The Savvy Black Birther

This episode details the concept of “pregnancy wellness” and offers the listener the opportunity to explore the life and pregnancy experiences of our guest Nykeba Sonubi as she journeys towards her personal wellness. Grab a cup of tea and listen to this wonderful story!

Where can Nykeba be found?

Social media handles:

Instagram: @nykeba / @corirene / @beyondmytitle

Facebook: facebook.com/corireneco / facebook.com/beyondmytitle

Websites:

Cori René Use code SAVVYBLACKBIRTHER to receive 10% off your next Cori René order!

Beyond My Title

LinkedIn

DISCLAIMER: The Savvy Black Birther Podcast host and guests do not give legal or healthcare advice, rather information derived from the evidence and/or extensive practice experience. No information recorded should be taken as advice about your personal situation or healthcare decisions. This information is disseminated for the sole purpose of education and empowerment. If you need legal or healthcare advice or information, seek out a well-vetted and suitably qualified healthcare professional.

This trailer describes the purpose and mission of the podcast. It is a personal invitation from the creator and host Takiya Sakina Ballard, CNM, to you, the listener, to sit back and enjoy the show. You’re welcome to listen and be informed. Be equipped. And be Savvy Black Birthers!

DISCLAIMER: The Savvy Black Birther Podcast host and guests do not give legal or healthcare advice, rather information derived from the evidence and/or extensive practice experience. No information recorded should be taken as advice about your personal situation or healthcare decisions. This information is disseminated for the sole purpose of education and empowerment. If you need legal or healthcare advice or information, seek out a well-vetted and suitably qualified healthcare professional.

“Sonogram: The Great Pretender” offers listeners an abundance of information about obstetrical ultrasound. It equips you to make informed decisions regarding sonogram examination during your pregnancy journey.

DISCLAIMER: The Savvy Black Birther Podcast host and guests do not give legal or healthcare advice, rather information derived from the evidence and/or extensive practice experience. No information recorded should be taken as advice about your personal situation or healthcare decisions. This information is disseminated for the sole purpose of education and empowerment. If you need legal or healthcare advice or information, seek out a well-vetted and suitably qualified healthcare professional.

Those who champion the birthing community encourage birthing people to self-advocate, but what exactly is self-advocacy? In this episode, we explore this concept with community advocates Nicole JeanBaptiste and La Chanda Marcelle-Moor.

Nicole JeanBaptiste can be found on her website: Sésé Doula Services and on Instagram: @sese_doula

La Chanda Marcelle-Moor can be found on her website: Rutu Lobi and on these social media platforms: Instagram @rutulobi and Linkedin.

DISCLAIMER: The Savvy Black Birther Podcast host and guests do not give legal or healthcare advice, rather information derived from the evidence and/or extensive practice experience. No information recorded should be taken as advice about your personal situation or healthcare decisions. This information is disseminated for the sole purpose of education and empowerment. If you need legal or healthcare advice or information, seek out a well-vetted and suitably qualified professional.

Has it ever dawn on you that the healthcare provider that you’ve sat across from was once a student? An individual who was shaped into the professional they are today. Now granted, every individual is unique and may evolve differently. Nonetheless, it is when they are being educated that philosophies are formed. Wouldn’t it make sense to begin our reform there? Let’s hear what three healthcare professionals in training have to say; a student nurse, student midwife, and resident.

Featured Guests:

Melissa Banfield, LPN - follow on Instagram here and here.

Dr. Rachel Bervell, MD MS - follow on Instagram here.

Ashleigh Evans - follow here and on Instagram here.

To build on the efforts, Congresswoman Lauren Underwood, Congresswoman Alma Adams, Senator Cory Booker, and members of the Black Maternal Health Caucus, the Black Maternal Health Momnibus Act of 2021 needs your support! The Black Maternal Health Momnibus builds on existing legislation to comprehensively address every dimension of the maternal health crisis in America.

There's a second legislature that passed the U.S. House of Representatives introduced by Congresswoman Robin Kelly. To learn more about the Helping MOMS Act, click here.

If you are looking to take action on the important issue of maternal health in America and more specifically Black Maternal Health, you can:

1. Reach out to your Members of Congress in the House of Representatives and the Senate to make yourself heard. Look up your Representatives in the U.S. House of Representatives here and your Senators here. 2. Spread the word via social media. 3. GET INVOLVED in your community!

DISCLAIMER: The Savvy Black Birther Podcast host and guests do not give legal or healthcare advice, rather information derived from the evidence and/or extensive practice experience. No information recorded should be taken as advice about your personal situation or healthcare decisions. This information is disseminated for the sole purpose of education and empowerment. If you need legal or healthcare advice or information, seek out a well-vetted and suitably qualified professional.