Episode 190: Empowering Special Needs Families & Caregivers with Shari Bailey and Michael Nash
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Host Shanera Williamson talks with Maryland couple Shari Bailey and Michael Nash about their personal journey of parenting twins with very different lived experiences. One daughter was born with Jacobson Syndrome and the other was not. Together, this couple leverages their professional skills to create products and solutions to help other special needs families. Connect with Zigglebee: , , Connect with Shanera and Brown Mama Bear: , , Make sure you share Brown Mama Bear with at least 3 friends so you have someone to talk with about these things.
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Episode 189: Celebrate Christmas Without Breaking The Bank with Reshell Smith
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Host Shanera Williamson talks with Certified Financial Planner Reshell Smith, the founder and CEO of AMES Financial Solutions, a firm that specifically helps women in transition maximize their wealth and build a family legacy. In this episode, Smith shares practical advise for having a financially responsible Christmas. During these difficult financial times, she’s the voice we need to help us make a plan and teach the next generation to manage money well. Connect with Reshell Smith and AMES Financial Solutions: , , , @reshellsmith Connect with Shanera and Brown...
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Episode 188: Organizing Your Life with Monee Williams
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Host Shanera Williamson talks with the founder and CEO of Time Managed, LLC, a full-service concierge and personal assistant business. As a wife, mom and graduate of Goldman Sachs’ One Million Black Women in Business program, Monee Williams shares her organizing secrets just in time for the holidays. Connect with Monee Williams and Time Managed LLC: , , Connect with Shanera and Brown Mama Bear: , , Make sure you share Brown Mama Bear with at least 3 friends so you have someone to talk with about these things.
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Episode 187: Celebrating HBCU Homecoming Season
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From Step Shows to Scholarship Galas, Homecoming at an HBCU is more than an event. It’s a whole vibe. Host Shanera Williamson takes a moment to honor the tradition and gives suggestions on how families can make the most of the traditions and legacy of HBCUs to foster appreciation for our history. Connect with Shanera and Brown Mama Bear: , , Make sure you share Brown Mama Bear with at least 3 friends so you have someone to talk with about these things.
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Episode 186: Black Boy Therapy with Nick Young
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Host Shanera Williamson talks with the co-creator of Black Boy Therapy, Nick Young. As a therapist, pastor and mental health advocate, Young helps parents and educators recognize and address indications of mental stress in black boys. Listen in for tips and encouragement on how you can help the young African American males in your life thrive. Connect with Nick Young and Black Boy Therapy: , , Connect with Shanera and Brown Mama Bear: , , Make sure you share Brown Mama Bear with at least 3 friends so you have someone to talk with about these things.
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Episode 185: Mother/Daughter Communication Made Simple with Lauren Williamson
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Host Shanera Williamson reveals the story behind her new Mother/Daughter journal. When daughter, Lauren, was a tween, Shanera wrote notes that eventually sparked a deeper connection for the pair. The new Brown Mama Bear Mother/Daughter Journal is a 90-Day experience intended to help other Mothers and Daughters communicate more effectively. The Journal will be available soon. To be the first to find out when it goes on sale, sign up for the waitlist at . Connect with Shanera and Brown Mama Bear: , , Make sure you share Brown Mama Bear with at least 3 friends so...
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Episode 184: BFFs, Mean Girls and Everything in Between
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Host Shanera Williamson talks about how to help children develop friendships that are reciprocal and healthy. In her relaxed style, this mom of 3 daughters shares some of her own story of helping her kids recognize positive friendship traits. In her no-nonsense approach, Shanera also helps you notice red flags that can signal toxic relationships may be brewing. Listen in and consider how you can help your kids navigate the world of friendships. Mentioned: Mean Girls Connect with Shanera and Brown Mama Bear: , , Make sure you share Brown Mama Bear with at...
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Episode 183: The Brown Mama Bear Journal: Connecting With Your Child Made Simple
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Host Shanera Williamson talks about one way to keep the lines of communication open with your kids. The Brown Mama Bear Journal is a new offering that will be available soon. Before it’s debut, Shanera gives listeners a sneak preview about how the journey can help you stay connected as your child goes through adolescence and beyond. Connect with Shanera and Brown Mama Bear: , , Make sure you share Brown Mama Bear with at least 3 friends so you have someone to talk with about these things.
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Episode 182: Building a Strong Identity with Guerlandy Honore
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In this conversation, Shanera Williamson and Guerlandy Honore discuss the critical role of identity in children's learning, the importance of parental involvement, and the creation of educational resources that reflect Black children's experiences. They explore how hair serves as a significant aspect of identity and how parents can proactively support their children's education, especially in predominantly white schools. Connect with Guerlandy Honore and HairitEd: , , Connect with Shanera and Brown Mama Bear: , , Make sure you share Brown Mama Bear with at least 3...
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Episode 181: A Formula To Watch
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Host Shanera Williamson looks at how our parenting is affected by current events. Today, she talks about the recent deployment of The National Guard in some of our cities creates an environment that can be unsafe for black people, specifically young black men and immigrants regardless of their immigration status. Mentioned: : Black History in Wilmington: Lessons from Lies, Murder and a Political Coup Connect with Shanera and Brown Mama Bear: , , Make sure you share Brown Mama Bear with at least 3 friends so you have someone to talk with about these things.
info_outlineHost Shanera Williamson looks at how our parenting is affected by current events. Today, she talks about the recent deployment of The National Guard in some of our cities creates an environment that can be unsafe for black people, specifically young black men and immigrants regardless of their immigration status.
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Brown Mama Bear podcast Episode 157: Black History in Wilmington: Lessons from Lies, Murder and a Political Coup
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