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Menopause/perimenopause brain fog is WILD! 😩 We’ve all been there—talking on the phone while looking for your phone. Wanda Sykes is spot on! And the friend!!🤦🏾‍♀️🤣 But seriously, we’d love to hear about your experiences with menopause and perimenopause. Tap the link in our bio and share your story with us! #Perimenopause #MenopauseChronicles #BlackWomensHealth #BWHI #TheImperative

THIS IS THE PLAN OF #Project2025. It’s not a coincidence they removed DEI, and this is the result. Repost from @blkwomenshealth • Nearly 300,000 Black women gone from the labor force. This isn’t random. It’s a direct result of federal policies and the dismantling of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Federal job cuts have hit us hardest in education, healthcare, and community-facing roles, the very fields where Black women have historically found stable work. These weren’t just jobs; they were the backbone of our families’ financial security. Even though there’s job growth in areas like healthcare and hospitality, Black women, due to systemic discrimination, are often the first to feel the effects of the labor market’s challenges. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports this marks the third straight month of high unemployment rates for Black women. #BlackWomenInTheWorkforce #BlackWomensHealth #BWHI #TheImperative #truthtalks #realtalk #jointheconversation #blackvoicesmatter #real

Recently, I had the honor of moderating a panel of three incredibly passionate and knowledgeable women on behalf of the Black Women’s Health Imperative (BWHI) @blkwomenshealth This compelling session titled “Stress and Black Women’s Health” aimed to empower Black women by addressing one of the most pressing health issues they face today—stress as well as the disparities in care for many Black women. The session brought together esteemed experts Dr. Sharon Malone, an OB/GYN and Certified Menopause Practitioner, Dr. Tené T. Lewis, an Associate Professor of Epidemiology at Emory University, and Linda Goler Blount, MPH, President of the Black Women’s Health Imperative. Panelists discussed the dangers of internalizing stress - as well as as the importance of self-care practices that go beyond surface-level solutions. The session was seasoned with a lively Q&A, where attendees shared personal stories and sought advice on how to better manage their stress and advocate for their own health. • Thank you to @captcunningham and @lindagblount for inviting me to take part. • • #BWHI #blkwomenshealth #theimperative #emcee #liveevent #speaker #presenter #oncameratalent #commercial #onairtalent #tv #tvhost #reporter #lifestyle #lifestyleexpert #redcarpethost #onair #onairpersonality #redcarpethost #setlife #production #radio #radiohost #voiceover #voiceactor

Repost 🔁 @blkwomenshealth 🩺 . . Women’s Equality Day marks the 105th anniversary of the 19th Amendment. 🙌🏾🙌🏾 We celebrate the door it opened in 1920, and we name the truth: Black women and many others were kept from the ballot for decades through racist laws, tests, and intimidation. The Voting Rights Act of 1965 moved us closer, and barriers remain today. At BWHI, equality is more than a date on the calendar. It means access to a higher standard of care for all, inclusive research and programs that reflect our lived experiences, and a vote that counts. We honor the women who fought without being fully welcomed, and we carry the work forward. 💪🏾 We were not counted then. We are counted now. Our voices are present, powerful, and organized.💜 To stay up to date on ways to engage with us, tap the link in our bio to join the newsletter. @jessicashepherdmd @theperioddoctor #WomensEquityday #BWHI #BlackWomensHealth #TheImperative

Another Sunday well spent serving women. This weekend, I had the honor of joining the @blkwomenshealth Black Women’s Health Imperative for Power in the Pause in Montgomery, Alabama another incredible opportunity to share my passion for midlife health, functional medicine, and non hormonal support for women navigating perimenopause and menopause. I made an agreement with myself, with God, and with my mother: “Send me… and I will go.” And that’s exactly what I’m doing. Every room I step into reminds me why this work matters. Women are looking for answers, tools, compassion, and real solutions not dismissal. They deserve to know that there is help. They don’t have to suffer. They don’t have to lose themselves in the pause. And they don’t have to walk this journey alone. Thank you to every woman who showed up ready to learn, laugh, share, and feel seen. Thank you to the organizers for creating a safe space for our stories and our healing. And thank you, Mom… for continuing to guide my feet every time I take the mic. Onward… We’re just getting started. #PowerInThePause #BWHI #MidlifeWellness #PerimenopauseSupport #MenopauseAwareness #FunctionalMedicineForWomen #NonHormonalOptions #WomensHealthMatters #DrSheliaPayton #SendMeAndIWillGo #SmallChangesWithDrShelia #BlackWomenInWellness #HormoneHealthJourney #HealthAdvocate

Credit to @blkwomenshealth We just watched “A Day in the Life Without Black Women’s Inventions” by @nikitadumptruck and whew… So many things we touch daily, from hair care tools to home innovations to tech foundations were created or improved by Black women. And they did it while navigating racism, sexism, lack of funding, and being denied patents simply because they were Black. Some were the very first to invent. Others transformed existing tools into what we now rely on every day. Either way, they shaped modern life. Black women have always been builders, problem-solvers, and innovators, even when the system tried to erase them. Imagine a day without their brilliance. Now imagine giving them the credit, access, and investment they deserved. #blackHistory #blackhistorymonth #BWHI #BlackWomensHealth #TheImperative

Moms and caregivers, are y’all alright?! 😩 The kids bringing home all those germs from school got some of us down bad 😷 and we still have to get up and take care of them and ourselves🤦🏾‍♀️ Don’t worry, this flu and virus season won’t get the best of us! 💪🏾 Keep your tea warm, your rest even warmer, #MomLife #FluSeason #BWHI #TheImperative

What an incredible evening at Power in the Pause, presented by the Black Women’s Health Imperative! I was honored to join this dynamic panel alongside Kimberly Senter of Sacred Connections, Dr. Kordai DeCoteau (moderator), @Dr. Kameelah Phillips, Chanta Blue, BWHI board member @Sharon Hawkins, and Dr. Zsanai Epps, EVP of Programs & Advocacy. The energy in the room was powerful filled with laughter, learning, and love. Together, we shared unfiltered conversations about perimenopause, menopause, and reclaiming this season of life as a time of power, not pause. As a Chiropractic Physician and Functional Medicine Practitioner, I’m passionate about amplifying the message that women can navigate this transition naturally, confidently, and holistically. Grateful to the @blkwomenshealth @loopwellwithus, and @sacred_konnections Connections for curating such an intentional space for women to be seen, heard, and supported. 💫 Let’s continue the conversation menopause is not the end of vitality; it’s the beginning of wisdom, wellness, and strength. #PowerInThePause #MenopauseAwareness #BlackWomensHealth #FunctionalMedicine #MidlifeWellness #DrSheliaPayton #BWHI #SacredConnections #Loopwell

Don’t sleep on the Farmers Walk exercise! Walking with weight works your core, grip, shoulders, back, and glutes—all at once! 💪🏾 Huge shoutout to @blondlocs for showing us that this workout is attainable at any age, proving that even at 60 and 65, we can still get it in! 🙌🏾 No matter where we are in our fitness journey! We gotta keep moving! Let’s make those 150 minutes happen! Your body will thank you. click the 🔗 in our for the Activity Tracker and more ways to keep moving. #Blackwomenshealth #BWHI #TheImperative

Thank you @theblackfitlanthropist for this PSA for our beautiful Black women! 💜 Eat that protein, take your vitamins, and eliminate stress wherever you can. Stress can do a lot of damage to our bodies, affecting everything from hormonal imbalances to heart health, and even immune function. Our bodies deserve to feel good, and healthy choices like proper nutrition, rest, and stress management are key to giving us the energy and strength we need to keep thriving. Remember, you can’t pour from an empty cup, take care of yourself, sis! #BlackWomenWellness #Blackwomenshealth #SelfCare #StressFree #BWHI #TheImperative #HealthyBlackWomen

🤣🤣🤣 @malinsworld No seriously, Menopause brain be like… Why did I come in this room? What was I saying? Wait… what day is it? 😩😂 Funny, but also very real. If your thoughts feel foggy, your memory feels off, or your brain just isn’t braining the way it used to, you’re not alone. Menopause can affect focus, recall, and mental clarity and too often, women are left thinking it’s “just them.” It’s not. And we’re in this together. We’re building space, sharing real information, and tackling menopause head-on, with community, education, and support. Learn how we’re doing this together at 👉🏾 powerinthepause.bwhi.org (link in our bio) #powerinthepause #BWHI #BlackWomensHealth #TheImperative

We love to see it!!! @dr.evab @lifebytosin @fearlesslyoma @drkristamarie @nicolealiciamd 🙌🏾👏🏾 The assumption that Black female surgeons had to meet lower standards is offensive and factually incorrect! Black women in medicine face enough barriers without having to combat such harmful stereotypes. Let’s set the record straight: •Black women represent just 2% of all surgeons in the U.S. •Black female doctors are underrepresented in all specialties but still consistently excel in the field. •Studies show that Black women surgeons outperform their peers in key metrics, including patient care and surgical outcomes, proving they don’t need to meet “lower standards” — they just need equal opportunities. Let’s continue to challenge outdated biases and uplift Black women surgeons who are making a profound impact in healthcare. 💪🏾🩺 #BlackWomenInMedicine #BlackWomensHealth #BWHI #TheImperative