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EPISODE · Aug 13, 2025 · 42 MIN

Start Living a More Whole & Rested Life with Ciara Lyons, Founder of Her Black Wellness

from South Bay Buzz: The South Bay LA Storytelling Podcast · host Megan Lebre

In this empowering episode of South Bay Buzz, host Megan Lebre sits down with Ciara Lyons-Ragains, MSN, RN, PHN — registered nurse, wellness coach, mother, and founder of Her Black Wellness — to discuss the urgent realities of Black maternal health, preeclampsia awareness, and how to be your own best advocate in healthcare settings.Drawing from her own near-death experience, Ciara deep dives into topics such as systemic racism that fuels health disparities, why Black women are 3-4x more likely to die during pregnancy or postpartum, and what we can do to change the statistics.We also explore:✅ The signs and risks of preeclampsia (before and after birth)✅ How to prepare for healthcare appointments to be your own best advocate ✅ Practical, real-world ways to be a better ally to Black women✅ The power of rest, joy, and community in sustaining a whole and relaxing lifeWhether you’re an expecting parent, a healthcare professional, or someone committed to health equity, this conversation is packed with tools, tips, and truths📌 Connect with Ciara: Her Black Wellness📌 Follow Megan: South Bay Buzz

In this empowering episode of South Bay Buzz, host Megan Lebre sits down with Ciara Lyons-Ragains, MSN, RN, PHN — registered nurse, wellness coach, mother, and founder of Her Black Wellness — to discuss the urgent realities of Black maternal health, preeclampsia awareness, and how to be your own best advocate in healthcare settings.Drawing from her own near-death experience, Ciara deep dives into topics such as systemic racism that fuels health disparities, why Black women are 3-4x more likely to die during pregnancy or postpartum, and what we can do to change the statistics.We also explore:✅ The signs and risks of preeclampsia (before and after birth)✅ How to prepare for healthcare appointments to be your own best advocate ✅ Practical, real-world ways to be a better ally to Black women✅ The power of rest, joy, and community in sustaining a whole and relaxing lifeWhether you’re an expecting parent, a healthcare professional, or someone committed to health equity, this conversation is packed with tools, tips, and truths📌 Connect with Ciara: Her Black Wellness📌 Follow Megan: South Bay Buzz

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In this empowering episode of South Bay Buzz, host Megan Lebre sits down with Ciara Lyons-Ragains, MSN, RN, PHN — registered nurse, wellness coach, mother, and founder of Her Black Wellness — to discuss the urgent realities of Black maternal health,...

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