Are you a woman of faith seeking holistic strategies for optimal health, wealth, and relationships? Look no further than The Whole & Complete Woman Podcast hosted by Dr. Alicia Newsome, a functional medicine doctor and lifestyle physician.
This transformative podcast delivers practical tips, inspiring success stories, and actionable steps to help women of all backgrounds achieve their goals. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, executive, healthcare provider, or mom, you’ll gain valuable insights on aligning your life with purpose.
Key topics include natural wellness solutions for women, overcoming hormonal imbalances and weight loss resistance, increasing energy and productivity, and building a life you love as a woman of faith.
Dr. Newsome shares her personal journey of overcoming adversity, making this a must-listen for Black and brown women seeking culturally competent guidance. Join a supportive community that empowers the whole, complete you - mind, body, and spirit.
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Are you a woman of faith seeking holistic strategies for optimal health, wealth, and relationships? Look no further than The Whole & Complete Woman Podcast hosted by Dr. Alicia Newsome, a functional medicine doctor and lifestyle physician.
This transformative podcast delivers practical tips, inspiring success stories, and actionable steps to help women of all backgrounds achieve their goals. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, executive, healthcare provider, or mom, you’ll gain valuable insights on aligning your life with purpose.
Key topics include natural wellness solutions for women, overcoming hormonal imbalances and weight loss resistance, increasing energy and productivity, and building a life you love as a woman of faith.
Dr. Newsome shares her personal journey of overcoming adversity, making this a must-listen for Black and brown women seeking culturally competent guidance. Join a supportive community that empowers the whole, complete you - mind, body, and spirit.
Subscribe now to The Whole & Complete Woman Podcast for the motivation and tools to become the flourishing woman you’re meant to be. Embrace holistic health, prosperous wealth, and fulfilling relationships!
Empowered Birth: Holistic Care & Black Maternal Health | The Whole & Complete Woman | Melissa Mitchell Certified Doula
The Whole & Complete Woman
42 minutes
1 year ago
Empowered Birth: Holistic Care & Black Maternal Health | The Whole & Complete Woman | Melissa Mitchell Certified Doula
In this episode of The Whole and Complete Woman, Dr. Alicia Newsome sits down with certified doula and perinatal educator Melissa Mitchell to explore holistic care during pregnancy and postpartum.
Melissa shares her journey from medical school dreams to becoming a doula, emphasizing the power of advocacy, education, and spiritual support for birthing women. Together, they discuss the importance of postpartum care, setting boundaries, and addressing the Black maternal health crisis.
Learn practical tips for creating a birth plan, advocating for yourself during labor, and navigating the emotional and physical demands of motherhood. Whether you're a mom-to-be or supporting one, this conversation is full of wisdom for nurturing both body and soul.
Key Takeaways:
Creating a Birth Plan: Why it's essential and how it empowers you to advocate for the birth experience you desire.
Postpartum Care: The importance of the critical first 40 days after birth and how to nurture yourself physically and emotionally.
Black Maternal Health: Addressing disparities in care and advocating for better outcomes for Black women in healthcare settings.
Holistic Wellness: Incorporating breathwork, Yoni steams, and sound healing to support mothers during and after pregnancy.
Setting Boundaries: How to protect your energy and set limits on visitors and external pressures during postpartum recovery
Chapters
00:00 Empowering Women Through Health and Wellness
01:58 Melissa Mitchell: A Journey into Doula Work
04:13 Challenges in Maternal Health
06:27 The Importance of Postpartum Care
09:15 Setting Boundaries as a New Mom
14:24 Addressing Racial Disparities in Maternal Health
17:42 Integrating Emotional, Physical, and Spiritual Support
19:30 Misconceptions About Doulas
20:57 Advocating for Yourself in Healthcare
24:15 Choosing the Right Healthcare Provider
33:30 Holistic Wellness Tips for Women
36:32 The Sacredness of Sexuality and Creativity
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The Whole & Complete Woman
Are you a woman of faith seeking holistic strategies for optimal health, wealth, and relationships? Look no further than The Whole & Complete Woman Podcast hosted by Dr. Alicia Newsome, a functional medicine doctor and lifestyle physician.
This transformative podcast delivers practical tips, inspiring success stories, and actionable steps to help women of all backgrounds achieve their goals. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, executive, healthcare provider, or mom, you’ll gain valuable insights on aligning your life with purpose.
Key topics include natural wellness solutions for women, overcoming hormonal imbalances and weight loss resistance, increasing energy and productivity, and building a life you love as a woman of faith.
Dr. Newsome shares her personal journey of overcoming adversity, making this a must-listen for Black and brown women seeking culturally competent guidance. Join a supportive community that empowers the whole, complete you - mind, body, and spirit.
Subscribe now to The Whole & Complete Woman Podcast for the motivation and tools to become the flourishing woman you’re meant to be. Embrace holistic health, prosperous wealth, and fulfilling relationships!
