The Layers We Live

What if one of the biggest transitions in a woman’s life is also one of the least understood...and least talked about? In this episode, Dr. Loree Johnson sits down with Dr. Wiyatta Fahnbulleh for an honest and deeply validating conversation about perimenopause, a phase that can begin far earlier than many expect and one that carries emotional, physical, and identity-shaping changes. Despite affect...

In this episode, Dr. Loree Johnson and Barbie Chapman explore the concept of weathering, particularly in the context of marginalized communities. They discuss personal experiences of healing, the impact of chronic stress on health, and the importance of community support. The conversation highlights the need for awareness and understanding of how systemic issues affect health outcomes, especially...

What happens when loss repeats itself and no one seems to have the answers you need? In this episode, Dr. Loree Johnson sits down with Megan Hansen, co-founder of the Recurrent Pregnancy Loss Association, for an honest and compassionate conversation about the realities of recurrent pregnancy loss (RPL), an experience far more common than most realize, yet one often met with silence, stigma, and is...

What if the boundaries you struggle to set or keep are the very key to your healing? In this episode, Dr. Loree Johnson invites empowerment coach Dr. Homeyra Faghihi into a heartfelt conversation about what it truly means to protect your peace without guilt. Together, they explore how boundaries can be acts of self-respect, self-compassion, and courage, especially for those shaped by trauma, cultu...

In this episode, Dr. Loree Johnson and counselor-coach Tanya Hubbard engage in an honest and compassionate conversation about navigating life when you are childless not by choice. They explore the layers of grief, the shifts in identity, and the search for meaning that accompany a path different from the one once imagined. The discussion highlights the importance of validation, community, and lang...

In this conversation, Dr. Loree Johnson and Tanya Hubbard, RTC explore the complex realities of being childless not by choice, discussing the emotional landscape of grief, identity shifts, and the importance of community and language in navigating these experiences. They emphasize the need for validation and understanding in a society that often overlooks the childless experience, while also highl...

In this episode, Dr. Loree Johnson and Shatiera Amankrah discuss the complexities of parenting after experiencing infertility and loss. They explore the emotional challenges, trauma responses, and the importance of community support. The conversation emphasizes the need for compassion towards oneself and the acknowledgment of the ongoing journey of healing while navigating the joys and struggles o...

In this conversation, Dr. Loree Johnson discusses the complexities of navigating personal experiences related to mental health, grief, and identity. She emphasizes the importance of creating a space for honest dialogue about the challenges faced by individuals, particularly women and people of color, in dealing with layered identities and experiences. The podcast aims to honor the full spectrum of...