Fourth Trimester Voices Podcast
Join Dr. Chowa as she engages with mothers, birth workers, and healthcare professionals to shed light on the challenges and triumphs of the fourth trimester, advocating for better care and support for all.
Fourth Trimester Voices
Fourth Trimester Voices delves into the crucial yet often overlooked fourth trimester, the 12 weeks following childbirth. Whether you’re a new parent navigating the early weeks of your baby’s life, a seasoned caregiver, or simply curious about the postpartum journey, this podcast provides valuable information and heartfelt stories to support and inspire you. Our focus is on the mother and her recovery.
Heart Failure After Birth? What Black Mothers Need to Know
Black Maternal Health Week Spotlight: This week, we’re talking about a silent killer that’s affecting Black moms at alarming rates: Postpartum Cardiomyopathy (PPCM). Black women are up to 15x more likely to develop this life-threatening condition, and many are dismissed or misdiagnosed until it’s too late. In this episode, I break down what PPCM looks like, how to talk to your doctor, the stats we can’t ignore, and why more research, listening, and postpartum care are the solution.
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Digital Danger: The Impact of Online Misinformation
Moms, before you take that next social media tip as gospel—WATCH THIS. In this episode, we dive into the dangers of digital misinformation targeting pregnant and postpartum moms. From viral TikToks to mommy forums, not all advice is created equal—and some of it can be downright dangerous.
As a board-certified emergency physician and postpartum advocate, I'm breaking down how to spot red flags, what questions to ask, and how to protect your mental and physical health in the digital age.
Subscribe for more real-talk about motherhood, postpartum care, and what it really means to be informed in today’s world.
Postpartum Check-In: Making the Most of Your 6-Week Visit
The 6-week checkup is often the only follow-up moms get after giving birth—and yet, it’s rushed, superficial, and misses the mark for so many. In this episode, I’m breaking down what the 6-week visit is supposed to cover, what often gets overlooked, the questions you should be asking, and what real postpartum care should look like.
This is your body, your healing, your life. Don’t settle for being told “you’re cleared” and sent on your way. You deserve more.
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