262: Baby Yams - Tatyana Ali

On this week’s episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast, we welcome Tatyana Ali — actress, singer, advocate, mother, and founder of Baby Yams.

You may know Tatyana from her iconic role as Ashley Banks on The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, or from her music, film, and television career — but in this powerful and personal conversation, we go beyond Hollywood to explore Tatyana’s heart for women, mothers and their babies, and social impact.

Tatyana is a Harvard graduate, a passionate advocate for women and children, and the founder of Baby Yams — a social enterprise working to combat the maternal and infant mortality crisis in Black communities and across America. Baby Yams centers the voices and lived experiences of mothers of color, while providing life-saving information, community, and support.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

✨ Tatyana’s journey from child star to activist and social entrepreneur;

✨ Why becoming a mother changed everything for her;

✨ How her own experience inspired the creation of Baby Yams and how the social enterprise is building a movement rooted in love, storytelling, culture, and care;

✨ The maternal and infant health crisis facing Black women and families in America;

✨ Why Tatyana believes storyteeling can change the world;

✨ And so much more!

Support the mission: Learn more about Baby Yams and their work to empower, inform, and support mothers and families: babyyams.com

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