Be Well Sis: The Podcast

"My son, Joshua, died in 2014 during my 39th week of pregnancy. I was just a few days shy of my due date. After we received news that he no longer had a heartbeat, I knew my life would change forever"- Caroline, Founder of Parents of An Angel and author of Heartache, Heatling, & Hope: The Store of One Mom's Courageous Journey After Pregnancy Loss This episode features the lovely founder of Parentsofangel.com- an online destination devoted to supporting grieving families after such a loss. After losing her son just a few days shy of her due date, she knew that her life would never be the same. After failing to find appropriate resources for grieving mothers and navigating an arduous path to healing, Caroline created Parentsofanangel.com . There, grieving mothers and families can find information on everything from postpartum care after a pregnancy loss to tips on how family and friends can provide support during that time.    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Guest Spotlight:   In this episode, we spoke with Florie Johnson- a California-based Intuitive, Reiki Healer, Feather energy cleanser, Alternative Health Expert, and mother who uses a variety of tools to help her clients turn their pain into power.  This episode is crucial, not only, for those looking to start their wellness journey, but also, for those looking for new tools to add to their wellness arsenal.    We discussed: How to use your kitchen as your medicine cabinet How to use gratitude to shift your perspective and experiences How to develop your intuition How to mother your inner child How to incorporate flower essences in your self-care practice Finding the right healing crystal for you How to Contact Florie: Instagram , her website, or call her→ (424) 281-9119 Florie’s Book Recommendations: Love is in the Earth: The Crystal and Mineral Encyclopedia The Flower Essence Repertory Heal Your Body: The Mental Causes for Physical Illness and the Metaphysical Ways to Overcome Them ______________ Join the tribe!  Be Well, Sis Current Favorites- Goli Apple Cider Vinegar Gummies : The world’s first apple cider vinegar gummy; packed with powerful antioxidants and infused with superfoods.  Natural Annie’s Essentials: Non-toxic, homemade Soy wax candles with 35-50+ hour burn times.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Guest Spotlight: This week, we had the pleasure of speaking with Alishia McCollough - a North Carolina based therapist, author, poet, and social justice worker. We discussed: Her journey and experience as a Black Therapist Eating Disorders and Disordered eating in Black and Brown communities Racial disparities in diagnosing eating disorders in marginalized communities The importance of having and enforcing boundaries for mental health Tips/coping strategy for the anxiety inducing news Where to find Alishia on the web: Instagram Alishia’s Book Recommendations:  Fearing the Black Body by Sabrina Strings The Body is Not an Apology: The Power of Radical Self-Love by Sonya Renee Taylor Blossoming by Alishia McCullough __________________________ Join the tribe!  Be Well, Sis Current Favorites Goli Apple Cider Vinegar Gummies : The world’s first apple cider vinegar gummy; packed with powerful antioxidants and infused with superfoods.  Natural Annie’s Essentials: Non-toxic, homemade Soy wax candles with 35-50+ hour burn times.    Be Well, Sis. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Guest Spotlight: Marsha Hoffman, of Salut Nutrition, is an NYC based Registered Dietitian, wellness blogger, avid traveler, and food enthusiast who is passionate about experiencing different cultures through food. While nutrition is important, she believes life is meant to be enjoyed and stresses that having balance is a crucial part of wellness. She also shared her journey on becoming a Registered Dietitian and offered great tips for those also considering a career as a Registered Dietitian. We discussed also: The role of nutrition as part of self-care. Is juicing a sustainable diet? Is the Ketogenic diet a sustainable diet? Who might benefit from the Keto diet? Tips for eating a plant-based diet. How small daily nutritional changes can yield massive health results. Tips for eating balanced meals Benefits of buying produce that is in season Resources for those living in food deserts: Health Bucks: An NYC program that offers a financial incentive for residents of low-income neighborhoods to purchase fruits and vegetables at farmers’ markets. Imperfect Foods: Reduced Cost Box Program, which takes 33% off the cost of yo.ur order, every time you order. Enjoy healthy, high-quality groceries that cost less and fight food waste Feeding America America: We work to get nourishing food – from farmers, manufacturers, and retailers – to people in need.   How to find Marsha: Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/doyousalut Websites: http://www.salutnutrition.com http:www.doyousalut.com   Thanks for listening! Let's keep in touch Sis! www.instagram.com/bewellsis_podcast  www.instagram.com/withlovecassandre  www.withlovecassandre.com www.bewellsispodcast.com Rate and share with your squad so that they, too, can be part of the Tribe :)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Guest Spotlight: Mila Clarke Buckley of the Hangrywoman.com. is a type 2 Diabetes patient advocate and digital storyteller who started her food blog after being diagnosed with type 2 Diabetes and struggling to find approachable resources to help her manage her condition.    We discussed: Symptoms of Type 2 Diabetes The stigma of living with Type 2 Diabetes Possible complications of Type 2 DM Resources for newly diagnosed women  Slow absorbing vs fast absorbing carbs Nutritional tips for managing DM Symptoms of low blood sugar The importance of a Diabetes Educator and Nutritionist on your journey Her review of the FreeStyle Libre glucose monitor Mila’s Book Recommendation: Salt, Acid, Fat, Heat by Samin Nosrat Where to find Mila:  www.thehangrywoman.com www.instagram.com/thehangrywom ____________ The Be Well, Sis Podcast Partners: Goli Nutrition- The world's first apple cider vinegar gummy; packed with powerful antioxidants and infused with superfoods. _________ Join the tribe on Instagram Visit the show site  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Too often, Black women are a mere afterthought in conversations around wellness. On this podcast, the dialogue is always centered around women like you. Join me, and we'll share in the experience and expertise of some of the most fascinating women in wellness. From relationship conversations to tougher discussions on things like the Black Maternal Health crisis to the light-hearted banter on my own personal wellness journey- this podcast will deliver everything you need to get it together mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually. This is OUR space. Welcome to the podcast but more importantly- welcome to the tribe. Be well, sis.  Officially join the tribe at www.bewellsispodcast.com Follow on IG: http://www.instagram.com/bewellsis_podcast  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.