Episodes
Lead Exposure with Tampons?!
Tampons have been shown to contain endocrine disruptive chemicals (EDCs). A recent study now shows that tampons contain metals such as lead which can have deleterious effect on the body. Given that tampons are the most freque...
Testing Pregnant Women
Should pregnant and lactating women be participant in clinical drug trials? The National Academies of Science, Engineering and Medicine have published a Consensus Study Report to address how those involved in such clinical dr...
Should pregnant women be in clinical trials?
This is imporant! Medication has to be approved by FDA before it can be offered to the public. Since 1962, clinical trials have not included pregnant women. Why? Drugs such as thalidomide and DES (diethylstilbestrol) were giv...
Mom & daughter
Your baby is growing up. What do you say? How do you prepare her for the physical, mental, hormonal changes that are happening to her body. It's a challenging time for both of you. How to discuss anatomy, her menses, sexualit...
40 Weeks - Prenatal labs
40 Weeks is the name of our new segment dedicated to eliminating maternal racial disparities and reducing maternal mortality. We discuss basic questions about pregnancy. We answer questions from pregnant women that often go u...
Let your light shine - My story..
Each of us has a story of triumphs, failures, loves and losses. Many of us are reluctant to share our stories. Why share? Why expose yourself to negative comments and trolls. We know that have had to endure such negativity....
My daughter & her first menstrual cycle. What do I say?
Welcome to Black Women's Health podcast which has become a platform to advocate for, promote and to answers all those questions that you can't seem to get answered. Here's a daunting topic - your daughter has started her mens...
40 Weeks- How many prenatal visits? Am I high risk?
Welcome to 40 Weeks - a segment dedicated to 1) providing information and 2 ) working to reduce maternal mortality . Here were explore questions you may have regarding pregnancy which never got answered, concerns which may ha...
Burn-out .
Burn - out is common. There is a high probability that your primary care doctor, your OBGYN and that doctor you saw in the ER hhas burnout. Minority and female physicians have a greater risk of burn-out. This is not only a p...
Today's Woman- "I need you to explain.."
We're broadening our horizon, because Black Woman's Podcast has become a platform for women, focusing on Black Women. We've started a mini-series called "40 weeks" discussing pregnancy related issues as we work to eliminate r...
Black Women's Health Podcast.. "what had happened?!"
Like being in labor.. it's not always easy. And it's taken longer than we wanted. However, we are delivering- starting with "40 weeks" a mini-series with "need to know" basic information about pregnancy that you may have been...
The Joys of Aging: Ask a Black Womn
Peri- menopausal? Post -menopausal? Where are the joys of aging.
Need help. Listen to a Black Woman.
1. Maya Angelou - describes aging as "delicious" https://youtu.be/VNT9xqu9oJE?si=ZxY42X0TW1PY4JiI 2. Gayle King demonstrate...
Voices of Black Women - Let's think about this..
Tuskegee Syphilis Study - Henrietta Lacks - Holmesburg Prison, etc etc etc
Is it any wonder that Black person haven't chosen to participate in medical studies.
For decades, other persons and and other companies profited from ...
Clearblue Menopause Stage Indicator- do you need it?
Lastest buzz, Swiss Precision Diagnostics (SPD) the company that created Clearblue pregnancy tests, ovulation tests has created a test to help identify a woman's respective menopause stage. There's an app- Clearblue Me - whic...
Innovating Against Pre-eclampsia
Pre-eclampsia is a cause of maternal and infant morbidity. A conversation with Dr. Tania Kamphaus, Associate Vice President, Science Partnerships and Director of Patient Engagements at FNIH (Foundation for the National Instit...
From Urologist to Sexual Health Specialist
As a urologist, Dr. Uloko was trained to address urologic and sexual issues of her male patients. However, when her female patients had a sexual concern, there were no protocols or best practices to follow. Her practice has d...
Psychology in Design: A Black Interior Designer's Perspective
A conversation with an Interior Designer about understanding 1) the profound impact of design choices on our mental and emotional well being and 2) how spaces can shape our thoughts, behaviours and overall health. The premise...
Unpacking Self-Managed Abortion
In this vitl episode of "Unpacking Self-Managed Abortion" we delve into the pressing concerns and essential discussions surrounding self-managed abortions. We look at the intricacies of how to procure crucial medications; mif...
Black Lives Matter: Support, Celebrate, Collaborate
Black Lives Matter: Support, Celebrate, Collaborate. In this captivating episode, we explore the world of Ms Rolanda Wilkins , Mama Ro, and her tireless efforts in community building and personal empowerment. From the groundb...
Honoring Women: Mama Ro Remembers
During Women's History Month, Mama Ro (Rolanda Wilkins) an activist and advocate for women remembers the work of other Black women such as Kathryn Hall-Trujillo, creator of the Birthing Project and Judge Alice Lytle, an advoc...
Beyond the Plate: Veganism and Spiritual Awakening
In "Beyond the Plate: Veganism and Spiritual Awakening" Beverly sharea how a raw vegan diet served as a gateway to a richer spiritual life. Listen to her compelling story of how she found unexpected spiritual growth after com...
Raw & Real: While Raising Children
Raw & Real: While Raising Children looks into the life of a Black Woman who went from "pork loving" and "sugar addicted" to raw as she commits to raising her two children as raw vegans. At a time when her choices were far fro...
From Chitlins to Raw Vegan: A Healing Journey. Why change?
From Chitlin's to Raw Vegan: A Healing Journey dives into the transformative power of a raw vegan lifestyle. Inspired by the legendary works of Alvenia Fulton, Dick Gregory and others, this podcast episode explores the profou...
Shoulder dystocia- what you need to know
An unfortunate delivery in Georgia prompted this podcast. This podcast discussed the cardinal movements of labor, gestational diabetes and shoulder dystocia. Have a listen and send a pray to the family.