MYF 81 | Systemic Racism in Health & Fertility Care + Question & Answer Session 5
Welcome to Episode 81!
In episode 81, I address the topic of systemic racism in health and fertility care and also do a shortened Q&A session for the month of June. The reason I chose to include the racism discussion with the Q&A episode is that it brings up an important question that I’ve had to ask myself and a question I'm sure people of color in this audience want to know the answer to as well, which is “What am I doing to understand, confront, and combat racism in myself and in my business?” I discuss some important statistics that highlight the disparities in health and fertility care between BIPOC and white communities and then share some amazing books and resources I've come across to learn more about the issue of systemic racism and how to address it, both personally and collectively.
For the Q&A portion of the show, you'll learn about:
Iodine deficiency, supplementation, and thyroid function
How to address poor sperm motility for male partners
CoQ10 for improving female fertility and egg quality
Getting a proper assessment and diagnosis for PCOS
What days to test for the various fertility hormones
Links to Antiracism Resources
Books on Racism in Healthcare
Unpacking White Privilege & Understanding Racism/Antiracism
Rachel Cargle: #DoTheWork free course, Instagram
White Fragility by Robin DiAngelo
How to Be An Antiracist by Ibram Kendi
Me and White Supremacy by Layla Saad
Courses/Trainings You Can Sign Up For
Race, Gender, & American Gynecology
The State of Black Mothers in America
Reimagining Small Business Townhall
Follow Chrissy King for updates on Diversity and Inclusion course availability
Resources for Q&A
Male Fertility
Supplements
PCOS
DUTCH Hormone Testing
Fertility Hormone Assessment
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Show Notes:
4:25 What black women and women of color are facing in a racist healthcare system
6:55 Books that can help you learn more about racism in healthcare
7:35 Confronting and addressing white privilege as a white person
10:10 Resources on antiracism for business owners and wellness professionals
11:10 What I’m up to at Tiny Feet and with the podcast to address racism
14:15 Is a skin test accurate for iodine deficiency? Can I self-medicate with iodine if I suspect hypothyroidism?
19:35 Can you share specific ways to increase sperm motility?
23:35 You didn’t mention CoQ10 in your free supplements course. Isn’t it important for female fertility?
26:05 I was diagnosed with PCOS based on an ultrasound, but I don’t think I have it. How can I find out for sure?
30:45 What are the correct days to have fertility hormone testing done?