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Wellness Wednesday with 3W is a biweekly educational podcast produced by 3W Medical for Women, a non-profit women’s health clinic located in Seattle, WA. Follow us for fun and informative conversations about women’s health, relationships, and a wide range of other health topics!
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Wednesday Dec 09, 2020
Wednesday Dec 09, 2020
Telling a partner about a current or past sexually transmitted infection isn’t easy, but the consequences of not telling them can be even worse. What should you share and how can you reclaim a sense of security and comfort when sharing it? 3W CEO Helen Nguyen shares her insights on this topic in today’s episode of Wellness Wednesday!
Wednesday Dec 02, 2020
Wednesday Dec 02, 2020
What's it like working at a women's clinic? How is 3W different from other women's clinics? In today's episode, our beloved CMA (certified medical assistant) Annabell Sandoval answers these questions and more along with 3W CEO and host Helen Nguyen, who adds her perspective from the non-medical side. Listen in and get to know a little more about the people and details that make 3W unique!
Wednesday Nov 25, 2020
Wednesday Nov 25, 2020
To lighten the mood after a string of podcasts on serious subjects, today we invite you to listen in just for fun! 3W staff members Taylor Worthen and Lauren Wooding join host Beth Chase to share their love, learning, and personal experiences with essential oils. From what they are, to do's and don'ts, traditional uses, and much more, today's conversation reminds us: it's okay to stop and smell the rose oils!
A video version of this episode will also be available to watch on our Instagram and Facebook pages.
Disclaimer: The information contained in this episode does not constitute medical advice and is not intended to diagnose or treat any illness. The opinions expressed are those of the featured guests only and do not necessarily represent the opinions of 3W or its medical providers.
Wednesday Nov 18, 2020
Wednesday Nov 18, 2020
In true socially distanced form, our guest today joins us via Zoom chat all the way from San Diego, CA to talk about social distancing and depression!
Ashley Hutchinson is a psychotherapist and clinical social worker who previously guest starred on Wellness Wednesday for our suicide prevention episode on September 9th. Today, she reconnects with host and 3W CEO Helen Nguyen to share her professional perspective concerning depression in this time of prolonged social disconnection.
Listen in and learn a few of the things you can do even now to help yourself and others feel less sad and alone!
Wednesday Nov 11, 2020
Wednesday Nov 11, 2020
Dysmenorrhea. It’s a pain to spell and a pain to endure.
More commonly known as menstrual cramps, dysmenorrhea comes in two forms and can be treated with a variety of means, from over-the-counter and prescription medications to certain supplements and lifestyle adjustments. In this episode of the Wellness Wednesday podcast, our own Dr. Susan Rutherford covers all this and more!
Tune in and equip your brain… to ease the pain!
Wednesday Nov 04, 2020
Wednesday Nov 04, 2020
Breast cancer is the most common form of cancer affecting women. In today's episode, Dr. Susan Rutherford joins host Helen Nguyen via Zoom chat to share the signs, risk factors, and screening procedures you should know to help you and others detect it as early as possible. Listen in and empower yourself with the essential knowledge that could save a life!
Wednesday Oct 28, 2020
Wednesday Oct 28, 2020
Miscarriage is a common and painful reality which couples too often suffer through silently and alone. Today, 3W executive assistant Taylor Worthen and her husband Daniel join host Helen Nguyen via Zoom chat to share their recent experience of grieving the loss of a pregnancy and how connecting with others has helped them to heal and move forward. We hope you'll benefit from this difficult but important conversation.
Wednesday Oct 21, 2020
Wednesday Oct 21, 2020
In continuation of our “Vagina 101” educational series, today we’re bringing you another lively and informative discussion featuring our resident vagina care expert Christi Emmons, ARNP and 3W staff members. Tune in for in-depth and unbiased advice on grooming, discharges, and what (not) to wear down there!
Wednesday Oct 14, 2020
Wednesday Oct 14, 2020
Odors and discharges and hairs — oh, my!!!
Keeping your vagina clean and healthy can seem like a complicated business, but it doesn’t have to be. Listen in as our own Christi Emmons, ARNP headlines a roundtable discussion with host Beth Chase and 3W staff that will leave you informed, uplifted, and assured. Learn what’s helpful, what’s harmful, and why one ob-gyn has been heard to proclaim, “your vagina is like a self-cleaning oven.” All this and more in our first installment of “Vagina 101!”
Wednesday Oct 07, 2020
Wednesday Oct 07, 2020
Inspired by a recent blog post at Natural Womanhood (linked below), today 3W CEO Helen Nguyen breaks down 8 tips for getting your medical needs met when your doctor won’t listen to you. Listen in and learn how you can be a more proactive patient and get the most out of every medical appointment!
https://naturalwomanhood.org/tips-for-when-your-doctor-wont-listen-help-for-pcos/