaniefiona

========

Join us for the 2023 Black Love Summit! You’ve rocked with us from LA to Atlanta and beyond, and guess what? We’re coming back to ATL for our 6th anniversary!!365 days a year, we celebrate Black Love and joy via our socials, podcasts, and the BL+ app. Now, get ready to soak up the vibes in person – imagine a whole day of community, chats that’ll light up your brain, a dope #Blackowned marketplace, and some specially curated moments we have never done before! October 21st is your time to groove with Black Loooove! 🖤❤️ Jump over to BLACKLOVE.COM/SUMMIT now and grab your tickets.

As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at podcasts@blacklove.com.

BLACK LOVE, INC. is the premier Black-owned &amp; operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.

Connect with us:

@blacklove on Instagram

@blacklove on Threads

@blacklovedoc on Facebook

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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back Village! As Halloween approaches, the Mamas discuss their family costumes, traditions, and what decorating looks like at their house (or lack thereof). Codie, Ashely, and Felicia even convert Melanie into the Halloween spirit! But an interesting debate begins when Ashley mentions she’s really just ready for Christmas and Mariah Carey! </p><p> </p><p>So Mama’s Den Village, what does Halloween look like in your household? Do you have an iconic family costume idea you want to share with us? Let us know over at podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can <a href="https://forms.gle/ZMuL5TaBPxHr6rVY6" target="_blank">Fill out our form.</a> PLUS you can always submit a DM over at  <a href="https://www.instagram.com/themamasdenpodcast/" target="_blank">@themamasdenpodcast </a></p><p>Make sure you connect with our Mamas</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls" target="_blank">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco" target="_blank">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour" target="_blank">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona" target="_blank">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>Join us for the 2023 Black Love Summit! You’ve rocked with us from LA to Atlanta and beyond, and guess what? We’re coming back to ATL for our 6th anniversary!!<br /><br />365 days a year, we celebrate Black Love and joy via our socials, podcasts, and the BL+ app. Now, get ready to soak up the vibes in person – imagine a whole day of community, chats that’ll light up your brain, a dope <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/blackowned/" target="_blank">#Blackowned</a> marketplace, and some specially curated moments we have never done before!<br /><br />October 21st is your time to groove with Black Loooove! 🖤❤️ Jump over to <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/5eff2db8-73a6-40b2-983f-798ec176dbde/www.blacklove.com/summit" target="_blank">BLACKLOVE.COM/SUMMIT</a> now and grab your tickets.</p><p>As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at <a href="mailto:podcasts@blacklove.com" target="_blank">podcasts@blacklove.com</a>.</p><p><a href="https://substack.com/redirect/321198fa-1986-41b3-8140-ec96f2f32158?j=eyJ1IjoiMW9jOWE5In0.gtKsvg6IQrJYWnCm6wixbDLBf-HKcL8EFKd257fvmFg" target="_blank">BLACK LOVE, INC.</a> is the premier Black-owned & operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.<br /> </p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/" target="_blank">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.threads.net/@blacklove/" target="_blank">@blacklove</a> on Threads</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on X</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back Village! As Halloween approaches, the Mamas discuss their family costumes, traditions, and what decorating looks like at their house (or lack thereof). Codie, Ashely, and Felicia even convert Melanie into the Halloween spirit! But an interesting debate begins when Ashley mentions she’s really just ready for Christmas and Mariah Carey! </p><p> </p><p>So Mama’s Den Village, what does Halloween look like in your household? Do you have an iconic family costume idea you want to share with us? Let us know over at podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can <a href="https://forms.gle/ZMuL5TaBPxHr6rVY6" target="_blank">Fill out our form.</a> PLUS you can always submit a DM over at  <a href="https://www.instagram.com/themamasdenpodcast/" target="_blank">@themamasdenpodcast </a></p><p>Make sure you connect with our Mamas</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls" target="_blank">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco" target="_blank">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour" target="_blank">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona" target="_blank">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>Join us for the 2023 Black Love Summit! You’ve rocked with us from LA to Atlanta and beyond, and guess what? We’re coming back to ATL for our 6th anniversary!!<br /><br />365 days a year, we celebrate Black Love and joy via our socials, podcasts, and the BL+ app. Now, get ready to soak up the vibes in person – imagine a whole day of community, chats that’ll light up your brain, a dope <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/blackowned/" target="_blank">#Blackowned</a> marketplace, and some specially curated moments we have never done before!<br /><br />October 21st is your time to groove with Black Loooove! 🖤❤️ Jump over to <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/5eff2db8-73a6-40b2-983f-798ec176dbde/www.blacklove.com/summit" target="_blank">BLACKLOVE.COM/SUMMIT</a> now and grab your tickets.</p><p>As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at <a href="mailto:podcasts@blacklove.com" target="_blank">podcasts@blacklove.com</a>.</p><p><a href="https://substack.com/redirect/321198fa-1986-41b3-8140-ec96f2f32158?j=eyJ1IjoiMW9jOWE5In0.gtKsvg6IQrJYWnCm6wixbDLBf-HKcL8EFKd257fvmFg" target="_blank">BLACK LOVE, INC.</a> is the premier Black-owned & operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.<br /> </p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/" target="_blank">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.threads.net/@blacklove/" target="_blank">@blacklove</a> on Threads</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on X</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <itunes:summary>Welcome back Village! As Halloween approaches, the Mamas discuss their family costumes, traditions, and what decorating looks like at their house (or lack thereof). Codie, Ashely, and Felicia even convert Melanie into the Halloween spirit! But an interesting debate begins when Ashley mentions she’s really just ready for Christmas and Mariah Carey! 

So Mama’s Den Village, what does Halloween look like in your household? Do you have an iconic family costume idea you want to share with us? Let us know over at podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can fill out our form. PLUS you can always submit a DM over @themamasdenpodcast

Make sure you connect with our Mamas

Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls

Codie - @codieco

Felicia - @felicialatour

Melanie - @melaniefiona

========

Join us for the 2023 Black Love Summit! You’ve rocked with us from LA to Atlanta and beyond, and guess what? We’re coming back to ATL for our 6th anniversary!! 365 days a year, we celebrate Black Love and joy via our socials, podcasts, and the BL+ app. Now, get ready to soak up the vibes in person – imagine a whole day of community, chats that’ll light up your brain, a dope #Blackowned marketplace, and some specially curated moments we have never done before! October 21st is your time to groove with Black Loooove! 🖤❤️ Jump over to BLACKLOVE.COM/SUMMIT now and grab your tickets.

As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at podcasts@blacklove.com.

BLACK LOVE, INC. is the premier Black-owned &amp; operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.

Connect with us:

@blacklove on Instagram

@blacklove on Threads

@blacklovedoc on Facebook

@blacklovedoc on X

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      <itunes:subtitle>Welcome back Village! As Halloween approaches, the Mamas discuss their family costumes, traditions, and what decorating looks like at their house (or lack thereof). Codie, Ashely, and Felicia even convert Melanie into the Halloween spirit! But an interesting debate begins when Ashley mentions she’s really just ready for Christmas and Mariah Carey! 

So Mama’s Den Village, what does Halloween look like in your household? Do you have an iconic family costume idea you want to share with us? Let us know over at podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can fill out our form. PLUS you can always submit a DM over @themamasdenpodcast

Make sure you connect with our Mamas

Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls

Codie - @codieco

Felicia - @felicialatour

Melanie - @melaniefiona

========

Join us for the 2023 Black Love Summit! You’ve rocked with us from LA to Atlanta and beyond, and guess what? We’re coming back to ATL for our 6th anniversary!! 365 days a year, we celebrate Black Love and joy via our socials, podcasts, and the BL+ app. Now, get ready to soak up the vibes in person – imagine a whole day of community, chats that’ll light up your brain, a dope #Blackowned marketplace, and some specially curated moments we have never done before! October 21st is your time to groove with Black Loooove! 🖤❤️ Jump over to BLACKLOVE.COM/SUMMIT now and grab your tickets.

As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at podcasts@blacklove.com.

BLACK LOVE, INC. is the premier Black-owned &amp; operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.

Connect with us:

@blacklove on Instagram

@blacklove on Threads

@blacklovedoc on Facebook

@blacklovedoc on X

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      <itunes:summary>What’s up Village? Are you experiencing a shift with how you parent? Codie, Ashley, Felicia, and Melanie definitely are as the mamas give their different perspectives on the ever-changing balancing act of navigating their children’s emotions. Plus Fe shares why we all might need to call a behavioral therapist!

So Mama’s Den Village, what are your current parenting growing pains with your children? Let us know over at podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can Fill out our form. PLUS you can always submit a DM over at  @themamasdenpodcast 

Make sure you connect with our Mamas

Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls

Codie - @codieco

Felicia - @felicialatour

Melanie - @melaniefiona

========

Join us for the 2023 Black Love Summit! You’ve rocked with us from LA to Atlanta and beyond, and guess what? We’re coming back to ATL for our 6th anniversary!!

365 days a year, we celebrate Black Love and joy via our socials, podcasts, and the BL+ app. Now, get ready to soak up the vibes in person – imagine a whole day of community, chats that’ll light up your brain, a dope #Blackowned marketplace, and some specially curated moments we have never done before!

October 21st is your time to groove with Black Loooove! 🖤❤️ Jump over to BLACKLOVE.COM/SUMMIT now and grab your tickets.

As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at podcasts@blacklove.com.

BLACK LOVE, INC. is the premier Black-owned &amp; operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.
 

Connect with us:

@blacklove on Instagram

@blacklove on Threads

@blacklovedoc on Facebook

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So Mama’s Den Village, what are your current parenting growing pains with your children? Let us know over at podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can Fill out our form. PLUS you can always submit a DM over at  @themamasdenpodcast 

Make sure you connect with our Mamas

Ashley - @watermeloneggrolls

Codie - @codieco

Felicia - @felicialatour

Melanie - @melaniefiona

========

Join us for the 2023 Black Love Summit! You’ve rocked with us from LA to Atlanta and beyond, and guess what? We’re coming back to ATL for our 6th anniversary!!

365 days a year, we celebrate Black Love and joy via our socials, podcasts, and the BL+ app. Now, get ready to soak up the vibes in person – imagine a whole day of community, chats that’ll light up your brain, a dope #Blackowned marketplace, and some specially curated moments we have never done before!

October 21st is your time to groove with Black Loooove! 🖤❤️ Jump over to BLACKLOVE.COM/SUMMIT now and grab your tickets.

As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at podcasts@blacklove.com.

BLACK LOVE, INC. is the premier Black-owned &amp; operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.
 

Connect with us:

@blacklove on Instagram

@blacklove on Threads

@blacklovedoc on Facebook

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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Mama's Den village! You've been asking and the Mama's are here to answer! What? Your questions. An Island Mama in Antigua (shout out to our international listeners!) needs some advice finding balance. Riley in Vegas needs help with setting up boundaries with her mother and with dealing with unsolicited parenting advice. Plus Yas in Atlanta is wondering what to do when looking for that connection with a god or higher power, but not necessarily with a specific religion.  </p><p>So Mama's Den Village, what's on your mind? Let us know over at podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can <a href="https://forms.gle/ZMuL5TaBPxHr6rVY6" target="_blank">Fill out our form.</a> PLUS you can always submit a DM over at  <a href="https://www.instagram.com/themamasdenpodcast/" target="_blank">@themamasdenpodcast </a></p><p>Make sure you connect with our Mamas</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>Join us for the <strong>2023 Black Love Summit</strong>! You’ve rocked with us from LA to Atlanta and beyond, and guess what? We’re coming back to ATL for our 6th anniversary!!<br /><br />365 days a year, we celebrate Black Love and joy via our socials, podcasts, and the BL+ app. Now, get ready to soak up the vibes in person – imagine a whole day of community, chats that’ll light up your brain, a dope <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/blackowned/">#Blackowned</a> marketplace, and some specially curated moments we have never done before!<br /><br />October 21st is your time to groove with Black Loooove! 🖤❤️ Jump over to <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/5eff2db8-73a6-40b2-983f-798ec176dbde/www.blacklove.com/summit"><strong>BLACKLOVE.COM/SUMMIT</strong></a> now and grab your <i><strong>tickets.</strong></i></p><p>As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at <a href="mailto:podcasts@blacklove.com" target="_blank"><i>podcasts@blacklove.com</i></a><i>.</i></p><p><a href="https://substack.com/redirect/321198fa-1986-41b3-8140-ec96f2f32158?j=eyJ1IjoiMW9jOWE5In0.gtKsvg6IQrJYWnCm6wixbDLBf-HKcL8EFKd257fvmFg" target="_blank"><strong>BLACK LOVE, INC.</strong></a> is the premier Black-owned & operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.<br /> </p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.threads.net/@blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Threads</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on X</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 2 Oct 2023 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>podcasts@blacklove.com (Codie Elaine Oliver, Felicia La Tour, Ashley Chea, Melanie Fiona)</author>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Mama's Den village! You've been asking and the Mama's are here to answer! What? Your questions. An Island Mama in Antigua (shout out to our international listeners!) needs some advice finding balance. Riley in Vegas needs help with setting up boundaries with her mother and with dealing with unsolicited parenting advice. Plus Yas in Atlanta is wondering what to do when looking for that connection with a god or higher power, but not necessarily with a specific religion.  </p><p>So Mama's Den Village, what's on your mind? Let us know over at podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can <a href="https://forms.gle/ZMuL5TaBPxHr6rVY6" target="_blank">Fill out our form.</a> PLUS you can always submit a DM over at  <a href="https://www.instagram.com/themamasdenpodcast/" target="_blank">@themamasdenpodcast </a></p><p>Make sure you connect with our Mamas</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>Join us for the <strong>2023 Black Love Summit</strong>! You’ve rocked with us from LA to Atlanta and beyond, and guess what? We’re coming back to ATL for our 6th anniversary!!<br /><br />365 days a year, we celebrate Black Love and joy via our socials, podcasts, and the BL+ app. Now, get ready to soak up the vibes in person – imagine a whole day of community, chats that’ll light up your brain, a dope <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/blackowned/">#Blackowned</a> marketplace, and some specially curated moments we have never done before!<br /><br />October 21st is your time to groove with Black Loooove! 🖤❤️ Jump over to <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/5eff2db8-73a6-40b2-983f-798ec176dbde/www.blacklove.com/summit"><strong>BLACKLOVE.COM/SUMMIT</strong></a> now and grab your <i><strong>tickets.</strong></i></p><p>As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at <a href="mailto:podcasts@blacklove.com" target="_blank"><i>podcasts@blacklove.com</i></a><i>.</i></p><p><a href="https://substack.com/redirect/321198fa-1986-41b3-8140-ec96f2f32158?j=eyJ1IjoiMW9jOWE5In0.gtKsvg6IQrJYWnCm6wixbDLBf-HKcL8EFKd257fvmFg" target="_blank"><strong>BLACK LOVE, INC.</strong></a> is the premier Black-owned & operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.<br /> </p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.threads.net/@blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Threads</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on X</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 25 Sep 2023 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>podcasts@blacklove.com (Felicia La Tour, Ashley Chea, Melanie Fiona)</author>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>How we doing Mamas? Let's count today as our check in because Felicia, Ashley & Melanie are talking about what they do to help explain their mental health needs to their children cause sometimes Mommy needs a mental health day. We have to be able to advocate for ourselves in a healthy way so our children know how to advocate for themselves in a healthy way! The ladies are going into speaking up, being true to who you are and teaching your children to do the same.  </p><p>So Mama's Den Village, do you need a mental health day? How are you teaching your children to honor their mental health? Let us know over at podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can <a href="https://forms.gle/ZMuL5TaBPxHr6rVY6" target="_blank">Fill out our form.</a> PLUS you can always submit a DM over at  <a href="https://www.instagram.com/themamasdenpodcast/" target="_blank">@themamasdenpodcast </a></p><p>Make sure you connect with our Mamas</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>Join us for the <strong>2023 Black Love Summit</strong>! You’ve rocked with us from LA to Atlanta and beyond, and guess what? We’re coming back to ATL for our 6th anniversary!!<br /><br />365 days a year, we celebrate Black Love and joy via our socials, podcasts, and the BL+ app. Now, get ready to soak up the vibes in person – imagine a whole day of community, chats that’ll light up your brain, a dope <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/blackowned/">#Blackowned</a> marketplace, and some specially curated moments we have never done before!<br /><br />October 21st is your time to groove with Black Loooove! 🖤❤️ Jump over to <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/5eff2db8-73a6-40b2-983f-798ec176dbde/www.blacklove.com/summit"><strong>BLACKLOVE.COM/SUMMIT</strong></a> now and grab your <i><strong>tickets.</strong></i></p><p>As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at <a href="mailto:podcasts@blacklove.com" target="_blank"><i>podcasts@blacklove.com</i></a><i>.</i></p><p><a href="https://substack.com/redirect/321198fa-1986-41b3-8140-ec96f2f32158?j=eyJ1IjoiMW9jOWE5In0.gtKsvg6IQrJYWnCm6wixbDLBf-HKcL8EFKd257fvmFg" target="_blank"><strong>BLACK LOVE, INC.</strong></a> is the premier Black-owned & operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.<br /> </p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.threads.net/@blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Threads</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on X</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>After a short break our Mamas are back and Felicia has a question: What are we working on in our lives personally and professionally? From reconnecting with ourselves spiritually, to new coaches, new books and new music A LOT has changed. The one thing we do know, we are all soooo excited for our friends and this new season of growth for all of us.</p><p>So Mama's Den Village, what is new in your world? Let us know over at podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can <a href="https://forms.gle/ZMuL5TaBPxHr6rVY6" target="_blank">Fill out our form.</a> PLUS you can always submit a DM over at  <a href="https://www.instagram.com/themamasdenpodcast/" target="_blank">@themamasdenpodcast </a></p><p>Make sure you connect with our Mamas</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>Join us for the <strong>2023 Black Love Summit</strong>! You’ve rocked with us from LA to Atlanta and beyond, and guess what? We’re coming back to ATL for our 6th anniversary!!<br /><br />365 days a year, we celebrate Black Love and joy via our socials, podcasts, and the BL+ app. Now, get ready to soak up the vibes in person – imagine a whole day of community, chats that’ll light up your brain, a dope <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/blackowned/">#Blackowned</a> marketplace, and some specially curated moments we have never done before!<br /><br />October 21st is your time to groove with Black Loooove! 🖤❤️ Jump over to <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/5eff2db8-73a6-40b2-983f-798ec176dbde/www.blacklove.com/summit"><strong>BLACKLOVE.COM/SUMMIT</strong></a> now and grab your <i><strong>early bird tickets.</strong></i></p><p>As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at <a href="mailto:podcasts@blacklove.com" target="_blank"><i>podcasts@blacklove.com</i></a><i>.</i></p><p><a href="https://substack.com/redirect/321198fa-1986-41b3-8140-ec96f2f32158?j=eyJ1IjoiMW9jOWE5In0.gtKsvg6IQrJYWnCm6wixbDLBf-HKcL8EFKd257fvmFg" target="_blank"><strong>BLACK LOVE, INC.</strong></a> is the premier Black-owned & operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.<br /> </p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.threads.net/@blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Threads</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on X</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 18 Sep 2023 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>podcasts@blacklove.com (Melanie Fiona, Ashley Chea, Codie Elaine Oliver, Felicia La Tour)</author>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>After a short break our Mamas are back and Felicia has a question: What are we working on in our lives personally and professionally? From reconnecting with ourselves spiritually, to new coaches, new books and new music A LOT has changed. The one thing we do know, we are all soooo excited for our friends and this new season of growth for all of us.</p><p>So Mama's Den Village, what is new in your world? Let us know over at podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can <a href="https://forms.gle/ZMuL5TaBPxHr6rVY6" target="_blank">Fill out our form.</a> PLUS you can always submit a DM over at  <a href="https://www.instagram.com/themamasdenpodcast/" target="_blank">@themamasdenpodcast </a></p><p>Make sure you connect with our Mamas</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>Join us for the <strong>2023 Black Love Summit</strong>! You’ve rocked with us from LA to Atlanta and beyond, and guess what? We’re coming back to ATL for our 6th anniversary!!<br /><br />365 days a year, we celebrate Black Love and joy via our socials, podcasts, and the BL+ app. Now, get ready to soak up the vibes in person – imagine a whole day of community, chats that’ll light up your brain, a dope <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/blackowned/">#Blackowned</a> marketplace, and some specially curated moments we have never done before!<br /><br />October 21st is your time to groove with Black Loooove! 🖤❤️ Jump over to <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/5eff2db8-73a6-40b2-983f-798ec176dbde/www.blacklove.com/summit"><strong>BLACKLOVE.COM/SUMMIT</strong></a> now and grab your <i><strong>early bird tickets.</strong></i></p><p>As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at <a href="mailto:podcasts@blacklove.com" target="_blank"><i>podcasts@blacklove.com</i></a><i>.</i></p><p><a href="https://substack.com/redirect/321198fa-1986-41b3-8140-ec96f2f32158?j=eyJ1IjoiMW9jOWE5In0.gtKsvg6IQrJYWnCm6wixbDLBf-HKcL8EFKd257fvmFg" target="_blank"><strong>BLACK LOVE, INC.</strong></a> is the premier Black-owned & operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.<br /> </p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.threads.net/@blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Threads</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on X</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <itunes:author>Melanie Fiona, Ashley Chea, Codie Elaine Oliver, Felicia La Tour</itunes:author>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Are you new to the Mama's Den? Maybe you just don't know where to start? We know that some of y'all aren't going to go all the way back into our catalog to learn about all the Mamas. That's why we went deep into the vault (Think June 2021) to get access to the first episode of The Mama's Den ever recorded. We're talking about before we settled on a name! Listen in as our Mamas, Ashley Chea, Melanie Fiona, Felicia La Tour and Codie Elaine Oliver share their journeys to marriage, motherhood and every thought along the way.</p><p>We thought it might be fun to release this never before heard episode for those of you who came in mid-journey, and are just settling in to our Mama's Den Village. </p><p>Next week we're taking a break so take some time to go through that catalog and catch up! Before we get back with brand new content! </p><p>If you have a question for the Mamas?<a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdDGVTXYCVuCo2syuo9Mf1dYtcuOs5BdRfdoO3-N0zt_V8Qug/viewform?usp=sf_link"> Let us know so we can answer it in a future episode! </a> Or send us an email at podcasts@blacklove.com</p><p>Make sure you connect with our Mamas</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>Join us for the <strong>2023 Black Love Summit</strong>! You’ve rocked with us from LA to Atlanta and beyond, and guess what? We’re coming back to ATL for our 6th anniversary!!<br /><br />365 days a year, we celebrate Black Love and joy via our socials, podcasts, and the BL+ app. Now, get ready to soak up the vibes in person – imagine a whole day of community, chats that’ll light up your brain, a dope <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/blackowned/">#Blackowned</a> marketplace, and some specially curated moments we have never done before!<br /><br />October 21st is your time to groove with Black Loooove! 🖤❤️ Jump over to <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/5eff2db8-73a6-40b2-983f-798ec176dbde/www.blacklove.com/summit"><strong>BLACKLOVE.COM/SUMMIT</strong></a> now and grab your <i><strong>early bird tickets.</strong></i></p><p>As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at <a href="mailto:podcasts@blacklove.com" target="_blank"><i>podcasts@blacklove.com</i></a><i>.</i></p><p><a href="https://substack.com/redirect/321198fa-1986-41b3-8140-ec96f2f32158?j=eyJ1IjoiMW9jOWE5In0.gtKsvg6IQrJYWnCm6wixbDLBf-HKcL8EFKd257fvmFg" target="_blank"><strong>BLACK LOVE, INC.</strong></a> is the premier Black-owned & operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.<br /> </p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.threads.net/@blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Threads</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on X</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 28 Aug 2023 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>podcasts@blacklove.com (Ashley Chea, Melanie Fiona, Felicia La Tour, Codie Elaine Oliver)</author>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Are you new to the Mama's Den? Maybe you just don't know where to start? We know that some of y'all aren't going to go all the way back into our catalog to learn about all the Mamas. That's why we went deep into the vault (Think June 2021) to get access to the first episode of The Mama's Den ever recorded. We're talking about before we settled on a name! Listen in as our Mamas, Ashley Chea, Melanie Fiona, Felicia La Tour and Codie Elaine Oliver share their journeys to marriage, motherhood and every thought along the way.</p><p>We thought it might be fun to release this never before heard episode for those of you who came in mid-journey, and are just settling in to our Mama's Den Village. </p><p>Next week we're taking a break so take some time to go through that catalog and catch up! Before we get back with brand new content! </p><p>If you have a question for the Mamas?<a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdDGVTXYCVuCo2syuo9Mf1dYtcuOs5BdRfdoO3-N0zt_V8Qug/viewform?usp=sf_link"> Let us know so we can answer it in a future episode! </a> Or send us an email at podcasts@blacklove.com</p><p>Make sure you connect with our Mamas</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>Join us for the <strong>2023 Black Love Summit</strong>! You’ve rocked with us from LA to Atlanta and beyond, and guess what? We’re coming back to ATL for our 6th anniversary!!<br /><br />365 days a year, we celebrate Black Love and joy via our socials, podcasts, and the BL+ app. Now, get ready to soak up the vibes in person – imagine a whole day of community, chats that’ll light up your brain, a dope <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/blackowned/">#Blackowned</a> marketplace, and some specially curated moments we have never done before!<br /><br />October 21st is your time to groove with Black Loooove! 🖤❤️ Jump over to <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/5eff2db8-73a6-40b2-983f-798ec176dbde/www.blacklove.com/summit"><strong>BLACKLOVE.COM/SUMMIT</strong></a> now and grab your <i><strong>early bird tickets.</strong></i></p><p>As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at <a href="mailto:podcasts@blacklove.com" target="_blank"><i>podcasts@blacklove.com</i></a><i>.</i></p><p><a href="https://substack.com/redirect/321198fa-1986-41b3-8140-ec96f2f32158?j=eyJ1IjoiMW9jOWE5In0.gtKsvg6IQrJYWnCm6wixbDLBf-HKcL8EFKd257fvmFg" target="_blank"><strong>BLACK LOVE, INC.</strong></a> is the premier Black-owned & operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.<br /> </p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.threads.net/@blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Threads</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on X</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Hey Mamas Den Village! We're going into the vault today for a NEVER BEFORE heard episode from June 2022. Why was it never heard? Well, so you can hear it now! Let's talk about submission? Is it a dirty word? Why do some women feel that it's a non-starter in relationships? What do our ladies (minus Codie who was out filming The Perfect Find which you can watch right now on Netflix), think about submission? How else does submission tie into other facets of love and relationships? </p><p>If you have a question for the Mamas?<a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdDGVTXYCVuCo2syuo9Mf1dYtcuOs5BdRfdoO3-N0zt_V8Qug/viewform?usp=sf_link"> Let us know so we can answer it in a future episode! </a> Or send us an email at podcasts@blacklove.com</p><p>Make sure you connect with our Mamas</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>Join us for the <strong>2023 Black Love Summit</strong>! You’ve rocked with us from LA to Atlanta and beyond, and guess what? We’re coming back to ATL for our 6th anniversary!!<br /><br />365 days a year, we celebrate Black Love and joy via our socials, podcasts, and the BL+ app. Now, get ready to soak up the vibes in person – imagine a whole day of community, chats that’ll light up your brain, a dope <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/blackowned/">#Blackowned</a> marketplace, and some specially curated moments we have never done before!<br /><br />October 21st is your time to groove with Black Loooove! 🖤❤️ Jump over to <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/5eff2db8-73a6-40b2-983f-798ec176dbde/www.blacklove.com/summit"><strong>BLACKLOVE.COM/SUMMIT</strong></a> now and grab your <i><strong>early bird tickets.</strong></i></p><p>As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at <a href="mailto:podcasts@blacklove.com" target="_blank"><i>podcasts@blacklove.com</i></a><i>.</i></p><p><a href="https://substack.com/redirect/321198fa-1986-41b3-8140-ec96f2f32158?j=eyJ1IjoiMW9jOWE5In0.gtKsvg6IQrJYWnCm6wixbDLBf-HKcL8EFKd257fvmFg" target="_blank"><strong>BLACK LOVE, INC.</strong></a> is the premier Black-owned & operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.<br /> </p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
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      <author>podcasts@blacklove.com (Felicia La Tour, Melanie Fiona, Ashley Chea)</author>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Hey Mama's Den Village! Our ladies are out this week, but we want to introduce you to our friend Charisse Sims and her podcast Parenting for the Culture! Charisse is a mama of 6 (!), wife, and early childhood educator who knows a little about the ins and outs of parenting and more specifically <strong>GENTLE PARENTING.</strong></p><p>One common issue that keeps coming up is that "I just don't know where to start!" Look, that's valid. It seems like these days everyone has a different definition of what exactly gentle parenting is, AND Charisse isn't here to say that her way is the only way! But if you're a parent looking for a nice easy way to start, Parenting for the Culture has got you covered with the <i>P-E-A-C-E-F-U-L Parenting </i>method. Make sure you listen in to hear just what "PEACEFUL"  is and what those first two letters have in store for you!</p><p>If you have a question you need Charisse to answer Fill out <a href="https://forms.gle/ZJtjR4jfHqxHotJ96" target="_blank"><i><strong>our form</strong></i></a>  or join the <a href="https://classroom.google.com/u/0/c/NDg5ODI5NTI5Njk3?cjc=lkqmhpy" target="_blank">Parenting for the Culture Class (its FREE)</a>and discuss every episode with Charisse every Friday after the episode drops!</p><p>Don't forget to connect with Charisse <a href="https://www.instagram.com/charissesims/?hl=en">@charissesims</a></p><p>If you learned something today, make sure you tell another parent so they can get in on the info! Click that follow button and follow the podcast so you never miss a new episode. If you really want to help us out, rate and review (we all need that positive affirmation!) See you next week!</p><p>========</p><p>Join us for the <strong>2023 Black Love Summit</strong>! You’ve rocked with us from LA to Atlanta and beyond, and guess what? We’re coming back to ATL for our 6th anniversary!!<br /><br />365 days a year, we celebrate Black Love and joy via our socials, podcasts, and the BL+ app. Now, get ready to soak up the vibes in person – imagine a whole day of community, chats that’ll light up your brain, a dope <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/blackowned/">#Blackowned</a> marketplace, and some specially curated moments we have never done before!<br /><br />October 21st is your time to groove with Black Loooove! 🖤❤️ Jump over to <a href="www.blacklove.com/summit"><strong>BLACKLOVE.COM/SUMMIT</strong></a> now and grab your <i><strong>early bird tickets.</strong></i></p><p>As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at <a href="mailto:podcasts@blacklove.com" target="_blank"><i>podcasts@blacklove.com</i></a><i>.</i></p><p><a href="https://substack.com/redirect/321198fa-1986-41b3-8140-ec96f2f32158?j=eyJ1IjoiMW9jOWE5In0.gtKsvg6IQrJYWnCm6wixbDLBf-HKcL8EFKd257fvmFg" target="_blank"><strong>BLACK LOVE, INC.</strong></a> is the premier Black-owned & operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.<br /> </p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 14 Aug 2023 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Hey Mama's Den Village! Our ladies are out this week, but we want to introduce you to our friend Charisse Sims and her podcast Parenting for the Culture! Charisse is a mama of 6 (!), wife, and early childhood educator who knows a little about the ins and outs of parenting and more specifically <strong>GENTLE PARENTING.</strong></p><p>One common issue that keeps coming up is that "I just don't know where to start!" Look, that's valid. It seems like these days everyone has a different definition of what exactly gentle parenting is, AND Charisse isn't here to say that her way is the only way! But if you're a parent looking for a nice easy way to start, Parenting for the Culture has got you covered with the <i>P-E-A-C-E-F-U-L Parenting </i>method. Make sure you listen in to hear just what "PEACEFUL"  is and what those first two letters have in store for you!</p><p>If you have a question you need Charisse to answer Fill out <a href="https://forms.gle/ZJtjR4jfHqxHotJ96" target="_blank"><i><strong>our form</strong></i></a>  or join the <a href="https://classroom.google.com/u/0/c/NDg5ODI5NTI5Njk3?cjc=lkqmhpy" target="_blank">Parenting for the Culture Class (its FREE)</a>and discuss every episode with Charisse every Friday after the episode drops!</p><p>Don't forget to connect with Charisse <a href="https://www.instagram.com/charissesims/?hl=en">@charissesims</a></p><p>If you learned something today, make sure you tell another parent so they can get in on the info! Click that follow button and follow the podcast so you never miss a new episode. If you really want to help us out, rate and review (we all need that positive affirmation!) See you next week!</p><p>========</p><p>Join us for the <strong>2023 Black Love Summit</strong>! You’ve rocked with us from LA to Atlanta and beyond, and guess what? We’re coming back to ATL for our 6th anniversary!!<br /><br />365 days a year, we celebrate Black Love and joy via our socials, podcasts, and the BL+ app. Now, get ready to soak up the vibes in person – imagine a whole day of community, chats that’ll light up your brain, a dope <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/blackowned/">#Blackowned</a> marketplace, and some specially curated moments we have never done before!<br /><br />October 21st is your time to groove with Black Loooove! 🖤❤️ Jump over to <a href="www.blacklove.com/summit"><strong>BLACKLOVE.COM/SUMMIT</strong></a> now and grab your <i><strong>early bird tickets.</strong></i></p><p>As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at <a href="mailto:podcasts@blacklove.com" target="_blank"><i>podcasts@blacklove.com</i></a><i>.</i></p><p><a href="https://substack.com/redirect/321198fa-1986-41b3-8140-ec96f2f32158?j=eyJ1IjoiMW9jOWE5In0.gtKsvg6IQrJYWnCm6wixbDLBf-HKcL8EFKd257fvmFg" target="_blank"><strong>BLACK LOVE, INC.</strong></a> is the premier Black-owned & operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.<br /> </p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>A change in Felicia's co-parenting arrangement has her discovering more about who she is without being a full-time mother. This, in turn, has her wondering if the rest of the Mama's Den crew knows exactly who they are outside of motherhood and how they came to those realizations. PLUS what does it look like to try and find balance inside of motherhood with partners, fathers, and even the children? What are those expectations of what it is to be a mom? How are we handling the thought and concept (and occasional real feeling of) mom guilt?</p><p>Mama's Den village what did you think? Do you know who you are outside of your role as a mother? Drop in and let us know what's on your mind over at podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can <a href="https://forms.gle/ZMuL5TaBPxHr6rVY6" target="_blank">Fill out our form.</a> PLUS you can always submit a DM over at  <a href="https://www.instagram.com/themamasdenpodcast/" target="_blank">@themamasdenpodcast </a></p><p>========</p><p>Make sure you're connecting with our Mamas!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>The award-winning 🖤Black Love Podcast Network🖤 is back with✨ BRAND NEW ✨episodes! Since its launch in 2021, the Black Love Podcast Network has been the premiere destination for thought-provoking conversations on topics ranging from parenting and relationships to male wellness and sisterhood. </p><p>As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at <a href="mailto:podcasts@blacklove.com" target="_blank"><i>podcasts@blacklove.com</i></a><i>.</i></p><p><a href="https://substack.com/redirect/321198fa-1986-41b3-8140-ec96f2f32158?j=eyJ1IjoiMW9jOWE5In0.gtKsvg6IQrJYWnCm6wixbDLBf-HKcL8EFKd257fvmFg" target="_blank"><strong>BLACK LOVE, INC.</strong></a> is the premier Black-owned & operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.<br /> </p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Marlo's in the House! If you've been riding with us from day one you've heard the ladies talk about Blair, and today she's here to defend her honor. We kid! Aside from all the stories you've heard on the pod, what you might not know about Blair is that she's a mama of 2, a wife, an entrepreneur, and so much more. We know that you're going to find her to be just as dope as we do!</p><p>Mama's Den village what did you think? Does your friend group have a Marlo? Drop in and let us know what's on your mind over at podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can <a href="https://forms.gle/ZMuL5TaBPxHr6rVY6" target="_blank">Fill out our form.</a> PLUS you can always submit a DM over at  <a href="https://www.instagram.com/themamasdenpodcast/" target="_blank">@themamasdenpodcast </a></p><p>========</p><p>Make sure you're connecting with our Mamas!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>The award-winning 🖤Black Love Podcast Network🖤 is back with✨ BRAND NEW ✨episodes! Since its launch in 2021, the Black Love Podcast Network has been the premiere destination for thought-provoking conversations on topics ranging from parenting and relationships to male wellness and sisterhood. </p><p>As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at <a href="mailto:podcasts@blacklove.com" target="_blank"><i>podcasts@blacklove.com</i></a><i>.</i></p><p><a href="https://substack.com/redirect/321198fa-1986-41b3-8140-ec96f2f32158?j=eyJ1IjoiMW9jOWE5In0.gtKsvg6IQrJYWnCm6wixbDLBf-HKcL8EFKd257fvmFg" target="_blank"><strong>BLACK LOVE, INC.</strong></a> is the premier Black-owned & operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.<br /> </p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Marlo's in the House! If you've been riding with us from day one you've heard the ladies talk about Blair, and today she's here to defend her honor. We kid! Aside from all the stories you've heard on the pod, what you might not know about Blair is that she's a mama of 2, a wife, an entrepreneur, and so much more. We know that you're going to find her to be just as dope as we do!</p><p>Mama's Den village what did you think? Does your friend group have a Marlo? Drop in and let us know what's on your mind over at podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can <a href="https://forms.gle/ZMuL5TaBPxHr6rVY6" target="_blank">Fill out our form.</a> PLUS you can always submit a DM over at  <a href="https://www.instagram.com/themamasdenpodcast/" target="_blank">@themamasdenpodcast </a></p><p>========</p><p>Make sure you're connecting with our Mamas!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>The award-winning 🖤Black Love Podcast Network🖤 is back with✨ BRAND NEW ✨episodes! Since its launch in 2021, the Black Love Podcast Network has been the premiere destination for thought-provoking conversations on topics ranging from parenting and relationships to male wellness and sisterhood. </p><p>As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at <a href="mailto:podcasts@blacklove.com" target="_blank"><i>podcasts@blacklove.com</i></a><i>.</i></p><p><a href="https://substack.com/redirect/321198fa-1986-41b3-8140-ec96f2f32158?j=eyJ1IjoiMW9jOWE5In0.gtKsvg6IQrJYWnCm6wixbDLBf-HKcL8EFKd257fvmFg" target="_blank"><strong>BLACK LOVE, INC.</strong></a> is the premier Black-owned & operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.<br /> </p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Okay village! We know you've peeped it on her gram, that you've heard bits and pieces on the pod, and TODAY you get to hear it straight from Fee herself! Luckily we've got Mrs. Black Love (aka Codie Elaine Oliver) here to help get all the facts, but we know you've been wondering just how she met her new boo. What was it like introducing him to her kids? What work did she need to do on herself to get ready for a new partner? We're getting into all of it today! Y'all we LOVE this for our sis! </p><p>Mama's Den village we LOVE love! Drop in and let us know what's on your mind over at podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can <a href="https://forms.gle/ZMuL5TaBPxHr6rVY6" target="_blank">Fill out our form.</a> PLUS you can always submit a DM over at  <a href="https://www.instagram.com/themamasdenpodcast/" target="_blank">@themamasdenpodcast </a></p><p>========</p><p>Make sure you're connecting with our Mamas!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>The award-winning 🖤Black Love Podcast Network🖤 is back with✨ BRAND NEW ✨episodes! Since its launch in 2021, the Black Love Podcast Network has been the premiere destination for thought-provoking conversations on topics ranging from parenting and relationships to male wellness and sisterhood. </p><p>As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at <a href="mailto:podcasts@blacklove.com" target="_blank"><i>podcasts@blacklove.com</i></a><i>.</i></p><p><a href="https://substack.com/redirect/321198fa-1986-41b3-8140-ec96f2f32158?j=eyJ1IjoiMW9jOWE5In0.gtKsvg6IQrJYWnCm6wixbDLBf-HKcL8EFKd257fvmFg" target="_blank"><strong>BLACK LOVE, INC.</strong></a> is the premier Black-owned & operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.<br /> </p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 10 Jul 2023 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>podcasts@blacklove.com (Felicia La Tour, Melanie Fiona, Codie Elaine Oliver, Ashley Chea)</author>
      <link>https://the-mamas-den.simplecast.com/episodes/fee-is-definitely-in-love-53QoIJfL</link>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Okay village! We know you've peeped it on her gram, that you've heard bits and pieces on the pod, and TODAY you get to hear it straight from Fee herself! Luckily we've got Mrs. Black Love (aka Codie Elaine Oliver) here to help get all the facts, but we know you've been wondering just how she met her new boo. What was it like introducing him to her kids? What work did she need to do on herself to get ready for a new partner? We're getting into all of it today! Y'all we LOVE this for our sis! </p><p>Mama's Den village we LOVE love! Drop in and let us know what's on your mind over at podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can <a href="https://forms.gle/ZMuL5TaBPxHr6rVY6" target="_blank">Fill out our form.</a> PLUS you can always submit a DM over at  <a href="https://www.instagram.com/themamasdenpodcast/" target="_blank">@themamasdenpodcast </a></p><p>========</p><p>Make sure you're connecting with our Mamas!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>The award-winning 🖤Black Love Podcast Network🖤 is back with✨ BRAND NEW ✨episodes! Since its launch in 2021, the Black Love Podcast Network has been the premiere destination for thought-provoking conversations on topics ranging from parenting and relationships to male wellness and sisterhood. </p><p>As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at <a href="mailto:podcasts@blacklove.com" target="_blank"><i>podcasts@blacklove.com</i></a><i>.</i></p><p><a href="https://substack.com/redirect/321198fa-1986-41b3-8140-ec96f2f32158?j=eyJ1IjoiMW9jOWE5In0.gtKsvg6IQrJYWnCm6wixbDLBf-HKcL8EFKd257fvmFg" target="_blank"><strong>BLACK LOVE, INC.</strong></a> is the premier Black-owned & operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.<br /> </p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Mama's Den village! We're headed back into our DMs to answer some of your questions. A long time Black Love fan is wondering how to balance being a woman who wears many hats AND navigating being  a first time mom with no family nearby to support her. Dani out of Los Angeles needs some bonus mama advice from Felicia, and a mama in Memphis needs help navigating what to do with the kids for the summer! Have our Mamas figured out their situation yet? (Let's hope so, it's practically July) PLUS Micayela in Cleveland needs help navigating non-supportive family members.</p><p>Mama's Den village we love when you send us questions! Drop in and let us know whats on your mind over at podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can <a href="https://forms.gle/ZMuL5TaBPxHr6rVY6" target="_blank">Fill out our form.</a> PLUS you can always submit a DM over at  <a href="https://www.instagram.com/themamasdenpodcast/" target="_blank">@themamasdenpodcast </a></p><p>========</p><p>Make sure you're connecting with our Mamas!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>The award-winning 🖤Black Love Podcast Network🖤 is back with✨ BRAND NEW ✨episodes! Since its launch in 2021, the Black Love Podcast Network has been the premiere destination for thought-provoking conversations on topics ranging from parenting and relationships to male wellness and sisterhood. </p><p>As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at <a href="mailto:podcasts@blacklove.com" target="_blank"><i>podcasts@blacklove.com</i></a><i>.</i></p><p><a href="https://substack.com/redirect/321198fa-1986-41b3-8140-ec96f2f32158?j=eyJ1IjoiMW9jOWE5In0.gtKsvg6IQrJYWnCm6wixbDLBf-HKcL8EFKd257fvmFg" target="_blank"><strong>BLACK LOVE, INC.</strong></a> is the premier Black-owned & operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.<br /> </p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Mama's Den village! We're headed back into our DMs to answer some of your questions. A long time Black Love fan is wondering how to balance being a woman who wears many hats AND navigating being  a first time mom with no family nearby to support her. Dani out of Los Angeles needs some bonus mama advice from Felicia, and a mama in Memphis needs help navigating what to do with the kids for the summer! Have our Mamas figured out their situation yet? (Let's hope so, it's practically July) PLUS Micayela in Cleveland needs help navigating non-supportive family members.</p><p>Mama's Den village we love when you send us questions! Drop in and let us know whats on your mind over at podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can <a href="https://forms.gle/ZMuL5TaBPxHr6rVY6" target="_blank">Fill out our form.</a> PLUS you can always submit a DM over at  <a href="https://www.instagram.com/themamasdenpodcast/" target="_blank">@themamasdenpodcast </a></p><p>========</p><p>Make sure you're connecting with our Mamas!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>The award-winning 🖤Black Love Podcast Network🖤 is back with✨ BRAND NEW ✨episodes! Since its launch in 2021, the Black Love Podcast Network has been the premiere destination for thought-provoking conversations on topics ranging from parenting and relationships to male wellness and sisterhood. </p><p>As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at <a href="mailto:podcasts@blacklove.com" target="_blank"><i>podcasts@blacklove.com</i></a><i>.</i></p><p><a href="https://substack.com/redirect/321198fa-1986-41b3-8140-ec96f2f32158?j=eyJ1IjoiMW9jOWE5In0.gtKsvg6IQrJYWnCm6wixbDLBf-HKcL8EFKd257fvmFg" target="_blank"><strong>BLACK LOVE, INC.</strong></a> is the premier Black-owned & operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.<br /> </p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Mamas! The new movie <a href="https://www.netflix.com/title/81030422">The Perfect Find</a> produced by our very own Codie Elaine Oliver is out <i><strong>THIS FRIDAY</strong></i> on Netflix. Today we have the film's director Numa Perrier in the Mama's Den to chat all things motherhood! If you don't know Numa, let's get you caught up! She's a multi-talented actor, director, writer, and visual artist who has emerged as a premier voice in the film and television landscape with The Perfect Find being her feature debut. PLUS she's a mama to a soon to be teenager and a bonus mama! We dive into what it's like to follow your dreams while balancing motherhood. What it's like to come into a family dynamic as the step mother, and just what did her daughter think when her current husband was ready to pop the question? </p><p>Make sure you catch <a href="https://www.netflix.com/title/81030422">The Perfect Find</a>, Friday June 23rd on Netflix and keep up with Numa at <a href="https://www.instagram.com/missnuma/">MissNuma</a> over on instagram.</p><p>Mama's Den village have you seen The Perfect Find yet? Maybe you haven't seen it yet but you are counting down till the 23rd! OR did you connect with Numa's motherhood journey? Let us know over at podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can <a href="https://forms.gle/ZMuL5TaBPxHr6rVY6" target="_blank">Fill out our form.</a> PLUS you can always submit a DM over at  <a href="https://www.instagram.com/themamasdenpodcast/" target="_blank">@themamasdenpodcast </a></p><p>========</p><p>Make sure you're connecting with our Mamas!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>The award-winning 🖤Black Love Podcast Network🖤 is back with✨ BRAND NEW ✨episodes! Since its launch in 2021, the Black Love Podcast Network has been the premiere destination for thought-provoking conversations on topics ranging from parenting and relationships to male wellness and sisterhood. </p><p>As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at <a href="mailto:podcasts@blacklove.com" target="_blank"><i>podcasts@blacklove.com</i></a><i>.</i></p><p><a href="https://substack.com/redirect/321198fa-1986-41b3-8140-ec96f2f32158?j=eyJ1IjoiMW9jOWE5In0.gtKsvg6IQrJYWnCm6wixbDLBf-HKcL8EFKd257fvmFg" target="_blank"><strong>BLACK LOVE, INC.</strong></a> is the premier Black-owned & operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.<br /> </p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 19 Jun 2023 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>podcasts@blacklove.com (Numa Perrier, Melanie Fiona, Codie Elaine Oliver, Felicia La Tour, Ashley Chea)</author>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Mamas! The new movie <a href="https://www.netflix.com/title/81030422">The Perfect Find</a> produced by our very own Codie Elaine Oliver is out <i><strong>THIS FRIDAY</strong></i> on Netflix. Today we have the film's director Numa Perrier in the Mama's Den to chat all things motherhood! If you don't know Numa, let's get you caught up! She's a multi-talented actor, director, writer, and visual artist who has emerged as a premier voice in the film and television landscape with The Perfect Find being her feature debut. PLUS she's a mama to a soon to be teenager and a bonus mama! We dive into what it's like to follow your dreams while balancing motherhood. What it's like to come into a family dynamic as the step mother, and just what did her daughter think when her current husband was ready to pop the question? </p><p>Make sure you catch <a href="https://www.netflix.com/title/81030422">The Perfect Find</a>, Friday June 23rd on Netflix and keep up with Numa at <a href="https://www.instagram.com/missnuma/">MissNuma</a> over on instagram.</p><p>Mama's Den village have you seen The Perfect Find yet? Maybe you haven't seen it yet but you are counting down till the 23rd! OR did you connect with Numa's motherhood journey? Let us know over at podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can <a href="https://forms.gle/ZMuL5TaBPxHr6rVY6" target="_blank">Fill out our form.</a> PLUS you can always submit a DM over at  <a href="https://www.instagram.com/themamasdenpodcast/" target="_blank">@themamasdenpodcast </a></p><p>========</p><p>Make sure you're connecting with our Mamas!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>The award-winning 🖤Black Love Podcast Network🖤 is back with✨ BRAND NEW ✨episodes! Since its launch in 2021, the Black Love Podcast Network has been the premiere destination for thought-provoking conversations on topics ranging from parenting and relationships to male wellness and sisterhood. </p><p>As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at <a href="mailto:podcasts@blacklove.com" target="_blank"><i>podcasts@blacklove.com</i></a><i>.</i></p><p><a href="https://substack.com/redirect/321198fa-1986-41b3-8140-ec96f2f32158?j=eyJ1IjoiMW9jOWE5In0.gtKsvg6IQrJYWnCm6wixbDLBf-HKcL8EFKd257fvmFg" target="_blank"><strong>BLACK LOVE, INC.</strong></a> is the premier Black-owned & operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.<br /> </p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Ajike “AJ” Owens was a mother of four who was fatally shot after she reportedly knocked on the door of her white neighbor's residence to retrieve her child’s iPad, and the story has been weighing heavy on the ladies. What do you do when it feels like it's non-stop? What can we do as Black mothers to negate the feeling of hopelessness? Can we do anything? As the ladies discuss, sometimes the most revolutionary acts are finding the moments of joy in their corners of the world.</p><p> </p><p>Mama's Den community let's check in. How are you doing? Let us know over at podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can <a href="https://forms.gle/ZMuL5TaBPxHr6rVY6" target="_blank">Fill out our form</a> and you can always submit a DM over at  <a href="https://www.instagram.com/themamasdenpodcast/" target="_blank">@themamasdenpodcast </a></p><p>========</p><p>Make sure you're connecting with our Mamas!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>The award-winning 🖤Black Love Podcast Network🖤 is back with✨ BRAND NEW ✨episodes! Since its launch in 2021, the Black Love Podcast Network has been the premiere destination for thought-provoking conversations on topics ranging from parenting and relationships to male wellness and sisterhood. </p><p>As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at <a href="mailto:podcasts@blacklove.com" target="_blank"><i>podcasts@blacklove.com</i></a><i>.</i></p><p><a href="https://substack.com/redirect/321198fa-1986-41b3-8140-ec96f2f32158?j=eyJ1IjoiMW9jOWE5In0.gtKsvg6IQrJYWnCm6wixbDLBf-HKcL8EFKd257fvmFg" target="_blank"><strong>BLACK LOVE, INC.</strong></a> is the premier Black-owned & operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.<br /> </p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Ajike “AJ” Owens was a mother of four who was fatally shot after she reportedly knocked on the door of her white neighbor's residence to retrieve her child’s iPad, and the story has been weighing heavy on the ladies. What do you do when it feels like it's non-stop? What can we do as Black mothers to negate the feeling of hopelessness? Can we do anything? As the ladies discuss, sometimes the most revolutionary acts are finding the moments of joy in their corners of the world.</p><p> </p><p>Mama's Den community let's check in. How are you doing? Let us know over at podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can <a href="https://forms.gle/ZMuL5TaBPxHr6rVY6" target="_blank">Fill out our form</a> and you can always submit a DM over at  <a href="https://www.instagram.com/themamasdenpodcast/" target="_blank">@themamasdenpodcast </a></p><p>========</p><p>Make sure you're connecting with our Mamas!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>The award-winning 🖤Black Love Podcast Network🖤 is back with✨ BRAND NEW ✨episodes! Since its launch in 2021, the Black Love Podcast Network has been the premiere destination for thought-provoking conversations on topics ranging from parenting and relationships to male wellness and sisterhood. </p><p>As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at <a href="mailto:podcasts@blacklove.com" target="_blank"><i>podcasts@blacklove.com</i></a><i>.</i></p><p><a href="https://substack.com/redirect/321198fa-1986-41b3-8140-ec96f2f32158?j=eyJ1IjoiMW9jOWE5In0.gtKsvg6IQrJYWnCm6wixbDLBf-HKcL8EFKd257fvmFg" target="_blank"><strong>BLACK LOVE, INC.</strong></a> is the premier Black-owned & operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.<br /> </p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Whew! We spent all of May talking with our Mama's and it was amazing to hear not only what raising our Mama's Den mamas was like, but how they feel about how they are raising their little ones! If you missed it, we'll give you some links below. Today, our mamas reflect on what it was like hearing from their moms. What surprised them the most? What made them feel validated in their motherhood journey? PLUS what did our mamas hear that has them looking at their children a lil differently?<br /> </p><p>What was your favorite part of our Grandmama's Den series? Let us know over at podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can <a href="https://forms.gle/ZMuL5TaBPxHr6rVY6" target="_blank">Fill out our form</a> and you can always submit a DM over at  <a href="https://www.instagram.com/themamasdenpodcast/" target="_blank">@themamasdenpodcast </a></p><p> </p><p><i>Missed the Grandmama's Den? Click through to find the episodes!</i></p><p><a href="https://the-mamas-den.simplecast.com/episodes/the-grandmamas-den-with-mama-renee" target="_blank">Codie's Mama Renee </a></p><p><a href="https://the-mamas-den.simplecast.com/episodes/the-grandmamas-den-with-mama-donna" target="_blank">Melanie's Mama Donna </a></p><p><a href="https://the-mamas-den.simplecast.com/episodes/the-grandmamas-den-with-mama-laura" target="_blank">Ashley's Mama Laura </a></p><p><a href="https://the-mamas-den.simplecast.com/episodes/the-grandmamas-den-with-mama-laurie" target="_blank">Felicia's Mama Laurie</a></p><p> </p><p>========</p><p>Make sure you're connecting with our Mamas!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>On <strong>Saturday, June 10th, 2023</strong> Black Love is celebrating Fatherhood with our inaugural 🎉<strong>Fatherhood Block Party</strong>🎉<strong>  </strong>from <i><strong>10am-3pm  at Leimert Park Plaza, CA! </strong></i></p><p>This event is<i><strong> FREE and open to the public</strong></i> and will include activities for the whole family from 🎈balloon art to 🎨face painting, 🔥great food, and a variety of experiences to create lasting memories with your loved ones!</p><p>We will also be celebrating the third installment of Black Love's <a href="https://blacklove.com/fathernoir/">Father Noir</a> series with on-site portrait photography and exhibition by Black Love Founder <a href="https://nmaahc.si.edu/explore/collection/search?edan_q=%2A%3A%2A&edan_fq%5B%5D=name%3A%22Oliver%2C%2BTommy%22&op=Search">Tommy Oliver</a>. Father Noir is a visual memoir celebrating Black Fatherhood. Black Love understands how important visibility is to impacting the narrative, and we’re committed to highlighting sweet moments between some of our favorite fathers and their kids.</p><p>So grab everyone you know and come through to the 🖤<i><strong>Black Love Fatherhood Block Party</strong></i>!🖤 See you there Saturday, June 10th!</p><p><a href="https://substack.com/redirect/321198fa-1986-41b3-8140-ec96f2f32158?j=eyJ1IjoiMW9jOWE5In0.gtKsvg6IQrJYWnCm6wixbDLBf-HKcL8EFKd257fvmFg" target="_blank"><strong>BLACK LOVE, INC.</strong></a> is the premier Black-owned & operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 5 Jun 2023 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Whew! We spent all of May talking with our Mama's and it was amazing to hear not only what raising our Mama's Den mamas was like, but how they feel about how they are raising their little ones! If you missed it, we'll give you some links below. Today, our mamas reflect on what it was like hearing from their moms. What surprised them the most? What made them feel validated in their motherhood journey? PLUS what did our mamas hear that has them looking at their children a lil differently?<br /> </p><p>What was your favorite part of our Grandmama's Den series? Let us know over at podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can <a href="https://forms.gle/ZMuL5TaBPxHr6rVY6" target="_blank">Fill out our form</a> and you can always submit a DM over at  <a href="https://www.instagram.com/themamasdenpodcast/" target="_blank">@themamasdenpodcast </a></p><p> </p><p><i>Missed the Grandmama's Den? Click through to find the episodes!</i></p><p><a href="https://the-mamas-den.simplecast.com/episodes/the-grandmamas-den-with-mama-renee" target="_blank">Codie's Mama Renee </a></p><p><a href="https://the-mamas-den.simplecast.com/episodes/the-grandmamas-den-with-mama-donna" target="_blank">Melanie's Mama Donna </a></p><p><a href="https://the-mamas-den.simplecast.com/episodes/the-grandmamas-den-with-mama-laura" target="_blank">Ashley's Mama Laura </a></p><p><a href="https://the-mamas-den.simplecast.com/episodes/the-grandmamas-den-with-mama-laurie" target="_blank">Felicia's Mama Laurie</a></p><p> </p><p>========</p><p>Make sure you're connecting with our Mamas!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>On <strong>Saturday, June 10th, 2023</strong> Black Love is celebrating Fatherhood with our inaugural 🎉<strong>Fatherhood Block Party</strong>🎉<strong>  </strong>from <i><strong>10am-3pm  at Leimert Park Plaza, CA! </strong></i></p><p>This event is<i><strong> FREE and open to the public</strong></i> and will include activities for the whole family from 🎈balloon art to 🎨face painting, 🔥great food, and a variety of experiences to create lasting memories with your loved ones!</p><p>We will also be celebrating the third installment of Black Love's <a href="https://blacklove.com/fathernoir/">Father Noir</a> series with on-site portrait photography and exhibition by Black Love Founder <a href="https://nmaahc.si.edu/explore/collection/search?edan_q=%2A%3A%2A&edan_fq%5B%5D=name%3A%22Oliver%2C%2BTommy%22&op=Search">Tommy Oliver</a>. Father Noir is a visual memoir celebrating Black Fatherhood. Black Love understands how important visibility is to impacting the narrative, and we’re committed to highlighting sweet moments between some of our favorite fathers and their kids.</p><p>So grab everyone you know and come through to the 🖤<i><strong>Black Love Fatherhood Block Party</strong></i>!🖤 See you there Saturday, June 10th!</p><p><a href="https://substack.com/redirect/321198fa-1986-41b3-8140-ec96f2f32158?j=eyJ1IjoiMW9jOWE5In0.gtKsvg6IQrJYWnCm6wixbDLBf-HKcL8EFKd257fvmFg" target="_blank"><strong>BLACK LOVE, INC.</strong></a> is the premier Black-owned & operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>We are celebrating Mother's Day all month here at The Mama's Den and what better way to do it than to have our Mama's Den Mamas here! That's right we are bringing the Grandmamas into the Mama's Den all month long! Today we are wrapping up our Mama's mamas conversations with Somebody's Mama's Mama. That's right we got Felicia's mom in the Den! Mama Laurie is the youngest of our Grandmamas, but look she was not one to be played with! She shares what it was like being a single mom, what it was like raising Fee PLUS what does she admire about how Felicia parents her children?</p><p>It's been an amazing month talking with all of the Grandmamas! Share your love for Mama Laurie or send us your questions to podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can <a href="https://forms.gle/ZMuL5TaBPxHr6rVY6" target="_blank">Fill out our form</a> and you can always submit a DM over at  <a href="https://www.instagram.com/themamasdenpodcast/" target="_blank">@themamasdenpodcast </a></p><p>========</p><p>Make sure you're connecting with our Mamas!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>On <strong>Saturday, June 10th, 2023</strong> Black Love is celebrating Fatherhood with our inaugural 🎉<strong>Fatherhood Block Party</strong>🎉<strong>  </strong>from <i><strong>10am-3pm  at Leimert Park Village, CA! </strong></i></p><p>This event is<i><strong> FREE and open to the public</strong></i> and will include activities for the whole family from 🎈balloon art to 🎨face painting, 🔥great food, and a variety of experiences to create lasting memories with your loved ones!</p><p>We will also be celebrating the third installment of Black Love's <a href="https://blacklove.com/fathernoir/">Father Noir</a> series with on-site portrait photography and exhibition by Black Love Founder <a href="https://nmaahc.si.edu/explore/collection/search?edan_q=%2A%3A%2A&edan_fq%5B%5D=name%3A%22Oliver%2C%2BTommy%22&op=Search">Tommy Oliver</a>. Father Noir is a visual memoir celebrating Black Fatherhood. Black Love understands how important visibility is to impacting the narrative, and we’re committed to highlighting sweet moments between some of our favorite fathers and their kids.</p><p>So grab everyone you know and come through to the 🖤<i><strong>Black Love Fatherhood Block Party</strong></i>!🖤 See you there Saturday, June 10th!</p><p><a href="https://substack.com/redirect/321198fa-1986-41b3-8140-ec96f2f32158?j=eyJ1IjoiMW9jOWE5In0.gtKsvg6IQrJYWnCm6wixbDLBf-HKcL8EFKd257fvmFg" target="_blank"><strong>BLACK LOVE, INC.</strong></a> is the premier Black-owned & operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>We are celebrating Mother's Day all month here at The Mama's Den and what better way to do it than to have our Mama's Den Mamas here! That's right we are bringing the Grandmamas into the Mama's Den all month long! Today we are wrapping up our Mama's mamas conversations with Somebody's Mama's Mama. That's right we got Felicia's mom in the Den! Mama Laurie is the youngest of our Grandmamas, but look she was not one to be played with! She shares what it was like being a single mom, what it was like raising Fee PLUS what does she admire about how Felicia parents her children?</p><p>It's been an amazing month talking with all of the Grandmamas! Share your love for Mama Laurie or send us your questions to podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can <a href="https://forms.gle/ZMuL5TaBPxHr6rVY6" target="_blank">Fill out our form</a> and you can always submit a DM over at  <a href="https://www.instagram.com/themamasdenpodcast/" target="_blank">@themamasdenpodcast </a></p><p>========</p><p>Make sure you're connecting with our Mamas!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>On <strong>Saturday, June 10th, 2023</strong> Black Love is celebrating Fatherhood with our inaugural 🎉<strong>Fatherhood Block Party</strong>🎉<strong>  </strong>from <i><strong>10am-3pm  at Leimert Park Village, CA! </strong></i></p><p>This event is<i><strong> FREE and open to the public</strong></i> and will include activities for the whole family from 🎈balloon art to 🎨face painting, 🔥great food, and a variety of experiences to create lasting memories with your loved ones!</p><p>We will also be celebrating the third installment of Black Love's <a href="https://blacklove.com/fathernoir/">Father Noir</a> series with on-site portrait photography and exhibition by Black Love Founder <a href="https://nmaahc.si.edu/explore/collection/search?edan_q=%2A%3A%2A&edan_fq%5B%5D=name%3A%22Oliver%2C%2BTommy%22&op=Search">Tommy Oliver</a>. Father Noir is a visual memoir celebrating Black Fatherhood. Black Love understands how important visibility is to impacting the narrative, and we’re committed to highlighting sweet moments between some of our favorite fathers and their kids.</p><p>So grab everyone you know and come through to the 🖤<i><strong>Black Love Fatherhood Block Party</strong></i>!🖤 See you there Saturday, June 10th!</p><p><a href="https://substack.com/redirect/321198fa-1986-41b3-8140-ec96f2f32158?j=eyJ1IjoiMW9jOWE5In0.gtKsvg6IQrJYWnCm6wixbDLBf-HKcL8EFKd257fvmFg" target="_blank"><strong>BLACK LOVE, INC.</strong></a> is the premier Black-owned & operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>We are celebrating Mother's Day all month here at The Mama's Den and what better way to do it than to have our Mama's Den Mamas here! That's right we are bringing the Grandmamas into the Mama's Den all month long! Today all the way from Columbus, Ohio is Mama Laura! And yes, you can call her Mama Laura. Does she think she and Ashley are alike? What advice does she have for parents today? Also, Ashley asks what was the hardest part of parenting after losing a child? </p><p>Next week we finish it up our Mama's month celebration with Felicia's mama! Make sure you're following the podcast wherever you listen so you're the first to know when it drops. Who knows, we might release it early...</p><p>We're super excited to have all our Mama's Den mothers coming through. Share your love for Mama Laura or send us your questions to podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can <a href="https://forms.gle/ZMuL5TaBPxHr6rVY6" target="_blank">Fill out our form</a> and you can always submit a DM over at  <a href="https://www.instagram.com/themamasdenpodcast/" target="_blank">@themamasdenpodcast </a></p><p>========</p><p>Make sure you're connecting with our Mamas!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>The award-winning 🖤Black Love Podcast Network🖤 is back with✨ BRAND NEW ✨episodes! Since its launch in 2021, the Black Love Podcast Network has been the premiere destination for thought-provoking conversations on topics ranging from parenting and relationships to male wellness and sisterhood. </p><p>As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at <a href="mailto:podcasts@blacklove.com" target="_blank"><i>podcasts@blacklove.com</i></a><i>.</i></p><p><a href="https://substack.com/redirect/321198fa-1986-41b3-8140-ec96f2f32158?j=eyJ1IjoiMW9jOWE5In0.gtKsvg6IQrJYWnCm6wixbDLBf-HKcL8EFKd257fvmFg" target="_blank"><strong>BLACK LOVE, INC.</strong></a> is the premier Black-owned & operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.<br /> </p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><p><a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/d48fed6d-f364-4f70-ab2f-d2c504cd8783/#">Show Less</a></p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 22 May 2023 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>podcasts@blacklove.com (Mama Laura, Felicia La Tour, Codie Elaine Oliver, Ashley Chea, Melanie Fiona)</author>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 15 May 2023 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>We are celebrating Mother's Day all month here at The Mama's Den and what better way to do it than to have our Mama's Den Mamas here! That's right we are bringing the Grandmamas into the Mama's Den all month long! Felicia is out taking care of her babies, but guess which mama came by to defend herself? That's right! Ready to hold it down TEN TOES DOWN it's Melanie's mama: The one and only Mama Donna! You think you know all the stories, but Mama Donna is here to share everything. Is there anything that we haven't heard yet? Does she have ANY parenting regrets? What advice does she have for parents now? </p><p>Make sure you're following the podcast to see whose mama is coming by The Mama's Den next week 👀👀</p><p>We're super excited to have all our Mama's Den mothers coming through. Share your love for Mama Donna or send us your questions to podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can <a href="https://forms.gle/ZMuL5TaBPxHr6rVY6" target="_blank">Fill out our form</a> and you can always submit a DM over at  <a href="https://www.instagram.com/themamasdenpodcast/" target="_blank">@themamasdenpodcast </a></p><p>========</p><p>Make sure you're connecting with our Mamas!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>The award-winning 🖤Black Love Podcast Network🖤 is back with✨ BRAND NEW ✨episodes! Since its launch in 2021, the Black Love Podcast Network has been the premiere destination for thought-provoking conversations on topics ranging from parenting and relationships to male wellness and sisterhood. </p><p>As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at <a href="mailto:podcasts@blacklove.com" target="_blank"><i>podcasts@blacklove.com</i></a><i>.</i></p><p><a href="https://substack.com/redirect/321198fa-1986-41b3-8140-ec96f2f32158?j=eyJ1IjoiMW9jOWE5In0.gtKsvg6IQrJYWnCm6wixbDLBf-HKcL8EFKd257fvmFg" target="_blank"><strong>BLACK LOVE, INC.</strong></a> is the premier Black-owned & operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.<br /> </p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><p><a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/d48fed6d-f364-4f70-ab2f-d2c504cd8783/#">Show Less</a></p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>We are celebrating Mother's Day all month here at The Mama's Den and what better way to do it than to have our Mama's Den Mamas here! That's right we are bringing the Grandmamas into the Mama's Den all month long! First up is Mama Renee the Mama to Codie. Mama Renee is a mama of two, and a grandmama to all boys. What are her thoughts on how Codie is parenting? What was it like to be a parent and entrepreneur back in the day? What was it like co-parenting Codie after her divorce? PLUS what is it like to be on the other side now and enjoying the grandparent life?</p><p>Make sure you're following the podcast to see whose mama is coming by The Mama's Den next week </p><p>We're super excited to have all our Mama's Den mothers coming through. Share your love for Mama Renee or if you have any questions you can send an email to podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can <a href="https://forms.gle/ZMuL5TaBPxHr6rVY6" target="_blank">Fill out our form</a> and you can always submit a DM over at  <a href="https://www.instagram.com/themamasdenpodcast/" target="_blank">@themamasdenpodcast </a></p><p>========</p><p>Make sure you're connecting with our Mamas!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>The award-winning 🖤Black Love Podcast Network🖤 is back with✨ BRAND NEW ✨episodes! Since its launch in 2021, the Black Love Podcast Network has been the premiere destination for thought-provoking conversations on topics ranging from parenting and relationships to male wellness and sisterhood. </p><p>As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at <a href="mailto:podcasts@blacklove.com" target="_blank"><i>podcasts@blacklove.com</i></a><i>.</i></p><p><a href="https://substack.com/redirect/321198fa-1986-41b3-8140-ec96f2f32158?j=eyJ1IjoiMW9jOWE5In0.gtKsvg6IQrJYWnCm6wixbDLBf-HKcL8EFKd257fvmFg" target="_blank"><strong>BLACK LOVE, INC.</strong></a> is the premier Black-owned & operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.<br /> </p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><p><a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/d48fed6d-f364-4f70-ab2f-d2c504cd8783/#">Show Less</a></p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 8 May 2023 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>podcasts@blacklove.com (Felicia La Tour, Codie Elaine Oliver, Melanie Fiona, Renee Brooks, Ashley Chea)</author>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>We are celebrating Mother's Day all month here at The Mama's Den and what better way to do it than to have our Mama's Den Mamas here! That's right we are bringing the Grandmamas into the Mama's Den all month long! First up is Mama Renee the Mama to Codie. Mama Renee is a mama of two, and a grandmama to all boys. What are her thoughts on how Codie is parenting? What was it like to be a parent and entrepreneur back in the day? What was it like co-parenting Codie after her divorce? PLUS what is it like to be on the other side now and enjoying the grandparent life?</p><p>Make sure you're following the podcast to see whose mama is coming by The Mama's Den next week </p><p>We're super excited to have all our Mama's Den mothers coming through. Share your love for Mama Renee or if you have any questions you can send an email to podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can <a href="https://forms.gle/ZMuL5TaBPxHr6rVY6" target="_blank">Fill out our form</a> and you can always submit a DM over at  <a href="https://www.instagram.com/themamasdenpodcast/" target="_blank">@themamasdenpodcast </a></p><p>========</p><p>Make sure you're connecting with our Mamas!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>The award-winning 🖤Black Love Podcast Network🖤 is back with✨ BRAND NEW ✨episodes! Since its launch in 2021, the Black Love Podcast Network has been the premiere destination for thought-provoking conversations on topics ranging from parenting and relationships to male wellness and sisterhood. </p><p>As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at <a href="mailto:podcasts@blacklove.com" target="_blank"><i>podcasts@blacklove.com</i></a><i>.</i></p><p><a href="https://substack.com/redirect/321198fa-1986-41b3-8140-ec96f2f32158?j=eyJ1IjoiMW9jOWE5In0.gtKsvg6IQrJYWnCm6wixbDLBf-HKcL8EFKd257fvmFg" target="_blank"><strong>BLACK LOVE, INC.</strong></a> is the premier Black-owned & operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.<br /> </p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><p><a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/d48fed6d-f364-4f70-ab2f-d2c504cd8783/#">Show Less</a></p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 1 May 2023 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Alright Mamas we've gone from Destiny's Child to Destiny's Twins as Ashley is out working and Felicia is out sick, but Codie and Melanie are holding it down for you! Was Spring Break as long for you as it was for us? Have you figured out what you're doing to keep your children entertained for summer? Melanie and Codie discuss all the activities <i>AND</i> serve as your gentle reminder that NOW is the time to start looking at summer programming. PLUS, Codie needs advice when it comes to the twins which leads into a whole other conversation about how we have to learn not only what our children need, but how to regulate their emotions (whew!)</p><p>Alright Mama's Den community have you figured out what you're doing with your little ones over the summer? Or maybe you have some tips for Codie? Send an email to podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can <a href="https://forms.gle/ZMuL5TaBPxHr6rVY6" target="_blank">Fill out our form</a> and you can always submit a DM over at  <a href="https://www.instagram.com/themamasdenpodcast/" target="_blank">@themamasdenpodcast </a></p><p>========</p><p>Make sure you're connecting with our Mamas!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>The award-winning 🖤Black Love Podcast Network🖤 is back with✨ BRAND NEW ✨episodes! Since its launch in 2021, the Black Love Podcast Network has been the premiere destination for thought-provoking conversations on topics ranging from parenting and relationships to male wellness and sisterhood. </p><p>As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at <a href="mailto:podcasts@blacklove.com" target="_blank"><i>podcasts@blacklove.com</i></a><i>.</i></p><p><a href="https://substack.com/redirect/321198fa-1986-41b3-8140-ec96f2f32158?j=eyJ1IjoiMW9jOWE5In0.gtKsvg6IQrJYWnCm6wixbDLBf-HKcL8EFKd257fvmFg" target="_blank"><strong>BLACK LOVE, INC.</strong></a> is the premier Black-owned & operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.<br /> </p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 24 Apr 2023 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>podcasts@blacklove.com (Codie Elaine Oliver, Tommy Oliver, Melanie Fiona)</author>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Alright Mamas we've gone from Destiny's Child to Destiny's Twins as Ashley is out working and Felicia is out sick, but Codie and Melanie are holding it down for you! Was Spring Break as long for you as it was for us? Have you figured out what you're doing to keep your children entertained for summer? Melanie and Codie discuss all the activities <i>AND</i> serve as your gentle reminder that NOW is the time to start looking at summer programming. PLUS, Codie needs advice when it comes to the twins which leads into a whole other conversation about how we have to learn not only what our children need, but how to regulate their emotions (whew!)</p><p>Alright Mama's Den community have you figured out what you're doing with your little ones over the summer? Or maybe you have some tips for Codie? Send an email to podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can <a href="https://forms.gle/ZMuL5TaBPxHr6rVY6" target="_blank">Fill out our form</a> and you can always submit a DM over at  <a href="https://www.instagram.com/themamasdenpodcast/" target="_blank">@themamasdenpodcast </a></p><p>========</p><p>Make sure you're connecting with our Mamas!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>The award-winning 🖤Black Love Podcast Network🖤 is back with✨ BRAND NEW ✨episodes! Since its launch in 2021, the Black Love Podcast Network has been the premiere destination for thought-provoking conversations on topics ranging from parenting and relationships to male wellness and sisterhood. </p><p>As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at <a href="mailto:podcasts@blacklove.com" target="_blank"><i>podcasts@blacklove.com</i></a><i>.</i></p><p><a href="https://substack.com/redirect/321198fa-1986-41b3-8140-ec96f2f32158?j=eyJ1IjoiMW9jOWE5In0.gtKsvg6IQrJYWnCm6wixbDLBf-HKcL8EFKd257fvmFg" target="_blank"><strong>BLACK LOVE, INC.</strong></a> is the premier Black-owned & operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.<br /> </p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 17 Apr 2023 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>It's Black Maternal Health Week and the Mamas have brought in<a href="https://www.instagram.com/kimberlydurdin/" target="_blank"> Kimberly  Durdin</a> who is a Licensed Midwife, Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultant, Childbirth Educator and Doula Trainer, Plus she's  a mother of six and grandmother of five! She and business partner Allegra Hill are co-owners and co-founders of Kindred Space LA, South LA’s only Black-owned Birth Center and hub for midwifery care, doula support and training, lactation consulting, education, parenting support group, enrichment and movement. So needless to say, she knows a thing or two about maternal health! Kim is here to give us some of the details about birthing that we just don't know. Things like the difference between a doula and a midwife, or what's better pain meds or natural? Should we as Black women be avoiding hospital births? We're not saying Kim has all the answers, but this is definitely a starting place for anyone who is asking questions!</p><p>If you're interested in finding out more about Black Maternal Health Week you can click <a href="https://blackmamasmatter.org/2023-black-maternal-health-week/">HERE</a></p><p>Make sure you check out and support <a href="https://www.kindredspacela.com/">Kindred Space LA </a></p><p>and if you're looking for more resources check out the <a href="https://irthapp.com/">Irth App</a></p><p><i>this is not medical advice. Please consult your own doctor before making any medical decisions</i></p><p>Alright Mama's Den community what did you learn about maternal health this episode? What do you still have questions about? Send an email to podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can <a href="https://forms.gle/ZMuL5TaBPxHr6rVY6" target="_blank">Fill out our form</a> and you can always submit a DM over at  <a href="https://www.instagram.com/themamasdenpodcast/" target="_blank">@themamasdenpodcast </a></p><p>========</p><p>Make sure you're connecting with our Mamas!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>The award-winning 🖤Black Love Podcast Network🖤 is back with✨ BRAND NEW ✨episodes! Since its launch in 2021, the Black Love Podcast Network has been the premiere destination for thought-provoking conversations on topics ranging from parenting and relationships to male wellness and sisterhood. </p><p>As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at <a href="mailto:podcasts@blacklove.com" target="_blank"><i>podcasts@blacklove.com</i></a><i>.</i></p><p><a href="https://substack.com/redirect/321198fa-1986-41b3-8140-ec96f2f32158?j=eyJ1IjoiMW9jOWE5In0.gtKsvg6IQrJYWnCm6wixbDLBf-HKcL8EFKd257fvmFg" target="_blank"><strong>BLACK LOVE, INC.</strong></a> is the premier Black-owned & operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.<br /> </p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 10 Apr 2023 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>It's Black Maternal Health Week and the Mamas have brought in<a href="https://www.instagram.com/kimberlydurdin/" target="_blank"> Kimberly  Durdin</a> who is a Licensed Midwife, Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultant, Childbirth Educator and Doula Trainer, Plus she's  a mother of six and grandmother of five! She and business partner Allegra Hill are co-owners and co-founders of Kindred Space LA, South LA’s only Black-owned Birth Center and hub for midwifery care, doula support and training, lactation consulting, education, parenting support group, enrichment and movement. So needless to say, she knows a thing or two about maternal health! Kim is here to give us some of the details about birthing that we just don't know. Things like the difference between a doula and a midwife, or what's better pain meds or natural? Should we as Black women be avoiding hospital births? We're not saying Kim has all the answers, but this is definitely a starting place for anyone who is asking questions!</p><p>If you're interested in finding out more about Black Maternal Health Week you can click <a href="https://blackmamasmatter.org/2023-black-maternal-health-week/">HERE</a></p><p>Make sure you check out and support <a href="https://www.kindredspacela.com/">Kindred Space LA </a></p><p>and if you're looking for more resources check out the <a href="https://irthapp.com/">Irth App</a></p><p><i>this is not medical advice. Please consult your own doctor before making any medical decisions</i></p><p>Alright Mama's Den community what did you learn about maternal health this episode? What do you still have questions about? Send an email to podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can <a href="https://forms.gle/ZMuL5TaBPxHr6rVY6" target="_blank">Fill out our form</a> and you can always submit a DM over at  <a href="https://www.instagram.com/themamasdenpodcast/" target="_blank">@themamasdenpodcast </a></p><p>========</p><p>Make sure you're connecting with our Mamas!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>The award-winning 🖤Black Love Podcast Network🖤 is back with✨ BRAND NEW ✨episodes! Since its launch in 2021, the Black Love Podcast Network has been the premiere destination for thought-provoking conversations on topics ranging from parenting and relationships to male wellness and sisterhood. </p><p>As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at <a href="mailto:podcasts@blacklove.com" target="_blank"><i>podcasts@blacklove.com</i></a><i>.</i></p><p><a href="https://substack.com/redirect/321198fa-1986-41b3-8140-ec96f2f32158?j=eyJ1IjoiMW9jOWE5In0.gtKsvg6IQrJYWnCm6wixbDLBf-HKcL8EFKd257fvmFg" target="_blank"><strong>BLACK LOVE, INC.</strong></a> is the premier Black-owned & operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.<br /> </p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>You've asked and our Mama's are here to answer! That's right it's listener question time, and y'all are getting straight to the point this time around. An anonymous listener in Chicago wants to know if it's wrong to cut off a bad friend? Crys_Shine (c'mon Instagram handle!) in Wilmington, DE wants to know how to handle tantrums. A friend (or foe) from Codie's home state of Texas wants to know just how far each one of our Mamas would go to stand up for their kids, and more! </p><p>Alright Mama's Den community do you have questions for our Mamas that you want answered in a future episode? Send an email to podcasts@blacklove.com OR you can <a href="https://forms.gle/ZMuL5TaBPxHr6rVY6" target="_blank">Fill out our form</a> and you can always submit a DM over at  <a href="https://www.instagram.com/themamasdenpodcast/" target="_blank">@themamasdenpodcast </a></p><p>========</p><p>Make sure you're connecting with our Mamas!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>The award-winning 🖤Black Love Podcast Network🖤 is back with✨ BRAND NEW ✨episodes! Since its launch in 2021, the Black Love Podcast Network has been the premiere destination for thought-provoking conversations on topics ranging from parenting and relationships to male wellness and sisterhood. </p><p>As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at <a href="mailto:podcasts@blacklove.com" target="_blank"><i>podcasts@blacklove.com</i></a><i>.</i></p><p><a href="https://substack.com/redirect/321198fa-1986-41b3-8140-ec96f2f32158?j=eyJ1IjoiMW9jOWE5In0.gtKsvg6IQrJYWnCm6wixbDLBf-HKcL8EFKd257fvmFg" target="_blank"><strong>BLACK LOVE, INC.</strong></a> is the premier Black-owned & operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.<br /> </p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Hey Mamas! We've got a bit of a different situation this morning. Felicia is out doing mom duties and Melanie is tending to a house emergency so Ashley's best friend <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tiffo785/">Tiffany O</a>. aka Kyla's mom to help keep the Mama's Den going! Tiffany and Ashley have known each other since they were toddlers in Columbus, OH. However, their friendship truly started in high school just so you all know how long their bond goes back! PLUS their daughters have been best friends since out of the womb. Tiff and Ashley have been there for each other for just about every major milestone, including the unexpected loss of their siblings which has the ladies wondering are they in a space of thriving or surviving with the loss of their loved ones? This is one of those conversations that reminds us why we love our good friends! Especially our Mama friends. </p><p>Alright Mama's Den community, we talked about all the things today. Do your little ones have a life long best friend? Are you learning to process grief? Maybe you're hiding in the coat rack at Target while trying to give your teenager some independence. Let us know how you've told them about their bodies over at  <a href="https://www.instagram.com/themamasdenpodcast/" target="_blank">@themamasdenpodcast </a>or send us an email at podcasts@blacklove.com</p><p>Have a question for our Mamas? <a href="https://forms.gle/ZMuL5TaBPxHr6rVY6" target="_blank">Fill out our form</a> and you might hear it on a future episode!</p><p>========</p><p>Make sure you're connecting with our Mamas!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>The award-winning 🖤Black Love Podcast Network🖤 is back with✨ BRAND NEW ✨episodes! Since its launch in 2021, the Black Love Podcast Network has been the premiere destination for thought-provoking conversations on topics ranging from parenting and relationships to male wellness and sisterhood. </p><p>As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at <a href="mailto:podcasts@blacklove.com" target="_blank"><i>podcasts@blacklove.com</i></a><i>.</i></p><p><a href="https://substack.com/redirect/321198fa-1986-41b3-8140-ec96f2f32158?j=eyJ1IjoiMW9jOWE5In0.gtKsvg6IQrJYWnCm6wixbDLBf-HKcL8EFKd257fvmFg" target="_blank"><strong>BLACK LOVE, INC.</strong></a> is the premier Black-owned & operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.<br /> </p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 27 Mar 2023 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>podcasts@blacklove.com (Tiffany O, Codie Elaine Oliver, Ashley Chea)</author>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Codie's best friend Kim is in town (and Felicia is out for the day) and the Mamas have all the questions about building a career before children. As you may (or may not know) our Mamas all had their children very quickly into their relationships/marriages. Kim and her husband, however, waited five years before having a child. </p><p>What is it like to have children after climbing the corporate ladder? Do relationships stay the same? Get stronger? Fall apart?  We ain't got all the answers, but Kim is here to share her personal story and we are fascinated. </p><p>Alright Mama's Den community, did you start your career before or after starting kids? Did anything change? Let us know over at   <a href="https://www.instagram.com/themamasdenpodcast/" target="_blank">@themamasdenpodcast </a>or send us an email at podcasts@blacklove.com</p><p>Have a question for our Mamas? <a href="https://forms.gle/ZMuL5TaBPxHr6rVY6" target="_blank">Fill out our form</a> and you might hear it on a future episode!</p><p>========</p><p>Make sure you're connecting with our Mamas!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>The award-winning 🖤Black Love Podcast Network🖤 is back with✨ BRAND NEW ✨episodes! Since its launch in 2021, the Black Love Podcast Network has been the premiere destination for thought-provoking conversations on topics ranging from parenting and relationships to male wellness and sisterhood. </p><p>As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at <a href="mailto:podcasts@blacklove.com" target="_blank"><i>podcasts@blacklove.com</i></a><i>.</i></p><p><a href="https://substack.com/redirect/321198fa-1986-41b3-8140-ec96f2f32158?j=eyJ1IjoiMW9jOWE5In0.gtKsvg6IQrJYWnCm6wixbDLBf-HKcL8EFKd257fvmFg" target="_blank"><strong>BLACK LOVE, INC.</strong></a> is the premier Black-owned & operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.<br /> </p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 13 Mar 2023 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>podcasts@blacklove.com (Melanie Fiona, Ashley Chea, Codie Elaine Oliver)</author>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Would you let your child wave in the air like they just don't care? Did you know that is part of a type of parenting style? Listen, Ashley and Felicia have been watching this parenting show that has them wondering all the things. Is there one "good" type of parenting style? Should we as parents only stick to one way? Have we been to strict with our kids? Listen in as the Mamas discuss not only their parenting styles, but how it has evolved as they had more children. </p><p>Alright Mama's Den community what is your parenting style? Has it changed over time? Let us know over at   <a href="https://www.instagram.com/themamasdenpodcast/" target="_blank">@themamasdenpodcast </a>or send us an email at podcasts@blacklove.com</p><p>Have a question for our Mamas? <a href="https://forms.gle/ZMuL5TaBPxHr6rVY6" target="_blank">Fill out our form</a> and you might hear it on a future episode!</p><p>========</p><p>Make sure you're connecting with our Mamas!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>The award-winning 🖤Black Love Podcast Network🖤 is back with✨ BRAND NEW ✨episodes! Since its launch in 2021, the Black Love Podcast Network has been the premiere destination for thought-provoking conversations on topics ranging from parenting and relationships to male wellness and sisterhood. </p><p>As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at <a href="mailto:podcasts@blacklove.com" target="_blank"><i>podcasts@blacklove.com</i></a><i>.</i></p><p><a href="https://substack.com/redirect/321198fa-1986-41b3-8140-ec96f2f32158?j=eyJ1IjoiMW9jOWE5In0.gtKsvg6IQrJYWnCm6wixbDLBf-HKcL8EFKd257fvmFg" target="_blank"><strong>BLACK LOVE, INC.</strong></a> is the premier Black-owned & operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.<br /> </p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 27 Feb 2023 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>podcasts@blacklove.com (Melanie Fiona, Felicia La Tour, Ashley Chea, Codie Elaine Oliver)</author>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>A friendly conversation about Ashley's home makeover quickly  turns into how does one go about protecting the home? More importantly would any of the ladies get a gun? It's a question that is heated, genuine, and touches on not only the necessity for some, but the real fears, and the situations that have had the ladies think twice about their opinions. This is a conversation that goes there, and we definitely want to hear from you all afterwards!</p><p>Alright Mama's Den community what do you do to keep your home safe? Would you get a gun? Let us know over at   <a href="https://www.instagram.com/themamasdenpodcast/" target="_blank">@themamasdenpodcast </a>or send us an email at podcasts@blacklove.com</p><p>Have a question for our Mamas? <a href="https://forms.gle/ZMuL5TaBPxHr6rVY6" target="_blank">Fill out our form</a> and you might hear it on a future episode!</p><p>========</p><p>Make sure you're connecting with our Mamas!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>The award-winning 🖤Black Love Podcast Network🖤 is back with✨ BRAND NEW ✨episodes! Since its launch in 2021, the Black Love Podcast Network has been the premiere destination for thought-provoking conversations on topics ranging from parenting and relationships to male wellness and sisterhood. </p><p>As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at <a href="mailto:podcasts@blacklove.com" target="_blank"><i>podcasts@blacklove.com</i></a><i>.</i></p><p><a href="https://substack.com/redirect/321198fa-1986-41b3-8140-ec96f2f32158?j=eyJ1IjoiMW9jOWE5In0.gtKsvg6IQrJYWnCm6wixbDLBf-HKcL8EFKd257fvmFg" target="_blank"><strong>BLACK LOVE, INC.</strong></a> is the premier Black-owned & operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.<br /> </p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Valentine's Day is tomorrow and the ladies of the Mamas Den are ready thanks to the help of one Felicia La Tour! Listen in to hear how the Mamas do Valentine's Day with their children, how it's evolved over time, love languages, expectations of their partners, and some last minute pick ups you can grab if you're trying to scramble to put something together for this micro holiday!</p><p> </p><p>Alright Mama's Den community what do you do with your little ones for Valentines Day? Let us know over at   <a href="https://www.instagram.com/themamasdenpodcast/" target="_blank">@themamasdenpodcast </a>or send us an email at podcasts@blacklove.com</p><p>Have a question for our Mamas? <a href="https://forms.gle/ZMuL5TaBPxHr6rVY6" target="_blank">Fill out our form</a> and you might hear it on a future episode!</p><p>========</p><p>Make sure you're connecting with our Mamas!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>The award-winning 🖤Black Love Podcast Network🖤 is back with✨ BRAND NEW ✨episodes! Since its launch in 2021, the Black Love Podcast Network has been the premiere destination for thought-provoking conversations on topics ranging from parenting and relationships to male wellness and sisterhood. </p><p>As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at <a href="mailto:podcasts@blacklove.com" target="_blank"><i>podcasts@blacklove.com</i></a><i>.</i></p><p><a href="https://substack.com/redirect/321198fa-1986-41b3-8140-ec96f2f32158?j=eyJ1IjoiMW9jOWE5In0.gtKsvg6IQrJYWnCm6wixbDLBf-HKcL8EFKd257fvmFg" target="_blank"><strong>BLACK LOVE, INC.</strong></a> is the premier Black-owned & operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.<br /> </p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 13 Feb 2023 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>podcasts@blacklove.com (Ashley Chea, Felicia La Tour, Codie Elaine Oliver, Melanie Fiona)</author>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Valentine's Day is tomorrow and the ladies of the Mamas Den are ready thanks to the help of one Felicia La Tour! Listen in to hear how the Mamas do Valentine's Day with their children, how it's evolved over time, love languages, expectations of their partners, and some last minute pick ups you can grab if you're trying to scramble to put something together for this micro holiday!</p><p> </p><p>Alright Mama's Den community what do you do with your little ones for Valentines Day? Let us know over at   <a href="https://www.instagram.com/themamasdenpodcast/" target="_blank">@themamasdenpodcast </a>or send us an email at podcasts@blacklove.com</p><p>Have a question for our Mamas? <a href="https://forms.gle/ZMuL5TaBPxHr6rVY6" target="_blank">Fill out our form</a> and you might hear it on a future episode!</p><p>========</p><p>Make sure you're connecting with our Mamas!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>The award-winning 🖤Black Love Podcast Network🖤 is back with✨ BRAND NEW ✨episodes! Since its launch in 2021, the Black Love Podcast Network has been the premiere destination for thought-provoking conversations on topics ranging from parenting and relationships to male wellness and sisterhood. </p><p>As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at <a href="mailto:podcasts@blacklove.com" target="_blank"><i>podcasts@blacklove.com</i></a><i>.</i></p><p><a href="https://substack.com/redirect/321198fa-1986-41b3-8140-ec96f2f32158?j=eyJ1IjoiMW9jOWE5In0.gtKsvg6IQrJYWnCm6wixbDLBf-HKcL8EFKd257fvmFg" target="_blank"><strong>BLACK LOVE, INC.</strong></a> is the premier Black-owned & operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.<br /> </p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back to the Den Mamas! We know you've been waiting for us to come back and we're recharged and ready to get back to talking about all of the things. We didn't know a better way bring us back in than by answering some of your questions! What should one do when a co-parent ain't acting right? What's Black History month like in Canada? and a shout out to all the Aunties! (We love our Aunties here!) </p><p>Alright Mama's Den community what have you missed the most? Let us know over at   <a href="https://www.instagram.com/themamasdenpodcast/" target="_blank">@themamasdenpodcast </a>or send us an email at podcasts@blacklove.com</p><p>Have a question for our Mamas? <a href="https://forms.gle/ZMuL5TaBPxHr6rVY6" target="_blank">Fill out our form</a> and you might hear it on a future episode!</p><p>========</p><p>Make sure you're connecting with our Mamas!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>The award-winning 🖤Black Love Podcast Network🖤 is back with✨ BRAND NEW ✨episodes! Since its launch in 2021, the Black Love Podcast Network has been the premiere destination for thought-provoking conversations on topics ranging from parenting and relationships to male wellness and sisterhood. </p><p>As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at <a href="mailto:podcasts@blacklove.com" target="_blank"><i>podcasts@blacklove.com</i></a><i>.</i></p><p><a href="https://substack.com/redirect/321198fa-1986-41b3-8140-ec96f2f32158?j=eyJ1IjoiMW9jOWE5In0.gtKsvg6IQrJYWnCm6wixbDLBf-HKcL8EFKd257fvmFg" target="_blank"><strong>BLACK LOVE, INC.</strong></a> is the premier Black-owned & operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.<br /> </p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Mamas, Aunties, Ladies, and even the Fellas....we're NOT back! BUT we know that you've been feenin worse than Jodeci for NEW Mama's Den episodes so we wanted to drop a special episode to help get you through the weekend. In this very special episode, the Mamas share how these kids have been keeping them on their toes. What does it look like to keep going when everything seems to be going wrong? Plus, what makes every single one of the ladies cry mid episode?  <br /><br />What moments have had you stuck between Faith or Fear? Let us know over at   <a href="https://www.instagram.com/themamasdenpodcast/" target="_blank">@themamasdenpodcast </a>or send us an email at podcasts@blacklove.com</p><p>Have a question for our Mamas? <a href="https://forms.gle/ZMuL5TaBPxHr6rVY6" target="_blank">Fill out our form</a> and you might hear it on a future episode!</p><p>========</p><p>Make sure you're connecting with our Mamas!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>The award-winning 🖤Black Love Podcast Network🖤 is back with✨ BRAND NEW ✨episodes! Since its launch in 2021, the Black Love Podcast Network has been the premiere destination for thought-provoking conversations on topics ranging from parenting and relationships to male wellness and sisterhood. </p><p>As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at <a href="mailto:podcasts@blacklove.com" target="_blank"><i>podcasts@blacklove.com</i></a><i>.</i></p><p><a href="https://substack.com/redirect/321198fa-1986-41b3-8140-ec96f2f32158?j=eyJ1IjoiMW9jOWE5In0.gtKsvg6IQrJYWnCm6wixbDLBf-HKcL8EFKd257fvmFg" target="_blank"><strong>BLACK LOVE, INC.</strong></a> is the premier Black-owned & operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.<br /> </p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 3 Feb 2023 13:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>podcasts@blacklove.com (Ashley Chea, Codie Elaine Oliver, Melanie Fiona)</author>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Mamas, Aunties, Ladies, and even the Fellas....we're NOT back! BUT we know that you've been feenin worse than Jodeci for NEW Mama's Den episodes so we wanted to drop a special episode to help get you through the weekend. In this very special episode, the Mamas share how these kids have been keeping them on their toes. What does it look like to keep going when everything seems to be going wrong? Plus, what makes every single one of the ladies cry mid episode?  <br /><br />What moments have had you stuck between Faith or Fear? Let us know over at   <a href="https://www.instagram.com/themamasdenpodcast/" target="_blank">@themamasdenpodcast </a>or send us an email at podcasts@blacklove.com</p><p>Have a question for our Mamas? <a href="https://forms.gle/ZMuL5TaBPxHr6rVY6" target="_blank">Fill out our form</a> and you might hear it on a future episode!</p><p>========</p><p>Make sure you're connecting with our Mamas!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>The award-winning 🖤Black Love Podcast Network🖤 is back with✨ BRAND NEW ✨episodes! Since its launch in 2021, the Black Love Podcast Network has been the premiere destination for thought-provoking conversations on topics ranging from parenting and relationships to male wellness and sisterhood. </p><p>As always, our community is the cornerstone of our content and we continue to want to connect with you! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @blacklove and you can send us an email at <a href="mailto:podcasts@blacklove.com" target="_blank"><i>podcasts@blacklove.com</i></a><i>.</i></p><p><a href="https://substack.com/redirect/321198fa-1986-41b3-8140-ec96f2f32158?j=eyJ1IjoiMW9jOWE5In0.gtKsvg6IQrJYWnCm6wixbDLBf-HKcL8EFKd257fvmFg" target="_blank"><strong>BLACK LOVE, INC.</strong></a> is the premier Black-owned & operated media company for celebrating 360 degrees of Black Love.<br /> </p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Tis the season for all the things: events, gifts🎁, holiday parties, colds (we miss you Melanie!), and trying to stay on top of everything that still needs to get done. Our Mamas recap Felicia's amazing Merry and Mindful event, and why we have a tendency to sell ourselves short even though we have no reason to do so. Plus, Felicia, Codie and Ashley share their current Christmas traditions. Apparently we're all missing out on Elf on the Shelf, 🎄fake trees are better than real trees🎄, and 3 gifts is what we should be maxing out on for our kids. </p><p>ALSO make sure you listen to the end so you don't miss a special announcement from our Mamas!</p><p>Mamas! Aunties! Village!🎅🏿 What are your holiday plans looking like? Were you a Kwanzaa kid like Ashley? Let us know over at   <a href="https://www.instagram.com/themamasdenpodcast/" target="_blank">@themamasdenpodcast </a>or send us an email at podcasts@blacklove.com</p><p>========</p><p>Make sure you're connecting with our Mamas!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>The <a href="https://blacklove.com/shop">🖤Black Love Shop🖤</a> is now open just in time for the holidays! Check out our Black Love is Beautiful embroidered sweatshirt, 14k gold plated Royalty necklace 💫 AND our 🕯️✨“Black Love Is ___” organic slow burning candle 🕯️✨. Buy Black this holiday season by checking out everything in the <a href="https://blacklove.com/shop">Black Love Shop! </a><br /> </p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>What was life like before motherhood? Do you remember it? Were you in the club living your best life? Chasing those career dreams? Sometimes it's easy to forget just what things were like before we had these children in our lives, and what we thought our lives would be. Today the Mamas are sharing just what their lives were like before motherhood. What were the career dreams? Did they always want to be moms? How did that first child change that life plan? </p><p>Mamas! Aunties! Village! What was your life like before kids? Let us know over at   <a href="https://www.instagram.com/themamasdenpodcast/" target="_blank">@themamasdenpodcast </a>or send us an email at podcasts@blacklove.com</p><p>========</p><p>Make sure you're connecting with our Mamas!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>The <a href="https://blacklove.com/shop">🖤Black Love Shop🖤</a> is now open just in time for the holidays! Check out our Black Love is Beautiful embroidered sweatshirt, 14k gold plated Royalty necklace 💫 AND our 🕯️✨“Black Love Is ___” organic slow burning candle 🕯️✨. Buy Black this holiday season by checking out everything in the <a href="https://blacklove.com/shop">Black Love Shop! </a><br /> </p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 5 Dec 2022 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>podcasts@blacklove.com (Ashley Chea, Felicia La Tour, Codie Elaine Oliver, Melanie Fiona)</author>
      <link>https://the-mamas-den.simplecast.com/episodes/life-before-kids-pWTLix00</link>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>What was life like before motherhood? Do you remember it? Were you in the club living your best life? Chasing those career dreams? Sometimes it's easy to forget just what things were like before we had these children in our lives, and what we thought our lives would be. Today the Mamas are sharing just what their lives were like before motherhood. What were the career dreams? Did they always want to be moms? How did that first child change that life plan? </p><p>Mamas! Aunties! Village! What was your life like before kids? Let us know over at   <a href="https://www.instagram.com/themamasdenpodcast/" target="_blank">@themamasdenpodcast </a>or send us an email at podcasts@blacklove.com</p><p>========</p><p>Make sure you're connecting with our Mamas!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>The <a href="https://blacklove.com/shop">🖤Black Love Shop🖤</a> is now open just in time for the holidays! Check out our Black Love is Beautiful embroidered sweatshirt, 14k gold plated Royalty necklace 💫 AND our 🕯️✨“Black Love Is ___” organic slow burning candle 🕯️✨. Buy Black this holiday season by checking out everything in the <a href="https://blacklove.com/shop">Black Love Shop! </a><br /> </p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>The Mamas are just catching up this week and they're talking about everything . First with the holidays fast approaching gifts are on everyone's mind and everyone has very different opinions on what types of gifts they life to receive. Plus, at what age do women stop wearing underwear? Is there an age? Does it depend on the vagina? Also, it's cold season! What is everyone's favorite cold remedies? It's just a fun conversation between friends. So shake off the turkey hangover, stake out your cyber monday claim and listen in!</p><p>Mamas! Aunties! Village! What are you up to this holiday season? Let us know over at   <a href="https://www.instagram.com/themamasdenpodcast/" target="_blank">@themamasdenpodcast </a>or send us an email at podcasts@blacklove.com</p><p>========</p><p>Make sure you're connecting with our Mamas!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>Black Love is Forever! While the docuseries has taken its final bow you can still find all things Black Love on the <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/9a666399-9d57-4e6c-9457-e7b0bffc34bd/blacklove.com/app">Black Love+ app</a> This includes our original series <strong>Couch Conversations!</strong>  This season Kevin and Melissa Fredricks are bringing their 18 years of marriage experience, rawness, and friendship to Couch Conversations Season 4✨, <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/9a666399-9d57-4e6c-9457-e7b0bffc34bd/blacklove.com/app"><strong>now streaming on the Black Love+ App </strong></a><br /><br />Black Love’s <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/couchconversations/">#CouchConversations</a> is presented in partnership with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/Target/">@Target</a>!</p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 28 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>It's Thanksgiving week! Felicia is out taking care of a sick little one but the rest of the Mamas are here with their Thanksgiving plans. What traditions do each of our Mamas look forward to the most? PLUS Travel tips! Look, we know that a lot of our Mama's Den village is wondering how to get in and around the airport this holiday season and we've got you covered! Melanie, Ashley and Codie are pros when it comes to traveling with these kids, and they know just what you need to make it through the busiest travel season of the year. </p><p>Mamas! Aunties! Village! What tips did we miss? Let us know over at   <a href="https://www.instagram.com/themamasdenpodcast/" target="_blank">@themamasdenpodcast </a>or send us an email at podcasts@blacklove.com</p><p>========</p><p>Make sure you're connecting with our Mamas!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>Black Love is Forever! While the docuseries has taken its final bow you can still find all things Black Love on the <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/9a666399-9d57-4e6c-9457-e7b0bffc34bd/blacklove.com/app">Black Love+ app</a> This includes our original series <strong>Couch Conversations!</strong>  This season Kevin and Melissa Fredricks are bringing their 18 years of marriage experience, rawness, and friendship to Couch Conversations Season 4✨, <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/9a666399-9d57-4e6c-9457-e7b0bffc34bd/blacklove.com/app"><strong>now streaming on the Black Love+ App </strong></a><br /><br />Black Love’s <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/couchconversations/">#CouchConversations</a> is presented in partnership with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/Target/">@Target</a>!</p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 21 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>podcasts@blacklove.com (Melanie Fiona, Ashley Chea, Codie Elaine Oliver)</author>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>It's Thanksgiving week! Felicia is out taking care of a sick little one but the rest of the Mamas are here with their Thanksgiving plans. What traditions do each of our Mamas look forward to the most? PLUS Travel tips! Look, we know that a lot of our Mama's Den village is wondering how to get in and around the airport this holiday season and we've got you covered! Melanie, Ashley and Codie are pros when it comes to traveling with these kids, and they know just what you need to make it through the busiest travel season of the year. </p><p>Mamas! Aunties! Village! What tips did we miss? Let us know over at   <a href="https://www.instagram.com/themamasdenpodcast/" target="_blank">@themamasdenpodcast </a>or send us an email at podcasts@blacklove.com</p><p>========</p><p>Make sure you're connecting with our Mamas!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>Black Love is Forever! While the docuseries has taken its final bow you can still find all things Black Love on the <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/9a666399-9d57-4e6c-9457-e7b0bffc34bd/blacklove.com/app">Black Love+ app</a> This includes our original series <strong>Couch Conversations!</strong>  This season Kevin and Melissa Fredricks are bringing their 18 years of marriage experience, rawness, and friendship to Couch Conversations Season 4✨, <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/9a666399-9d57-4e6c-9457-e7b0bffc34bd/blacklove.com/app"><strong>now streaming on the Black Love+ App </strong></a><br /><br />Black Love’s <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/couchconversations/">#CouchConversations</a> is presented in partnership with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/Target/">@Target</a>!</p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>These KIDS are crushing!! We were not ready! Nothing is sacred and they are starting YOUNG. One of Codie's twins has already developed a crush. Felicia's daughter Peace has willed her crush into the universe. Ashley's daughter went and kissed someone and Melanie's son is ready to take someone out on a date (he's 6). Of course it's all innocent because they're children, but now the Mamas are thinking about the future and what will it look like when their kids bring home their first serious partner? Do we (as parents) have certain expectations of our children? Let's talk about it!</p><p>Mamas! Aunties! Village! What should we be on the look out for with these kids? ? Let us know over at   <a href="https://www.instagram.com/themamasdenpodcast/" target="_blank">@themamasdenpodcast </a>or send us an email at podcasts@blacklove.com</p><p>========</p><p>Make sure you're connecting with our Mamas!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>🖤THE BLACK LOVE SUMMIT IS BACK! 🖤Join us in Los Angeles on November 12th for a day of Black joy and Black love you won’t forget at the 5th Annual Black Love Summit! The Summit is about DATING, PARTNERSHIP, WELLNESS, and COMMUNITY. </p><p>From conversations with Nina & Russell Westbrook to Naturi Naughton & hubby Two Lewis and so many more, we are curating a special day for you and a night of fun with our RnB House Party family and Coco Jones! </p><p><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2022-black-love-summit-tickets-429919710427" target="_blank"><i>Tickets to the 2022 Black Love Summit are available now</i></a>! Visit <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/b3e9961a-585c-45c9-93b5-c3ed9443da70/episodes/33c9cabd-53ec-488e-97d6-3ba24c999a0d/www.blacklove.com/summit" target="_blank"><strong>BLACKLOVE.COM/SUMMIT</strong></a> for more info.</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 7 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>podcasts@blacklove.com (Ashley Chea, Melanie Fiona, Felicia La Tour, Codie Elaine Oliver)</author>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>🥳<i><strong>IT'S CODIE'S BIRTHDAY!!!</strong></i>🎂<i><strong> </strong></i>It's also Halloween🎃, but it's 🥳CODIE'S BIRTHDAY!!🎂 [Insert party horns] So we decided to go into our <a href="https://forms.gle/ZMuL5TaBPxHr6rVY6" target="_blank">Grab Bag</a> and answer some of your questions! Monique in Charlotte wants to talk about conscious parenting, Sherry in Houston needs help with a picky eater, Ellen in Fresno has our Mamas ready to roll up, and Farrah Columbus GA wants more parenting tips from Melanie's mom (y'all!). We are here for you so make sure you <a href="https://forms.gle/ZMuL5TaBPxHr6rVY6" target="_blank">keep asking all the questions</a>, and go wish <a href="www.instagram.com/codieco" target="_blank">Codie</a> a happy birthday!!</p><p>What's on your mind Mamas? Let us know over at   <a href="https://www.instagram.com/themamasdenpodcast/" target="_blank">@themamasdenpodcast </a>or send us an email at podcasts@blacklove.com</p><p>Mamas! Our friends at <a href="https://www.proudly.com/collections/shop-all" target="_blank"><strong>PROUDLY</strong></a> have a special deal for you! <strong>Save 20%</strong> off your order of at least $50 (excluding subscriptions) with code <strong>BLACKLOVE!</strong> Shoutout to <a href="https://www.proudly.com/collections/shop-all"><strong>PROUDLY</strong></a> for looking out for our melanated babies! </p><p>========</p><p>Make sure you're connecting with our Mamas!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>🖤THE BLACK LOVE SUMMIT IS BACK! 🖤Join us in Los Angeles on November 12th for a day of Black joy and Black love you won’t forget at the 5th Annual Black Love Summit! The Summit is about DATING, PARTNERSHIP, WELLNESS, and COMMUNITY. </p><p>From conversations with Nina & Russell Westbrook to Naturi Naughton & hubby Two Lewis and so many more, we are curating a special day for you and a night of fun with our RnB House Party family and Coco Jones! </p><p><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2022-black-love-summit-tickets-429919710427" target="_blank"><i>Tickets to the 2022 Black Love Summit are available now</i></a>! Visit <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/b3e9961a-585c-45c9-93b5-c3ed9443da70/episodes/33c9cabd-53ec-488e-97d6-3ba24c999a0d/www.blacklove.com/summit" target="_blank"><strong>BLACKLOVE.COM/SUMMIT</strong></a> for more info.</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 31 Oct 2022 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>podcasts@blacklove.com (Codie Elaine Oliver, Melanie Fiona, Ashley Chea, Felicia La Tour)</author>
      <link>https://the-mamas-den.simplecast.com/episodes/picky-eaters-whats-wrong-with-fresno-and-savage-mom-punishments-V8MPW2yj</link>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>🥳<i><strong>IT'S CODIE'S BIRTHDAY!!!</strong></i>🎂<i><strong> </strong></i>It's also Halloween🎃, but it's 🥳CODIE'S BIRTHDAY!!🎂 [Insert party horns] So we decided to go into our <a href="https://forms.gle/ZMuL5TaBPxHr6rVY6" target="_blank">Grab Bag</a> and answer some of your questions! Monique in Charlotte wants to talk about conscious parenting, Sherry in Houston needs help with a picky eater, Ellen in Fresno has our Mamas ready to roll up, and Farrah Columbus GA wants more parenting tips from Melanie's mom (y'all!). We are here for you so make sure you <a href="https://forms.gle/ZMuL5TaBPxHr6rVY6" target="_blank">keep asking all the questions</a>, and go wish <a href="www.instagram.com/codieco" target="_blank">Codie</a> a happy birthday!!</p><p>What's on your mind Mamas? Let us know over at   <a href="https://www.instagram.com/themamasdenpodcast/" target="_blank">@themamasdenpodcast </a>or send us an email at podcasts@blacklove.com</p><p>Mamas! Our friends at <a href="https://www.proudly.com/collections/shop-all" target="_blank"><strong>PROUDLY</strong></a> have a special deal for you! <strong>Save 20%</strong> off your order of at least $50 (excluding subscriptions) with code <strong>BLACKLOVE!</strong> Shoutout to <a href="https://www.proudly.com/collections/shop-all"><strong>PROUDLY</strong></a> for looking out for our melanated babies! </p><p>========</p><p>Make sure you're connecting with our Mamas!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>🖤THE BLACK LOVE SUMMIT IS BACK! 🖤Join us in Los Angeles on November 12th for a day of Black joy and Black love you won’t forget at the 5th Annual Black Love Summit! The Summit is about DATING, PARTNERSHIP, WELLNESS, and COMMUNITY. </p><p>From conversations with Nina & Russell Westbrook to Naturi Naughton & hubby Two Lewis and so many more, we are curating a special day for you and a night of fun with our RnB House Party family and Coco Jones! </p><p><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2022-black-love-summit-tickets-429919710427" target="_blank"><i>Tickets to the 2022 Black Love Summit are available now</i></a>! Visit <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/b3e9961a-585c-45c9-93b5-c3ed9443da70/episodes/33c9cabd-53ec-488e-97d6-3ba24c999a0d/www.blacklove.com/summit" target="_blank"><strong>BLACKLOVE.COM/SUMMIT</strong></a> for more info.</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>BOO!👻 It's Halloween time and we don't know about our community but for us over here in The Mama's Den it has come up on us QUICK! Today the Mamas are talking everything Halloween from last minute costumes, to actual Trick or Treating plans, and just what <i>do</i> you do with all that free candy? Plus Melanie shares a Halloween story about how her mother leveraged Halloween into her parenting.</p><p>What does Halloween look like for you? Do you all go all out let us know over <a href="https://www.instagram.com/themamasdenpodcast/" target="_blank">@themamasdenpodcast</a></p><p>Mamas! Our friends at <a href="https://www.proudly.com/collections/shop-all" target="_blank"><strong>PROUDLY</strong></a> have a special deal for you! <strong>Save 20%</strong> off your order of at least $50 (excluding subscriptions) with code <strong>BLACKLOVE!</strong> Shoutout to <a href="https://www.proudly.com/collections/shop-all"><strong>PROUDLY</strong></a> for looking out for our melanated babies! </p><p>========</p><p>Make sure you're connecting with our Mamas!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>Black Love is Forever! While the docuseries has taken its final bow you can still find all things Black Love on the <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/9a666399-9d57-4e6c-9457-e7b0bffc34bd/blacklove.com/app">Black Love+ app</a> This includes our original series <strong>Couch Conversations!</strong>  This season Kevin and Melissa Fredricks are bringing their 18 years of marriage experience, rawness, and friendship to Couch Conversations Season 4✨, <i><strong>streaming right now</strong></i> on the Black Love+ App!<br /><br />Black Love’s <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/couchconversations/">#CouchConversations</a> is presented in partnership with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/Target/">@Target</a>!</p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 24 Oct 2022 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Today's episode is brought to you commercial free by our friends at <a href="https://www.proudly.com/collections/shop-all" target="_blank"><strong>PROUDLY.</strong></a> The Mama's Den is glad to bring you a a special deal just for our Mama community! <strong>Save 20%</strong> off your order of at least $50 (excluding subscriptions) with code <strong>BLACKLOVE!</strong> Shoutout to <a href="https://www.proudly.com/collections/shop-all"><strong>PROUDLY</strong></a> for looking out for our melanated babies! </p><p>Mamas, do you remember your first time you brought home your first born? That new baby smell? The all new terrifying reality of BATHTIME! That first bath can be very scary for new mamas, and as we all know, it doesn't necessarily get much better as these kids get older. Sometimes convincing these kids to get in the damn tub is HARD! Listen in as the Mamas share some of their bath time routines (or lack there of) and what has and hasn't worked for them along their parenting journeys.</p><p>========</p><p>Make sure you're connecting with our Mamas!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>Black Love is Forever! While the docuseries has taken its final bow you can still find all things Black Love on the <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/9a666399-9d57-4e6c-9457-e7b0bffc34bd/blacklove.com/app">Black Love+ app</a> This includes our original series <strong>Couch Conversations!</strong>  This season Kevin and Melissa Fredricks are bringing their 18 years of marriage experience, rawness, and friendship to Couch Conversations Season 4✨, <i><strong>streaming right now</strong></i> on the Black Love+ App!<br /><br />Black Love’s <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/couchconversations/">#CouchConversations</a> is presented in partnership with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/Target/">@Target</a>!</p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 17 Oct 2022 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>podcasts@blacklove.com (Ashley Chea, Felicia La Tour, Melanie Fiona, Codie Elaine Oliver)</author>
      <link>https://the-mamas-den.simplecast.com/episodes/these-kids-smell-like-outside-biXjhuVO</link>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Today's episode is brought to you commercial free by our friends at <a href="https://www.proudly.com/collections/shop-all" target="_blank"><strong>PROUDLY.</strong></a> The Mama's Den is glad to bring you a a special deal just for our Mama community! <strong>Save 20%</strong> off your order of at least $50 (excluding subscriptions) with code <strong>BLACKLOVE!</strong> Shoutout to <a href="https://www.proudly.com/collections/shop-all"><strong>PROUDLY</strong></a> for looking out for our melanated babies! </p><p>Mamas, do you remember your first time you brought home your first born? That new baby smell? The all new terrifying reality of BATHTIME! That first bath can be very scary for new mamas, and as we all know, it doesn't necessarily get much better as these kids get older. Sometimes convincing these kids to get in the damn tub is HARD! Listen in as the Mamas share some of their bath time routines (or lack there of) and what has and hasn't worked for them along their parenting journeys.</p><p>========</p><p>Make sure you're connecting with our Mamas!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>Black Love is Forever! While the docuseries has taken its final bow you can still find all things Black Love on the <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/9a666399-9d57-4e6c-9457-e7b0bffc34bd/blacklove.com/app">Black Love+ app</a> This includes our original series <strong>Couch Conversations!</strong>  This season Kevin and Melissa Fredricks are bringing their 18 years of marriage experience, rawness, and friendship to Couch Conversations Season 4✨, <i><strong>streaming right now</strong></i> on the Black Love+ App!<br /><br />Black Love’s <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/couchconversations/">#CouchConversations</a> is presented in partnership with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/Target/">@Target</a>!</p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Mamas we gotta be honest with you, we are burned out. We are tired. Our lives, our businesses, social media, it seems like it's coming from all directions. So we're just gonna talk about it. What do we do when it feels like we can't push any further? How has hustle culture gotten us here? Pull up and let's have a conversation. </p><p>Mamas! Our friends at <a href="https://www.proudly.com/collections/shop-all" target="_blank"><strong>PROUDLY</strong></a> have a special deal for you! <strong>Save 20%</strong> off your order of at least $50 (excluding subscriptions) with code <strong>BLACKLOVE!</strong> Shoutout to <a href="https://www.proudly.com/collections/shop-all"><strong>PROUDLY</strong></a> for looking out for our melanated babies! </p><p>========</p><p>Make sure you're connecting with our Mamas!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>Black Love is Forever! While the docuseries has taken its final bow you can still find all things Black Love on the <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/9a666399-9d57-4e6c-9457-e7b0bffc34bd/blacklove.com/app">Black Love+ app</a> This includes our original series <strong>Couch Conversations!</strong>  This season Kevin and Melissa Fredricks are bringing their 18 years of marriage experience, rawness, and friendship to Couch Conversations Season 4✨, <i><strong>streaming right now</strong></i> on the Black Love+ App!<br /><br />Black Love’s <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/couchconversations/">#CouchConversations</a> is presented in partnership with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/Target/">@Target</a>!</p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 10 Oct 2022 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>podcasts@blacklove.com (Felicia La Tour, Codie Elaine Oliver, Melanie Fiona, Ashley Chea)</author>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>It's Monday and the Mamas are back to answer some of your questions! Have any of them ever dealt with infidelity in their marriages? How do they find ways to spend quality time with each of their 50 eleventy kids? Plus we get confirmation on the strength of Ashley's vagina. Yup, you read that right!  Don't forget that you can always ask the mamas questions by <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdDGVTXYCVuCo2syuo9Mf1dYtcuOs5BdRfdoO3-N0zt_V8Qug/viewform?usp=sf_link"> filling out our form!</a></p><p>Mamas! Our friends at <a href="https://www.proudly.com/collections/shop-all" target="_blank"><strong>PROUDLY</strong></a> have a special deal for you! <strong>Save 20%</strong> off your order of at least $50 (excluding subscriptions) with code <strong>BLACKLOVE!</strong> Shoutout to <a href="https://www.proudly.com/collections/shop-all"><strong>PROUDLY</strong></a> for looking out for our melanated babies! </p><p>========</p><p>Make sure you're connecting with our Mamas!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>Black Love is Forever! While the docuseries has taken its final bow you can still find all things Black Love on the <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/9a666399-9d57-4e6c-9457-e7b0bffc34bd/blacklove.com/app">Black Love+ app</a> This includes our original series <strong>Couch Conversations!</strong>  This season Kevin and Melissa Fredricks are bringing their 18 years of marriage experience, rawness, and friendship to Couch Conversations Season 4✨, <i><strong>streaming right now</strong></i> on the Black Love+ App!<br /><br />Black Love’s <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/couchconversations/">#CouchConversations</a> is presented in partnership with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/Target/">@Target</a>!</p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 3 Oct 2022 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>podcasts@blacklove.com (Codie Elaine Oliver, Felicia La Tour, Ashley Chea)</author>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>It's Monday and the Mamas are back to answer some of your questions! Have any of them ever dealt with infidelity in their marriages? How do they find ways to spend quality time with each of their 50 eleventy kids? Plus we get confirmation on the strength of Ashley's vagina. Yup, you read that right!  Don't forget that you can always ask the mamas questions by <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdDGVTXYCVuCo2syuo9Mf1dYtcuOs5BdRfdoO3-N0zt_V8Qug/viewform?usp=sf_link"> filling out our form!</a></p><p>Mamas! Our friends at <a href="https://www.proudly.com/collections/shop-all" target="_blank"><strong>PROUDLY</strong></a> have a special deal for you! <strong>Save 20%</strong> off your order of at least $50 (excluding subscriptions) with code <strong>BLACKLOVE!</strong> Shoutout to <a href="https://www.proudly.com/collections/shop-all"><strong>PROUDLY</strong></a> for looking out for our melanated babies! </p><p>========</p><p>Make sure you're connecting with our Mamas!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>Black Love is Forever! While the docuseries has taken its final bow you can still find all things Black Love on the <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/9a666399-9d57-4e6c-9457-e7b0bffc34bd/blacklove.com/app">Black Love+ app</a> This includes our original series <strong>Couch Conversations!</strong>  This season Kevin and Melissa Fredricks are bringing their 18 years of marriage experience, rawness, and friendship to Couch Conversations Season 4✨, <i><strong>streaming right now</strong></i> on the Black Love+ App!<br /><br />Black Love’s <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/couchconversations/">#CouchConversations</a> is presented in partnership with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/Target/">@Target</a>!</p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Ladies, we've heard how hard it's been to maintain friendships are to maintain after... well... everything. After you get into a relationship, after your twenties, after you have kids, but real talk...should it be hard? Today the Mamas have a conversation all around friendships. Truth be told, some friendships have expiration dates. Or maybe, we haven't exactly been the best friends to people in our lives? Listen, we're getting into all of it today!</p><p>========</p><p>Mamas! Our friends at <a href="https://www.proudly.com/collections/shop-all" target="_blank"><strong>PROUDLY</strong></a> have a special deal for you! <strong>Save 20%</strong> off your order of at least $50 (excluding subscriptions) with code <strong>BLACKLOVE!</strong> Shoutout to <a href="https://www.proudly.com/collections/shop-all"><strong>PROUDLY</strong></a> for looking out for our melanated babies! </p><p>========</p><p>If you have a question for the Mamas?<a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdDGVTXYCVuCo2syuo9Mf1dYtcuOs5BdRfdoO3-N0zt_V8Qug/viewform?usp=sf_link"> Let us know so we can answer it in a future episode!</a></p><p>Make sure you're connecting with our Mamas!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>Black Love is Forever! While the docuseries has taken its final bow you can still find all things Black Love on the <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/9a666399-9d57-4e6c-9457-e7b0bffc34bd/blacklove.com/app">Black Love+ app</a> This includes our original series <strong>Couch Conversations!</strong>  This season Kevin and Melissa Fredricks are bringing their 18 years of marriage experience, rawness, and friendship to Couch Conversations Season 4✨, dropping on the Black Love+ App <strong>Tuesday, September 27th!</strong><br /><br />Black Love’s <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/couchconversations/">#CouchConversations</a> is presented in partnership with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/Target/">@Target</a>!</p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 26 Sep 2022 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Ladies, we've heard how hard it's been to maintain friendships are to maintain after... well... everything. After you get into a relationship, after your twenties, after you have kids, but real talk...should it be hard? Today the Mamas have a conversation all around friendships. Truth be told, some friendships have expiration dates. Or maybe, we haven't exactly been the best friends to people in our lives? Listen, we're getting into all of it today!</p><p>========</p><p>Mamas! Our friends at <a href="https://www.proudly.com/collections/shop-all" target="_blank"><strong>PROUDLY</strong></a> have a special deal for you! <strong>Save 20%</strong> off your order of at least $50 (excluding subscriptions) with code <strong>BLACKLOVE!</strong> Shoutout to <a href="https://www.proudly.com/collections/shop-all"><strong>PROUDLY</strong></a> for looking out for our melanated babies! </p><p>========</p><p>If you have a question for the Mamas?<a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdDGVTXYCVuCo2syuo9Mf1dYtcuOs5BdRfdoO3-N0zt_V8Qug/viewform?usp=sf_link"> Let us know so we can answer it in a future episode!</a></p><p>Make sure you're connecting with our Mamas!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>Black Love is Forever! While the docuseries has taken its final bow you can still find all things Black Love on the <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/9a666399-9d57-4e6c-9457-e7b0bffc34bd/blacklove.com/app">Black Love+ app</a> This includes our original series <strong>Couch Conversations!</strong>  This season Kevin and Melissa Fredricks are bringing their 18 years of marriage experience, rawness, and friendship to Couch Conversations Season 4✨, dropping on the Black Love+ App <strong>Tuesday, September 27th!</strong><br /><br />Black Love’s <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/couchconversations/">#CouchConversations</a> is presented in partnership with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/Target/">@Target</a>!</p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Melanie Fiona is back in tha MF building just in time for the start of the school year! Mamas! Ladies! All you people listening! How are your mornings holding up? The Mamas Den group chat is a whole situation. These children have us unable to keep a single schedule.  This is especially true when trying to get out of the house in the mornings! It's like these children just stay late. Luckily, Ashley and Felicia have some tips they have learned to help keep a routine, and what they do when their children don't want to cooperate with them (cause these kids!)</p><p>========</p><p>Mamas! Our friends at <a href="https://www.proudly.com/collections/shop-all" target="_blank"><strong>PROUDLY</strong></a> have a special deal for you! Make sure you head over to proudly.com, spend at least $50 and use promo code <i><strong>BLACKLOVE</strong></i> to save %20 (excluding subscriptions)! Shoutout to <a href="https://www.proudly.com/collections/shop-all"><strong>PROUDLY</strong></a> for looking out for our melanated babies! </p><p>========</p><p>If you have a question for the Mamas?<a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdDGVTXYCVuCo2syuo9Mf1dYtcuOs5BdRfdoO3-N0zt_V8Qug/viewform?usp=sf_link"> Let us know so we can answer it in a future episode!</a></p><p>Make sure you're connecting with our Mamas!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>Black Love is Forever! While the series has taken its final bow you can still find all things Black Love on the <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/9a666399-9d57-4e6c-9457-e7b0bffc34bd/blacklove.com/app">Black Love+ app</a> This includes rewatching all your favorite episodes of <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/blacklovedoc/">#BlackLoveDoc</a>. catching our original series Couch Conversations and Men's Roundtable, or find your new favorite podcasts on the Black Love Podcast Network! </p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 19 Sep 2022 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>podcasts@blacklove.com (Melanie Fiona, Ashley Chea, Codie Elaine Oliver, Felicia La Tour)</author>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Melanie Fiona is back in tha MF building just in time for the start of the school year! Mamas! Ladies! All you people listening! How are your mornings holding up? The Mamas Den group chat is a whole situation. These children have us unable to keep a single schedule.  This is especially true when trying to get out of the house in the mornings! It's like these children just stay late. Luckily, Ashley and Felicia have some tips they have learned to help keep a routine, and what they do when their children don't want to cooperate with them (cause these kids!)</p><p>========</p><p>Mamas! Our friends at <a href="https://www.proudly.com/collections/shop-all" target="_blank"><strong>PROUDLY</strong></a> have a special deal for you! Make sure you head over to proudly.com, spend at least $50 and use promo code <i><strong>BLACKLOVE</strong></i> to save %20 (excluding subscriptions)! Shoutout to <a href="https://www.proudly.com/collections/shop-all"><strong>PROUDLY</strong></a> for looking out for our melanated babies! </p><p>========</p><p>If you have a question for the Mamas?<a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdDGVTXYCVuCo2syuo9Mf1dYtcuOs5BdRfdoO3-N0zt_V8Qug/viewform?usp=sf_link"> Let us know so we can answer it in a future episode!</a></p><p>Make sure you're connecting with our Mamas!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>Black Love is Forever! While the series has taken its final bow you can still find all things Black Love on the <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/9a666399-9d57-4e6c-9457-e7b0bffc34bd/blacklove.com/app">Black Love+ app</a> This includes rewatching all your favorite episodes of <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/blacklovedoc/">#BlackLoveDoc</a>. catching our original series Couch Conversations and Men's Roundtable, or find your new favorite podcasts on the Black Love Podcast Network! </p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Gentle parenting, conscious parenting, patient parenting... we've all heard the terms but honestly, we're not too sure what the difference is. We just know that we're out here trying to break those generational traumatic bonds that we had to deal with growing up. We know a lot of y'all have been asking us about gentle parenting and where to start so we brought in our gentle parenting expert Charisse Sims! Charisse is an educator, PBS Early Learning Champion, and a mama of six so she knows a thing or two about raising kids. Charisse is all about conscious parenting, and if you don't know what that is, her podcast <a href="https://parenting-for-the-culture.simplecast.com/"><i><strong>Parenting for the Culture</strong></i></a> is a good place to start! The Mamas and Charisse get into what exactly gentle parenting is, how we can set boundaries with our children, and how we ALL struggle with trying to do better than our parents did it. </p><p>========</p><p>Mamas! Our friends at <a href="https://www.proudly.com/collections/shop-all" target="_blank"><strong>PROUDLY</strong></a> have a special deal for you! Make sure you head over to proudly.com, spend at least $50 and use promo code <i><strong>BLACKLOVE</strong></i> to save %20 (excluding subscriptions)! Shoutout to <a href="https://www.proudly.com/collections/shop-all"><strong>PROUDLY</strong></a> for looking out for our melanated babies! </p><p>========</p><p>If you have a question for the Mamas?<a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdDGVTXYCVuCo2syuo9Mf1dYtcuOs5BdRfdoO3-N0zt_V8Qug/viewform?usp=sf_link"> Let us know so we can answer it in a future episode!</a></p><p>Make sure you're connecting with our Mamas!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>Black Love is Forever! While the series has taken its final bow you can still find all things Black Love on the <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/9a666399-9d57-4e6c-9457-e7b0bffc34bd/blacklove.com/app">Black Love+ app</a> This includes rewatching all your favorite episodes of <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/blacklovedoc/">#BlackLoveDoc</a>. catching our original series Couch Conversations and Men's Roundtable, or find your new favorite podcasts on the Black Love Podcast Network! </p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 12 Sep 2022 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Mamas, Aunties, and all of yall listening, today the Mamas (sans Melanie who is out being a rockstar) are answering some of your questions! Shanna in Sandy Springs GA needs to know how to not feel overwhelmed doing all the things, Leah in Tupelo MS speaks for all of us wondering why Black Love Doc has to come to an end, plus Kim in Brooklyn is wondering about gentle parenting! (Psst you should def listen to our sis Charisse over at <a href="https://parenting-for-the-culture.simplecast.com/">Parenting for the Culture</a>)  </p><p>If you have a question for the Mamas?<a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdDGVTXYCVuCo2syuo9Mf1dYtcuOs5BdRfdoO3-N0zt_V8Qug/viewform?usp=sf_link"> Let us know so we can answer it in a future episode!</a></p><p>Make sure you're connecting with our Mamas!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>Black Love is Forever! While the series has taken its final bow you can still find all things Black Love on the <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/9a666399-9d57-4e6c-9457-e7b0bffc34bd/blacklove.com/app">Black Love+ app</a> This includes rewatching all your favorite episodes of <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/blacklovedoc/">#BlackLoveDoc</a>. catching our original series Couch Conversations and Men's Roundtable, or find your new favorite podcasts on the Black Love Podcast Network! </p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 29 Aug 2022 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>podcasts@blacklove.com (Codie Elaine Oliver, Ashley Chea, Felicia La Tour)</author>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Mamas, Aunties, and all of yall listening, today the Mamas (sans Melanie who is out being a rockstar) are answering some of your questions! Shanna in Sandy Springs GA needs to know how to not feel overwhelmed doing all the things, Leah in Tupelo MS speaks for all of us wondering why Black Love Doc has to come to an end, plus Kim in Brooklyn is wondering about gentle parenting! (Psst you should def listen to our sis Charisse over at <a href="https://parenting-for-the-culture.simplecast.com/">Parenting for the Culture</a>)  </p><p>If you have a question for the Mamas?<a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdDGVTXYCVuCo2syuo9Mf1dYtcuOs5BdRfdoO3-N0zt_V8Qug/viewform?usp=sf_link"> Let us know so we can answer it in a future episode!</a></p><p>Make sure you're connecting with our Mamas!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>Black Love is Forever! While the series has taken its final bow you can still find all things Black Love on the <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/9a666399-9d57-4e6c-9457-e7b0bffc34bd/blacklove.com/app">Black Love+ app</a> This includes rewatching all your favorite episodes of <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/blacklovedoc/">#BlackLoveDoc</a>. catching our original series Couch Conversations and Men's Roundtable, or find your new favorite podcasts on the Black Love Podcast Network! </p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Okay y'all we have to give Codie her flowers for a minute... did you all catch this past episode of Black Love Doc? If not, get yourself over to the <a href="https://blacklove.com/app/" target="_blank">Black Love+ App</a> (it's free!) and watch it cause it had us all in our Mama feelings. It was all about the HARD things about parenting that often just don't get talked about. Codie and Tommy's story about her own baby's name, to what to do when our children don't turn out to be who we thought they were going to be... whew! It's a whole lot of hard conversations happening today, because being a parent is hard. </p><p>If you have a question for the Mamas?<a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdDGVTXYCVuCo2syuo9Mf1dYtcuOs5BdRfdoO3-N0zt_V8Qug/viewform?usp=sf_link"> Let us know so we can answer it in a future episode! </a> Or send us an email at podcasts@blacklove.com</p><p>Make sure you connect with our Mamas</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>This month the groundbreaking series Black Love Doc is back for one final season. Black Love means the world to us and we are honored that so many couples have so vulnerably shared their highs and lows and lessons with us so we can bring them to you. Make sure you join us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/OWNtv/">@OWNtv</a> and on the <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/9a666399-9d57-4e6c-9457-e7b0bffc34bd/blacklove.com/app">Black Love+ app</a> every Saturday to celebrate and say goodbye to <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/blacklovedoc/">#BlackLoveDoc</a>.</p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 22 Aug 2022 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Hey Mamas! Before You get too excited, we're going into the vault today for a NEVER BEFORE heard episode from the early days before Ashley and Melanie had officially announced their pregnancies. Listen in to a very real conversation about the anxiousness of being pregnant again, and what they wanted to do this round. Plus take a listen to That Newborn Life and see how much what they hoped would line up with what actually happened.</p><p>If you have a question for the Mamas?<a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdDGVTXYCVuCo2syuo9Mf1dYtcuOs5BdRfdoO3-N0zt_V8Qug/viewform?usp=sf_link"> Let us know so we can answer it in a future episode! </a> Or send us an email at podcasts@blacklove.com</p><p>Make sure you connect with our Mamas</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>This month the groundbreaking series Black Love Doc is back for one final season. Black Love means the world to us and we are honored that so many couples have so vulnerably shared their highs and lows and lessons with us so we can bring them to you. Make sure you join us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/OWNtv/">@OWNtv</a> and on the <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/9a666399-9d57-4e6c-9457-e7b0bffc34bd/blacklove.com/app">Black Love+ app</a> every Saturday  to celebrate and say goodbye to <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/blacklovedoc/">#BlackLoveDoc</a>.</p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 15 Aug 2022 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>podcasts@blacklove.com (Melanie Fiona, Ashley Chea, Felicia La Tour)</author>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Hey Mamas! Before You get too excited, we're going into the vault today for a NEVER BEFORE heard episode from the early days before Ashley and Melanie had officially announced their pregnancies. Listen in to a very real conversation about the anxiousness of being pregnant again, and what they wanted to do this round. Plus take a listen to That Newborn Life and see how much what they hoped would line up with what actually happened.</p><p>If you have a question for the Mamas?<a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdDGVTXYCVuCo2syuo9Mf1dYtcuOs5BdRfdoO3-N0zt_V8Qug/viewform?usp=sf_link"> Let us know so we can answer it in a future episode! </a> Or send us an email at podcasts@blacklove.com</p><p>Make sure you connect with our Mamas</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>This month the groundbreaking series Black Love Doc is back for one final season. Black Love means the world to us and we are honored that so many couples have so vulnerably shared their highs and lows and lessons with us so we can bring them to you. Make sure you join us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/OWNtv/">@OWNtv</a> and on the <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/9a666399-9d57-4e6c-9457-e7b0bffc34bd/blacklove.com/app">Black Love+ app</a> every Saturday  to celebrate and say goodbye to <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/blacklovedoc/">#BlackLoveDoc</a>.</p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 8 Aug 2022 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>podcasts@blacklove.com (Ashley Chea, Felicia La Tour, Codie Elaine Oliver, Melanie Fiona)</author>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Ladies! Ashley's oldest is setting boundaries with her presence on her socials! And look, we all know it's a delicate line choosing what to and not to share. So much of how we communicate and build our brands are tied into sharing pieces of ourselves like here on the podcast! But not everyone comes into these spaces with good intentions. Listen in as the Mamas share their thoughts about all things social media and what they do to help keep the balance in their lives!</p><p>If you have a question for the Mamas?<a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdDGVTXYCVuCo2syuo9Mf1dYtcuOs5BdRfdoO3-N0zt_V8Qug/viewform?usp=sf_link"> Let us know so we can answer it in a future episode! </a> Or send us an email at podcasts@blacklove.com</p><p>Ladies! Whats's your social media policy with your kids?</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>This month the groundbreaking series Black Love Doc is back for one final season. Black Love means the world to us and we are honored that so many couples have so vulnerably shared their highs and lows and lessons with us so we can bring them to you. Make sure you join us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/OWNtv/">@OWNtv</a> and on the <a href="blacklove.com/app">Black Love+ app</a> every Saturday  to celebrate and say goodbye to <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/blacklovedoc/">#BlackLoveDoc</a>.</p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Y'all, Ashley needs therapy. Actually, we all need therapy. Listen in as Ashley breaks down what's been keeping her out of therapy, what the other Mamas love about therapy, and why we should ALL be talking to somebody. </p><p> </p><p>If you have a question for the Mamas?<a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdDGVTXYCVuCo2syuo9Mf1dYtcuOs5BdRfdoO3-N0zt_V8Qug/viewform?usp=sf_link"> Let us know so we can answer it in a future episode! </a> Or send us an email at podcasts@blacklove.com</p><p>Ladies! Are you for or against therapy? Let the Mamas know!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>This month the groundbreaking series Black Love Doc is back for one final season. Black Love means the world to us and we are honored that so many couples have so vulnerably shared their highs and lows and lessons with us so we can bring them to you. Make sure you join us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/OWNtv/">@OWNtv</a> and on the Black Love+ app every Saturday  to celebrate and say goodbye to <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/blacklovedoc/">#BlackLoveDoc</a>.</p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 1 Aug 2022 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>podcasts@blacklove.com (Ashley Chea, Melanie Fiona, Codie Elaine Oliver, Felicia La Tour)</author>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Y'all, Ashley needs therapy. Actually, we all need therapy. Listen in as Ashley breaks down what's been keeping her out of therapy, what the other Mamas love about therapy, and why we should ALL be talking to somebody. </p><p> </p><p>If you have a question for the Mamas?<a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdDGVTXYCVuCo2syuo9Mf1dYtcuOs5BdRfdoO3-N0zt_V8Qug/viewform?usp=sf_link"> Let us know so we can answer it in a future episode! </a> Or send us an email at podcasts@blacklove.com</p><p>Ladies! Are you for or against therapy? Let the Mamas know!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>This month the groundbreaking series Black Love Doc is back for one final season. Black Love means the world to us and we are honored that so many couples have so vulnerably shared their highs and lows and lessons with us so we can bring them to you. Make sure you join us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/OWNtv/">@OWNtv</a> and on the Black Love+ app every Saturday  to celebrate and say goodbye to <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/blacklovedoc/">#BlackLoveDoc</a>.</p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Codie's back y'all! It's been a minute but she is back with stories to tell. It wasn't just one thing that kept her away from chatting with the Mamas. It was ALL the things. How do we continue going in moments where everything seems to be changing? The Mamas also get into the <i>Final Season</i> of Black Love Doc. Codie shares why it's coming to an end plus what else might be coming down the line.  Also, somewhere there's a chat about word pronunciations that we promise gets back on track. </p><p> </p><p>If you have a question for the Mamas?<a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdDGVTXYCVuCo2syuo9Mf1dYtcuOs5BdRfdoO3-N0zt_V8Qug/viewform?usp=sf_link"> Let us know so we can answer it in a future episode! </a> Or send us an email at podcasts@blacklove.com</p><p>Ladies! What's in transition for you at this moment? Let the Mamas know!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p> </p><p>======</p><p>This month the groundbreaking series Black Love Doc is back for one final season. Black Love means the world to us and we are honored that so many couples have so vulnerably shared their highs and lows and lessons with us so we can bring them to you. Make sure you join us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/OWNtv/">@OWNtv</a> and on the Black Love+ app every Saturday  to celebrate and say goodbye to <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/blacklovedoc/">#BlackLoveDoc</a>.</p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 25 Jul 2022 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>podcasts@blacklove.com (Felicia La Tour, Codie Elaine Oliver, Ashley Chea, Melanie Fiona)</author>
      <link>https://the-mamas-den.simplecast.com/episodes/living-in-transition-iuN7SxLn</link>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Codie's back y'all! It's been a minute but she is back with stories to tell. It wasn't just one thing that kept her away from chatting with the Mamas. It was ALL the things. How do we continue going in moments where everything seems to be changing? The Mamas also get into the <i>Final Season</i> of Black Love Doc. Codie shares why it's coming to an end plus what else might be coming down the line.  Also, somewhere there's a chat about word pronunciations that we promise gets back on track. </p><p> </p><p>If you have a question for the Mamas?<a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdDGVTXYCVuCo2syuo9Mf1dYtcuOs5BdRfdoO3-N0zt_V8Qug/viewform?usp=sf_link"> Let us know so we can answer it in a future episode! </a> Or send us an email at podcasts@blacklove.com</p><p>Ladies! What's in transition for you at this moment? Let the Mamas know!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p> </p><p>======</p><p>This month the groundbreaking series Black Love Doc is back for one final season. Black Love means the world to us and we are honored that so many couples have so vulnerably shared their highs and lows and lessons with us so we can bring them to you. Make sure you join us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/OWNtv/">@OWNtv</a> and on the Black Love+ app every Saturday  to celebrate and say goodbye to <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/blacklovedoc/">#BlackLoveDoc</a>.</p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Mamas, Aunties and all of yall listening, today the Mamas (sans Codie who IS coming back we promise!) are answering some of your questions! Ebony in the ATL has a  bone to pick with Ashley, Briana in North LA County has some shout outs (and has the ladies wondering where North LA County is), plus Jamelia in Dallas needs some help from Felicia! Also, some how the ladies start a conversation about finances! If you have a question for the Mamas?<a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdDGVTXYCVuCo2syuo9Mf1dYtcuOs5BdRfdoO3-N0zt_V8Qug/viewform?usp=sf_link"> Let us know so we can answer it in a future episode!</a></p><p>Ladies! It's time to love this season of our lives. Let us know what you're doing to celebrate yourself!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>This month the groundbreaking series Black Love Doc is back for one final season. Black Love means the world to us and we are honored that so many couples have so vulnerably shared their highs and lows and lessons with us so we can bring them to you. Make sure you join us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/OWNtv/">@OWNtv</a> on July 23rd at 10p/9c and the next day on the Black Love+ app to celebrate and say goodbye to <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/blacklovedoc/">#BlackLoveDoc</a>.</p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 18 Jul 2022 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>It's Melanie Fiona's 40th birthday!! [insert party horn] OR, it was last week which has the ladies talking about the next Act of their lives. Learning to celebrate and love where you are now is a whole word. What are the ladies looking forward to in Act II and what are a few hang ups that keep us from loving where we're at? </p><p>Ladies! It's time to love this season of our lives. Let us know what you're doing to celebrate yourself!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>Have a question for the Mamas?<a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdDGVTXYCVuCo2syuo9Mf1dYtcuOs5BdRfdoO3-N0zt_V8Qug/viewform?usp=sf_link"> Let us know so we can answer it in a future episode!</a></p><p>========</p><p>This month the groundbreaking series Black Love Doc is back for one final season. Black Love means the world to us and we are honored that so many couples have so vulnerably shared their highs and lows and lessons with us so we can bring them to you. Make sure you join us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/OWNtv/">@OWNtv</a> on July 23rd at 10p/9c and the next day on the Black Love+ app to celebrate and say goodbye to <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/blacklovedoc/">#BlackLoveDoc</a>.</p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>It's Melanie Fiona's 40th birthday!! [insert party horn] OR, it was last week which has the ladies talking about the next Act of their lives. Learning to celebrate and love where you are now is a whole word. What are the ladies looking forward to in Act II and what are a few hang ups that keep us from loving where we're at? </p><p>Ladies! It's time to love this season of our lives. Let us know what you're doing to celebrate yourself!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>Have a question for the Mamas?<a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdDGVTXYCVuCo2syuo9Mf1dYtcuOs5BdRfdoO3-N0zt_V8Qug/viewform?usp=sf_link"> Let us know so we can answer it in a future episode!</a></p><p>========</p><p>This month the groundbreaking series Black Love Doc is back for one final season. Black Love means the world to us and we are honored that so many couples have so vulnerably shared their highs and lows and lessons with us so we can bring them to you. Make sure you join us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/OWNtv/">@OWNtv</a> on July 23rd at 10p/9c and the next day on the Black Love+ app to celebrate and say goodbye to <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/blacklovedoc/">#BlackLoveDoc</a>.</p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Alright ladies! It's summertime and our Mamas are glowing! But truth be told, it isn't easy learning to love and celebrate yourself even if your homegirls are cheering you on. This week the Mamas discuss learning to love their bodies at where they're at now, and the struggles they've had along the way. Plus, we all know just how social media and filters make it real hard to figure out what's real and what's not real. </p><p>Ladies! It's time to love your bodies. Let us know what you're doing to celebrate yourself!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>Have a question for the Mamas?<a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdDGVTXYCVuCo2syuo9Mf1dYtcuOs5BdRfdoO3-N0zt_V8Qug/viewform?usp=sf_link"> Let us know so we can answer it in a future episode!</a></p><p>========</p><p>This July the groundbreaking series Black Love Doc is back for one final season. Black Love means the world to us and we are honored that so many couples have so vulnerably shared their highs and lows and lessons with us so we can bring them to you. Make sure you join us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/OWNtv/">@OWNtv</a> on July 23rd at 10p/9c to celebrate and say goodbye to <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/blacklovedoc/">#BlackLoveDoc</a>.</p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 27 Jun 2022 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Alright ladies! It's summertime and our Mamas are glowing! But truth be told, it isn't easy learning to love and celebrate yourself even if your homegirls are cheering you on. This week the Mamas discuss learning to love their bodies at where they're at now, and the struggles they've had along the way. Plus, we all know just how social media and filters make it real hard to figure out what's real and what's not real. </p><p>Ladies! It's time to love your bodies. Let us know what you're doing to celebrate yourself!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>Have a question for the Mamas?<a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdDGVTXYCVuCo2syuo9Mf1dYtcuOs5BdRfdoO3-N0zt_V8Qug/viewform?usp=sf_link"> Let us know so we can answer it in a future episode!</a></p><p>========</p><p>This July the groundbreaking series Black Love Doc is back for one final season. Black Love means the world to us and we are honored that so many couples have so vulnerably shared their highs and lows and lessons with us so we can bring them to you. Make sure you join us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/OWNtv/">@OWNtv</a> on July 23rd at 10p/9c to celebrate and say goodbye to <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/blacklovedoc/">#BlackLoveDoc</a>.</p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 20 Jun 2022 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Never Have I Ever.... This week the Mamas play a round of <i>Never Have I Ever </i>parents edition, and we find out some things along the way. Have you ever let your kids pee outside? Cursed around your kids? Listen in to hear just what the Mamas have and have not done.</p><p>Were you playing along? Connect with the Mamas and let us know your never have you evers.</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>Have a question for the Mamas?<a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdDGVTXYCVuCo2syuo9Mf1dYtcuOs5BdRfdoO3-N0zt_V8Qug/viewform?usp=sf_link"> Let us know so we can answer it in a future episode!</a></p><p>========</p><p>Looking for more podcasts to listen to? The Black Love Podcast Network is the premier home for authentically Black conversations, and the best place to find all of them is on  <a href="https://www.blackloveapp.live/download-app"><i><strong>Black Love+</strong></i></a>  . Black Love+ is the premier destination for all things Black Love. Download it today from your favorite app store and join in on the conversation!</p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 13 Jun 2022 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>podcasts@blacklove.com (Codie Elaine Oliver, Melanie Fiona, Felicia LaTour, Ashley Chea)</author>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Never Have I Ever.... This week the Mamas play a round of <i>Never Have I Ever </i>parents edition, and we find out some things along the way. Have you ever let your kids pee outside? Cursed around your kids? Listen in to hear just what the Mamas have and have not done.</p><p>Were you playing along? Connect with the Mamas and let us know your never have you evers.</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>Have a question for the Mamas?<a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdDGVTXYCVuCo2syuo9Mf1dYtcuOs5BdRfdoO3-N0zt_V8Qug/viewform?usp=sf_link"> Let us know so we can answer it in a future episode!</a></p><p>========</p><p>Looking for more podcasts to listen to? The Black Love Podcast Network is the premier home for authentically Black conversations, and the best place to find all of them is on  <a href="https://www.blackloveapp.live/download-app"><i><strong>Black Love+</strong></i></a>  . Black Love+ is the premier destination for all things Black Love. Download it today from your favorite app store and join in on the conversation!</p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>CW: Suicide, Depression</p><p>This episode of The Mama's Den deals with postpartum depression and suicide. If these are triggers for you, we encourage you to go back and listen to one of your favorite episodes. </p><p>If you are struggling with postpartum depression, there is help.  Call the PSI HelpLine: 1-800-944-4773 or Text “Help” to 800-944-4773 (EN).</p><p>If you are in crisis, call your local emergency number or the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255).</p><p>--------</p><p>1/2 of our Mamas (Ashley & Melanie) are once again living that newborn life. From the late nights/early mornings to the new routines, and juggling having more than one little human who needs care it's been a lot. Listen in as our Newborn Mamas share what it's like for them right now, plus all the Mamas share what their experiences with newborns were like. This conversation gets raw and real. Please take heed of the content warnings! </p><p>Time to check in Mamas. How are y'all doing? Connect with the Mamas and let us know.</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>Have a question for the Mamas?<a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdDGVTXYCVuCo2syuo9Mf1dYtcuOs5BdRfdoO3-N0zt_V8Qug/viewform?usp=sf_link"> Let us know so we can answer it in a future episode!</a></p><p>========</p><p>Looking for more podcasts to listen to? The Black Love Podcast Network is the premier home for authentically Black conversations, and the best place to find all of them is on  <a href="https://www.blackloveapp.live/download-app"><i><strong>Black Love+</strong></i></a>  . Black Love+ is the premier destination for all things Black Love. Download it today from your favorite app store and join in on the conversation!</p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 6 Jun 2022 16:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>podcasts@blacklove.com (Codie Elaine Oliver, Ashley Chea, Melanie Fiona, Felicia La Tour)</author>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>CW: Suicide, Depression</p><p>This episode of The Mama's Den deals with postpartum depression and suicide. If these are triggers for you, we encourage you to go back and listen to one of your favorite episodes. </p><p>If you are struggling with postpartum depression, there is help.  Call the PSI HelpLine: 1-800-944-4773 or Text “Help” to 800-944-4773 (EN).</p><p>If you are in crisis, call your local emergency number or the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255).</p><p>--------</p><p>1/2 of our Mamas (Ashley & Melanie) are once again living that newborn life. From the late nights/early mornings to the new routines, and juggling having more than one little human who needs care it's been a lot. Listen in as our Newborn Mamas share what it's like for them right now, plus all the Mamas share what their experiences with newborns were like. This conversation gets raw and real. Please take heed of the content warnings! </p><p>Time to check in Mamas. How are y'all doing? Connect with the Mamas and let us know.</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>Have a question for the Mamas?<a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdDGVTXYCVuCo2syuo9Mf1dYtcuOs5BdRfdoO3-N0zt_V8Qug/viewform?usp=sf_link"> Let us know so we can answer it in a future episode!</a></p><p>========</p><p>Looking for more podcasts to listen to? The Black Love Podcast Network is the premier home for authentically Black conversations, and the best place to find all of them is on  <a href="https://www.blackloveapp.live/download-app"><i><strong>Black Love+</strong></i></a>  . Black Love+ is the premier destination for all things Black Love. Download it today from your favorite app store and join in on the conversation!</p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 30 May 2022 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This past week has been awful. It's been really, really awful. So much so that the Mamas don't even really know where to begin this conversation. With the mass shooting in Uvalde just 10 days after the shooting in Buffalo, it sometimes feels like it all is too much. Listen in as the Mamas share what they have on their minds about the state of things, and what very real fears they share for their own families. Plus, what have they been sharing (or not sharing) with their own children? This conversation is to serve as a check-in for all Mamas.</p><p>Time to check in Mamas. How are y'all doing? Connect with the Mamas and let us know.</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>Have a question for the Mamas?<a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdDGVTXYCVuCo2syuo9Mf1dYtcuOs5BdRfdoO3-N0zt_V8Qug/viewform?usp=sf_link"> Let us know so we can answer it in a future episode!</a></p><p>========</p><p>Season 3 of Couch Conversations is HERE and it's featuring your favorite Auntie and Uncle, Tabitha and Chance Brown! The only place to watch it <strong>RIGHT NOW</strong> is on  <a href="https://www.blackloveapp.live/download-app"><i><strong>Black Love+</strong></i></a>  . Black Love+ is the premier destination for all things Black Love. Download it today from your favorite app store and join in on the conversation!</p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>How do you talk to your kids about racism? There's no one answer, and every conversation is different. In this episode,  the Mamas share whether they have discussed the White supremacist mass shooting in Buffalo with their children. Plus, what are the expectations of schools to educate our kids around not only this event, but around racism as a whole? This is a conversation that everyone needs to hear as the Mamas get real about the challenges they have faced while trying to protect and educate their kids.</p><p>Have you talked to your kids about racism? Let the Mamas know!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>Have a question for the Mamas?<a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdDGVTXYCVuCo2syuo9Mf1dYtcuOs5BdRfdoO3-N0zt_V8Qug/viewform?usp=sf_link"> Let us know so we can answer it in a future episode!</a></p><p>========</p><p>Season 3 of Couch Conversations is HERE and it's featuring your favorite Auntie and Uncle, Tabitha and Chance Brown! The only place to watch it <strong>RIGHT NOW</strong> is on  <a href="https://www.blackloveapp.live/download-app"><i><strong>Black Love+</strong></i></a>  . Black Love+ is the premier destination for all things Black Love. Download it today from your favorite app store and join in on the conversation!</p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 23 May 2022 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>How do you talk to your kids about racism? There's no one answer, and every conversation is different. In this episode,  the Mamas share whether they have discussed the White supremacist mass shooting in Buffalo with their children. Plus, what are the expectations of schools to educate our kids around not only this event, but around racism as a whole? This is a conversation that everyone needs to hear as the Mamas get real about the challenges they have faced while trying to protect and educate their kids.</p><p>Have you talked to your kids about racism? Let the Mamas know!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>Have a question for the Mamas?<a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdDGVTXYCVuCo2syuo9Mf1dYtcuOs5BdRfdoO3-N0zt_V8Qug/viewform?usp=sf_link"> Let us know so we can answer it in a future episode!</a></p><p>========</p><p>Season 3 of Couch Conversations is HERE and it's featuring your favorite Auntie and Uncle, Tabitha and Chance Brown! The only place to watch it <strong>RIGHT NOW</strong> is on  <a href="https://www.blackloveapp.live/download-app"><i><strong>Black Love+</strong></i></a>  . Black Love+ is the premier destination for all things Black Love. Download it today from your favorite app store and join in on the conversation!</p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 9 May 2022 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>podcasts@blacklove.com (Codie Elaine Oliver, Felicia La Tour, Melanie Fiona, Ashley Chea)</author>
      <link>https://the-mamas-den.simplecast.com/episodes/mamas-day-DO69wvBQ</link>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Ladies! We're doing Mother's Day in the Den today! We know this is a day about celebrating all things motherhood, but look, sometimes the best gift is a day by ourselves! Listen in as the ladies share what their Mother's Days have looked like up to this point, what they all really want for mother's day, and what they do for their mothers. Plus we just might find out the best gift they've ever gotten in this celebration of mamas! </p><p>We wanna hear your Mother's Day traditions and best gifts! Reach out to one (or all) of the Mamas and let us know!</p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>Season 3 of Couch Conversations is HERE and it's featuring your favorite Auntie and Uncle, Tabitha and Chance Brown! The only place to watch it <strong>RIGHT NOW</strong> is on  <a href="https://www.blackloveapp.live/download-app"><i><strong>Black Love+</strong></i></a>  . Black Love+ is the premier destination for all things Black Love. Download it today from your favorite app store and join in on the conversation!</p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 2 May 2022 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>podcasts@blacklove.com (Melanie Fiona, Codie Elaine Oliver, Felicia La Tour, Ashley Chea)</author>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Y'all Felicia has some questions for the married folks! The dating game can be a whole situation, especially when you know exactly what you're looking for in a partner. How did the Mamas know that the men they're with now was the one? What speed bumps have come up along the way, and what do they think about the journey that got them to now? Is there a time frame? The Mamas are here to share their journeys to the one and what they found that they needed in a partner.</p><p>Make sure you tell the Mamas what you think! </p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>Season 3 of Couch Conversations is HERE and it's featuring your favorite Auntie and Uncle, Tabitha and Chance Brown! The only place to watch it <strong>RIGHT NOW</strong> is on  <a href="https://www.blackloveapp.live/download-app"><i><strong>Black Love+</strong></i></a>  . Black Love+ is the premier destination for all things Black Love. Download it today from your favorite app store and join in on the conversation!</p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 25 Apr 2022 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Let's talk about joy. Happiness is often overlooked by the busyness of life, and today the Mamas (sans Codie) reflect on what joy looks like to them. How has it changed with time, and how can one maintain peace along the journey. </p><p>Make sure you tell the Mamas what you think! </p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>Season 3 of Couch Conversations is HERE and it's featuring your favorite Auntie and Uncle, Tabitha and Chance Brown! The only place to watch it <strong>RIGHT NOW</strong> is on  <a href="https://www.blackloveapp.live/download-app"><i><strong>Black Love+</strong></i></a>  . Black Love+ is the premier destination for all things Black Love. Download it today from your favorite app store and join in on the conversation!</p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 18 Apr 2022 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>podcasts@blacklove.com (Ashley Chea, Felicia La Tour, Melanie Fiona, Codie Elaine Oliver)</author>
      <link>https://the-mamas-den.simplecast.com/episodes/its-never-too-late-8YuXw8Yi</link>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Are we all happy with where we are? Oftentimes we find ourselves reflecting on everything we have done and find ourselves in a loop of “we haven’t done enough”. But let’s get real ladies, sometimes getting up in the morning <i>is</i> the accomplishment. It's easy to fall into the trap of believing that we should be further than where we are right now OR that it's too late to accomplish all the things and dreams we've had. Today the Mamas share not only what they accomplished, but what they had hoped to have done at this point in their lives. </p><p>Make sure you tell the Mamas what you think! </p><p>Ashley - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/watermeloneggrolls">@watermeloneggrolls</a></p><p>Codie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/codieco">@codieco</a></p><p>Felicia - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/felicialatour">@felicialatour</a></p><p>Melanie - <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/ac1085d0-7744-4dbb-bdf9-0154026f8f8e/shows/c8b70fab-9fea-49a9-8a75-5efdf1ffa9ad/episodes/e5cdec4b-9f98-4a29-a819-63fc1d5b027c/www.instagram.com/melaniefiona">@melaniefiona</a></p><p>========</p><p>Season 3 of Couch Conversations is HERE and it's featuring your favorite Auntie and Uncle, Tabitha and Chance Brown! The only place to watch it <strong>RIGHT NOW</strong> is on  <a href="https://www.blackloveapp.live/download-app"><i><strong>Black Love+</strong></i></a>  . Black Love+ is the premier destination for all things Black Love. Download it today from your favorite app store and join in on the conversation!</p><p>Connect with us:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/blacklove/">@blacklove</a> on Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/blacklovedoc" target="_blank">@blacklovedoc</a> on Facebook</p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/blacklovedoc">@blacklovedoc</a> on Twitter</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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