
Join us for an empowering episode of the untraditional podcast as we sit down with the remarkable Della Laira, a single mom and advocate for self-care amidst life's challenges. Della shares her insights and strategies on how she navigates the demands of parenthood while prioritizing her own well-being.In this candid conversation, Della delves into her journey of parenting boys as a single mother and the importance of carving out time for self-care in the midst of it all. She opens up about her experiences and the unique ways she has found to nurture resilience in both herself and her children.Moreover, Della sheds light on the concept of unlearning ingrained behaviors from our islander upbringing, challenging traditional notions of parenting and embracing a more holistic approach that promotes emotional well-being for herself and her family.Tune in to discover invaluable tips, heartfelt anecdotes, and empowering perspectives on self-care and parenting from Della Laira. Don't miss this episode full of wisdom, resilience, and inspiration!#SelfCare #SingleMomLife #ParentingBoys #Resilience #IslanderUpbringing #Unlearning #Empowerment #Wellbeing #PodcastInterview #Inspiration #MotherhoodOur Doula Episode :https://www.buzzsprout.com/2007834/episodes/11121589Connect with Myriam on Instagram Myriam's website https://linktr.ee/myriambanksFor more such insights about self care and motherhood, Subscribe/follow The Untraditional Podcast with Myriam Banks.
Feb 14, 2024
28 min

In this episode of The Untraditional Podcast, we will take you through raising mixed children, navigating being a black mother raising mixed boys , and having independence as a mom.Our show today is graced by Christina Elmore, an American actress, known for her role in the TV series The Last Ship as Lieutenant Alisha Granderson, and her roles on Twenties and HBO's Insecure.Myriam recalls how she and Christina met, and how they and their families built a friendship. They talk about letting fathers have an independent relationship with the child. Mothers need to learn to let their children go. They plunge into the necessity of teaching mixed kids about the world as black moms. They point up celebrating their blackness even if they are married to white men and adapted to other cultures. How is it like experiencing and belonging to different cultures for them and their kids? Christina shares how her own journey to Selfcare Key notes⦁ Myriam and Christina's friendship.⦁ Raising Mixed kids as black Moms.⦁ Why Mothers should take out time for themselves?⦁ Raising kids to be self-dependent and righteous.Resources:Find Christina on Instagram Connect with Myriam on Instagram Myriam's website https://linktr.ee/myriambanks For more such insights about self care and motherhood, subscribe/follow The Untraditional Podcast with Myriam Banks.
Jun 9, 2023
25 min

What would I tell myself as a new mom if I had to do it all over again.#2might be controversial :) ROADMAP TO YOUR MOMCATIONCLICK HERE Connect with Myriam on Instagramhttps://instagram.com/iammyriambanks?utm_medium=copy_linkMyriam's websitehttps://www.myriambanks.com/ For more such insights about self-care and motherhood, subscribe/follow The Untraditional Podcast with Myriam Banks.
May 29, 2023
11 min

Our show today is graced by Nicole Herring, the founder of WEESEE worldwide and an amazing Mama.How and when did Myriam and Nicole meet on a solo mommy trip? They bonded over mutual thoughts. How mommy trips can make the woman within the mom thank you. Nicole shares how she was not feeling motivated and driven as a homemaker and could finally shed the identity. Nicole found mommy trips to start loving herself, reconnect with herself and how she has been neglecting the relationship with herself. The thought of- do you deserve a momcation? Nicole talks about her first ever solo momcation being out of sheer desire to france. They dig into the fear behind the desire to start the conversation with your partner or family, asking for support and not permission. What is alone time as a way to recharge after draining all your energy. Nicole takes us through her venture and entrepreneurial life with her coaching program. She then speaks of moving with the desire. They both emphasize on investing in yourself being the first priority in motherhood.KeynotesHow did Nicole and Myriam meet?How did they bond?Nicole’s story and journey with mommy trips and self care as a momMommy trips to reconnect with yourselfGoing with the desire and know that you deserve itHaving the conversation with your partner and seeking supportNicole’s coaching programInvesting in yourselfResourcesFind Nicole on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/nicoleherring_inreallife/Nicole’s website www.nicoleherring.com/linksROADMAP TO YOUR MOMCATION CLICK HERE Connect with Myriam on Instagram https://instagram.com/iammyriambanks?utm_medium=copy_linkMyriam's websitehttps://www.myriambanks.com/ For more such insights about self-care and motherhood, subscribe/follow The Untraditional Podcast with Myriam Banks.
Jan 24, 2023
43 min

In this episode, Myriam Shares 3 Things she would tell her New Mom self.FREE Roadmap to your Momcation CLICK HERE Connect with Myriam on Instagramhttps://instagram.com/iammyriambanks?utm_medium=copy_linkMyriam's websitehttps://www.myriambanks.com/ For more such insights about self-care and motherhood, subscribe/follow The Untraditional Podcast with Myriam BanksAll content © 2023 The Untraditional Podcast .
Jan 20, 2023
13 min

Our show today is graced by Eleshia Harris, a holistic business growth strategist and wellness coach.How was Eleshia able to help Myriam launch her podcast? Her issues with conceiving. Society makes it all about women and they need to understand what is happening to their bodies. Understanding the bodily cycles. She speaks of how she wanted to be an amazing mom as well as a successful business owner with a newborn. She doesn't want to teach her daughter that she always has to be hard and strong. Keep going but not at the cost of your health. The pressure to push through after the baby arrives. Being around the women with a story like you makes the miracle happen. Knowing and nourishing your body and hormones. Eleshia’s coaching program and how she provides support, help and guidance to the aspiring mom biz owners. How was Myriam able to finally launch the podcast and what were her thoughts?KeynotesHow Eleshia helped Myriam launch her podcast?Eleshia’s story with motherhoodManaging a Business alongside motherhoodUnderstanding your body, cycles and hormones after having your babyEleshia’s coaching programMyriam’s thoughts while launching her podcastResourcesFind Eleshia’s podcast on instagram https://www.instagram.com/theeleshiashowpodcast/Eleshia’s website www.eleshialifestyle.com/The-Eleshia-ShowEleshia lifestyle on instagram https://www.instagram.com/eleshia_lifestyle/Connect with Myriam on Instagram https://instagram.com/iammyriambanks?utm_medium=copy_linkMyriam's websitehttps://www.myriambanks.com/ For more such insights about self-care and motherhood, subscribe/follow The Untraditional Podcast with Myriam Banks
Jan 12, 2023
58 min

First I want to wish you all a wonderful new year and hope your festivities were delightful. It was very special to me this year as I spent it with my family, which is something that I only rarely did for the last 30 years because I lived in a different country.Secondly, I want to thank each and every one of you that have been listening to the podcast, commenting, sharing episodes, leaving reviews, connecting and letting me know about your first trip, walk , movie, girls night out. I truly cherish each and everyone of you. I am still blown away by knowing that I have listeners from 7 different countries and 46 different Cities worldwide ?!? WOW So grateful for all of you:And here is to more for 2023 Much love Myriam ROADMAP TO MOMCATIONConnect with Myriam on Instagramhttps://instagram.com/iammyriambanks?utm_medium=copy_linkMyriam's websitehttps://www.myriambanks.com/ For more such insights about self-care and motherhood, subscribe/follow The Untraditional Podcast with Myriam Banks.
Jan 3, 2023
14 min

Grief stops time and Grief takes time. In this episode, Myriam share her experience with Grief as a mom. Her journey through 3 losses in a span of a year and what she has learned. ROADMAP TO MOMCATIONConnect with Myriam on Instagramhttps://instagram.com/iammyriambanks?utm_medium=copy_linkMyriam's websitehttps://www.myriambanks.com/ For more such insights about self-care and motherhood, subscribe/follow The Untraditional Podcast with Myriam Banks.
Nov 24, 2022
26 min

In this episode of The Untraditional Podcast, we plunge into an individual's journey to find the woman within the motherhood with the guest sharing her takes and her story of how she got there.Our show today is graced by Amanda Laramee, an occupational therapist, coach and a super mom to two daughters.Amanda shares how she explored self care as a mom, raising her daughter, reality checks she got and how important nurturing yourself is. Amanda emphasizes the importance of listening to each other as a family, being aware of how the children look at motherhood.What does the cost of motherhood mean to Amanda? Both of them dives deep into the fluff around pregnancy and the lack of awareness about the postpartum issues and guilt. Amanda shares the difference she felt between the second and first baby. They take us through reconnecting with your body, hormones at play with their impact on physical, emotional and mental states.KeynotesAmanda’s journey with finding the woman within motherhood.Raising a generation aware of the injustices The cost of motherhood for Amanda.Reconnecting with your body after pregnancy.Hormones at play.Honoring moms as individuals.Getting the knowledge of the postpartum issues.What self care can be for moms?ResourcesAmanda Laramee www.amandalaramee.com instagramwww.instagram.com/msamandalaramee/ROADMAP TO MOMCATION Connect with Myriam on Instagram https://instagram.com/iammyriambanks?utm_medium=copy_linkMyriam's websitehttps://www.myriambanks.com/ For more such insights about self-care and motherhood, subscribe/follow The Untraditional Podcast with Myriam Banks.
Nov 15, 2022
46 min

In this episode of The Untraditional Podcast with Myriam Banks, we answers one of the most ask questions she get from mothers:How do I talk to my spouse/ pattern about taking time off ?She dive into the how to have the conversation and what to do when face with opposition. More tips on our newsletter at: https://app.flodesk.com/form/5fb5946212ed669961a5af1f/buildConnect with Myriam on Instagram https://instagram.com/iammyriambanks?utm_medium=copy_linkMyriam's website https://www.myriambanks.com/For more such insightful conversations on self-care and motherhood, subscribe to /follow The Untraditional Podcast with Myriam Banks.
Oct 6, 2022
26 min
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