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Join us for a special episode dedicated to Black Maternal Health Week. Our very first two episodes brought light to the critical issues surrounding Black Maternal Health.  Today what has changed?   On this episode we explore initiatives and advocacy efforts aimed at promoting equity in maternal care.   Tune in for an empowering conversation with actionable steps toward a future where all mothers r...

In this informative podcast episode, we shine a spotlight on Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), a common yet often misunderstood health condition affecting many women. Dr. Carine-Ange Tagni shares valuable insights on PCOS such as its symptoms, and the various ways to manage and cope with this condition. From lifestyle changes to medical interventions, this episode provides a comprehensive guide to...

In the whirlwind of the postpartum period, also known as the fourth trimester, lasting from birth to 12 weeks postpartum, there's undoubtedly immense joy. However, this stage can also bring forth a host of unexpected changes in a woman's body that often remain unspoken.⁣ ⁣ From issues like urine leakage to challenges in sexual intimacy, pelvic floor concerns often lurk in the shadows. ⁣ Join us in...

The presence of a Doula during pregnancy, labor and delivery promotes better communication between medical providers and patients. It offers practical and emotional support to empower patients during their pregnancy and birth journey. On this episode, Krystal Reese, doula, midwifery student, and owner of Wild Birth Partum Care, joins us to talk about how she teaches patients to be better self advo...

Minorities have many reasons not to trust the medical system. There has been a long history of oppression and broken violations of trust and dignity. ⁣ ⁣ Research shows that patient activation, or self advocacy can reduce the effects of implicit bias on the doctor–patient interaction.⁣ ⁣ On this episode we talk about how to advocate for yourself and what to do when you can’t.

On this episode Dr. Carine-Ange Tagni discusses the difficulties she faced when returning to work after giving birth to her daughter. She discusses her transformative journey while providing some advice on how to balance motherhood and professional life.

Join us in this open and honest conversation discussing professional burnout. Dr. Chowa, shares her own experiences and insights, guiding us through the process of navigating new life chapters with resilience and grace. ⁣

On June 24, 2022, the U.S. Supreme Court officially reversed Roe v. Wade declaring that the constitutional right to abortion upheld for nearly a half century, no longer exists.  What does this mean for you?!   Join us as we break down this historic decision.  

Many women of color find it challenging to engage and maintain breastfeeding due many social, financial, educational and even historical barriers.  Black women have the lowest breastfeeding initiation rate of all racial groups at 69.4 percent, compared with 85.9 percent of white women, and 83.2 percent of women overall.  On this episode we delve into the socioeconomic barriers preventing breastfee...

Recent studies have estimated that medical errors are the 3rd leading cause of death in the US.  Unfortunately, racial and ethnic minorities who receive inferior medical treatment are often subjected to higher rates of preventable medical errors.  ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ If not properly mitigated by open communication, the impact of medical errors can lead to erosion of trust between health care providers and their...

COVID-19 has been devastating to the black community.   More than half of the in-hospital deaths due to cover -19 are African Americans.  Most recently, the FDA granted emergency approval for the COVID 19 vaccine.  To date 2.8 million people have been vaccinated.  ⁣ ⁣ According to a recent kaiser family foundation survey, only 50% of black Americans compared with 65% of white Americans would defin...

In 2015, African-American women made up more than 61% of new HIV infections.  13- 24 year olds are the most rapid rising age group with new HIV cases in America.    Among other reasons, social determinants of health like poverty, unequal access to health care, lack of education, stigma, and racism are linked to these health disparities.  On this episode, Dr. Mirnouve joins us for the conversation....

On this episode we invite Thamicha Isaac to the Mic!⁣ ⁣ Thamicha Isaac is an openly positive HIV Activist and founder of Miizmicha’s World Empowerment. Thamicha is passionate about reducing the stigma surrounding HIV and empowers individuals living with HIV. She spends her time bringing awareness and HIV education to communities worldwide. ⁣ ⁣ In honor of World AIDS day, Thamicha joins us to talk...

On this episode, we invite Toshia to share her story. At the age of 29, Toshia was diagnosed with Stage 3 breast cancer. With no family history of breast cancer, this diagnosis came as a surprise. Several years later Toshia is cancer free! She is married, is a mother and is using her story to raise breast cancer awareness in the community.

Approximately 4.2 percent of men and women will be diagnosed with colorectal cancer at some point during their lifetime.  ⁣ ⁣ African-Americans are more likely to develop colorectal cancer at a younger age and to be at a more advanced stage when diagnosed.  According to the National Cancer Institute, even when African-Americans are diagnosed with early stage disease, they have significantly worse...

Have you checked in with yourself lately?  Life is difficult right now, but we are all in this together.  Join us as we pause, check our pulse and discuss wellness. 

We often need to hear the stories of other women to know that we are not alone; to know that there is hope. And in sharing her story, Donna is helping to break the taboo around Infertility in our community. Listen to her journey with infertility and how In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) helped her conceive.   

Discrimination on the basis of race represents a form of chronic psychological stress that historically has disproportionately affected blacks and contributes to the high mortality rates they face. Failure to confront racism within the medical profession has implications for the patients we serve.  On this episode we share our own experiences as physicians of color and talk about how racism is wov...

Among COVID-19 deaths for which race and ethnicity data were available, death rates among Black/African Americans and Hispanic/Latinos were substantially higher than that of white or Asian persons.  The reasons are multifactorial. On this episode, we have Guest Physician and Public Health worker Dr. Mirnouve Dumond join us in the conversation.  We discuss contributing factors such as living condit...

On this Episode Dr. Nicole Christian-Brathwaite, a Board Certified Adult and Children Psychiatrist joins the conversation.  She has devoted a substantial amount of her medical career to educating the medical and lay community about disparities in mental health, creating cultural formulations and confronting biases.  Together we discuss the Impact on COVID-19 on those with pre existing mental healt...

On March 11, 2020, the World Health Organization declared the COVID-19 outbreak a pandemic (which means prevalent all over the world).Since then greater than 300,000 confirmed cases have been reported in about 150 countries and death tolls top 14,000.  As of today March 20th, a total of 15,219 COVID-19 cases had been reported in the United States, with reports increasing to 500 or more cases per d...

The doctor may have cleared you for sex at your postpartum visit, but you may have found it difficult to re-engage in sexual intercourse. You are not alone! New parents often report challenges with sex and intimacy. Sleepless nights, hormonal fluctuations, and physical changes are contributing factors. On this episode we discuss common questions that women have in regards to sex in the postpartum...

Drs. Carine-Ange Tagni and Phindile Erika Chowa, the cofounders of "Hey Doc Let's Chat," were invited on the "Unapologetically Imperfect" Podcast as guest speakers to respond to questions that many mothers have.  They discuss postpartum recovery time, mommy brain, health screenings and more.  If you enjoy this podcast you will surely enjoy listening to Claire and Kione, the dynamic ladies of the "...

Studies suggest that after 1 year of having unprotected sex, 1 in 8 couples are unable to conceive. On this episode we invited Dr. Ndeye-Aicha Gueye to join us on the show. She is an OB/GYN and REI ( Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility ) Specialist who helps couples conceive. Join the conversation as we review the causes of infertility and discuss the different options women have in buildin...