Trad Wives, MAHA, & Alt Right Wellness: How We Got Here & Where We Can Go Next

Jul 14, 2025

Delve into how women have historically been sidelined in healthcare discussions. Explore the MAHA movement's push for holistic health and its challenges. Discover the rise of the 'Trad Wife' phenomenon and its implications for women's identities. Examine the consequences of social media on our perception of wellness and critique the health policies impacting women's care. Lastly, engage in a vital conversation about the future of health advocacy, understanding systemic issues, and ensuring women are seen and supported.

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INSIGHT

Women's Medical Exclusion Impact

Women were excluded from clinical trials for 16 years due to safety concerns and hormonal complexity.
This exclusion still impacts medical recommendations, which are often based on male-centered evidence.

ANECDOTE

Misdiagnosis Due to Stress Label

A woman was repeatedly told her digestive issues were due to stress.
She was later diagnosed with stomach cancer after an eight-month delay.

INSIGHT

Distrust Spurs Alternative Movements

Women's exclusion from medical care fuels distrust, leading them to seek alternative health paths.
This distrust empowers anti-institutional movements like Maha and Trad Wives.

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In this episode, I’m diving into something deeply personal and incredibly important: the ways women have been left behind in conversations around health, autonomy, and identity. The traditional medical world has systematically excluded women—not just in research, but in how care is delivered, diagnosed, and dismissed. It’s frustrating, it’s heartbreaking, and it’s time we talked about it.

I’m breaking down the growing movements that are trying to fill in the gaps: what they get right, where they fall short, and why they matter. We’re going to take a close look at the MAHA movement, which centers on reclaiming holistic health and empowering women to take their well-being into their own hands.

I’m also going to unpack the rise of the “Trad Wife” movement, where some women are embracing ultra-traditional gender roles. What’s behind this shift? Why are more and more women turning away from modern ideals, and what does that say about the support systems we have (or don’t have) in place?

Importantly, I’m asking the big question: where do we go from here? Whether these ideas feel empowering, concerning, or confusing to you, this conversation is about understanding the why behind the movements—and imagining a future where women feel fully seen, heard, and supported.

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