The Eavesdrop

Sakesa Berry is the owner of Love n Touch (a traditional home birthing service), she is a traditional Community Midwife, Birth Justice Activist, and community leader for black birth workers throughout Metro Atlanta. She is the founder and director of the Atlanta Doula Collective. She has joined us on the Eavesdrop to explore the difference between a midwife and obstetrician, different environments...

Welcome to Episode 90 of The Eavesdrop Podcast! We are just 10 episodes away from celebrating our 100th episode!! This is amazing and I am excited about whats to come for The Eavesdrop Community! During the episode, Dr. Battle was a featured guest on "Now you see it: A mental Health Podcast" hosted by Charlotte Herring. On this podcast we discuss how women can take care of themselves hol...

In this episode we explore self-worth. We discuss what it means to have a sense of self-worth, how does it differ from self-esteem. We also discuss why self-worth is important and how you can build upon or develop a better sense of self-worth! Get up close and personal with Dr. Battle as she has a one on one conversation about self-worth with The Eavesdrop Family! Show Mentions The Eavesdrop Podca...

On this episode of The Eavesdrop, we have a candid conversation about Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome with Restorative Nutrition and Wellness Coach, Amanda Rae! Not only she a coach, but she is a PCOS expert and Registered Nurse! During today's episode we talk about What PCOS is, signs and symptoms of PCOS, nutrition and supplementation, and how you can heal your symptoms naturally (without the u...

Join The Eavesdrop Podcast as we have a candid conversation with Dr. Nicole Monteiro, (psychologist, mental health expert, researcher, and consultant) about the importance of making the mind, body connection, taking care of our mental health, high functioning depression and anxiety, and suicide prevention. This conversation is power-packed with so many useful gems! You don't want to miss this...

You asked and I delivered! A few of my wonderful listeners requested an episode about menopause and I was more than happy to fulfill their request! Menopause is a phase of life that is different for all women! The transition to menopause can be graceful for some women or can be a challenge for others. Today, we have a conversation with Dr. Barbara Noel, OB/GYN (Noel Gynecology) to discuss the defi...

Do you suffer from recurrent vaginal infections? Ever thought it may be because of your underwear choice? Join The Eavesdrop Podcast as we have a conversation with Jessica Krupa, owner and intimate designer for Panty Promise (an organic intimate wear line). We discuss what you should know before purchasing underwear, how to prevent purchasing intimates that could expose you to harmful materials an...

On this episode of the Eavesdrop Dr. Shalonna Battle shares some exciting news! Join the podcast as we have an informative conversation about how common cosmetic and home good products can be potentially toxic to your overall and reproductive health. Dr Hua discusses how common products that are used on a daily basis can lead to infertility, gynecological issues, and cancer. She also discusses alt...

Does your job stress you out? Do you encounter microaggression and gas lighting at work? Do you want a raise, but don't know how to ask for it? Do you want to start your own business, but you don't have the confidence or courage to move forward with it?  If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this episode was created just for you. Join The Eavesdrop as we have a candid conve...

I know its been a while Eavesdrop Family! But we are back! In the first episode of the year we will discuss goal setting for the New Year! Learn 6 ways to be successful at the new goal you have set for the New Year! If you already feel like giving up, need more motivation, or need tips on how to be successful in 2023, be sure to tune in and Eavesdrop on the good stuff!  The Eavesdrop Podcast The E...

Finding a lump in your breast can be terrifying. Whether it is discovered during a routine physical, self-exam, or incidentally when you’re putting on deodorant, it’s understandable that most might imagine the worst when they notice something in their body that should not be there. This is the fear that most women have and unfortunately, this same fear may keep some women from going to the doctor....

Before you make that New Year's Resolution, listen to this episode of The Eavesdrop. For this episode, I have invited Pamela Davis back to the show to have a conversation about making positive/healthy lifestyle changes in our lives! We will discuss, what it means to make positive lifestyle changes, barriers to making lifestyle changes and how we can overcome personal barriers, setting healthy...

Welcome to Season 6 of The Eavesdrop! The podcast is celebrating 2 years of service to women all over the world! Yes all over the world. This podcast has been featured in over 20 countries since it's existence AND WE ARE GLAD ABOUT IT!!! Join this episode of The Eavesdrop as we take a trip down memory lane and visit eight of the top listened to and downloaded episodes! Be inspired, entertaine...

On this episode of The Eavesdrop, we explore living a life full of purpose! Join The Eavesdrop as we have a candid discussion with Pastor and host of the living purposefully podcast, Fleura "Flo" Maitre about discovering our life's purpose, discovering our gifts, and so much more! This episode is packed with gems to live by, so be sure to tune in and eavesdrop on the good stuff!  Sh...

Join The Eavesdrop as we have a candid conversation about healthy living for children. Iselyn Hamilton Austin is a family nurse practitioner with a specialty in pediatrics. She is the author of several children's books and an advocate for healthy living for children in her community. During this episode we discuss holistic pediatric care, childhood obesity and how to prevent/resolve it, and h...

Syncing your lifestyle and diet habits with the different phases of the menstrual cycle may help balance hormones and provide additional health benefits for those who menstruate. If you are like most women, you may experience unwanted symptoms or you may feel unbalanced during certain phases of the menstrual cycle. Cycle syncing is a concept that may help women be in synchrony with their hormones,...

In this episode of The Eavesdrop Podcast, I have a candid conversation about African American Women and fertility with Dr. Kertia Duga who is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor, Fertility Specialist, and Creator of She Does Medicine, an online Natural & Integrative Women’s Health and Fertility Clinic. Join us as we talk about weathering and the fertility health of African American Women. We also t...

On episode 73 of The Eavesdrop Podcast, Dr. Catherine Newry, a Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine who specializes in women's hormonal health is on the show to discuss hormonal health. We will discuss how hormones affect menstrual changes and how we can naturally control PMS, PMDD, and menopausal changes. She will also address hormones and weight loss and so much more.  Show Mentions Dr. Catherin...

In this episode Leslie Lew discussed how to develop a self-defense mindset, a mindset that will help you defeat everyday mental challenges such as hostile work environments, life stressors, microaggression, and self doubt/ low self-esteem. This episode will also cover how to set healthy boundaries and make yourself a priority. Leslie also provides self-defense tips that all women should know in or...

Join in on the conversation as we have a candid conversation with Vernelia Mcknight about Ovarian Cancer Awareness. As she talks about her life journey after having an ovarian cancer diagnosis, one cannot help but to be inspired. Listen in as Vernelia talks about her personal journey with ovarian cancer, commonly missed signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer, genetic screening, early diagnosis, advo...

In this episode we will explore depression and anxiety. We will discuss the signs and symptoms of depression and anxiety, common conventional therapies, and holistic approaches to managing symptoms. Join us as we have this important conversation with Charlotte Herring, an experienced Nurse Practitioner, Mind-Body Connection Coach with over a decade of clinical experience. You don't want to mi...

In this episode we discuss the benefits of Cord Blood Banking with Jamie Andersen, Cord Blood Banking Educator for Cryo-cell, Inc. In this episode we discuss what all new and expecting parents should know about the opportunity of cord blood banking. Cord blood banking is an option for parents who want to preserve the blood of the umbilical cord and placenta of their baby as "insurance" t...

In this episode we discuss several things you should know before your next GYN appointment. After listening to this episode you will be ready and prepared to advocate for yourself during your next visit with your doctor. Eavesdrop on the good stuff! Be informed!

Do you suffer from chronic vulva/vaginal pain and discomfort? Have you never been able to insert a Tampon because it hurts? Is sex unbearable? Do you have discomfort with simple things like wearing underwear, performing hygiene and self care? If you answered yes to more than one of these, you may want to listen to this episode! Vulvodynia and Vestibulodynia are two conditions that occur more often...

This episode is reviews body image and how it affects Women's Health. Dr. Shalonna Battle has an intimate conversation about the types of body image challenges that women face, signs and symptoms of body image issues such as (body dysmorphia, body avoidance, body checking, and feeling fat), we also take a look at how to get through negative thoughts and feelings about our bodies.  Show Mentio...