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Sinking Heels of Motherhood

Sinking Heels of Motherhood

By Ericka Polanco Webb

Your voice of reason to give you the inspiration and motivation you need when you feel like your heels are SINKING IN MOTHERHOOD. This is real mom talk, advice and information, straight up, no chaser!
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Candid Conversations | Dr. Aumatma: Fertility - Holistically Speaking

Sinking Heels of MotherhoodMay 07, 2020

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Candid Conversations | Rob & Sarah Gardner - The Joovy Way

Candid Conversations | Rob & Sarah Gardner - The Joovy Way

Rob and Sarah Gardner are the creators and operators of the consumer product brand, Joovy. Joovy is known for their strollers and "move It" products that are for parents to use during and beyond stroller days. As enthusiasts of the outdoors, Sarah and Rob have a partnership with the National Park Foundation, using their products to promote awareness about endangered species. The husband and wife duo are also committed to using the sales to donate 200,000 dollars, in an effort to support the National Park and their preservation efforts. During this episode, the Gardners shared how the brand Joovy was conceptualized and more information about their products!


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Sep 17, 202129:54
Candid Conversations | Lindsay Rosenthal (The Pampered Parent)

Candid Conversations | Lindsay Rosenthal (The Pampered Parent)

Special Needs Moms are a small community of women who are sometimes nestled in a world of loneliness because their experiences as a mom are so unique and not as commonplace. Founder of @thepamperedparent subscription box, Lindsay Rosenthal, was able to pick up on those sentiments. Lindsay is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst who spends a lot of time around families of children with special needs, so she understood the need for moms to have something that made them feel good and encouraged. During this conversation, Lindsay shares information about the subscription box and its importance! Snag 15% off your box by using the code SINKINGHEELS.

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Aug 09, 202120:48
Candid Conversations | Jovana Mullins - Artistic Expression for The Disabilities Community Through Fashion

Candid Conversations | Jovana Mullins - Artistic Expression for The Disabilities Community Through Fashion

Jovana Mullins, founder of the fashion brand Ālivia, allowed her faith and heart to catapult her into a unique position in fashion. Jovana is no stranger to the fashion industry. She has had over a decade of experience in the industry and she allowed her experience and a faith calling to create opportunities for people with disabilities. The journey doesn't just stop with the fashion brand, check out this conversation. I hope this conversation is inspirational for parents who have children with special needs.

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Jul 22, 202125:37
Candid Conversations | Dr. Shannon Clark - Pelvic Girdle Pain (PGP) In Pregnancy
Jul 22, 202122:21
S2 EP. 2: Moving On And Headed To College

S2 EP. 2: Moving On And Headed To College

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Have you ever thought about the things that will change when your child heads off to college? Like how they absorb advice, how there will be a shift in household "to-do's" because your child was responsible for those tasks, and many other elements of what leaving the nest entails? I am diving into some of these changes, so get ready!
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Jul 19, 202110:07
S2. EP. 10: Tears On The Bathroom Floor - Motherhood Is A Journey
Jul 17, 202108:20
S2. EP. 9: Postpartum & Intimacy
Jul 17, 202110:11
S2. EP. 8: Making Strategic Money Decisions
Jul 17, 202109:12
S2. EP. 5: Construction Of A Plan - Coping With A Change Of Plans
Jul 17, 202109:40
S2. EP. 4: Black Maternal Health - How To Advocate For Yourself
Jul 17, 202111:13
S2. EP. 6: Raising Resilient Children
Jul 17, 202113:17
S2. EP. 7: Sitting In A Mess With The Serenity Prayer
Jul 17, 202110:02
S2. EP. 3: College Planning For The Future
Jul 17, 202112:45
S2 EP. 1: Cultivating Healthy Friendships
Jul 17, 202112:40
S2 Ep.BONUS: Special Needs Children Transitioning Into Adulthood
Jul 14, 202109:36
Candid Conversations | Children's Book Author Diana Mucci
Jan 26, 202121:15
Candid Conversations | Dr. Jennifer Lincoln, MD, IBCLC - Black Maternal Health

Candid Conversations | Dr. Jennifer Lincoln, MD, IBCLC - Black Maternal Health

Dr. Jennifer Lincoln, MD, IBCLC An OB Hospitalist, is an obstetrician whose sole focus is caring for pregnant women in the hospital. She is also a mom, medical writer, lactation consultant and married to medicine (her husband is a pediatrician). Recently, Dr. Lincoln's Tik Tok video went viral and about Black Maternal Health and it caught many by surprise. In this episode, we will chat about Black Maternal Health and some of the benefits of breastfeeding. 

* Please excuse my daughter's debut in the episode, motherhood is full of unexpected moments!

Jun 22, 202001:23:18
Candid Conversations | Poppy's Therapeutic Corner - How Black Adults Can Cope Through The Race Conversation

Candid Conversations | Poppy's Therapeutic Corner - How Black Adults Can Cope Through The Race Conversation

Mental Health Therapist, Leah Steverson of Poppy's Therapeutic Cornor located in Ohio, shares ways we can cope with how we are feeling in the midst of the Race Pandemic, and how love is a universal language that binds us together and can make us feel better.  

Poppy’s Therapeutic Corner, LLC is a private group practice located in Cincinnati and Dayton, Ohio, that is Black Owned and Operated. They are a safe corner in the world where clients are able to develop new coping skills, ways to handle conflict and hope for increased life satisfaction full of happiness and joy.

*Video Clip Source is via YouTube, watch the full clip here. Explicit due to language.

Jun 19, 202017:35
Candid Conversations | Aileen Kelleher - Helping Children Cope Through Change

Candid Conversations | Aileen Kelleher - Helping Children Cope Through Change

Aileen Kelleher is a Liscensed Clinical Social Worker in Chicago who specializes in helping children, teens, parents and families regain hope and joy in the midst of challenges.  With all of the changes that our children have experienced during this era of COVID and Race Conversations, Aileen shares tips on how to support our children during this time. 

Jun 19, 202018:34
Candid Conversations | Mike D - Black Film, A Tool To Educate & Empower

Candid Conversations | Mike D - Black Film, A Tool To Educate & Empower

Reelblack founder MIKE D. is a graduate of both NYU film School and The American Film Institute.  His 2008 short film, THE 13TH AMENDMENT played in several festivals and won the jury prize in CNN's inaugural IREPORT FILM FESTIVAL.  His 1989 NYU short, WHO IS CHRIS ROCK? went viral after being featured on Huffington Post and spawned a follow-up, LADIES AND GENTLEMEN, JORDAN ROCK in 2011.

Mike and I have a conversation about the importance of Black Film and his words of wisdom as we navigate the Race Pandemic. 

Jun 16, 202041:52
Candid Conversations | Dr. Tana Sessions - Working While Black

Candid Conversations | Dr. Tana Sessions - Working While Black

Dr. Tana M. Session is an award-winning International Speaker, Best-selling Author, and Certified Executive-level Performance Strategist. Her path to success was not an easy one, and started out with her being born into the New York City foster care system where she remained until she was 3 1/2 years old and reunited with her biological family. Dr. Tana M. Session holds PHR, GPHR and SHRM-SCP certifications and is WMBE certified. With over 25 years of Human Resources experience, she specializes in cultural engineering, facilitated experiences and leadership & organizational development.

In this episode, Dr. Tana will share strategies and a preview of her book, Working While Black: A Woman's Guide To Stop Being The Best Kept Secret. She will share how race plays an integral part in the success of Black woman and how we can lean in, to change those standards. 

Jun 12, 202021:45
Candid Conversations | Dr. Jalan Burton - Healthy Eating: A Revolutionary Act of Health & Wellness
Jun 11, 202041:38
Candid Conversations | Maya Washington - Minneapolis: The Epicenter Of The Race Pandemic

Candid Conversations | Maya Washington - Minneapolis: The Epicenter Of The Race Pandemic

Maya Washington has been a resident of Minnesota for most of her life, as her dad, was a Professional Football player for the Vikings. She’s a filmmaker, actress, writer, poet, creative director and arts educator. We are going to dive into a conversation centered around what is happening in Minneapolis during this Race Pandemic. Additionally, Maya shares personal experiences centered around race, and how it impacted her life.

Jun 10, 202054:35
Candid Conversations | Tiffany Hinton - Raising Biracial Children During The Race Pandemic

Candid Conversations | Tiffany Hinton - Raising Biracial Children During The Race Pandemic

Tiffany and I have a Candid Conversation about Race and how the Murder of George Floyd has impacted her household as a White woman, married to a Black man, with their three children in tow. 

Tiffany Hinton is a married mom of three children, the author of the #1 Amazon best -sellers, Gluten Free Mom Certified and Mom Certified Celebrates Heritage. She is also a Functional Medicine Certified Health Coach and Gluten-free lifestyle expert! She has been a featured expert on Fox News, The Morning Jam and in HuffPost.  She has written 15 cookbooks.

Jun 08, 202021:45
SPECIAL EDITION: Ericka Polanco Webb - "That Thing : Personal Accounts of Racism"

SPECIAL EDITION: Ericka Polanco Webb - "That Thing : Personal Accounts of Racism"

Racism has been present in this country for over 400 years, and the recent murder of George Floyd has ignited feelings of anger, despair, helplessness and fear. Today, I am sharing parts of my story of being a Black woman in America. 


Jun 03, 202007:23
Candid Conversations | Sheetal Patel - The Mom, The Designer
May 30, 202018:07
Candid Conversations | My Mom - Becoming A Grandmother At 37

Candid Conversations | My Mom - Becoming A Grandmother At 37

Becoming a grandmother at the age of 37 is tough. My mother was vulnerable and shared how she uncovered I had been sexually active and discovering I was pregnant. This is a conversation that took place via social media, hence the commentary that I shared throughout.  I hope this inspires you to be transparent about your journey. 

May 28, 202021:48
Candid Conversations | Jennifer Arnise - Prioritizing Yourself

Candid Conversations | Jennifer Arnise - Prioritizing Yourself

Jennifer Arnise is the author of "F*ck That Cape: The Grown Woman's Unapologetic Guide to Putting Herself First. She is also a  Spiritual Life Coach and entrepreneur who turned tragedy to triumph after surviving a traumatic and violent assault at the age of 17. 

May 28, 202034:34
Candid Conversations | Dr. Kiri-Ann Bridgewater - Vaginal Health, How Are You Doing Down There?

Candid Conversations | Dr. Kiri-Ann Bridgewater - Vaginal Health, How Are You Doing Down There?

Dr. Kiri-An Bridgewater is a consultant obstetrician and gynecologist working in Jamaica. She works in the Public Health care system where she gives back to the free health care system. During this conversation, we will talk about vaginal health and the importance of keeping our lady parts healthy even past childbearing years. 

May 23, 202018:17
Candid Conversations | Coco Davis - Lockdown, You Have No Idea
May 22, 202036:04
Candid Conversations | Dr. Genovia Holmes - Parental Stress Management

Candid Conversations | Dr. Genovia Holmes - Parental Stress Management

This one is for all the parents and caregivers, Dr. G. is discussing ways to manage parental stress, in particular during such a stressful time as the global COVID 19 Crisis. She is addressing the importance of putting  stress management knowledge and skills into practice as a means to model to your children how to manage their own stress, difficult emotions, and promoting their emotional intelligence. 


May 21, 202001:40:15
Candid Conversations | LaToiya Thomas - QUICK ROMANCE TIPS
May 14, 202011:29
Candid Conversations | Renelle Nelson - Intimacy

Candid Conversations | Renelle Nelson - Intimacy

Renelle E. Nelson is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist, and Infidelity Recovery Coach. Her passion is to assist clients with getting their sexual voice back and shattering sexual shame. In this episode, Renelle talks about intimacy and shares how we can ignite more intimacy by exploring the various levels of our own story. Grab your notebook and a glass of wine!

IF YOU HAVE YOUNGER CHILDREN, PLEASE LISTEN WITH HEADPHONES. THIS IS ADULT CONTENT.



May 12, 202041:38
Candid Conversations | Sherisa Rivera - My Story, My Journey

Candid Conversations | Sherisa Rivera - My Story, My Journey

Sherisa Rivera is an advocate for Black and Brown women and families experiencing recurrent pregnancy loss and/or infertility. She created Fertility in Colour while facing her own battle with recurrent miscarriages.

Her experiences and losses inspired her to use her voice to establish a space of belonging for women experiencing difficulty staying pregnant. Along with her husband Will, Sherisa is dedicated to fostering honest conversations around this seemingly invisible topic.

May 08, 202051:14
Candid Conversations | Dr. Aumatma: Fertility - Holistically Speaking

Candid Conversations | Dr. Aumatma: Fertility - Holistically Speaking

Are you interested in fertility options that are non - invasive and incorporates using natural methods to like, diet adjustments and health and mental wellness? I had a Candid Conversation about this topic with Dr. Aumatma, who is a Naturopathic Doctor who specializes solely on Fertility, Pregnancy, and Post-Partum. She is the best-selling author of "Fertility Secrets: What Your Doctor Didn't Tell You About Baby-Making," and is a sought out speaker on topics of Fertility, Women’s Health, and Women’s Empowerment.

Dr. Aumatma was also awarded the “Best Alternative Medicine Practitioner″ award; she consults with clients locally in the Bay Area and works virtually with clients all over the world.

May 07, 202053:27
EP. 10 Catch Up With Yourself

EP. 10 Catch Up With Yourself

With everything that is going on, we can feel as if we have left ourselves out of the equation. It's time we catch up with ourselves. Here are some ways we can make that happen!

Apr 18, 202010:22
EP. 9: Irritated With My Spouse

EP. 9: Irritated With My Spouse

Sometimes marriage can be tough. Tension can be tight and you can feel as if you are going to POP OFF! Here are some tips to help you process those feelings.

Apr 18, 202009:41
EP. 8: Creating A Sacred Space

EP. 8: Creating A Sacred Space

Do you desire a dedicated space to meditate? This episode with share with you how you can create the space. EASILY.

Apr 18, 202006:46
EP. 7: Self Care, Going Back To The Basics

EP. 7: Self Care, Going Back To The Basics

With everything going on with the pandemic crisis, its time we go back to basis to how we practice self - care.

Apr 18, 202007:17
EP. 6: Unmasking The Layers of Motherhood

EP. 6: Unmasking The Layers of Motherhood

So often we feel we need to do all the things. Its time to be real with ourselves, MASK OFF!

Apr 18, 202008:16
EP. 5: How I Feel About My Daughters Father Getting Married

EP. 5: How I Feel About My Daughters Father Getting Married

There is always a looming question within the realm of blended families centered around marriage and how we navigate the situtions. I am sharing with you insight on how I felt about my daughters dad getting married.

Apr 18, 202008:35
EP. 4: Moms Are Losing Their Sh**

EP. 4: Moms Are Losing Their Sh**

With our continous list of things to do, we are losing it! Let's talk about it and ways we can cope!

Apr 18, 202004:34
EP. 3 : Date Night For A Night Cap

EP. 3 : Date Night For A Night Cap

Creating a date night for a night cap becomes essential in your relationship when you have children. Let me share with you some ideas!

Apr 18, 202009:27
EP. 2: Feeling Sexy In Your Mom Body

EP. 2: Feeling Sexy In Your Mom Body

Fluctuation of weight, stretch marks, leaking breasts and the list goes on. It can take a while to feel comfortable in your "new" body. I have some tips on helping you get there. 

Apr 18, 202008:48
EP. 1: What Motherhood Means To Me

EP. 1: What Motherhood Means To Me

With 17 years of motherhood under my belt I have had an opportunity to think about what it means to me. Welcome to the Podcast!

Apr 18, 202004:12
January 18, 2020

January 18, 2020

Jan 18, 202000:48