Episodes

  • Balancing Work and Family Life Navigating the Challenges of Motherhood

    Balancing Work and Family Life Navigating the Challenges of Motherhood
    Jun 6 2024
    Summary The conversation revolves around the controversial commencement speech given by Harrison Butker, the field goal kicker of the Kansas City Chiefs, in which he emphasized the role of women as homemakers. The hosts and guest discuss the guilt and conflict that many women feel when balancing motherhood and career. They share personal experiences and highlight the importance of supportive spouses and breaking gender stereotypes. The conversation also touches on the historical context of women's roles and the need for a more inclusive and accommodating workforce. The conversation explores the challenges faced by working mothers and the need for a shift in corporate culture to support family ecosystems. The hosts discuss the disconnect between financial success and family relationships. They also touch on the balance between work and family life, the pressure to start businesses, and the high costs of childcare. The conversation then transitions to Kendra Bracken-Ferguson's book and her journey as an entrepreneur and mother. She shares her birth experience and the importance of setting non-negotiables and knowing when to pivot. In this conversation, Kendra Bracken-Ferguson shares her experiences of motherhood, including her journey through pre-eclampsia and post-eclampsia. She discusses the challenges of balancing work and motherhood, the importance of self-care, and the evolving dynamics of parenting as her child grows. Kendra emphasizes the need for flexibility and adaptability in motherhood and the importance of taking time for oneself. The conversation also touches on the support system needed during the postpartum period and the challenges faced by Black women in maternal health.
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    1 hr and 18 mins
  • The Fourth Trimester: Navigating the Challenges of New Motherhood

    The Fourth Trimester: Navigating the Challenges of New Motherhood
    May 30 2024
    The conversation discusses the 'Black Wife Effect' trend on TikTok, where non-Black men showcase how their lives have changed after marrying Black women. The hosts share their own experiences of transforming their partners' style and appearance. The guest, Dr. Tyrha M. Lindsey-Warren, talks about her journey to motherhood, including her struggles with infertility and the challenges she faced during pregnancy and childbirth. She emphasizes the importance of advocating for oneself in the healthcare system. The conversation also touches on the fourth trimester and the ongoing challenges of motherhood. In this conversation, Dr. Tyrha M. Lindsey-Warren shares her personal experience of the fourth trimester and the challenges she faced as a new mother. She discusses the physical and emotional toll of childbirth, the importance of self-care and healing, and the lack of support and understanding in the workplace. Dr. Lindsey-Warren emphasizes the need for women to advocate for themselves and prioritize their well-being during this transformative period. She also highlights the power of journaling as a tool for processing emotions and finding catharsis. Overall, the conversation sheds light on the often overlooked aspects of the postpartum journey and encourages women to embrace their own unique experiences.
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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • What's The Future Of Fourth Trimester Care? Postpartum Retreats Like PostPamper

    What's The Future Of Fourth Trimester Care? Postpartum Retreats Like PostPamper
    May 24 2024
    Katie McGinley, founder of Postpamper, discusses the importance of postpartum care and the need for a cultural shift in how society approaches and values it. She highlights the lack of support and resources for new mothers in the US compared to other countries. McGinley shares her vision for Postpamper, a postpartum retreat that provides 24/7 care, nourishing food, concierge services, and access to certified doulas. The retreat aims to create a healing and nurturing experience for families, filling the gap in postpartum support. Post Pamper is a retreat program that focuses on providing postpartum care and support for new parents. The program partners with certified doulas from Doulas of North County to offer 24/7 doula care, including an overnight nursery and on-demand support. Post Pamper has also partnered with Noble House Hotels and Resorts to provide a serene and pampering environment for the retreats. The retreats range from three to seven nights and cater to different family types, including moms, partners, and siblings. The goal of Post Pamper is to empower both parents and change the conversation around postpartum care.
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    55 mins
  • The Power of Belly Binding: C-Section Care with Princess McKinney-Kirk

    The Power of Belly Binding: C-Section Care with Princess McKinney-Kirk
    May 16 2024
    In this conversation, Nana Eyeson-Akiwowo and Marcia Cole discuss snapback culture and its impact on mothers. They are joined by Princess McKinney Kirk, the CEO of Bellybind and an expert in postpartum care. Princess explains that belly binding is a postpartum ritual that involves wrapping a long piece of fabric around the postpartum womb space to provide support and contour to the body. They discuss the pressure to snap back to pre-pregnancy bodies and emphasize the importance of self-acceptance and self-love. Princess also shares her personal experience with a C-section and how belly binding helped with her recovery. The conversation highlights the need for holistic postpartum care and the benefits of belly binding in supporting healing and well-being.
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    34 mins
  • From Renaissance Tour to Motherhood: Crystal Torres' Inspiring Story

    From Renaissance Tour to Motherhood: Crystal Torres' Inspiring Story
    May 9 2024
    In this episode of Healing After Birth, hosts Nana Eyeson-Akiwowo and Marcia Cole sit down with musician Crystal Torres, also known as Crystal the Indigo, who recently gained attention for performing on stage during the Renaissance Tour with Beyoncé while fully pregnant. Crystal shares her journey of motherhood, from her how she used telehealth services, to navigating Fourth Trimester life and parenthood. She discusses her stellar career being mentored by jazz greats like Roy Hargrove, her family's influence, and her path to healing and helping others through her music.
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    1 hr and 11 mins
  • How To Navigate A High-Risk Pregnancy with Dr. Plenty

    How To Navigate A High-Risk Pregnancy with Dr. Plenty
    Apr 18 2024
    In this episode, Nana Eyeson-Akiwowo and Marcia Cole discuss the tragic case of Jessica Pettway, a mom and wildly popular beauty influencer whose untimely demise from cervical cancer shook the internet. They are joined by Dr. Nicole Plenty, a double board-certified OBGYN and maternal fetal medicine physician, who sheds light on the importance of proper diagnosis and treatment for women's health, and highlights the need for second and even third opinions.The conversation highlights why the lack of knowledge impacts expectant mothers, unpacks the role maternal fetal medicine plays in high-risk pregnancies, and the challenges faced by Black and brown patients in accessing specialized care. Overall, the episode emphasizes the importance of advocating for one's health and the need for healthcare providers to address racial disparities in healthcare. The conversation explores the impact of stress and racism on maternal health, the importance of building trust in the healthcare system, addressing infertility and reproductive health, and debunking myths and misconceptions about maternal health.
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    49 mins
  • The Power and Purpose of Your Placenta for Postpartum Recovery

    The Power and Purpose of Your Placenta for Postpartum Recovery
    Apr 11 2024
    Join us to hear from Courtney Hall, a Certified Placenta Encapsulator MSW, LCSWA, CD (DONA)Owner of Bump.Baby.Bliss., who shares her birthing and Fourth Trimester journeys as a mother of three, discusses how placentas can be used for after birth recovery through menopause, the options mothers have to request their placenta, the reasons why having pre and postpartum care is a necessity, not a luxury, and why she opened Bump. Baby.Bliss, an all-inclusive Ultrasound Studio in Greensboro--the first of its kind in the state of North Carolina.
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    56 mins
  • HAB Trailer

    HAB Trailer
    Apr 1 2024
    We are excited to share with you our new podcast Healing After Birth. Now that you've found us please Subscribe, Follow, Rate and Comment wherever you get your podcasts.
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    1 min