Episodes
It started with a headache..
.. the day her life changed. Her story demonstrates just how precarious life can be. We see in her story both the excellence and the failure of our US healthcare system. Hear her resilience. May it inspire you whatever your c...
Managing stress
How you choose to manage your stress is your choice. There are positive and negative ways to manage stress. The choice is often dependent of what you believe..
Cesarean section
The most common abdominal surgery.. should it be a standardized best practice on how to perform or should the surgeon decide her/his own preferences?
What do you do?
What do you do when things don’t go as expected? This is what I try to do in those situations. Does it always work for me? No. Why do I continue with it??It’s the best and most expedient option that I have.
Hypnotherapy to control urinary urge incontinence
Study suggests hypnotherapy is effective in helping to control urinary urge incontinence. Should you try it? Consider the following, consult with your health provider, decide.
Do you have the necessary discipline to eliminate stress, to achieve your goals?
Major revelation- goals ie being happy, less stress are achievable IF you have the requisite discipline (mental fortitude). Sharing & hoping this helps you.
Failing miserably
Sometimes you just fall short. I did yesterday - in front of others. The worse part of it all was the negative self talk.
The challenge of being a caregiver
Tired, drained and resentful - no more. Hoping this resonates and helps someone in a similar position.
Learning to de-stress and to prioritize.
Are the demands of life overwhelming you? Not enjoying your life, feeling unappreciated. This message is for you.
The Black Woman’s Health Directory
Who? Why? What? https://www.theblackwomanshealthdirectory.com An idea whose time has come.
Tailor your health care
Morning muse: More services ie labs, prescription refills are becoming available online. They offer convenience and at times less cost. Are they are good idea? Should you use these services? Are they safe? And what is the med...
Hammers, nails, crane -are they in your future?
The construction industry is needs works - from laborers to tradespeople to construction managers.. but is it an industry women should consider? And why talk about it on a Black Women’s Health podcast?..check it out.
2021 RECAP
Correction: maternal mortality= number of deaths during pregnancy or within 42 days postpartum. “God willing and the creek don’t rise” see you in 2022
First pregnancy - and the delivery didn’t go as planned
A beautiful recounting of a birth with unexpected complications, a mother’s love and overcoming
What if it’s you?
Diagnosed with a rather blood disorder only to find out that her only child also has it. Hear her story of navigating through the unknown. Listen to her strength, how she maneuvered through our healthcare system and what she ...
The proof is in the pudding..
Abnormal uterine bleeding responding to a change in diet. Hear her tell it..
What are you eating?
Food is medicine. And one of the healthiest thing you can do for yourself is to eat well. Whether you shop for your food at the Dollar Store or at Whole Foods, this dietician wants you to know that you can improve your health...
The Saran Strategy
She's 30 years old, making moves and trying to help other women along the way. It's real and raw.. You can watch the youtube video: https://youtu.be/mQ1zM_orZ84
“Is today my day to die?”
A “long hauler’s” story.. infected with the Covid virus, not sick enough to be hospitalized, plagued with lingering symptoms. Listen to her journey from wanting her doctor to not be dismissive of her symptoms to finding the h...
PART FOUR: Introducing Ms. Nicole Kenney
She’s a winner in life. She’s a winner of the Philadelphia Well City Wide Challenge. Learn about “Hey, Auntie”- Black women helping other Black women. Learn how you can help.