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Mommy Oyoyo

By Mommy Oyoyo

The Mommy Oyoyo podcast is a platform for the Modern African woman to talk about ANYTHING and EVERYTHING relating to Motherhood. Hosted and produced by Berry Dakara, listen to hear funny anecdotes, inspiring stories, challenging topics, heartbreaking moments and more that come with motherhood from an African perspective. African mothers in Africa and the Diaspora, listen in for honest, transparent, and authentic conversations about motherhood. Topics include Divorce, Homeschooling, Mum Guilt, Single Motherhood, Trying to Conceive, Sex, Discipline, Staying at Home, Working Mums, and much more!
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75 - Stepmother Life featuring Tambari of @GoodStepmother

Mommy OyoyoJan 19, 2023

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75 - Stepmother Life featuring Tambari of @GoodStepmother
Jan 19, 202338:48
74. How to Raise Grateful Children
Jan 16, 202327:20
73. Should My Child Go to a Sleepover
Nov 22, 202221:33
72. Should We Be Friends With Our Children?
Mar 29, 202225:01
71. Long Distance Mother feat. Dr. Ijeoma Kola

71. Long Distance Mother feat. Dr. Ijeoma Kola

In this episode Dr. Ijeoma Kola shares about her approach to parenting her toddler long-distance. Ijeoma talks about the decision for her family to maintain residences in two countries (Kenya and America), which takes her away from her son for a few weeks at a time. We discuss why mothers are reprimanded for prioritizing their careers, whereas fathers aren't. Ijeoma also shares what caused her to feel Mom Guilt and practical tips to mothers who may have to move long-distance in order to push their careers/education further.

Follow and find out more about Dr. Ijeoma at www.ijeomakola.com and on social media @ijeomakola. Check out her nonprofit Cohort Sistas at www.cohortsistas.com and on social media @cohortsistas


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Follow Mommy Oyoyo via the website at www.mommyoyoyo.com and on social media @MommyOyoyo. Don't forget to rate, review, share and subscribe to the podcast on AppleSpotifyGoogleAmazonAnchor and more! You can also leave a voice note HERE! Share your feedback to any episode, the podcast and any suggestions for future topics.

Feb 28, 202248:32
70 - Fostering Your Child's Creativity feat. Titi Sule
Feb 02, 202228:31
69. It Takes a Village to Raise A Child - 10 Places to Find Your People feat. Berry Dakara
Jan 18, 202228:39
68. My Coparenting Experience feat. Berry Dakara
Jan 10, 202226:05
67. Dating As a Single Mother feat. Ebube N. A.
Oct 30, 202149:37
66. Child Support feat. Berry Dakara
Oct 08, 202122:18
65. Having Only One Child featuring Berry Dakara
May 14, 202124:14
64. Preparing for a Successful Maternity Leave as a Working Mom feat. Millie Malum | @MergingParenthood

64. Preparing for a Successful Maternity Leave as a Working Mom feat. Millie Malum | @MergingParenthood

It's no secret that women stand the risk of being penalized career-wise when they become mothers. According to the Harvard Business Review, "Evidence from a variety of countries reveals that the longer new mothers are away from paid work, the less likely they are to be promoted, move into management, or receive a pay raise once their leave is over. They are also at greater risk of being fired or demoted. Length of leave can be a factor in the perceptions of co-workers as well – women who take longer leaves are often seen as less committed to their jobs than women who take much shorter leaves. This trade-off undercuts a major goal of legislating national parental leave policies: ensuring that women don’t have to choose between motherhood and career success."

In this episode, I speak with Millie Malum, founder of Merging Parenthood and she shed light on how to prepare for your maternity leave, how far in advance to start getting ready, how you can develop yourself during maternity leave, the motherhood penalty and much more.

Check out Merging Parenthood on their website and Instagram for more information on merging parenthood and work. 


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Follow Mommy Oyoyo on social media @MommyOyoyo and visit the website at www.mommyoyoyo.com. Don't forget to rate, review, share and subscribe to the podcast on AppleSpotifyGoogleAmazonAnchor and more! You can also leave a voice note HERE! Share your feedback to any episode, the podcast and any suggestions for future topics.

Apr 20, 202140:52
63. Is There a Limit to Active Parenting by Fathers?

63. Is There a Limit to Active Parenting by Fathers?

This episode comes from my thoughts after watching a particular video that made the rounds on Instagram in February 2021. The video made me question whether there are or should be some limits when it comes to parenting from the father.
Mar 14, 202121:15
62. I Caught Covid! feat. Tomisin O | @TwentySix.Digital
Mar 12, 202133:49
61. Leaving Corporate Life for Entrepreneurship feat. Kome Olori | @SheDares2Succeed
Feb 26, 202132:57
60. Teaching Children About Consent feat. Ndali Gregory-Ozegbe | @HandsOffNG

60. Teaching Children About Consent feat. Ndali Gregory-Ozegbe | @HandsOffNG

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In this episode, Ndali, Associate Director of Hands Off Initiative, talks about teaching children, teenagers and young adults about consent. Hands Off is an organization that aims to break the cycle of abuse and address the problem of rape, sexual abuse, harassment and assault. Ndali shared some signs of child abuse to look out for, how to speak to children to prevent and/or address abuse, and more.

Check out Hands Off Initiative on social media @HandsOffNG and check out the website www.handsoffinitiative.org for resources on Consent. You can find Ndali on social media @NdaliOzegbe

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46. Sex and the African Mother Part 1

47. Sex and the African Mother Part 2

Follow Mommy Oyoyo on social media @MommyOyoyo and the website www.mommyoyoyo.com. Don't forget to rate, review, share and subscribe to the podcast on AppleSpotifyGoogleAmazonAnchor and more! You can also leave a voice note HERE! Share your feedback to any episode, the podcast and any suggestions for future topics.

Feb 12, 202139:25
59. Parenting Styles feat. Jayne A. | @FabMumNG

59. Parenting Styles feat. Jayne A. | @FabMumNG

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In this episode, Jayne of FabMumNG and Mom ChitChat TV, talks about the 4 main parenting styles: Authoritative, Permissive, Uninvolved and Authoritative. She also shared tips on how a couple with different styles can find a common ground when it comes to parenting.

Check out FabMumNG on social media @FabMumNG and check out the website www.fabmumng.com for motherhood resources.

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48. Girl Dad, African Father, Active Parenting

Follow Mommy Oyoyo on social media @MommyOyoyo and the website www.mommyoyoyo.com. Don't forget to rate, review, share and subscribe to the podcast on AppleSpotifyGoogleAmazonAnchor and more! You can also leave a voice note HERE! Share your feedback to any episode, the podcast and any suggestions for future topics.

Feb 04, 202133:56
2020 Reflections, 2021 Wishes

2020 Reflections, 2021 Wishes

Happy New Year!
Jan 02, 202111:33
58. Introducing Diversity to your Children feat. Vese Aghoghovbia | @PhillyNFriends
Dec 05, 202053:35
57. My Experience as a Mother and Wheelchair User feat. Lizzy O | @TheLizzyO
Nov 13, 202001:11:45
56. Going Back to School as a Mom feat. Nene Azemogie @StillWaters_
Nov 08, 202001:02:45
55. Being a Mom Boss Without Mom Guilt feat. Victoria Downes | @TheVillageCreativeInc
Oct 27, 202050:12
EndSARS. Nigeria, which way?

EndSARS. Nigeria, which way?

What is happening in Nigeria right now is an affront to basic human rights. It is bigger than ending the SARS police unit. It is bigger than police brutality. Is this the Nigeria our grandparents fought for?????
Oct 21, 202004:17
54. Single Mom Life feat. Berry Dakara
Oct 09, 202001:08:32
53. African Mum - Postpartum Depression feat. Zee | @For.Mamas
Oct 02, 202056:48
52. African Dad Vasectomy feat. Folabi Lawal

52. African Dad Vasectomy feat. Folabi Lawal

Typically, when an African couple decides that they no longer want children, the woman bears the physical brunt of getting a a procedure done (hysterectomy, tubal ligation, etc) to prevent future pregnancies. It is pretty uncommon to find an African man who chooses to undergo a vasectomy. In fact, a UN report from 2013 stated that only 0.1% of African men have undergone vasectomies! A major reason why they don't can be attributed to ignorance, misinformation (No, a vasectomy will not affect sex drive or ability to enjoy sex) and the unfortunate stigma that can follow (Yes, you're still a man).  

In this episode, my guest Folabi, candidly shares his experience of getting a vasectomy. Folabi is a Nigerian-American man, and very open with going through this procedure. He talked about coming to the decision that he and his wife did not want more children, why he chose to get a vasectomy (as opposed to the typical African household where the woman gets her tubes tied), the after-effects and recovery following the procedure, and why he is so open about sharing his decision and experience.  

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48. Girl Dad, African Father, Active Parenting 

Follow Mommy Oyoyo on social media @MommyOyoyo and visit the website at www.mommyoyoyo.com. Don't forget to rate, review, share and subscribe to the podcast on Apple, Spotify, Google, Amazon, Anchor and more! You can also leave a voice note HERE! Share your feedback to any episode, the podcast and any suggestions for future topics.

Sep 25, 202001:00:57
51. Youtube Mom feat. Sola Awe | @DiscoveringNatural
Sep 18, 202056:58
50. Raising Two Children on the Autism Spectrum feat. Lola Dada-Olley | @NotYourMamasAutism
Sep 11, 202001:05:39
49. Managing Motherhood and a C-Level Career feat. Iro Obuoforibo | @HiroHairven
Sep 04, 202053:31
48. Girl Dad, African Father, Active Parenting feat. Dapo Peters
Aug 28, 202001:06:36
47. Sex and the African Mother Part 2 feat. Yeside Olayinka-Agbola | @OloriCoitus
Aug 21, 202050:06
46. Sex and the African Mother Part 1 feat. Yeside Olayinka-Agbola | @OloriCoitus
Aug 14, 202040:17
45. PostPartum Care feat. Dr. Temi | The Omugwo Box
Aug 07, 202001:12:34
Break Time. See you in August

Break Time. See you in August

For the month of July I will not be publishing any podcast episodes as I use the time to rest, reset, refresh, reflect, and restrategize.
Jul 01, 202005:39
44. Hyperemesis Gravidarum feat. Temi R. | @FirstTimeMumDotCom

44. Hyperemesis Gravidarum feat. Temi R. | @FirstTimeMumDotCom

Hyperemesis Gravidarum is a debilitating condition that causes sufferers extreme nausea, near-constant vomiting, weight loss, dehydration and even fainting in pregnancy. The first time I heard about Hyperemesis Gravidarum was just a couple of years ago, when Temi talked about her experience having the condition. To  be very honest, I still didn't quite grasp what HG was until she recommended The Sick Film for me to watch. 

Temi was diagnosed with HG after suffering through weeks of vomiting almost 20 times a day, and some medical practitioners/doctors who waved her sickness away. In this episode, she shares what the experience was like for her, especially as a Black (African) woman, and talked about the PTSD she still deals with from that very dark period in her life.

You can follow Temi on Instagram @FirstTimeMumDotCom and @BabySleepHelp

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Follow Mommy Oyoyo on social media @MommyOyoyo and visit the website www.mommyoyoyo.com. Don't forget to rate, review, share and subscribe to the podcast on Apple, Spotify, Google, Anchor and more! You can also leave a voice note HERE! Share your feedback to any episode, the podcast and any suggestions for future topics.

--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Jun 26, 202059:03
43. Raising African Children in the UK feat. Iko-Ojo Mercy Haruna

43. Raising African Children in the UK feat. Iko-Ojo Mercy Haruna

In this episode, I have a chit chat with Mercy that touches on different aspects of raising her Nigerian children in England. We talk about identity, language, diversity, building a support system of mum friends, and working from home with children.

Follow Mercy online  @immeiko @gistwithmercyandjibz and website. You can also check out the podcast she co-hosts on the BBC - Parentland.

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Follow Mommy Oyoyo on social media @MommyOyoyo and check out our website at www.mommyoyoyo.com. Don't forget to rate, review, share and subscribe to the podcast. You can also leave a voice note HERE! Share your feedback to any episode, the podcast and any suggestions for future topics. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Jun 19, 202044:00
42. MicroPreemie/Premature Babies and NICU feat. Ola Adegbenro | @ColourfulBeginnings
Jun 12, 202001:11:38
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Jun 05, 202018:29
41. Decade-Long Struggle to Have A Child feat. Mama Z.

41. Decade-Long Struggle to Have A Child feat. Mama Z.

In today's episode, I chatted with Mama Z who struggled to get pregnant for about 7 years. She finally conceived, but unfortunately suffered a miscarriage a few months into her pregnancy. In her ninth year of marriage, Mama Z got pregnant again and on her tenth wedding anniversary, she and her husband celebrated their son's dedication. Listen to this episode as my anonymous guest shares her decade-long experience trying to conceive to having her child. (Kindly note it is a stock photo used in the cover art for this episode)

Fun fact: the first time I interacted with Mama Z was when she sent me an email in January 2016 to tell me that she was also trying to conceive - I had written a blog post at the end of 2015 and mentioned that I spent the entire year trying to get pregnant. We kept up communication, going from the random email here and there, to chatting on Whatsapp, and now having a voice conversation specifically for the podcast. I hope we get to meet some day!


Related episodes:

1. Introduction to Mommy Oyoyo

3. What NOT to Say to Someone who is Trying to Conceive

9. Endometriosis and Trying to F*ing Conceive

29. Are You Pregnant? 6 Reasons Why You Should NOT Ask

30. How to Approach Someone who is Trying to Conceive


Follow Mommy Oyoyo on social media @MommyOyoyo and check out our website at www.mommyoyoyo.com.

Don't forget to rate, review, share and subscribe to the podcast. You can also leave a voice note HERE! Share your feedback to any episode, the podcast and any suggestions for future topics.

May 22, 202001:04:07
40. Mom Friends feat. Tomisin | @The.MillennialMum
May 17, 202001:02:21
39. Heaven Baby/Life After Infant Loss feat. Lola Igunbor
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38. Balance and Time Management as a Busy Working Mom feat. Dr. Lola Day | @LollieTasker
May 01, 202042:42
37. Stay At Home Mom with Purpose feat. Eziaha Bolaji-Olojo
Apr 24, 202054:01
36. My High Risk Pregnancy - Incompetent Cervix and Bed Rest
Apr 14, 202032:02
35. "Only Girls?!" Societal Pressure to Have a Male Child feat. Chinyere Abang @YummyMumLife
Apr 07, 202022:53
34. Public Pregnancy Announcements

34. Public Pregnancy Announcements

After trying to conceive for almost two years after I got married, and publicly talking about it on my YouTube channel and blog, it made perfect sense to me to announce my pregnancy when I finally got pregnant. Almost 3 years to the day, I publicly announced that I was pregnant on my blog and social media... and then a few days later, I found myself in a situation where I repeatedly asked whether I jinxed myself by going public.

Follow us on social media @mommyoyoyo and SUBSCRIBE,RATE/REVIEW and SHARE this podcast.

Mar 30, 202017:23
33. I Don't Show My Child's Face Online feat. Tomi Olatunde | @TheCuddleBlog
Mar 20, 202034:01
32. Coronavirus Awareness feat. Dr. Ada Adejoro MD | @Ask_Dr_Ada
Mar 15, 202037:56
31. Dealing with Divorce as an African Mum feat. Vera Ezimora | @verastic
Mar 13, 202059:11
30. How to Approach Someone Who is Trying to Conceive

30. How to Approach Someone Who is Trying to Conceive

In this episode I talked about what NOT to say to someone who is trying to conceive. In this episode, women who are TTC share their opinions and input on what CAN be said and how to approach or address the topic. It is not one-size-fits-all. Whereas some women feel neglected, abandoned and alone if their loved ones don't talk about it at all, other women would rather not have the conversation.

Follow Mommy Oyoyo on social media @mommyoyoyo. Don't forget to rate, share and subscribe to the Mommy Oyoyo Podcast.

Mar 06, 202024:43
29. "Are You Pregnant?" 6 Reasons Why You Should Not Ask

29. "Are You Pregnant?" 6 Reasons Why You Should Not Ask

Asking a woman if she's pregnant, especially if you don't know her on a deeply personal level, is a very intrusive and invasive question. It's strange that in our society (Nigerian or African) that likes to keep things hush-hush, people think asking that question isn't a big deal. In this episode I share a few reasons why you should never ask a woman if she is pregnant. 

Follow us on social media @mommyoyoyo and don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to this podcast!

Feb 14, 202019:21
28. Giving Birth Like The Hebrew Woman and Birthing Blissfully feat. Ibiene Warmann
Feb 07, 202039:31
27. My Potty Training Experience So Far...

27. My Potty Training Experience So Far...

Potty training is NOT for the faint-hearted! In my opinion, it is mentally and physically exhausting trying to convince a toddler to "go potty." From chasing them down to begging them to just sit on the potty for ten more seconds to cleaning up pee and poop everywhere, I really grappled with the idea of outsourcing this stage of #ToddlerMomLife. In this episode I share what potty training has been like for us. If you're looking for practical tips for potty training, this is NOT the episode to listen to. We are still not fully potty-trained and that's perfectly okay. What I have learned through trying to potty train my toddler girl is this: All in due time. 

Follow us on social media @mommyoyoyo and don't forget to rate, share and subscribe to the Mommy Oyoyo podcast. 

Jan 31, 202017:46
26. Breastfeeding Myths Part 2 feat. Tomisin | The Millennial Mum Podcast

26. Breastfeeding Myths Part 2 feat. Tomisin | The Millennial Mum Podcast

Bigger boobs equal more breast milk? A nursing mother cannot exclusively breastfeed after she goes back to work? In this episode, Tomisin and I continue our conversation around some breastfeeding myths we have heard and give our opinions and experiences on them. Listen to the first part of our conversation over on The Millennial Mum Podcast and follow her on Instagram @the.millennialmum Also follow Mommy Oyoyo on social media @mommyoyoyo and subscribe to this podcast! Don't forget to rate and review the Mommy Oyoyo Podcast!
Jan 24, 202023:36
25. Life as a Single Mother feat. Ebube N
Jan 17, 202056:32
January 14, 2020

January 14, 2020

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Jan 14, 202000:55
24. Getting My Tubes Tied feat. Kiki Makanjuola
Jan 10, 202041:35
23. 2019 in Review and 2020 Preview

23. 2019 in Review and 2020 Preview

In this first episode of 2020 I recap the last 6 months of the Mommy Oyoyo podcast (2019 in review) and share a preview of what I plan for 2020!
Jan 03, 202012:43
Announcement!

Announcement!

With 2019 drawing to a close, in readiness for 2020 and simply because this mummy is tired and overstretched, I will be taking a break for the month of December to relax, refresh, reset and rest! I wish all of you a happy and merry holiday season and a great start to the new year! Don't forget to follow @mommyoyoyo on social media to stay connected!
Dec 05, 201905:46
21. No Shout Parenting feat. Remi Makanjuola of @GraceToParent
Nov 27, 201944:07
20. Mom Guilt and How to Get Over It

20. Mom Guilt and How to Get Over It

Mom Guilt is defined as the feeling of guilt, doubt, anxiousness or uncertainty experienced by mothers when they worry they're failing or falling short of expectations in some way (source: Activekids.com) Every mother out there has felt mum guilt stemming from different aspects of motherhood like breastfeeding, childcare, career, etc. In this episode I share my experiences with Mum Guilt and how I have worked to overcome them. I also share from other mums (and one funny guy) on feeling mum guilt and how to get over it. Please follow Mommy Oyoyo on social media @mommyoyoyo and don't forget to subscribe, rate, review and SHARE SHARE SHARE!!!
Nov 22, 201927:52
19. Bedtime Routines and Co-sleeping feat. Kachi Tila-Adesina of Kacheetee Blog @kacheetee
Nov 15, 201926:22
18. Growing Up African in America/Diaspora feat. Joy J. @adabob83
Nov 08, 201949:21
17. Raising A Biracial Child featuring Aisha O'Reilly of @AishaAndLife
Nov 01, 201940:58
16. Mommy Oyoyo Spotlight on Tinuke of Mums And Tea

16. Mommy Oyoyo Spotlight on Tinuke of Mums And Tea

In this episode we have a chat with Tinuke, founder of Mums and Tea. Tinuke shares what going through the Vanishing Twin Syndrome was like - she miscarried a baby and successfully delivered his twin. She touches on things not to say to someone who is pregnant. And she also tells us about Mums and Tea, an outfit for events, meet-ups and socials geared towards black mums in England. Follow her on social media @mumsandtea and follow us on social media @mommyoyoyo. Please rate, review, subscribe and share the Mommy Oyoyo podcast!
Oct 25, 201945:10
15. Your Child is Spoiled

15. Your Child is Spoiled

Has anyone ever told you that your child spoiled? Have you ever said or thought that someone else's child is spoiled? There could be a number of reasons why a child could be deemed a spoiled brat, and in this episode I share some of those behaviors, especially pertaining to Nigerian culture. From not greeting adults properly to being picky with food, some behaviors and characteristics that children exhibit can be tagged as "spoiled." Listen to this episode as I share my thoughts and please share your opinions on the @MommyOyoyo Instagram page.
Oct 18, 201924:54
14. Post Delivery Hospital Visits

14. Post Delivery Hospital Visits

The birth of a child is wonderful thing and certainly cause for excitement and celebration! So much so that sometimes there is a long line of visitors who can't wait for the new mother and baby to leave the hospital, and carry themselves to visit them in the hospital. In this episode, I share several opinions and experiences from different women (and mine too) about the feelings surrounding post-delivery hospital visits!
Oct 11, 201920:43
13. Baby Names. What's in a Name?

13. Baby Names. What's in a Name?

A very important part of being a parent is naming your child or children. Some people have names picked out for their children way before they even start having children. Some others have divine inspiration for their children's names. As Africans, there is that question of whether to give your children English names at all. There is also the question of who gets to name the children. For single mothers, must the children be given their father's last name? I address all of these naming choices and questions for a fun, light and easy episode. Follow us online @MommyOyoyo and leave your comments on how you named your children, or plan to.
Oct 03, 201926:21
12. Living with Sickle Cell Disease featuring Isowa Odiase @isowarrior
Sep 29, 201956:10
11. Living with PCOS feat. Titi Oyebade

11. Living with PCOS feat. Titi Oyebade

September is PCOS Awareness Month. Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome is a hormonal illness that affects about 10 million people in the world and is a leading cause of infertility. It is currently not curable but can be managed with medicine, nutrition and exercise. In this episode Titi Oyebade shares what living with PCOS has been like for her, having secondary infertility and aims to spread awareness.
Sep 19, 201939:05
10. I Love My Children But...

10. I Love My Children But...

Motherhood is wonderful... and tough! As much as we all wanted children, the truth there are some aspects of motherhood that aren't so great or sweet. Whether it's your children never giving you space or privacy, or being a single mother, we all have our struggles. We all love our children... BUT! This episode features write-ins from our audience who share some funny and some hard struggles they are facing in motherhood.
Sep 11, 201922:46
9. Endometriosis and Trying To [Freaking] Conceive feat. Kunbi Odubogun of Perfete | TTF*C
Sep 01, 201954:52
8: Homeschooling in Africa feat. Tomilola Olatunde | The Cuddle Blog

8: Homeschooling in Africa feat. Tomilola Olatunde | The Cuddle Blog

Homeschooling in Africa (in this episode, Nigeria specifically) is not the norm. Traditionally young children are either just kept at home without a learning structure or sent to creche/daycare/preschool. In this episode, we hear from Tomilola Olatunde about why she has chosen to homeschool her child, the challenges and wins she has experienced with homeschooling, and she also gives practical advice to parents who might be interested in homeschooling their children. It's not as easy as it looks!
Aug 23, 201941:10
7: My Breastfeeding Story | World Breastfeeding Week

7: My Breastfeeding Story | World Breastfeeding Week

World Breastfeeding Week is an annual celebration and campaign to foster and encourage breastfeeding across the world. The aim is to empower parents, enable breastfeeding. In today's episode I share my personal experience and struggles with Breastfeeding. I also want to thank the ladies who sent in their experiences as well. The more information we share, the easier it is to understand each other.
Aug 07, 201924:51
6: The Omugwo Experience

6: The Omugwo Experience

Omugwo is the Igbo word that describes the practice of when a woman's mother or mother-in-law comes to help her out after she's given birth. For a period of time, postpartum care is showered on the new mum and her child(ren) and it's important to manage expectations. Potential issues that may arise are which grandmother gets to come first, what is expected by all parties, possible disagreements, etc. In this episode, I talk a little bit about what the Omugwo experience is like, and how to overcome or deal with the aforementioned issues.
Jul 29, 201919:59
5: Not Your Typical African Father. Featuring special guest - Osi O.

5: Not Your Typical African Father. Featuring special guest - Osi O.

The stereotypical African father is not very involved in raising his children. More often than not, the typical African man leaves the daily hands-on parenting activities to the children's mother. In today's episode I speak with Osi who's not your typical African dad and who is actively involved in parenting his son. He shares his fatherhood experience so far, including how he fared as a single dad for some time.
Jul 19, 201938:16
4: Discipline and How Early is Too Early to Discipline a Child

4: Discipline and How Early is Too Early to Discipline a Child

Discipline is the act of training someone to obey rules and using punishment to correct disobedience. As Nigerians (or maybe Africans or black people at large) many of us were subjected to being spanked or flogged as part of discipline. These days though, it seems more people are shying away from physical discipline methods and using other forms of correction. In this episode I share 3 levels of discipline my daughter's pediatrician advised me to use. I also ask how early is too early to start disciplining a child.
Jul 13, 201916:08
3: What NOT to say to Someone Who is TTC (Trying to Conceive)

3: What NOT to say to Someone Who is TTC (Trying to Conceive)

Why do a lot of Africans like to do amebo and give unsolicited advice? While trying to conceive, there are certain things that a woman or couple does not need to hear. In today's episode I shared some of the comments that were thrown my way before I finally got pregnant. I also share from my followers some of the things that were or have been said to them in their period of waiting to get pregnant. Listen in and learn what NOT to say, and what can be said to convey your support.
Jul 04, 201920:25
2: Children's Birthday Parties

2: Children's Birthday Parties

Africans like to party! From weddings to graduations to even kids birthday parties! I'm talking about renting event spaces, spending lots of money on food, decor, photography for a child's birthday party. I'm of the "Small Birthday Parties" persuasion myself. I hope you enjoy this episode as I share my thoughts on children's birthday parties.
Jun 27, 201915:17
1: Introduction to Mommy Oyoyo

1: Introduction to Mommy Oyoyo

Welcome to the Mommy Oyoyo podcast. In this first episode, I introduce the podcast and explain where the idea came from, my hopes and expectations of Mommy Oyoyo and giving a voice to the African mother!
Jun 21, 201910:25