Babies x Bellinis
80 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 228 ratingsFrom babies, to business, to brunch, Babies x Bellinis is a podcast chronicling the real-life occurrences of modern-day moms, Ericka, Kay Alex, and Casey Renae. We understand life isn't always picturesque and we are here to give you a peek into our unfiltered girl-talk as 24/7 moms while working 9-5 and owning businesses.
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Mama Gotta Have a Life, Too
October 15, 2019 04:00 - 1 hour - 45.9 MBExactly who said when you become a mom, your human card is revoked and any trace of you before motherhood is non-existent? The ladies of BxB discuss motherhood and all of things people seem to forget about the woman behind the role. SPOILER ALERT: Tangents and Buzzers galore in this episode! Per usual…*shrugs shoulder* … It’s Girl Talk! :D ________________________________________________________ Like what you heard? Get notified of the newest episodes by subscribing. Don't forget to ra...
Then & Now
October 08, 2019 06:00 - 1 hour - 41.6 MBBack in the days when I was young I'm not a kid anymore; but some days I sit and wish I was a kid again… Let’s face it, we are officially turning into our parents. Have you ever found yourself saying something to your child and all of sudden you hear your mother/father’s words spew out? Ladies (and gents), Welcome to Parenthood. On this episode, the ladies of Babies x Bellinis discuss childhood #ThenandNow; playing outside, cellphones, baptizing, beat-face, lace-front zown high schoolers, a...
Champagne Notes
October 01, 2019 04:00 - 1 hour - 48.5 MBIt's a Champagne [Notes] Shower!! This episode is being led by YOU, our #BxBBabes! The ladies of Babies x Bellinis are reading some of the Champagne Notes from our inbox and they are GoodT! Annnd to top it all off ... it's ErickaDanni's BURFDAYYY!!!!! Ayyyyeeee!! __________________________________________________________________ Like what you heard? Get notified of the newest episodes by subscribing. Don't forget to rate (FIVE STARS) and review, too! Follow @babiesxbellinis on Instagram...
BxB Live! @ The National Harbor
September 24, 2019 04:00 - 1 hour - 51.3 MBOn Saturday, September 21, 2019 Babies x Bellinis held their first Live Podcast x Brunch at the National Harbor. An afternoon full of laughs, drinks, and, of course, a good titty twerk! Listen Now! ________________________________________________________ Like what you heard? Get notified of the newest episodes by subscribing. Don't forget to rate (FIVE STARS) and review, too! Follow @babiesxbellinis on Instagram and hashtag #BabiesxBellinis to join in on our conversations. Submit your C...
Lights...Camera...Motherhood! with Special Guest Mercedes 'MJ' Javid
September 17, 2019 04:00 - 1 hour - 44.8 MBIn this week's episode, the ladies of Babies x Bellinis welcomed special guest Mercedes ‘MJ’ Javid—TV personality, Body Positive Fashionista, and Entrepreneur. MJ is also a fan favorite and main cast member on Bravo TV’s second highest rated show, ‘Shahs of Sunset!’ Mercedes is also a first-time mommy! MJ gave birth this year to a baby boy via IVF with her husband Tommy Feight. Tune in as MJ dishes on all things motherhood with BxB! Let’s welcome Mercedes ‘MJ’ Javid! Connect with MJ on Inst...
[Rain]bows x Babies
September 10, 2019 04:00 - 58 minutes - 40.4 MBISSA TAKEOVA!! In honor of National Rainbow Baby Day (August 22nd), we handed the mics over to three amazing moms of #RainbowBabies! Meet Maaden (@LoveMaaden), Chimyra (@_Chimyra), and VeCoya (@Vecoya)! Listen in as these ladies discuss their experiences as first-time moms to rainbow babies, infertility, and loss. What is a Rainbow Baby: A rainbow baby is a name coined for a healthy baby born after losing a baby due to miscarriage, infant loss, stillbirth, or neonatal death. The name ‘rain...
Creativity Killers
September 03, 2019 06:00 - 48 minutes - 33.6 MBIt’s no secret: Parenting can be frustrating. Homework out the wah-zoo, an abundance of extra-curricular activities, expecting perfection, messy creative outlets (slime, play-doh, and LEGO’s...oh, my!), and the list goes on. Booked and Busy is an understatement. But do we know how our frustration impacts our kids? Tune in as the ladies of BxB talk about how we as parents can be Creativity Killers – eek! We may or may not have gotten through the entire topic…because, draaank! Today's ep...
Back-to-School with Dr. Ryan Daniel
August 27, 2019 05:00 - 1 hour - 43 MBGot Kids? If so, they are probably heading back to school and, because #BxBCares, we want you to be prepared! Today we are introducing a very special guest, Dr. Ryan Daniel! Dr. Daniel is entering her 13th year in the education field and her 3rd year as Principal in Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS). She is also a wife, mom of three-nager, bonus mom, and an expecting mom. WHEW CHILLAY!! Tune in as the ladies of BxB and, our new resident Education Expert (yes, indeed!), talk the d...
Party Like a Momstar !
August 20, 2019 04:00 - 43 minutes - 29.9 MBAfter having a few nights of freedom and staying out way past our bedtimes, the ladies of BxB had an epiphany. #MomLife feels eerily similar to #PartyLife. Hangovers feel like the first trimester of pregnancy; Drunken emotions are just like pregnancy hormones; and don't even get us started on the peeing... Tune in to today's episode and reclaim your 'Mom'Star status. Today's episode was sponsored by Lucky + Me :: Comfy Ever After. Products featured: Grayson Boys Organic Cotton Boxer Brief...
The BxB Report
August 13, 2019 04:00 - 57 minutes - 39.8 MBExtra Extra! Read all about it! This episode, the ladies of BxB had the opportunity to discuss a few current events and gave their opinions on each. From students being threatened with foster care for unpaid lunch debt, to #BlackChyna and her mama drama with #TokyoToni, to the clothes we wear that our significant others HATE ... this episode covers it all! Tune in and share with a friend! ____________________________________________________________ Like what you heard? Get notified of the n...
The Breast is Yet to Come
August 06, 2019 06:00 - 52 minutes - 35.9 MBHappy World Breastfeeding Week! The World Alliance for Breastfeeding Action (WABA) is celebrating World Breastfeeding Week (WBW) August 1-7, 2019. In honor of this illustrious week, the ladies of BxB are discussing all things breastfeeding. As moms, we ALL know breastfeeding is TOUGH! Although its considered to be the 'natural' thing to do, it doesn't come naturally to everyone. Tune in as Ericka, Kay Alex, and Casey Renae discuss their individual journeys with nursing, pumping, and everythi...
The Great Debate
July 30, 2019 06:00 - 55 minutes - 38.4 MBIn any relationship, there will be disagreements. But how do you handle disagreements when the children are around? The ladies of BxB discuss arguing in front of the kids, the "correct" way to do it (according to psychologists), and they even propose solutions to incorporate into their own lives. Look at that...Self Help *side eye*. _______________________________________________________ Like what you heard? Get notified of the newest episodes by subscribing. Don't forget to rate and review...
The Prevailing Woman | with Sabrina Seymore
July 23, 2019 05:00 - 57 minutes - 39.3 MBIn this week's episode we welcomed our very first guest! Ladies and Gents, let's welcome Sabrina Seymore! Sabrina is a wife, mom of two boys, the founder of Sabrina Seymore Events, Prevailing Woman Magazine, and the curator of the She Prevails womens' empowerment event. Our very own Kay Alex is also a panelist at this year's conference! The ladies of BxB introduced a new segment called 'Straight Shots' (a version of 'This or That') and 'This Round's on You,' where guests give their take on t...
Peek-a-Boo Baby
July 16, 2019 06:00 - 48 minutes - 33.1 MBAfter discussing pregnancy and postpartum in episodes 14 and 15, the ladies of BxB felt it in their hearts to speak on baby. But not just any baby topic. Today's topic covers the Peek-a-Boo Baby. You know, the baby who you only catch 'special' glimpses of on the social media: the baby's big toe, a curly tendril, or a tiny hand. The Blue Ivy Effect, if you will. Join KayAlex, Ericka, and Casey Renae as they discuss newborn introductions on social media, the dangers, and the possible underlyin...
Ain't No Glow Up
July 09, 2019 06:00 - 1 hour - 42.5 MBKeeping up with the pregnancy theme from last week's episode, "Once Upon a Pregnancy", the ladies of BxB explore some of the post-partum and "vanity" aspects of having a baby. Glow? No, that's sweat. Swollen Feet, Nope, they've officially grown a size! All of the "supposedly" beautiful aspects of pregnancy didn't quite hit us. What say you? ________________________________________________________ Like what you heard? Get notified of the newest episodes by subscribing. Don't forget to rate...
Once Upon a Pregnancy
July 02, 2019 06:00 - 1 hour - 45.4 MBOnce upon a time not long ago, a girl received a positive pregnancy test and life, as she knew it, was changed forever. Tune in as the ladies of BxB reminisce on pregnancy days gone by, and discuss the good, the bad, and the U-G-L-Y. ________________________________________________________ Like what you heard? Get notified of the newest episodes by subscribing. Don't forget to rate and review, too! Follow @babiesxbellinis on Instagram and hashtag #BabiesxBellinis to join in on our conver...
Babies x Brewskies: Uncovered
June 25, 2019 06:00 - 1 hour - 42.5 MBSooo.... the men had a lot to say in last week's Father's Day episode, Babies x Brewskies. Some valid points; some...stretching...of the truth *side-eye* The ladies of Babies x Bellinis came back to 'clear the air' in a few areas and to point out just where the men got it twisted. If you haven't listened in to last week's episode, tune in there before listening to this one. We promise it will be worth it. ;) _________________________________________________________ Like what you heard? Get ...
Babies x Brewskies
June 18, 2019 04:00 - 51 minutes - 35.6 MBHappy Favus Day! In honor of the Father's Day holiday, the ladies of BxB handed the mics over to the dads. Ladies & Gents, we present to you ... Babies x Brewskies! Listen in as Jamel (Ericka), Julian (KayAlex), and Kyle (Casey Renae) discuss fatherhood: the joys, the challenges, and even some rebuttals to past Babies x Bellinis episode topics. Share this one with the dad/husband/partner in your life! _________________________________________________________ Like what you heard? Get notifie...
The Rules of Engagement
June 11, 2019 06:00 - 44 minutes - 20.3 MBMotherhood is a balancing act and each definition of balance differs for each mom. There are no rules to how YOU parent. The only real rules are, do the best you can and keep your children alive, happy, healthy, and thriving. Anything else in between is fair game. Listen in as the ladies of BxB discuss what their 'balance' looks like, and in honor of the upcoming Father's Day holiday, Five Things Moms want Dads to Know -- as told by Babies x Bellinis. ________________________________________...
Love Yourz
June 04, 2019 06:00 - 53 minutes - 24.6 MBWoo-Hoo!!! We've reached our 10th EPISODE!!! Thank you all for rocking out with us thus far! We are so appreciative and enjoying the ride so far :) If you're reading this, just know, you are OUR PEOPLE. You get us, you feel us, and we haven't offended you with all of our vents and 'F' bombs! HarpersBazaar.com posted an article about a study by Behavioral Scientist, Paul Dolan, that concluded, "Women are happier without marriage and children." Hmm... Listen in as the ladies of BxB discuss t...
Rhymes with 'Shmashmortion'
May 28, 2019 06:00 - 59 minutes - 27.4 MB"It Rhymes with 'Shmashmortion.' - Knocked Up Ever since '45' came into our presidential lives, we've felt like we are living in the Twilight Zone. Politics isn't our usual thing, but this, this sh*t right here, is wild. Listen in as BxB discusses the ban on abortions. ____________________________________________________________________ Like what you heard? Get notified of the newest episodes by subscribing. Don't forget to rate and review, too! Follow @BabiesxBellinis on Instagram and ...
Is Motherhood a Job?
May 21, 2019 06:00 - 1 hour - 29 MBMoms aren't just moms. According to salary.com, moms are dietitians, recreational therapists, staff nurses, event planners, judges, photographers, janitors -- and the list goes on. To sum it up, motherhood is not just one job, it is a hybrid role of many jobs. Translation: Everything...Mom's are EVERYTHING. If mom's were paid to do everything they do, they would earn up to $162k/year! And that's before factoring in any full-time or part-time jobs that generate an actual paycheck. What do you...
Room Service x Rosé
May 14, 2019 06:00 - 49 minutes - 22.7 MBHappy Muvas Day! Yes, Mother's Day is an incredibly special day, but who says you have to spend the entire Mother's Day weekend with the people who made you a mother? Listen in as BxB discusses how they celebrate themselves with Room Service x Rosé. The girls also dive into the Ayesha Curry, 'outside attention' topic. ______________________________________________________________________ Like what you heard? Get notified of the newest episodes by subscribing. Don't forget to rate and revi...
Meet the Godparents
May 07, 2019 06:00 - 1 hour - 31.3 MBFun Fact: Did you know the official definition of a godparent is the person who presents a child at the baptism/christening and promises to take responsibility for their religious education? The role can also entail being the child's potential guardian (with formalities, of course). Deep stuff, right? So how in the heck has it become so diluted in our community today? Basically, Godparent = Best Friend now. What do you do when a Godparent isn't 'performing' as expected? And who made up the ...
Never Will I Ever
April 30, 2019 06:00 - 55 minutes - 25.6 MBMy child will never eat McDonald's...All Organic Everything...My child will never walk around with a snotty nose..My child will never...STOP! Try this one: Never will I ever say what I will never do as a parent! Why...Because YOU DON'T KNOW! Tune in as BxB discusses some of the things they said they would never do as parents and some of the "unsolicited advice" others have shared. _________________________________________________________________ Follow @BabiesxBellinis on Instagram and hasht...
Relationship Changes After Baby
April 23, 2019 06:00 - 50 minutes - 23.1 MB'First comes love, then comes marriage, then comes a baby in the baby carriage.' And then mommy turns into a raging ball of hormones and never wants to be touched by daddy again...ever. Did the pregnancy books and nursery rhymes leave this part out? From your new body, to new sexual desires (or lack thereof), to new bedtime outfits (hey, three-day old sweatpants). Tune in as the girls discuss relationship changes with your significant other. _______________________________________________...
Mentally Maxed Out
April 16, 2019 07:00 - 42 minutes - 19.3 MBMoms are made out to be superheroes. But, you know what? Sometimes WE. JUST. CANT. Listen in as BxB discusses being at full mental capacity and checking out for a few. Saying ‘no’ can be therapeutic. Say it with us, ‘NO!’ The subscriber you have reached is mentally unavailable. _________________________________________________________________ Follow @BabiesxBellinis on Instagram and hashtag #BabiesxBellinis to join in on our conversations. Submit topic suggestions and questions in the c...
It's an Extrava-GRAM-za!
April 09, 2019 06:00 - 37 minutes - 17.1 MBThey ask me, 'What I do and who i do it for?' The 'gram. All I want for my birthday is ... an Instagram worthy celebration. From hashtags to geo-filters, to over-the-top themes and lavish grand entrances. Celebrating milestones has become a huge production on social media, but really looks like mayhem behind the scenes. When is enough enough? And begs the real question, 'Are we doing it for Us or the Gram?" __________________________________________________________ Follow @BabiesxBellinis...
Making Friends with Moms
April 02, 2019 10:00 - 38 minutes - 17.7 MBMaking friends is hard. Making friends with other Moms, even harder. It’s hard enough navigating awkward conversations--because mom-shaming is real--everyone thinks their way is better, maybe their parenting style does not match yours, etc. Beyond all that, will this other mom drink and gossip with me? Listen in as the girls unpack their experiences with making--or attempting to make--friends with other moms. Follow @BabiesxBellinis on Instagram and hashtag #BabiesxBellinis to join in on ...
Babies x Bellinis is . . .
April 02, 2019 08:00 - 9 minutes - 4.24 MBWhat is Babies x Bellinis? Ericka, KayAlex, and Casey Renae introduce themselves, their parenting styles, and their definition and hope for Babies x Bellinis. Follow @BabiesxBellinis on Instagram and hashtag #BabiesxBellinis to join in on our conversations. Submit topic suggestions and questions in the contact section at babiesxbellinis.com. Keep the conversation going and the drinks flowing!