Start to Finish Motherhood with Aisha

This Mash-Up episode revisits a foundational conversation from Black Single Mothers by Choice, updated with reflection and insight from parenting school-age children.

Medical systems don’t always protect Black women—and that reality becomes especially clear during fertility care, pregnancy, and parenting. In this powerful...

This Mash-Up episode revisits a foundational conversation from Black Single Mothers by Choice, updated with reflection and insight from parenting school-age children.

What does dating look like when you’re parenting with intention, protecting your peace, and honor...

This Mash-Up episode revisits a foundational conversation from Black Single Mothers by Choice, updated with reflection and insight from parenting school-age children.

Choosing a sperm donor is one of the most personal and layered decisions in the Single Mother by ...

This Mash-Up episode revisits a foundational conversation from Black Single Mothers by Choice, updated with reflection and insight from parenting school-age children.

When you’re starting or expanding your family as a Single Mother by Choice, understanding your fertility options matters. In this mash-up episode, Aisha rev...

This Mash-Up episode revisits a foundational conversation from Black Single Mothers by Choice, updated with reflection and insight from parenting school-age children.

What does it actually mean to be a Single Mother by Choice—and why does clarity matter so much at the beginning of the journey? In this foundational mash-up...

For Black Single Mothers by Choice continuing the journey, these Mash-Up episodes revisit early conversations with new insight from parenting school-age children.

What happens when you pause long enough to reflect—a...

In this heartfelt holiday update, Aisha returns to share gratitude, reflection, and a beautiful glimpse into what’s next for the Start to Finish Motherhood community. After an intense year balancing career growth, motherhood, and personal evolution, she takes a moment to slow down, acknowledge how far we’ve come, and celebrate the resilience and love that has carried us through.

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In this reflective closing episode of season four, Aisha shares her journey through personal challenges, including navigating a toxic work environment, prioritizing mental health, and embracing change. She discusses the importance of support systems, self-care, and taking time to find clarity in life decisions. Aisha emphasizes th...

In this episode, Aisha recounts her transformative 24-day vacation with her two children. Sharing the logistics, cost analysis, and emotional highlights, she emphasizes the irreplaceable lifetime memories created despite a substantial expense of $8,000. The discussion touches on the importance of relaxation, the challenges of lang...

In this episode, Aisha shares insights and personal experiences on planning birthday parties, especially for kids. Highlighting the importance of simplicity, budgeting, and focusing on the child's enjoyment, she offers practical advice for parents navigating the challenges of birthday planning. The conversation includes age-specif...

Join Aisha in this super-sized and enlightening episode which delves into the vibrant lives of expat single mothers. Through an engaging panel discussion, they explore the unique challenges and joys of parenting abroad, from the decision to move for a fresh start to the day-to-day experiences that shape their new lives in Mexico. ...

In this episode, the host reflects on how becoming a parent has changed her life and discusses the challenges and joys of incorporating travel with kids. She shares a story about a trip to Sri Lanka that included a 16-hour layover in London, allowing her to meet a virtual friend, Nadine, and their children in person for the first ...

In this episode, we have an enlightening conversation with Dr. Natasha, also known as the Medical Tourism RN. We dive deep into important topics surrounding reproductive health, fertility options, and the growing trend of medical and fertility tourism. From understanding a basic fertility workup to navigating international healthc...

In this episode, host Aisha interviews Regine, the founder of SMBC Resources. Regine shares her journey as a solo mother by choice, including the personal and societal challenges she overcame. She discusses her motivation for creating SMBC Resources, a central hub offering a directory of experts, guides, scholarships, and tools fo...

In this episode, Aisha shares practical advice for single mothers traveling with children through a detailed recount of her family's 24-day trip to Sri Lanka. The episode captures snippets of their journey, featuring real-time reactions from her kids, tips for making the most of travel experiences, and the significance of cultural...

In this episode, we explore part two of building your Single Mother by Choice village. While part one focused on involving family members, here, we delve into expanding your support network within the global Single Mother by Choice community. You'll learn that connecting with just three to four like-minded single mothers by choice...

In this episode, we explore the unexpected surprise one parent experiences when her 7 year old daughter starts talking about Teslas. We discuss how Tesla has become a topic of conversation on playgrounds and among children. We also learn that black children need to see more people driving electric cars, so we talk about one person...

Aisha engages in aa funny, insightful and heartfelt conversation with her guest, Kimberly, about the challenges and strategies of dating as a Single Mother by Choice (SMC). Kimberly shares her personal journey of becoming an SMC, her experiences with the resilience needed to balance motherhood and dating, and detailed strategies f...

In this episode, Aisha and her guest, Jas (aka @blackexpatmom on IG), mom to a school age child who does summers abroad, discuss how to plan a summer sabbatical with children. Aisha has always loved traveling and is now ready to plan her first family sabbatical with her two daughters, who will be five and ten when they take the tr...