Join Aisha in this super-sized and enlightening episode which delves into the vibrant lives of expat single mothers. Through an engaging panel discussion, they explore the unique challenges and joys of parenting abroad, from the decision to move for a fresh start to the day-to-day experiences that shape their new lives in Mexico. Our panelists, including Key, Johna, and Pam, share their heartfelt stories and practical advice on navigating life away from the U.S., touching on topics like racism, community building, and the pursuit of a peaceful, fulfilling life for their children. Tune in to be inspired by these brave women who took the leap into expat motherhood, seeking a better quality of life and a community outside the US.

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In this episode, the host reflects on how becoming a parent has changed her life and discusses the challenges and joys of incorporating travel with kids. She shares a story about a trip to Sri Lanka that included a 16-hour layover in London, allowing her to meet a virtual friend, Nadine, and their children in person for the first time. Nadine also shares insights on the Windrush generation and its impact on her family. This episode highlights the importance of seizing opportunities to build meaningful connections and explores the sense of community within the Melanated Single Mother by Choice group.

In this episode, we have an enlightening conversation with Dr. Natasha, also known as the Medical Tourism RN. We dive deep into important topics surrounding reproductive health, fertility options, and the growing trend of medical and fertility tourism. From understanding a basic fertility workup to navigating international healthcare systems, we cover a wide variety of topics that are crucial for women, especially those in the Single Mother by Choice (SMC) community. Whether you're considering IVF, looking for cost-effective healthcare options abroad, or just want to understand your reproductive health better, this episode is packed with valuable information. Don't miss out—tune in to empower yourself with knowledge and make informed decisions about your fertility journey!

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In this episode, host Aisha interviews Regine, the founder of SMBC Resources. Regine shares her journey as a solo mother by choice, including the personal and societal challenges she overcame. She discusses her motivation for creating SMBC Resources, a central hub offering a directory of experts, guides, scholarships, and tools for solo moms or women wanting to embark on a solo motherhood journey. Regine emphasizes the importance of dismantling stereotypes around single parenting and the need for supportive communities. The episode covers various aspects of the journey, from the importance of understanding one's resources to the joy and challenges of solo parenting.

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In this episode, Aisha shares practical advice for single mothers traveling with children through a detailed recount of her family's 24-day trip to Sri Lanka. The episode captures snippets of their journey, featuring real-time reactions from her kids, tips for making the most of travel experiences, and the significance of cultural immersion. Aisha reflects on the challenges and joys of international travel with kids, from navigating long flights to embracing local cuisines and traditions. Highlights include their adventures in Colombo, Kandy, and Wellagama Bay, interactions with locals, and unique experiences like safaris and tea plantation visits.

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In this episode, we explore part two of building your Single Mother by Choice village. While part one focused on involving family members, here, we delve into expanding your support network within the global Single Mother by Choice community. You'll learn that connecting with just three to four like-minded single mothers by choice, who share your interests and may have kids of similar ages, can be invaluable. Aisha stresses the importance of relying on this community, especially when family support might not materialize as expected. She highlights how fellow single mothers by choice offer support at every stage of your journey, validate your unique family, and even help your children. Plus, stay tuned for tips on finding and connecting with your community in this vibrant space—it's a priceless resource!

In this episode, we explore the unexpected surprise one parent experiences when her 7 year old daughter starts talking about Teslas. We discuss how Tesla has become a topic of conversation on playgrounds and among children. We also learn that black children need to see more people driving electric cars, so we talk about one person’s efforts to make that happen in their own community. Finally, we are introduced to North Star, a geospatial intelligence platform that can help shape policies and practices related to pandemics, federal infrastructure plans, education investments and more.

We can also create environmental awareness within our homes, like through a garden where kids can learn about bees, insects, Monarch butterflies, and where food comes from. Lastly, North Star is an organization focused on using geographic data and geospatial intelligence for pandemic response, federal infrastructure plans, education investments, as well as ride-sharing apps like Uber.

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Aisha engages in aa funny, insightful and heartfelt conversation with her guest, Kimberly, about the challenges and strategies of dating as a Single Mother by Choice (SMC). Kimberly shares her personal journey of becoming an SMC, her experiences with the resilience needed to balance motherhood and dating, and detailed strategies for dating successfully. The episode emphasizes the importance of self-care, maintaining a support network, advocating for oneself, and dating intelligently and safely while managing the unique challenges faced by single mothers. Listeners gain practical advice on everything from preparing for dates, utilizing online dating, to maintaining enthusiasm and energy in the dating process. The episode also explores the importance of dating oneself and keeping a positive self-image.