60 Seconds with HLC: Beyond the Minute

On this episode of 60 Seconds with HLC, Dr. Thomas teams up with Christina Garrett, who is a mom, leader, productivity coach, and wellness advocate, to talk about maintaining your identity during motherhood.Motherhood is a beautiful part of who you are, but it is not the only part.This conversation explores the importance of finding balance, making space for yourself, and embracing joy without guilt.Because taking care of yourself is not separate from caring for your family. It is part of it.

On this episode of 60 Seconds with HLC: EndometriosisMonika Long, PA-C, joins us for a conversation on understanding endometriosis, its symptoms, and why awareness matters.Many women live with pain, discomfort, and symptoms that often go overlooked or misunderstood. It's important to understand women’s health concerns, including the prevalence of endometrial cancer and the value of early awareness, because informed care starts with informed conversations.

On this episode of 60 Seconds with HLC, we talk about food insecurity and the emotional weight many families carry behind closed doors.As summer approaches and children are home from school, many families experience increased stress around providing meals and meeting basic needs.Food insecurity impacts mental health, emotional wellness, and family functioning more than people realize.Support systems and accessible resources matter.

On this episode of 60 Seconds with HLC: Black Maternal Health Disparities.Shamicka Sewell, BSN, Women's Advocate, helps us break down what disparities look like and how they impact the way mothers are treated, heard, and cared for.We take a look into the reasons behind complications in pregnancy and childbirth for black women, highlighting systemic and cultural factors and we also discuss the importance of advocacy for women's health during doctor's visits, emphasizing the need for understanding and advocating for oneself.

On this episode of 60 Seconds with HLC, Kendra Waddy, LMFTA, joins us to discuss the societal expectations placed on women to absorb emotional needs and the resulting stress and burnout.Women and mothers are often expected to keep showing up, even when they are exhausted, and over time, that weight impacts mental health, relationships, and overall well-being.

On this premiere episode of 60 Seconds with HLC, hosts Dr. Dow and Dr. Thomas dive into the topic of maternal mental health, emphasizing its impact on the entire family and the broader aspects of mental health beyond postpartum depression.Like, subscribe, and check back weekly for new episodes!

Amanda Shurum, M.S., Program Director of YAP Inc. in Lee County joins us to talk about what family preservation really looks like.When families are stable and supported, stress decreases, parents are more present & children feel safer and more secure.