"Black Maternal Health & The System"| I Choose Health Podcast Episode 16- Nicole Potts

This conversation delves into the critical issues surrounding Black maternal health, highlighting the systemic challenges faced by Black women during pregnancy and childbirth. Nicole Potts, a doula and mental health counselor, shares her insights on the importance of support systems, the role of doulas, and the impact of systemic racism in healthcare. The discussion emphasizes the need for cultural competency among healthcare providers and the significance of mental health support for mothers. Additionally, practical healing practices and the importance of reclaiming joy in the birthing process are explored, alongside the challenges of imposter syndrome in motherhood. Chapters 00:00 Understanding Black Maternal Health Challenges 05:11 The Role of Doulas in Maternal Support 10:07 Emotional and Psychological Challenges for Black Mothers 15:16 Systemic Racism and Its Impact on Maternal Health 20:30 Navigating Birth Fears and Trauma 25:47 Healing Practices for Black Mothers 30:14 Cultural Competency in Healthcare 35:10 Reclaiming Joy in the Birthing Process 40:53 Addressing Imposter Syndrome in Motherhood Nicole's Socials: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100014705345325 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nyoki_nikki/ https://www.instagram.com/melanin_rych_/ Subscribe to Our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@mindcorefitness1 Our Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindcorefitness1/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mindcorefitness To order our merchandise, click on the following link: https://bit.ly/45Xd3r0 🎶 Music Credit to: Be My Joy by Glow is licensed under a Creative Licensing Attribution via Snapmuse: https://snapmuse.com/track/be-my-joy-1904146 Follow the podcast on Spotify by clicking here: https://anchor.fm/mindcore-fitness Feel like you're struggling and need help? Visit https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealth for 10% off your first month.