Start to Finish Motherhood with Aisha

About Start to Finish Motherhood with Aisha

Start to Finish Motherhood is a podcast for Black Single Mothers by Choice and women pursuing intentional / choice motherhood. It's a podcast for those thinking or already Single Mothers by Choice, just looking for practical advice for navigating life's relationships. When you decide to have children on your own, it doesn't mean that you're completely alone. Aisha is partnering with you every step of your journey. Hosted by Aisha (also host of the Black Single Mothers by Choice podcast).

Publisher

Aisha J

Category

kids & family · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

19 Jan 2023

Latest episode

21 Jun 2026

Latest episodes

1 of 122 episodes have a transcript.

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   21 Jun 2026TRANSCRIPT

   S5E17: Tips for Surviving Father’s Day as a Single Mother by Choice

   Aisha guides single mothers by choice through navigating Father's Day with emotional regulation and practical tools for child well-being.

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   6 May 2026

   *Rebroadcast, In Honor of Mother's Day* On A Mother's Legacy w/ Dawn Wright

   If this podcast has helped you in any way, consider buying me a coffee. No pressure. Just know it keeps the mic on. Mother’s Day Special — A Tribute to Single Mothers, Legacy, and the Power of Presence In this deeply moving Mother’s Day episode, Start to Finish Motherhood revisits a powerful conversation that honors the quiet strength, resilience, and lifelong impact of single mothers—particularly Black mothers raising children in spaces where they were never meant to thrive. This special rebroadcast features a heartfelt conversation with Dawn Wright, a globally respected scientist, educator, and the first Black person to reach the deepest part of the ocean. At its core, this episode is not about accolades—it is about legacy, mother–daughter bonds, and how one intentional parent can shape an entire life. This episode is for Single Mothers by Choice, solo parents, and anyone reflecting on the ways mothers influence identity, courage, and possibility. In this episode, you’ll hear: A moving tribute to a mother who raised her daughter as a single parent with integrity, vision, and unwavering belief Reflections on growing up as a “mom and child family” long before it was widely accepted How single mothers model leadership, adaptability, and courage for their children Stories of navigating race, belonging, and visibility across the U.S., Canada, and Hawaiʻi The importance of friendship, trust, and mutual respect in mother–daughter relationships How encouragement and curiosity can shape a child’s love of learning Why representation matters—especially for Black children imagining futures in STEM The role mentors, teachers, and community play alongside single parents What it means to be a “first,” and how to carry that responsibility with grace Why this work—equity, visibility, and opportunity—is a long game The conversation also explores how children internalize what they see modeled: resilience in the face of uncertainty, joy alongside hardship, and the confidence to imagine a life bigger than what the world may initially offer. This Mother’s Day episode is a reminder that single mothers do not raise children alone—they raise leaders, thinkers, and legacy builders. And often, they do so without recognition, applause, or safety nets—just love, clarity, and resolve. Learn More Explore the Challenger Deep expedition and related resources here: https://esriurl.com/challengeaccepted Stay Connected Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/starttofinishmotherhood YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StarttoFinishMotherhood Facebook Community Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/starttofinishmotherhood/

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   29 Apr 2026

   S5E16: Season Finale the Recap

   We made it, y'all. This is the Season 5 finale, and Aisha is reflecting on a season that was deeply personal, beautifully honest, and full of growth. Season 5 was the first of four planned mashup seasons, pulling from the archives of the original Black Single Mothers By Choice podcast and layering in fresh reflection from a 50-year-old vantage point. Here's a list of takeaways from what was covered, what evolved, and what's coming next. Key Takeaways The fertility industry is evolving in ways that matter for our kids. Get a financial planner before your finances are "ready." Medical advocacy for Black women is not optional. Trust yourself to make life-altering decisions, and build the right bench to support you. Legacy is not about a ladder. It's about the life you're actually building. Check out my friend Andrea's *New* podcast Disrupt.Delete.Reset Coming Next: Season 6 is a mashup season releasing in Winter 2026. Connect With Me: Instagram: @starttofinishmotherhood Email: aisha@starttofinishmotherhood.com Support the show: starttofinishmotherhood.com/coffee

Inside a recent episode

S5E17: Tips for Surviving Father’s Day as a Single Mother by Choice

Published 21 Jun 2026 · Transcript excerpt

[…] We don't do much of those in the elementary school. So I have not had to even see that. a gendered holiday gift in my last few years because they just don't do it anymore at school. But outside of school, I would caution the SMCs to really decide how you want to spend that day, get your emotions in order. […]

Who has been a guest on Start to Finish Motherhood with Aisha

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Regine
• Clinton
• Kimberly
• Jas

Reach and audience

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YouTube views

16,839

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

4.9 / 5

25 ratings

Spotify

4.9 / 5

12 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 60 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

67

Social presence

0

YouTube

85

Engagement

51

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