S5 E2 Embracing Our Cycles: From Menstruation to Menopause

Host: Kearie Daniel, Woke Mommy Chatter

 

Guest Name: Saran James-Vaughan, Menstrual Health Educator

 

Episode Summary: 

 

Woke Mommy Chatter Podcast Show Notes

 

Episode Title: Embracing Our Cycles: From Menstruation to Menopause

 

Host: Kearie Daniel

 

Guest: Saran Saran James-Vaughan, Menstrual Health Educator

 

Episode Summary:

In this empowering episode of Woke Mommy Chatter, host Kearie Daniel welcomes Saran James-Vaughan, a menstrual health educator, to discuss the often-underrepresented topics of menstruation, perimenopause, and menopause in the lives of Black women and girls. 

 

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Key Topics Discussed:

 

1. Introduction to Menstrual Health Education:

   - Jameson Spine shares her passion for supporting women and girls in understanding their menstrual cycles.

   - Discussion on the connection between menstrual cycles and various aspects of life, including mental health, cultural identity, and emotional well-being.

 

2. The Journey of Black Girls into Womanhood:

   - The early onset of menstruation in Black girls and the importance of preparing them through open conversations.

   - The role of mothers and families in supporting young girls through this transition.

 

3. Navigating Perimenopause and Menopause:

   - The need for increased dialogue and support around menopause.

   - How perimenopause and menopause are perceived and experienced by Black women.

   - Strategies to navigate these changes with understanding and self-care.

 

4. Breaking the Silence Around Periods:

   - Addressing the stigma and silence surrounding menstruation in the Black community.

   - Sharing personal experiences and the importance of normalizing period conversations.

 

5. Addressing Period Poverty:

   - The challenges of period poverty and its impact on Black women and girls.

   - Highlighting organizations and efforts aimed at alleviating period poverty.

 

6. The Connection Between Menstrual Cycles and the Natural World:

   - Exploring the relationship between lunar cycles and menstrual cycles.

   - Understanding the importance of aligning one’s energy with natural rhythms.

 

7. Empowering Conversations with Young Menstruators:

   - Jameson Spine’s work in educating young girls about their menstrual health.

   - The power of storytelling and creating a comfortable space for discussion.

 

8. Menopause as a New Beginning:

   - Reframing menopause as a positive, transformative stage in a woman's life.

   - Addressing common misconceptions and preparing for this new chapter.

 

9. Final Thoughts:

   - Encouraging open discussions about menstruation and menopause to empower the next generation.

   - The importance of community support and sharing stories for collective empowerment.

 

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Resources Mentioned:

- "The Period Purse" - Organization addressing period poverty.

- "Hey Black Girl" - Initiative focusing on menstrual health education for Black women and girls.

 

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"Join the conversation and embrace every stage of womanhood. Listen, share, and empower each other through our collective experiences. Tune in to Woke Mommy Chatter for more empowering discussions."

 

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