The Letters and Layers Podcast

I struggled with discussing this on the podcast considering I am still fully processing what this decisions means for me, but my motivation ultimately was to offer comfort and support to other new mothers who may be facing similar challenges. I hope you listen to the end.

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Kicking off the month of June, I'm sharing part two of my labor and delivery story. Things did not go as expected, resulting in a myriad of emotions as I began my journey into motherhood. I hope you listen to the end.

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I wanted to take the opportunity on this episode to recount the first part of my labor and delivery story, not just for my beloved audience but for myself, so I'm always able to come back and listen. I had to document this life-changing experience and what better place to do it than here? I hope you listen to the end.

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Firing up the microphone for the first episode after giving birth means leaning heavily on consistency, slowly generating momentum again, and being ok with background noise. This is real life now! I took a few minutes this episode to check in and share whatever came to mind for me. Looks like this might become a series of sorts? We'll see! I hope you listen to the end.

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Happy April! Coming to you with some thoughts about the idea of rest as a Black woman transitioning into a period where I am de-prioritizing work and focusing on taking care of myself first. I also talk about an opportunity I applied for that I did not get, and how our "failures" are only part of our story and journey long-term. I hope you listen to the end.

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I spent this episode sharing some personal updates about how 3rd trimester had been for me so far, feelings around nearing the end of my pregnancy, and hopes I have for my postpartum experience. I hope you listen to the end.

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Happy March!

So happy to be kicking off this month with the second and final installment of my recap of Ms. Tina Knowles’ book Matriarch. I finished it before the end of the month as promised, and after my personal update, I talk about the most resonating themes and experiences in the book that I felt moved to share, specifically her journey with love and her long-term partners, and her learning to become her own self advocate...

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Coming to you half-way through the month with some helpful conversation around sleep. Many of us could use longer, better quality sleep at night and I wanted to share things that have worked for me along with recommendations I've shared with patients, family and friends (12:19). I hope you listed to the end!

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Happy February!

We are kicking off this month with the first installment of my thoughts on the book Matriarch by Ms. Tina Knowles. I have really enjoyed this memoir so far. Ms. Tina shares so much, and does a great job with chronicling pivotal moments in her life while also sharing much of her childhood, adolescence and young adulthood, and how all phases played a role in who she was a wife, and is as a mother and whole person. I sh...

Happy New Year!

I'm excited to fire up the microphone and reconnect with my listeners for the first episode of 2026. It is the 100th episode (!!!) and I can't believe the podcast has reached this point. I am immensely grateful to any and everyone who has listened and continues to do so.

After sharing an update on my holiday, I talk about the decision to put in my notice and leave one of my positions as a Psych NP (13:37). I discuss ...

We've made it to the final episode of the year and I feel so much gratitude for the success of this podcast this year and life personally. I used this episode to talk a little bit about my weekend and then shared what I'm thankful for this year. Lastly I talk about my hopes for 2026 - I'm looking forward to slowing all the way down and getting to know myself deeper as a woman who's transitioning into motherhood. I also talk about s...

Happy December!

As you can see from the title, I have some big news to share with my listeners, and am so happy to talk about what this pregnancy and journey to motherhood has been like for me so far. I hope you listen to the end.

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On this episode of The Letters & Layers, Podcast, I share my review of Hulu's new show All's Fair, and talk about the concept of the 10-year overnight success. I share some examples and honorable mentions that are meant to remind us that often the people we see in the spotlight have worked years to get to where they are and if you believe in what your doing, know that time is on your side. I hope you listen to the end.

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It's November!

The holiday season is upon us, and that can mean more socializing and being out more with friends and family. I had to do some personal reframing for myself last weekend as someone who struggled with friendships when younger, but has done the work to build a community over the years. The cost of maintaining friendships is time and energy, and 9 times out of 10, it is always worth it.

I also share a gentle reminder aro...

It is the middle of October and I am excited to bring you an episode focused solely on my thoughts of former Vice President Kamala Harris' new book 107 Days. It was a pleasure to read while also feeling strong empathy for her navigating the insurmountable task of campaigning to be President of the United States in only three and half months, and still also dealing with challenges only unique to Black women. I feel like I know and u...

Happy October!

I wanted to share on this episode a behavior I've been practicing more often lately, where I incorporate moments and periods of silence in my daily life. We are inundated with external stimuli every second of the day, so being more intentional about this has helped with feeling more grounded and connected to myself. I hope you listen to the end.

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On this episode of the podcast, I continue sharing my thoughts on Chimamanda's book Dream Count by highlighting four quotes and excerpts that make me laugh, think, and will stay with me for a long time. I hope you listen to the end.

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Happy September!

In celebration of the four year anniversary of this podcast, I decided to look back and spotlight the first episode that kicked off this amazing journey. Before doing so, I share some personal thoughts about what this podcast has meant to me and what I hope for the future. If you've never heard the first episode, you're in for a treat. Thank you as always for listening.

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On this episode of the podcast, I share my thoughts on the book Dream Count by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie. I talk about how the theme of dreams expands beyond the role of men in these characters lives, but also cannot ignore their impact on Chiamaka, Zikora, Omelogor and Kadiatou, for better or worse. I hope you listen to the end.

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