All posts by: Joanna Coatney

5 Self-Care Tips for the Busy-Body

Hey y’all! It’s International Self-Care Day, and you know your girl is BIG on self-care. One of the biggest misconceptions around self-care is that a lot of time is required.... Read More

Mommi on a Mission: My Motherhood Journey

Before my husband and I had ever started trying to conceive, I had already had plenty of conversations with myself as well as external dialogue with my husband about the... Read More

5 Fun and Flirty Date Night Ideas

“Friday is date night. What do you want to do?” “Hmm. I don’t know. What do you want to do?” “Ummm, it’s YOUR turn to plan the date.” “Oh yeah.... Read More

Black Girl Magic Personified

Every day, we go through life’s daily tasks without even thinking. Some of the things we do could really be done in our sleep. Why? Because in this day and... Read More

3 Mental Roadblocks to a Healthier You and How to Overcome Them

Fitness. It’s one of those things where either you love it or you hate it. Quite honestly, most people either hate it or have a love-hate relationship with it. Very... Read More

A Fall From Grace: My Secret Struggle

Hey there! How are you? I cannot believe I’m about to share this with you, but the guilt is eating me alive. There is something I’ve been struggling with lately... Read More

B.L.A.C.K. F.A.T.H.E.R.S: Breaking the Stereotypes of Karen

There are a lot of people who have a whole lot to say about Black fathers. A lot of which are negative stereotypes that have been used to generalize an... Read More

If I Were A Dad

If I were a dad, even just for a day I’d sleep in like I ain’t got no kids 'cause I know their mom is gonna make sure they’re ok I’d say stuff... Read More

Son, I’m Sorry: A Letter To My Little Black Boy

Dear Son…I’m so sorry I’m sorry that I didn’t listen to that voice in my head To the doubt that whispered in my ear I told myself it may not... Read More

Protect Your Crown! Tips on Finding the Perfect Protective Hairstyle

Hey, Ladies! Let's talk natural hair. If you're like me, you may have a love-hate relationship with your hair. One day she's beautiful and laying just the way you want... Read More

Quarantine Almost Ruined Us

There’s an old saying that says, “You never really know what you’ve got until it’s gone.” Well, quarantine has taught me a totally different phrase. “You never really know what... Read More

Christmas: It Ain’t About You, Boo!

If you follow me on Instagram and read my posts, you may have seen the one where I talked about how Christmas is my favorite holiday. In that post I... Read More

Parenting My Son, The Overachiever

I remember it like it was yesterday. The day my son was born was CRAZY, to say the least. It was also absolutely amazing at the same time. I will... Read More

What Lies Beneath: Conflict In Marriage

I remember it just like it was yesterday. July 28, 2012 was the day I married my husband. The day wasn’t flawless, but it was absolutely amazing. The honeymoon afterwards... Read More

Healthy Lifestyle: 4 Ways To Remain Consistent

NEVER MISS A MONDAY!!! Lord, it’s Monday. Not today, Satan! (hits snooze and rolls back over) WOOT WOOT! WORKOUT WEDNESDAY!!! Hump Day can holla at me later! IT’S FITNESS FRIDAY!!!... Read More

Coatneys Don’t Quit! My Breastfeeding Journey

While crying and complaining to my husband about the difficulties that came with nursing, he said something to me that he says often. “Coatneys don’t quit!” In my head, I... Read More

Misconceptions Of The “S” Word

This right here is something that we have a hard time talking about. For some women, as soon as the topic is brought up, we shut down. I mean, think... Read More

Beat The Heat: 5 Ways to Prevent Hot Car Deaths

Although it is possible to prevent hot car deaths, kids are still dying in hot cars at an alarming rate. According to a Forbes article, 2018 was the deadliest year... Read More

Essence Fest: Girls Trip, No Kids Allowed!

To all of my fellow first time mommies out there, please listen up. Take care of you. Sometimes separation anxiety (for you and baby) and mommy guilt make it hard... Read More

To The NICU And Beyond

Days 1-2: After an entire 17 hours of labor, all I wanted to do was hold and kiss my baby and begin my breastfeeding journey. But I couldn’t. Due to... Read More

“You Left Me!” A Letter To My Father

Dear Daddy, I remember it like it was yesterday. A lot of the details I do not recall, but what I do remember, I remember vividly. I had to be... Read More

Ministry Leader or Mama Bear: The Conflict! (Part 2)

  When my son was born, it was a pretty traumatic experience for me. I won’t go into detail here, but if you haven’t read my blog about the day... Read More

Ministry Leader or Mama Bear: The Conflict!

Hey everybody, it’s Joanna! Thank you so much for stopping by! I hope you enjoy learning a little more about me in this blog. Where It All Began I was... Read More

When Nothing Goes As Planned: The Day I Became A Mom

I am filled with so many different emotions whenever I reflect on the day that I became a mom. This eventful day consisted of highs, lows, excitement, fear, frustration, happiness... Read More

Motherhood: God Created YOU for This!

If all of that is true (and I believe it is), then why is it sometimes difficult for us to walk confidently in our calling as the amazing moms that... Read More