Wellness Wednesday with 3W

How and Why to Start an Exercise Routine Now with Christi Emmons, ARNP

 In celebration of National Women’s Health & Fitness Day today, we’re excited to bring you this spirited conversation with 3W’s own medical provider and exercise enthusiast Christi Emmons. Listen in as Christi shares both practical tips and scientific research to inspire you to get started with your own exercise routine—or stay motivated to keep an existing routine going! 

What You Should Know About PCOS with Emma Weber, RN

In recognition of PCOS Awareness Month, today we bring you a conversation with special guest Emma Weber, a registered nurse and former 3W Medical volunteer, who joined us all the way from Connecticut for this recorded chat about PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome). 

As both a medical professional and a sufferer of PCOS herself, Emma has extensive knowledge and experience to share on this topic. Though our connection was a bit spotty, the information shared by Emma is spot-on and sure to be of help whether you are learning about PCOS for the first time or are already familiar with this sadly common condition!

How Does Abortion Affect Maternal Health?

We're excited to bring you yet another special guest from San Diego, CA via Zoom chat for the second week in a row!

This week, journalist and public health researcher Grace Emily Stark joins host and 3W CEO Helen Nguyen to discuss her provocative new article for Verily Magazine entitled, "Is Abortion Killing Maternal Health?" Tune in to hear the conversation and be sure to check out Grace's article at the link below!

https://verilymag.com/2020/08/abortion-killing-maternal-health-pregnancy-prevention-womens-health-20

Suicide Prevention Week - Know the Signs & the Resources that May Save a Life

In recognition of Suicide Prevention Week this September 6-12, therapist and social worker Ashley Hutchinson joins us all the way from San Diego, CA via Zoom chat to share her extensive experience, insights, and resources concerning suicide. Having personally suffered the loss of loved ones to suicide several times, Ashley is passionate about helping others prevent this all-too-common tragedy.

Please listen in and equip yourself with the knowledge and resources that may one day help save a beloved person's life--whether yours or that of someone you know.

As a bonus, Ashley has also shared her list of favorite resources for suicide prevention and mental health below: 

- American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. They have awesome chapters and walks around the country for fundraising and awareness. You can find them at www.afsp.org. Their website also points people to local chapters to be involved with. I have been participating and fundraising in their San Diego Out of the Darkness Walk for years. 

- Suicide Prevention Hotline. Anyone can call the hotline 24/7 across the country for crisis intervention at 1-800-273-8255. 

- Ethically speaking, if someone is actively suicidal and has a plan, intent, or means to harm themselves it is important for them or a loved one to call 9-11 ASAP or get to the closest emergency room.

- NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness, is so amazing. They are one of the oldest mental health organizations in the country. They can be found at www.nami.org. They too have local chapters that are bright and thriving and so welcoming!

- CoDA, otherwise known as Codependency Anonymous, is great for just about anyone struggling with self-esteem and relationship issues. They are a 12 step, self-help organization that stems from the AA tradition. 

- Catholic Charities offices across the country offer low to no cost therapy which is LOVELY! Our parish has a therapist and our priest is so lovely; he loves talking about mental health care!

- Give an Hour is a non-profit that couples with therapists across the country who donate their time to offer no-cost psychotherapy to military service members and their families. They too have a special place in my heart. You can find them at www.giveanhour.org.

- The Trevor Project has a 24/7 suicide crisis hotline as well for LGBT youth and their number is 1866-488-7386. They do very life-saving work for so many and I have heard their counselors are warm and comforting. 

- National Domestic Violence Hotline. They deal with crisis DV situations and they are a wealth of knowledge for anyone experiencing domestic violence. Their number is 1-800-799-3224.

Breastfeeding: The Good, The Bad & The Excruciating (Part 3 of 3)

Today we conclude our 3-part series on breastfeeding. Last week, Helena Nguyen shared the positive and negative aspects of her experience with breastfeeding from a mom's perspective. Prior to that, 3W cofounder and new mom Melanie Gibbs filled us in on the very worst that can happen. Now, for our final episode, Dr. Susan Rutherford joins host Beth Chase to educate us on breastfeeding from a medical perspective--including its many advantages and benefits when things go right! Join us as we end on a positive note in examining the bright side of breastfeeding.

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Breastfeeding: The Good, The Bad & The Excruciating (Part 2 of 3)

Breastfeeding Awareness Month continues and so does our 3-part series on breastfeeding. Last week, we heard from 3W co-founder Melanie Gibbs about her rather excruciating experience with this occasionally knotty mainstay of new motherhood. Today, another young mother, Helena Nguyen, joins her sister and near-namesake, 3W CEO Helen Nguyen, to describe the good and bad aspects of her comparatively much more positive experience!

If you enjoy this episode, consider subscribing to Wellness Wednesday via your favorite podcast app (we’re on most of them!), and please leave us a comment through the “Podcast” link at the top of our website (www.3wmedical.org) if you have any questions or topics you’d like us to address in a future episode. Thanks for listening!

Breastfeeding, Part 1: Beautiful, Natural & Potentially Excruciating

In recognition of Breastfeeding Awareness Month this August, we’re doing a multi-part series on breastfeeding:  the good, the bad, and the sometimes unbearable!

In part 1, 3W co-founder Melanie Gibbs recounts the many trials she encountered in breastfeeding her first daughter Josephine. Almost everything that could go wrong did go wrong. Listen in to learn about many of the problems and conditions to watch out for from a woman who, together with her baby, survived it all!

Pregnancy Discrimination in the Workplace

Work and pregnancy are sometimes seen as conflicting goods, but it doesn’t have to be that way. In fact, the long-term renewal of workforces everywhere literally depends on the maintenance of adequate pregnancy rates.

If you are a working pregnant woman or have coworkers or employees who are or may become pregnant, tune in to learn how you can be supported, or be a support, through this special situation. Know the accommodations you can request or make available to help your workplace promote a more pregnancy-friendly culture!

What Every Parent Should Know About the College Social Scene

For some college students, alcohol-fueled parties may rank among their most vivid college memories--that is, if they remember them. For others, they can be an unsavory mix of social pressure and unhealthy behaviors leading to long-term trauma from STIs or sexual assault. This is the dangerous underside of so-called "hookup culture." 

In today's episode, 3W office manager and recent UW graduate Lauren Wooding joins host Beth Chase to talk about hookup culture: what it is, how it works, and why you should care. Listen in and learn the risks your college-aged daughter, sister, or friend--and you yourself--should know about!

World Hepatitis Day - Protect Your Liver!

You probably know that hepatitis affects the liver, but did you know that certain forms can be sexually transmitted or even passed from mother to child during pregnancy and childbirth? Other forms can even be transmitted through food. Fortunately, there are many things you can do to protect yourself!

In observance of World Hepatitis Day, otherwise known as July 28th, Dr. Susan Rutherford joins host Beth Chase to talk about the various forms of hepatitis, how they’re spread, the relevant symptoms and tests you should know about, and what precautions you can take to avoid this debilitating and often long-lasting disease!