"Just Breathe"-A Black Mom Ish Podcast
Welcome to Just Breathe, the official podcast of Black Mom Ish.
This is a sacred space created by Black moms, for Black moms—where we get real, get vulnerable, and get free. From the joys and heartbreaks of motherhood to mental wellness, loss, identity, and healing, Just Breathe is a heartfelt conversation that honors the complexities of Black womanhood and motherhood.
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Each episode features meaningful dialogue with guests who bring wisdom, laughter, and lived experience to the mic. Whether you’re tuning in on your morning walk or hiding in the car for five minutes of peace—we’re glad you’re here.
Exhale, sis. You’re in the right place.
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🎧 New episodes drop regularly. Scroll down to watch, listen, and breathe with us.
Hosted By
Nikki Williams Rucker
Episodes
🎧 Episode 1: The Journey Into Motherhood
In this premiere episode, host Nikki Williams Rucker sits down with special guest Tiffany Green to explore the emotional, mental, and physical journey into motherhood. From shifting identities to unexpected challenges, this heartfelt conversation speaks to every Black mom navigating new beginnings.
🎧 Episode 2: Black Moms & Self-Care — More Than Bubble Baths
Self-care isn’t a luxury—it’s a necessity. Host Nikki Williams Rucker is joined by licensed therapist Mercedes Williams to unpack what self-care really looks like for Black mothers. This episode offers powerful insight on rest, boundaries, and putting yourself back on your own priority list.
🎧 Episode 3: Losing the Matriarch — Grief, Legacy & Healing
When the backbone of the family is gone, how do we carry on? Host Nikki Williams Rucker and guest Arcille Williams open up about the pain of losing a matriarch and how that grief shapes us as Black women. A tender and honest reflection on legacy, healing, and finding your footing after loss.