Episodes

  • Life In Stages

    Life In Stages
    Jun 9 2024
    In this episode Ashley meets with Kenya, who embarked on motherhood later in life and raised two children born 11 years apart. Kenya discusses how she parenting has evolved for her throughout different phases of life, and how her experiences have influenced her approach to parenting at different stages. She offers a unique perspective on the challenges and rewards of managing such a significant age gap between her kids and her parenting years.
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    1 hr and 9 mins
  • Unveiling Resilience

    Unveiling Resilience
    May 8 2024
    In this episode of our podcast, Brittany bravely opens up about her journey growing up in foster care. From the circumstances that led her into the system to the challenges she faced along the way, Brittany shares candidly about the highs and lows of her experience. Join us as she reflects on the lessons learned, the resilience gained, and the importance of finding support and belonging.
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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • Balancing Acts: Single Motherhood, Support Systems, and Social Stigma

    Balancing Acts: Single Motherhood, Support Systems, and Social Stigma
    Apr 21 2024
    In this episode of Parents Are People, host Ashley meets with Laquista, a single mother who shares her experiences navigating parenthood solo. Laquista opens up about the support she receives from her inner circle and the love she pours into raising her child. However, she also discusses the frustration of facing societal stigma as a single mother.
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    54 mins
  • Finding the "right" way

    Finding the "right" way
    Mar 24 2024

    Ashley meets with Shanta, as she shares about her positive coparenting experience and keys they have found to make it work by trying to find the right way.

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    54 mins
  • Love will cover a multitude of sins

    Love will cover a multitude of sins
    Mar 10 2024
    Host Ashley meets with Jennifer who shares about her experience growing up with a distant father, and how this experience shaped her own family and relationships.
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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • Embracing Conscious Parenting

    Embracing Conscious Parenting
    Feb 18 2024
    Join us in this episode as Dr. Wes Robins shares his journey of conscious parenting and raising his special needs daughter. Gain valuable insights as Dr. Wes reflects on the unique challenges, rewards, and transformative power of parenting with mindfulness and compassion.
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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • Growing Through Grief

    Growing Through Grief
    Jan 28 2024
    Ashley meets with guest Johnique as she shares her experience of navigating parenting and life after the loss of her fiancé. Join us as we listen to her story of resilience, hope and strength.
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    47 mins
  • Parenting With Purpose: Unpacking Traumas and Cultivating Healing

    Parenting With Purpose: Unpacking Traumas and Cultivating Healing
    Jan 14 2024
    In this episode, Ashley talks with guest Amber about overcoming personal struggles, focusing on emotional healing, and raising emotionally intelligent children. Throughout the conversation, they delve into Amber's experiences and share valuable insights on nurturing healthy relationships and effective parenting habits.
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    1 hr and 6 mins