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S2E5 Finding peace
Grand risings, y’all. In this abbreviated episode of Black Mama Bearing, I’ll shares reflections for the moment we’re living in—when the world feels heavy and the headlines just keep coming. I offers…
S2E4 Let them be legendary: uplifting, black queer use with pride
In this Pride Month episode of Black Mama Bearing, l brings heart, heat, and healing to the mic with a fierce message for parents, caregivers, and anyone committed to showing up for Black queer…
S2E4 Navigating an Unsupportive Family With Love and Boundaries
When family doesn’t get it, your child still needs to know you do. This episode of Black Mama Bearing is a deep dive into affirming parenting for LGBTQ+ kids—especially in Black families—when support…
S2E3 Representation Is Resistance: Visibility and Healing for Queer Families
In this heartfelt episode of *Black Mama Bearing*, host Mel Mack explores the profound importance of representation for queer children and their families. From childhood memories to modern media, I…
S2E3 Raising Resilient, Not Hardened Queer Kids
In this episode of Black Mama Bearing, I unpack what it truly means to raise resilient—not hardened—queer children. Through powerful stories, affirming tools, and deep reflection, I explores how…
How we found our village/chosen family 101
In this tender episode, I will be sharing the heartbreaking loss of my best friend to suicide and reflecting on the importance of chosen family. I’ll explore it what it means to build the village…
Raising Queer Kids who are Free to be Themselves
Welcome back to Black Mama Bearing! In this powerful season opener, I kick off Season 2 with a deep dive into what it truly means to raise free queer children, and by raising free children, we free…
Single parenthood and raising a queer child
Grand Risings, family!Welcome to Episode 10 of the Black Mama Bearing Podcast! Can y'all believe we've made it through 10 episodes together? What a journey this has been! Whether you've been rocking…
Black History Month 2025
The Black Mama Bearing Podcast, hosted by Mel Mack, empowers parents to celebrate and support their queer Black children. Episode nine honors Black History Month by highlighting Bayard Rustin, a…
Radical Self Love, saves our sanity and allows us to love
How can we serve fierce allyship when we’re running on empty ourselves? Let’s get real about self-care—because showing up for our queer youth means showing up for ourselves first. Let’s give them the…
Gender Affirming Care + 1.20.25
Gender-affirming care isn’t the intimidating concept it’s often made out to be. In this episode, I guide parents and caregivers through the essential terms, options, and steps to help them better…
Churches that get it🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️
Searching for an affirming LGBTQIA2S+ church in your area can be like looking for a needle in a knitting basket. You know it’s there, but you cannot see it! There are quite a few resources out there,…
Enjoy your holiday. Talk to you on January 3, 2025
I’m taking a longer break than expected. Everything is good and I’m looking forward to enjoying time with family and friends. Please remember to breathe and do something amazing for yourself.…
Nonbinary people, let’s talk about what that means
Nonbinary individuals—those whose gender identity doesn’t fit strictly within the traditional categories of “male” or “female”—represent a growing part of the LGBTQIA2S community, and their…
Graditude
Your queer child’s identity is something to be proud of and grateful for. In addition, supporting your queer child is also something you should be proud of. Gratitude is finding something to be…
S1E3 HELP! There must be a resource that can support me and mine…
When you need help, where can you turn to? This episode offers some suggestions, websites and other resources that you can use to help encourage understanding and tolerance. Supporting our children…
Let’s talk about the alphabet (LGBTQIA2Spirit +🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️)
What do all of those letters stand for? (LGBTQIA2S+)The acronym LGBTQIA2S+ represents a diverse range of sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions. Each letter captures a unique aspect…
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Brief introductions of why I am doing this and just how important it is to support our queer children.
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Black Mama Bearing has published 18 episodes since October 2024, covering topics in Kids & Family, Parenting.
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