Janna Kirkup speaks openly about her journey to motherhood and expanding her family to include her 2 sons who are black. She has an inspiring message for all Mama Bears and allies who are further exploring their responsibility in raising their kids to be kind. Her dream is to one day have her grandkids ask her about George Floyd and the cry for his Mom that changed the world and the way people of colour are treated in our society. This emotional discussion brings hope for our future generations with the type of conversations we are starting with them now. You can find resources Janna talks about in this episode on her personal Instagram profile with handle @janna_kirkup
[2:10] Who is Janna Kirkup
[4:40] Her journey to motherhood
[10:42] Transitioning from 1 to 3 overnight
[14:22] Conversations in her home about George Floyd
[16:35] White Privilege & White Fragility
[19:45] Protecting her boys with her privilege
[22:00] Jessie's recent experience
[24:20] Cultural opportunities in Edmonton
[28:39] How do we do better
[34:05] Calling all Moms
[36:01] Next generation responsibility
[38:01] Sherri tells her boys about racism
[40:48] Janna's vision of her grandkids
[43:44] Tipping point
[45:23] Where your dollars go
[49:00] How Janna wants to be remembered
"This can't be just a trend."
"If we are going to be better we have to learn. We have to be uncomfortable. We have to listen no matter how much it hurts us."
"We need to be better. We need to start earlier and be better."
"We have to normalise our differences and honour them."