The Mamas reminisce about their journey to adding baby #2 (or babies #2 and #3 for Codie!), and share the ups and downs of managing the unique logistics and personalities that come with a growing family. From pregnancy stories to juggling schedules and sibling dynamics, this episode dives into the tools, challenges, and unforgettable memories that come with ... Show More
Oct 2
Finding Love The Third Time Around with Katyrce Pedro - RUNNING IT BACK
In this episode of The Mama’s Den, we’re running is back to our chat with Katryce Pedro aka The Funny Momma on IG, who proves that you can tell the truth about hard seasons and laugh your way through them. With humor, honesty, and zero fluff, Katryce opens up about being a mom of ... Show More
54m 36s
Sep 21
Boy Mom Goals That Chick Angel in The Den - RUNNING IT BACK
Some moms just get it… and Angel Laketa Moore (aka That Chick Angel) is one of them.In this episode, we are RUNNING IT BACK to when comedian, actress, podcaster, and mama of four boys pulled up to the Den and gave us the real on raising kind young men, balancing a full career wit ... Show More
58m 12s
Sep 14
The Snapback Journey - RUNNING IT BACK
This conversation? It’s deeper than surgery.We are running back The Mama’s Den SECOND snapback convo, talking about the mental warfare of body image—the quiet, constant battle so many women face in their own minds.This year, Melanie and Codie opened up about their decision to get ... Show More
32m 17s
May 2024
Should We Have Another Kid? Tough Realities & Big Decisions
Send a textIn this episode, we dive into the intricate dance of interactions that shape the emotional intelligence of our kids, confront the tough realities of motherhood and fatherhood, and tackle the societal pressures that influence our family decisions. From debating discipli ... Show More
59m 36s
Apr 2021
57. Raising Kids 101, 201 & 301
<p>Feeling overwhelmed by all the hats you wear as a mom?</p> <p>Whether your kiddos are preschoolers, teenagers, or grown with kids of their own, there's a unique set of joys and struggles you're going through, and today we just want to remind you that you are rocking this mom t ... Show More
47m 57s
Jul 2024
Bari and Nellie Are Having Another Baby—and They Have Questions!
As some of you know, Nellie and Bari are having another baby—any moment now—maybe even by the time this podcast is published!
Going from one kid to two is no small challenge, so we’re doing something a little different on the podcast today. In an attempt to quell the nerves, we ... Show More
1h 10m
Nov 2022
Dreams and Nightmares Ft. Codie Elaine Oliver
In this episode we are joined by Black Love co-creator, Codie Elaine Oliver to discuss our goals, purpose and passion and the journey toward reaching them after becoming a mom. Becoming a mom doesn’t diminish the dreams we have for our lives, but it can certainly make them seem a ... Show More
26m 46s
Aug 2025
Q&A: Feeding, Feelings & Future Babies?
Episode 164: In this episode, Kristen and Luke open up about hitting some new milestones in their parenting journey—from sleepless nights to moments of joy. They catch up on Bravo’s “The McBee Dynasty” (warning: spoilers ahead!), dish on what feeding their baby has really been li ... Show More
49m 39s