After months away, I’m back with a deeply personal solo episode.

For over ten years, I built businesses, hosted retreats around the world, and thrived on being needed. When those chapters ended, I struggled with silence, burnout, and the fear of losing my identity.

In this episode, I share how closing Black Girls Pole nearly broke me, why I rushed into creating again before I was ready, and how postpartum burnout forced me to finally sit down and listen to my body.

I talk openly about outgrowing success, learning to rest without guilt, and why your worth doesn’t disappear when you pause. If you’re navigating change, burnout, or a season of “what now?” you are not alone my friend!

This episode is a reminder that resting is not quitting.

Did you know your brain actually washes itself while you sleep? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Angela Holliday-Bell, a board-certified physician and sleep specialist, to break down the science of rest. We cover the difference between REM and NREM sleep, why snoring is a red flag, and what new moms can do to survive the postpartum sleep struggle. If you’ve been running on fumes or need to create a new healthy bedtime routine, this episode will change the way you think about rest.

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Book- Sleeping on the Job

Website- The Solution Is Sleep

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In this episode of the Who's Your Mama podcast, I dive into a critical discussion on infertility with Dr. Amanda Adeleye, a double board-certified reproductive endocrinologist and infertility specialist. Dr. Adeleye shares her extensive knowledge on reproductive health, including the complexities of menstrual cycles, the impact of environmental factors on fertility, and the hormonal changes women experience from puberty to perimenopause. Not only do we talk about the the importance of consulting a gynecologist or reproductive endocrinologist if you are thinking of starting a family, we also chat about the often-overlooked contribution of male factors in fertility issues. This episode is packed with valuable insights for anyone interested in understanding reproductive health and fertility preservation.

00:00 Introduction and Gratitude

01:02 Meet Dr. Amanda Adier

02:01 Breaking Down Fertility Myths

03:02 Understanding Hormones

05:31 Hormonal Changes with Age

09:53 Environmental Impact on Fertility

16:16 Menstrual Cycle as a Vital Sign

20:20 Phases of the Menstrual Cycle

24:20 Challenges in Conceiving

24:44 Understanding the Emotional Journey of Infertility

26:06 Breaking the Stigma Around Male Infertility

28:10 The Role of Primary Care in Fertility Awareness

29:50 Preparing Your Body for Future Pregnancy

32:02 The Importance of Reproductive Endocrinologists

34:22 Navigating the Costs and Insurance for Egg Freezing

38:27 Perimenopause: Symptoms and Treatments

43:31 Final Thoughts and Resources

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Instagram: @amanda.j.adeleye_md

Website: CCRM Fertility

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