Small Business Saturday is an annual event tha  encourages consumers to support locally owned businesses like ours Small Business Saturday was introduced by American Express in 2010 as a way to promote small businesses in the wake of the Great Recession.This annual event takes place each November nestled between Black Friday and Cyber Monday.In 2011, the U.S. Senate passed a resolution to support Small Business Saturday, and participation in the event has expanded to all 50 states.By focusing on small businesses, the purpose of the event is to highlight their importance in local communities, so they aren't overshadowed by larger competitors... in our case large fertility centers and conventional medicine practices.Small Business Saturday is designed to support all online and brick-and-mortar small businesses. This event is intended to encourage consumers to shop at small and locally owned businesses. That includes retail stores and restaurants as well as other small businesses, such as hair salons, grocery stores, and service-based businesses like The Eudaimonia Center. It also extends to small businesses that exist solel  online.The main goal of Small Business Saturday? To give small businesses a revenue boost during the holiday shopping season and help them compete with their larger counterparts.The best way to support Small Business Saturday as a consumer is to buy locally and encourage friends and family to do the same. That includes shopping at local brick-and-mortar businesses as well as at small businesses that operate solely online. You can also use the #ShopSmall and #SmallBizSaturday hashtags to promote the event on social media.Small Business Saturday gives shoppers an opportunity to show support for local businesses. It's important to remember that this event is designed to encourage people to shop small not only during the holidays but at any time of the year.Support the show

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that happens during a certain season of the year—most often fall and winter. There is no clear cause of SAD. Less sunlight and shorter days are thought to be linked to a chemical change in the brain and may be part of the cause of SAD.Common symptoms of SAD include fatigue, even with too much sleep, and weight gain associated with overeating and carbohydrate cravings. SAD symptoms can vary from mild to severe and can include many symptoms similar to major depression, such as:Feeling sad or having a depressed moodLoss of interest or pleasure in activities once enjoyedChanges in appetite; usually eating more, craving carbohydratesChange in sleep; usually sleeping too muchLoss of energy or increased fatigue despite increased sleep hoursIncrease in purposeless physical activity (e.g., inability to sit still, pacing, handwringing) or slowed movements or speech (these actions must be severe enough to be observable to others)Feeling worthless or guiltyDifficulty thinking, concentrating, or making decisionsThoughts of death or suicide;SAD may begin at any age, but it typically starts when a person is between ages 18 and 30.On average, SAD will last about five months of the year. Typically, symptoms will develop in October, worsen around the end of daylight saving time, followed by a more drastic decline in November. January and February tend to be the months with the most severe symptoms of depression.Support the show

Thyroiditis is when your thyroid gland becomes irritated. Hashimoto's thyroiditis is the most common type of this health problem. It is an autoimmune disease. It occurs when your body makes antibodies that attack the cells in your thyroid. The thyroid then can't make enough of the thyroid hormone. Many people with this problem have an underactive thyroid gland. That's also known as hypothyroidism ("low thyroid") and affected people will need to take medicine to keep their thyroid hormone levels normal.Hashimoto's thyroiditis is an autoimmune disorder. Normally, your autoimmune system protects your body by attacking bacteria and viruses and with this disease, your immune system attacks your thyroid gland by mistake. Your thyroid then can't make enough thyroid hormone, so your body can't work as well.Things that may make it more likely to you for to get Hashimoto’s thyroiditis are:Being a woman. Women are about 7 times more likely to have the disease. Hashimoto's thyroiditis sometimes begins during pregnancy.Middle age. Most cases happen between 40 to 60 years of age. But it has been seen in younger people.Heredity. The disease tends to run in families. But no gene has been found that carries it.Autoimmune diseases. These health problems raise a person’s risk. Some examples are rheumatoid arthritis and type 1 diabetes. Having this type of thyroiditis puts you at higher risk for other autoimmune illnesses.About Our Guest:Dr. Stone was diagnosed with low thyroid and Hashimoto's disease. No one could help her so she became a doctor and figured it out on her own. She used this challenge to build her thyroid transformation blueprint that is now the foundation of her very successful clinical practice.With over two decades of clinical experience and a reputation as one of the world's leading practitioners. Dr. Stone has dedicated her life's work to transformation the lives of thousands of women. She has a remarkable talent for unraveling the mysteries surrounding hypothyroidism and Hashimoto's thyroiditis, offering effective solutions that enable women to reclaim their happiness, health, and physical appearance.Resources Mentioned:Thyroid Transformation BlueprintConnect with Dr. Stone:FacebookInstagramWebsiteYouTubeThe hashtag for the podcast is #nourishyourflourish. You can also find our practice on the following social media outlets:Facebook: The Eudaimonia CenterInstagram: theeudaimoniacenterTwitter: eu_daimonismFor more reproductive medicine and women's health information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit our website.Have a question, comment, guest suggestion, or want to share your story? Email us at info@laurenawhite.com.Support the show

World Menopause Day is held each year on October 18th to raise awareness, break the stigma, and share support available for improving health and wellbeing for those experiencing menopause. The theme for this year is Cardiovascular Disease, which is the highest cause of mortality for women worldwide.About Our Guest:A highly accomplished Hollywood makeup artist and skincare expert with over 20 years of experience. Helen’s impressive portfolio includes blockbuster movies like Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End and popular TV shows including Parks & Recreation, Brooklyn Nine-Nine, Modern Family, Barry, and The Goldbergs. In 2020, Helen founded Finlay+Green, driven by her personal experience and frustration with the lack of meaningful options for menopausal women. With over 50+ million women in the US and nearly 1 billion globally expected to experience menopause by 2025, the market lacks skincare specifically tailored to their needs.In August 2023, Finlay+Green launched their highly anticipated skin revitalizing moisturizer, the first in a comprehensive line formulated to address the unique needs of skin during the menopausal transition. This groundbreaking entry into the $600B Menopause Market creates a new sub-category for skincare.Endorsed by leading Hollywood makeup artists and respected professionals, Finlay+Green is positioned to make a significant impact with their clean-conscious products and empowering platform. Helen Marray-Finlay’s dedication as a menopause advocate ignites a new era of skincare, empowering women during this transformative stage of life.Resources Mentioned:Menopause 101Finlay + Green ShopConnect with Helen:FacebookInstagramWebsitePinterestThe hashtag for the podcast is #nourishyourflourish. You can also find our practice on the following social media outlets:Facebook: The Eudaimonia CenterInstagram: theeudaimoniacenterTwitter: eu_daimonismFor more reproductive medicine and women's health information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit our website.Have a question, comment, guest suggestion, or want to share your story? Email us at info@laurenawhite.com.Support the show

Psychological health is a complex interaction of the mental, emotional, social, and spiritual dimensions of health. Possessing strength and resiliency in these dimensions can maintain your overall well-being and help you weather the storms of life.In sum, psychologically healthy people possess emotional, mental, social, and spiritual resiliency. Resilient individuals have the ability to overcome challenges from minor disappointments to major tragedies and the typical life obstacles we often face. They usually respond to challenges and frustrations in appropriate ways, despite occasional slips. When they do slip, they recognize it, are kind to themselves rather than engaging in endless self-recrimination, and take action to rectify the situation.About Our Guest:Dr. Gadsden is an applied psychologist who is currently the Associate Professor and the Psychology Department Chair at Hampton University. Dr. Gadsden brings over 20 years of clinical, teaching, training, consultation, and research experience. He received his MA in clinical psychology from Teachers College, Columbia University and his PhD in counseling psychology from Howard university with a focus in Black masculinity development. His research/writing/clinical expertise has been focused on the mental-emotional-cultural-spiritual health of minoritized populations, and Black males specifically.  Dr. Gadsden's varied clinical/training experiences treating under-served populations from a relational-cultural psychoanalytic lens; commitment to both the integration of spirituality, social justice, community-action within a clinical and professional context; and scholarship and research agendas framed within both constructivist and decolonized lens has made his work both psychological, cultural, and political in scope.  Currently, Dr. Gadsden is a part of the JustHealBro Tour where he and other Black men visit colleges and communities in various states/cities and start the conversation with Black males only around such topics as: trauma and masculinity development and its implication in various dimensions of their lives; all with the goal of reflexivity and healing. Dr. Gadsden recently served as co-editor for a special series within the Journal of Black Sexuality & Relationships exploring issues related to Black male trauma and identity from a multi-disciplinary perspective. Dr. Gadsden is working on a book manuscript entitled, "A Decolonized paradigm of Healing for Black Men: Expanding the Vision of Black Masculinities."Resources Mentioned:The Black Psychologist PodcastJust Heal BroA Black Theology of LiberationCommunity Healing DaysDr. Wade NoblesDr. Na'im AkbarConnect with Dr. Gadsden:InstagramThe hashtag for the podcast is #nourishyourflourish. You can also find our practice on the following social media outlets:Facebook: The Eudaimonia CenterInstagram: theeudaimoniacenterTwitter: eu_daimonismFor more reproductive medicine and women's health information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit our website.Have a question, comment, guest suggestion, or want to share your story? Email us at info@laurenawhite.com.Support the show

The vulva, quite often erroneously referred to as “vagina” or many other names, is the external part of the female genitalia. This complex organ is comprised of the mons pubis, labia majora, labia minora, clitoris, vestibule of the vagina, bulb of the vestibule and the Bartholin glands. The vulva is made up of mucous membranes, several glands, and highly innervated and sensitive skin and hair follicles. This makes it one of the most anatomically and physiologically intricate body parts.Vulvar health is dependent on many aspects of a woman's health, including:The presence of urine or fecal incontinenceMenopause and its changesMenstrual abnormalitiesSystemic or local dermatologic conditionsAll of these can have a negative impact on the vulva. Vulvar disorders are usually reported to or noted by providers from various disciplines (e.g., dermatologists, gynecologists, urologists, primary care physicians, nurse practitioners and physician assistants). Unfortunately, many providers overlook the vulva, which often is seen as a conduit to the cervix, where the routine pap smear is performed upon.As a society, we still seem uncomfortable using the term vulva when referring to the female anatomy. In fact, most women are embarrassed to report their own vulvar problems and instead go to the pharmacy to find self-treatments that often cause more harm than good.About Our Guest:Deeannah Seymour founded pH-D Feminine Health to provide trustworthy health and wellness products to women who struggle with feminine health issues. Unsatisfied with expensive, inconvenient, and ineffective solutions for vaginal wellness - and armed with a biology background and 20 years in the pharmaceutical industry - she sought holistic ingredients backed by research.Resources Mentioned:Boric AcidpH-D Feminine HealthConnect with Deeannah:WebsiteFacebookInstagramThe hashtag for the podcast is #nourishyourflourish. You can also find our practice on the following social media outlets:Facebook: The Eudaimonia CenterInstagram: theeudaimoniacenterTwitter: eu_daimonismFor more reproductive medicine and women's health information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit our website.Have a question, comment, guest suggestion, or want to share your story? Email us at info@laurenawhite.com.Support the show

The West has colonized and popularized yoga to promote a “feel-good moment”. However the yoga you know today isn’t the yoga our ancestors were practicing. Yoga is the practice of mental and spiritual disciplines which lead to self-control and self-discovery by purifying the mind, body and spirit, so as to discover the deeper spiritual essence which lies within every human being in the universe.In essence, the goal of yoga is to reunite the lower self with the higher self; reunite the soul with its true and original source, God: the universal consciousness.In a broad, sense yoga is any process which helps one to achieve liberation or freedom from the bondage to human pain and spiritual ignorance. So whenever you engage in any activity with the goal of promoting the discovery if your true self, be it studying the wisdom teachings, exercise, fasting, meditation, breath control, rituals, chanting, prayer, etc., you are practicing yoga. If the goal is to help you to discover your essential nature as one with God or the Supreme Being or Consciousness, then it is yoga.In broad terms, any spiritual movement or discipline that brings one closer to self-knowledge is a “yogic” movement.Yoga, in all of its forms and disciplines of spiritual development, was practiced in Egypt “Kemet” earlier than anywhere else in history. This unique perspective from the highest philosophical system which developed in Africa over seven thousand years ago provides a new way to look at life, religion, the discipline of psychology and the way to spiritual development leading to spiritual enlightenment.About Our Guest:Alexandra has been a professional dancer her whole life, and traveled all over the world performing. Born and raised in Sydney Australia, her performance career brought her to the USA in 2014. Alexandra found yoga early on to help heal some injuries, and meditation to assist in centering and finding balance. Her approach to both is with wholistic real world tools and practices, and most of all to make things enjoyable and accessible for any body. She strives to help people cultivate self awareness, strength, stability, mind and body balance, a heart centered yoga practice, compassion, tools for breath work, and mindfulness.  She is the owner and visionary of Soul Tribes Yoga and Meditation and she also facilitates teacher trainings for people who would like to become yoga and meditation teachers. Resources Mentioned:Kemetic YogaConnect with Alexandra:WebsiteFacebookInstagramThe hashtag for the podcast is #nourishyourflourish. You can also find our practice on the following social media outlets:Facebook: The Eudaimonia CenterInstagram: theeudaimoniacenterTwitter: eu_daimonismFor more reproductive medicine and women's health information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit our website.Have a question, comment, guest suggestion, or want to share your story? Email us at info@laurenawhite.com.Support the show

About our guest:Amy Wilson is a Board Certified Geriatric Pharmacist, a certified fitness professional, and a certified nutrition coach using the FASTer Way to Fat Loss platform, who is disrupting the diet industry and helping her clients take their health back. Amy’s mission is to empower and equip her clients to take charge of their health and find balance in their lives. With over 30 years of experience, Amy specializes in developing individualized health plans that navigate through her client’s individual barriers, allowing them to be successful in their efforts. Amy is passionate about helping people prevent and reverse diseases with nutrition and fitness. Through her personal and professional experience, she has seen first hand how diet and exercise can change a person’s life, and how the right nutritional program can be the key to improving their health and fitness. She has seen her clients reverse their pre-diabetes, diabetes, high cholesterol, and more. She is driven to help her clients feel in control of their body and mind, while no longer feeling enslaved by their scale. Resources Mentioned:FASTer Way to Fat Loss - Complimentary set of resistance bands when you register Connect with Amy:WebsiteFacebookInstagramTikTokYouTubeThe hashtag for the podcast is #nourishyourflourish. You can also find our practice on the following social media outlets:Facebook: The Eudaimonia CenterInstagram: theeudaimoniacenterTwitter: eu_daimonismFor more reproductive medicine and women's health information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit our website.Have a question, comment, guest suggestion, or want to share your story? Email us at info@laurenawhite.com.Support the show

A healthy, active lifestyle can help you maintain weight and prevent health issues such as diabetes, heart disease, asthma and high blood pressure. If you have a family, it's important to keep them healthy and happy, too.  However, raising your family isn't always easy. You are busy and so are your children.There are some simple ways to create healthy habits and smart choices for your family early on:Exercise/movementForgivenessManage portionsBe proactive with healthcareGet quality sleepExplore new thingsBuild strengthFind joySpend time with loved onesKick addictionsReduce stressShow gratitudeAbout our guest:Bonnie Hui-Callahan, PharmD, CDCES is a pharmacist and mother of 4. Her pharmacist experience ranges from retail pharmacy, managed care, pharmacy education, and health tech where she currently works. In 2021, she co-founded The Clinician-Leader, a digital course and coaching business aimed at empowering clinicians to tap into their leadership potential. Outside of her "9-5", she coaches pharmacists in resume writing, networking, interviewing, and negotiating. She resides in Orange County, CA with her husband of 13 years, her three sons, and 1 daughter, ages 3-9.Resources Mentioned:Hepatitis B VaccineConnect with Bonnie:Website InstagramLinkedInThe hashtag for the podcast is #nourishyourflourish. You can also find our practice on the following social media outlets:Facebook: The Eudaimonia CenterInstagram: theeudaimoniacenterTwitter: eu_daimonismFor more reproductive medicine and women's health information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit our website.Have a question, comment, guest suggestion, or want to share your story? Email us at info@laurenawhite.com.Support the show

As the horror story at the Yale Fertility clinic comes to light, documented in the newly premiered podcast, The Retrievals, a dozen women speak out about their traumatic experiences at the clinic, where pain meds were secretly swapped out for saline. As many as 200 women underwent invasive egg retrievals without proper pain management, where their outcry for help went minimized and refused more medication. This incident is a testament to the disparities in the way women’s pain is interpreted and not taken seriously by people in a position of authority and society as a whole, eventually leading to societal norms that are imbalanced, unacceptable and in some cases, unethical. Fifty-six of women percent say their pain has been dismissed or not taken seriously by health providers.Given the severity of recent events, there is an urgent need to bring awareness to untold truths.About our guest:Dr. Amy Divaraniya is an American-Indian fertility specialist and founder/developer of advanced technology for at-home hormone testing. Her educational background plus her personal and professional experience make her an authoritative and knowledgeable source on such topics. Resources Mentioned:OovaConnect with Dr. Divaraniya:InstagramLinkedInTwitterFacebookThe hashtag for the podcast is #nourishyourflourish. You can also find our practice on the following social media outlets:Facebook: The Eudaimonia CenterInstagram: theeudaimoniacenterTwitter: eu_daimonismFor more reproductive medicine and women's health information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit our website.Have a question, comment, guest suggestion, or want to share your story? Email us at info@laurenawhite.com.Support the show

As August comes to an end and National Breastfeeding Month comes to an end, it's important to reflect on our collect WHY.  This and all throughout the year, we will continue to help shine a light on why this work is so important and center the conversation on the babies and families who need our support. Please continue to celebrate mothers and lactating parents and work to protect, promote, and support breastfeeding and human milk feeding.About our guest: Resources Mentioned:Connect with Dr. Braden:The hashtag for the podcast is #nourishyourflourish. You can also find our practice on the following social media outlets:Facebook: The Eudaimonia CenterInstagram: theeudaimoniacenterTwitter: eu_daimonismFor more reproductive medicine and women's health information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit our website.Have a question, comment, guest suggestion, or want to share your story? Email us at info@laurenawhite.com.Support the show

Postpartum psychosis is a rare disorder occurring in about one woman in a thousand following childbirth. It generally takes the form of mania, severe depression (with delusions, confusion, or stupor), or acute cycloid psychosis. It does not overlap completely with bipolar mood disorder, although there is evidence of a link between the two, especially as the majority of patients presenting with a severe postpartum psychiatric disorder appear to have a cycloid psychosis. It has been proposed that PP may be one of a spectrum of bipolar disorders. In susceptible women, childbirth, abortion, and even menstruation can trigger bipolar episodes.About our guest:Dr. Theresa Costales is the Arizona Medical Director for Connections Health Solutions (CHS), the leading innovator of behavioral health crises care. Connections operates the two largest behavioral health crisis facilities in the nation, with additional centers under construction. Dr. Costales oversees all clinical operations for CHS crisis response centers in Phoenix and Tucson.Resources Mentioned:Connections Health SolutionsMGH Center for Women's Mental HealthNational Alliance on Mental IllnessAkoma Counseling ConceptsConnect with Dr. Costales:LinkedInThe hashtag for the podcast is #nourishyourflourish. You can also find our practice on the following social media outlets:Facebook: The Eudaimonia CenterInstagram: theeudaimoniacenterTwitter: eu_daimonismFor more reproductive medicine and women's health information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit our website.Have a question, comment, guest suggestion, or want to share your story? Email us at info@laurenawhite.com.Support the show

With "new" recommended standards for blood pressure, your blood pressure is HIGH if it tops 130/80. The previous standard was 140/90. While you're trending in the wrong direction, you're definitely not in "unhealthy" territory... yet. This lowered threshold for diagnosing high blood pressure from 140/90 now means that nearly half of the U.S. population will be considered as having high blood pressure, with the greatest impact on younger people.But what if your blood pressure if artificially being made to look higher than it really is?Clinicians aren't taking enough care to make an important measurement when it comes to your health: measuring blood pressure values.Having an accurate measure is important because more people than ever are keeping a close eye on their blood pressure and trying to keep it in a healthy range through diet, exercise, and if necessary... medications.Support the show

Is there a relationship between Hormone D and PCOS?Low Hormone D levels exacerbate the symptoms of PCOS, including insulin resistance, ovulation, menstrual irregularities, fertility challenges, hyperandrogenism, obesity and elevate the risk of cardiovascular diseases.Is there a relationship between Hormone D and fertility challenges?Supplementing with Hormone D has been shown to improve female fertility and pregnancy outcomes. Studies have shown that Hormone D levels are positively correlated with sperm production and motility.Is there a relationship between Hormone D and pregnancy?Hormone D supplementation during pregnancy in women with low vitamin D status improves fetal growth and reduces the risks for small-for-gestational-age fetuses, preeclampsia, preterm birth, and gestational diabetes.About our guest:Dr. Gominak grew up and attended college in California, moved to Houstonfor medical school at Baylor College of Medicine, where she received an MDdegree in 1983. Her Neurology residency was done at the Harvard affiliated,Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston. She practiced Neurology in theSan Francisco Bay area from 1991-2004 then moved with her husband to Tyler,Texas.Starting in 2004 she began to dedicate more of her practice to the treatmentof sleep and sleep disorders. In 2012 and 2016 she published two pivotalarticles about the global struggle with worsening sleep, the possible causes andsolutions, related to vitamin D deficiency and the intestinal microbiome.In 2016 she retired from her office practice to have more time to teach.She currently divides her time between RightSleep® coaching sessions forprivate individuals and teaching other clinicians the RightSleep® method ofsleep repair.Resources Mentioned:The Vitamin D ConundrumConnect with Dr. Gominak:WebsiteLinkedInFacebookInstagramThe hashtag for the podcast is #nourishyourflourish. You can also find our practice on the following social media outlets:Facebook: The Eudaimonia CenterInstagram: theeudaimoniacenterTwitter: eu_daimonismFor more reproductive medicine and women's health information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit our website.Have a question, comment, guest suggestion, or want to share your story? Email us at info@laurenawhite.com.Support the show

…IF YOU’RE EXHAUSTED BY THE PANGS OF REGRET THAT FOLLOW EVERY MEAL...…IF YOU’RE SICK OF YOUR INNER CRITIC SCATHING YOU FOR OVEREATING…AGAIN...…IF YOU’RE OVER THE CYCLICAL DISAPPOINTMENT THAT HAS YOU CHOOSING FOODS THAT MAKE YOU FEEL CRAPPY...…IF YOU’RE DONE WITH KNOWING WHAT YOU “SHOULD” DO BUT NOT ABLE TO DO IT......Then join the Body-Peace® Revolution to unleash your inner power and cultivate a positive, caring, and respectful relationship with your body.About Our Guest:Nina helps women end the food and body war so they can finally experience BODY-PEACE®. Her process is about relearning how to be in an authentic, respectful, and caring relationship with your food and your body.Resources Mentioned:Free MasterclassBody-Peace JournalBody-Peace AppConnect with Nina:WebsiteInstagramFacebookThe hashtag for the podcast is #nourishyourflourish. You can also find our practice on the following social media outlets:Facebook: The Eudaimonia CenterInstagram: theeudaimoniacenterTwitter: eu_daimonismFor more reproductive medicine and women's health information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit our website.Have a question, comment, guest suggestion, or want to share your story? Email us at info@laurenawhite.com.Support the show

Use the special discount code, nourishyourflourish, for a discount on your upcoming purchases.RICE WITH MANGO (AROZ CON MANGO) Recipe2 medium mangoes (preferably half ripe)1/4 cup soy sauce2T Japanese brown rice vinegar or cider vinegar1 tsp. brown sugar1 small chicken breast (about 4-1/2 ounces), diced1/4 ib. smoked ham, cut into 1/4-inch dice2T extra-virgin olive oil2 garlic cloves, finely chopped1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped1 medium red bell pepper, seeded and cut into 1-inch dice3 scallions with 3 inches green, finely chopped5 medium shiitake mushrooms, rinsed, patted dried, stem removed and cut into 1-inch dice4c. cooked white rice1T  finely chopped cilantroA 2-egg omelet, lightly salted and coarsely chopped1/4 c. frozen or fresh peas1 tsp. aged rumAdditional soy sauce to tastePeel the mango and cut into 1/4-inch dice; place in a small bowl.In another bowl, whisk the soy sauce with the vinegar, rum and sugar. Add the chicken and ham and toss to coat with the sauce. Set aside for at least 10 minutes.In a wok or 12-inch skillet, heat the oil over medium heat until it sizzles. Add the garlic and sauté for 10 seconds. Add the onion, bell pepper, scallion and mushrooms and cook, stirring, for about 5 minutes.Add the chicken, ham and sauce, and cook, stirring, for about five minutes.Add the rice, cilantro, diced omelet and peas, and cook, stirring with more soy sauce to taste or a bit of vinegar if needed, until all the ingredients are combined and the rice acquires a uniform tan color. Add diced mangoes and toss with the rice to combine.About Our Guest:Feven graduated in 2021 with her Bachelors of Social Work. She worked with a diverse population during her internship and post-graduation until the end of her second trimester. She became a full-time mom and entrepreneur in 2022 and currently runs a holistic body care brand, Luma Natural.Resources Mentioned:Environmental Working Group - Personal Care ProductsDirty DozenClean FifteenMango Sorbet Silk Body ButterConnect with Feven:WebsiteInstagramYouTubeTikTokThe hashtag for the podcast is #nourishyourflourish. You can also find our practice on the following social media outlets:Facebook: The Eudaimonia CenterInstagram: theeudaimoniacenterTwitter: eu_daimonismFor more reproductive medicine and women's health information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit our website.Have a question, comment, guest suggestion, or want to share your story? Email us at info@laurenawhite.com.Support the show

Sixty-plus years after the pill revolutionized  women's emancipation, there exists a complex relationship between hormonal birth control, liberation, and the actual burden of synthetic endocrine disruptors that result in disruptive women's health conditions. The pill comes with its own risks, has its own racist legacy, and has been employed with as a tool in the ongoing weaponization against communities of color.It's time for to seek whole-person, holistic, and ecological alternatives to the pill while redefining the meaning of reproductive justice and ultimately... womanism.Support the show

Uterine fibroids are a very common finding in women of reproductive age. The majority of fibroids do not change their size during pregnancy, but one-third may grow in the first trimester. Although the data are conflicting and most women with fibroids have uneventful pregnancies, the weight of evidence in the literature suggests that uterine fibroids are associated with an increased rate of spontaneous miscarriage, preterm labor, placenta abruption, malpresentation, labor dystocia, cesarean delivery, and postpartum hemorrhage.About Our Guest:Feven graduated in 2021 with her Bachelors of Social Work. She worked with a diverse population during her internship and post-graduation until the end of her second trimester. She became a full-time mom and entrepreneur in 2022 and currently runs a holistic body care brand, Luma Natural.Resources Mentioned:Lactation ConsultantMidwifeHomebirthBirth Doula/Postpartum DoulaPostpartum AnxietyComplications of Uterine Fibroids in PregnancyConnect with Feven:WebsiteInstagramYouTubeTikTokThe hashtag for the podcast is #nourishyourflourish. You can also find our practice on the following social media outlets:Facebook: The Eudaimonia CenterInstagram: theeudaimoniacenterTwitter: eu_daimonismFor more reproductive medicine and women's health information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit our website.Have a question, comment, guest suggestion, or want to share your story? Email us at info@laurenawhite.com.Support the show

Every July, individuals around the world raise awareness for uterine fibroids, which affect an estimated 26M women of reproductive age in the United States alone. The Eudaimonia Center is dedicated to raising awareness about the effects of uterine fibroids on women’s livelihoods and promoting a bonafide, whole-person approach to health, wellness, and healing with a uterine fibroid diagnosis. As an estrogen dominant condition, hormone imbalances derived from the foods you ingest to the products you put on your hair and body can negatively affect symptoms by exacerbating fibroid growth and proliferation. About Our Guest:Feven graduated in 2021 with her Bachelors of Social Work. She worked with a diverse population during her internship and post-graduation until the end of her second trimester. She became a full-time mom and entrepreneur in 2022 and currently runs a holistic body care brand, Luma Natural.Resources Mentioned:Traditional Chinese Medicine (Herbal Therapy)Vaginal SteamingRaindrop TechniqueAcupunctureConnect with Feven:WebsiteInstagramYouTubeTikTokThe hashtag for the podcast is #nourishyourflourish. You can also find our practice on the following social media outlets:Facebook: The Eudaimonia CenterInstagram: theeudaimoniacenterTwitter: eu_daimonismFor more reproductive medicine and women's health information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit our website.Have a question, comment, guest suggestion, or want to share your story? Email us at info@laurenawhite.com.Support the show

Uterine fibroids are usually found during a health evaluation with a primary care physician or gynecologist. They may ask about any relevant symptoms, take a medical history, and perform a physical exam to confirm a diagnosis. Patients may then be counseled about "watchful waiting", may be referred to a specialized provider for surgical intervention, or to another provider that addresses uterine fibroids by addressing the underlying root cause by utilizing integrative treatment options.Some over-the-counter medications relieve mild fibroid symptoms like pain and cramping. However, these medications don’t address the root of the issue. A minimally invasive procedure called uterine fibroid embolization (UFE) is an outpatient procedure performed using local anesthesia. A small catheter is inserted into the treatment area and guided to the uterine arteries. Once in place, tiny particles are released to block the blood flow to the fibroids. This starves the fibroids and causes them to shrink over time. Uterine Fibroid Awareness Month is the perfect time to learn about uterine fibroids and start the conversation with your provider, friends, and loved ones. Schedule an appointment at The Eudaimonia Center by calling a team member. We provide additional information, resources, and a whole-person, integrative approach to helping you take control of your uterine health.About Our Guest:Feven graduated in 2021 with her Bachelors of Social Work. She worked with a diverse population during her internship and post-graduation until the end of her second trimester. She became a full-time mom and entrepreneur in 2022 and currently runs a holistic body care brand, Luma NaturalResources Mentioned:The Eudaimonia CenterMyomectomyUterine Fibroid EmbolizationConnect with Feven:WebsiteInstagramYouTubeTikTokThe hashtag for the podcast is #nourishyourflourish. You can also find our practice on the following social media outlets:Facebook: The Eudaimonia CenterInstagram: theeudaimoniacenterTwitter: eu_daimonismFor more reproductive medicine and women's health information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit our website.Have a question, comment, guest suggestion, or want to share your story? Email us at info@laurenawhite.com.Support the show