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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!
Episodes
Wednesday Dec 06, 2023
How to Find a Pediatric Doctor, with Dr. Froehlich, MD
Wednesday Dec 06, 2023
Wednesday Dec 06, 2023
What should new parents be looking for in a pediatric doctor? What questions should parents be asking at their child's appointments? And what resources are there for parents who are low-income? Tune in to today's episode where we discuss with retired pediatrician, Dr. Hervey Froehlich, as he shares some guidance that may help with your search.
Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is the opinion of the speaker, or speakers. Medical information is not intended as individual medical consultation, but for general education only. Always consult your own health professional for personalized advice regarding medical decisions.
Wednesday Nov 22, 2023
The Maternal Health Gap: The Role of Structural Racism & Contraceptives
Wednesday Nov 22, 2023
Wednesday Nov 22, 2023
"Despite the fact that America spends $111 billion (yes, billion with a b) annually on maternal and newborn care--twice as much as other high income countries, we have the highest maternal death rate of the developed nations." - Cassondra Moriarty
Join Helen for this solo episode as she discusses an article from the Verily Magazine: "How Can We Help Close the Maternal Health Gap?" by Cassondra Moriarty. Tune in to learn about how structural racism, contraceptives, and other issues play a part in America's maternal health gap and death rate.
Check out Verily Magazine here!
Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is the opinion of the speaker, or speakers. Medical information is not intended as individual medical consultation, but for general education only. Always consult your own health professional for personalized advice regarding medical decisions.
Wednesday Nov 08, 2023
Wednesday Nov 08, 2023
At 3W, we believe in a collaborative relationship between patient and doctor. Tune into this throwback episode of Wellness Wednesday with Helen and Dr. Adeola Mead, ND, to learn about:
- How to prepare for a doctor's appointment
- Questions you should be asking to make the most of your time with your doctor
- Questions you didn't know you could ask your doctor but should be asking
Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is the opinion of the speaker, or speakers. Medical information is not intended as individual medical consultation, but for general education only. Always consult your own health professional for personalized advice regarding medical decisions.
Wednesday Oct 25, 2023
Navigating Reproductive Grief & Loss, with Sara West
Wednesday Oct 25, 2023
Wednesday Oct 25, 2023
Reproductive grief and loss comes in many different forms and is an experience that calls for compassionate and intentional care, an issue that is not brushed under the rug. Tune in to today's episode as we chat with Sara West, director of hospital programs of the Institute of Reproductive Grief Care, about what reproductive grief care is, its importance, and the resources available for those experiencing reproductive loss.
Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is the opinion of the speaker, or speakers. Medical information is not intended as individual medical consultation, but for general education only. Always consult your own health professional for personalized advice regarding medical decisions.
Wednesday Oct 11, 2023
The Importance of Holistic Maternity Care, with Nicole Kristensen
Wednesday Oct 11, 2023
Wednesday Oct 11, 2023
For the launch of Season 4 of Wellness Wednesday with 3W, we are joined by Nicole Kristensen, a doula based New York and the founder of Holystic Maternity Care. Tune in as we learn more about Kristen’s services, the importance of holistic maternity care, and how doulas serve to fill the gap in maternal medicine.
Learn more about Holystic Maternity Care by visiting her website!
Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is the opinion of the speaker, or speakers. Medical information is not intended as individual medical consultation, but for general education only. Always consult your own health professional for personalized advice regarding medical decisions.
Wednesday Sep 27, 2023
Gestational Diabetes and Nutrition During Pregnancy, with April
Wednesday Sep 27, 2023
Wednesday Sep 27, 2023
What is gestational diabetes and what causes it? Who is most at risk for gestational diabetes, and what can be done to help prevent it? What are the consequences if left unnoticed or untreated? Tune in to today's episode where we talk with Certified Diabetes Educator, April Thomas, to get all the answers!
Resources:
https://diabetes.org/diabetes/gestational-diabetes
Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is the opinion of the speaker, or speakers. Medical information is not intended as individual medical consultation, but for general education only. Always consult your own health professional for personalized advice regarding medical decisions.
Wednesday Sep 13, 2023
Wednesday Sep 13, 2023
Are you a new parent or about to become a new parent? Need guidance on how to care for your newborn without compromising on sleep? Tune in to today's episode with the wonderful Sulamita Doula as she shares her expertise on a few parenting essentials like swaddling, burping, baby gadgets, and mistakes you might be making in your technique.
And if you're in the greater Seattle area in search of a Doula, consider booking an appointment with Sulamita herself:
- @sulamita_doula (Instagram)
- sulamitadoula@gmail.com
Resources mentioned:
Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is the opinion of the speaker, or speakers. Medical information is not intended as individual medical consultation, but for general education only. Always consult your own health professional for personalized advice regarding medical decisions.
Wednesday Aug 30, 2023
Forced Sterilization: My Family’s Experience, with Helen (Way Back Wellness Wednesday)
Wednesday Aug 30, 2023
Wednesday Aug 30, 2023
Here is a hard and horrifying truth to accept: forced sterilization still happens in the modern world, including in the U.S., and women of color are disproportionately impacted.
Inspired by a shocking Verily article on this subject, on today's throwback episode CEO Helen Nguyen shares the story of her own grandmother, a Vietnamese refugee who was sterilized without her knowledge or consent—on U.S. soil, after fleeing communist rule.
Please listen in to this important conversation and read the Verily article at https://verilymag.com/2021/04/the-dark-history-of-sterilization-in-the-u-s-2021!
Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is the opinion of the speaker, or speakers. Medical information is not intended as individual medical consultation, but for general education only. Always consult your own health professional for personalized advice regarding medical decisions.
Wednesday Aug 16, 2023
Finding Accessible Healthcare on UW Campus, with Tenny Larsen
Wednesday Aug 16, 2023
Wednesday Aug 16, 2023
As a college student, finding accessible healthcare can be a hassle. Between scheduling your first doctor's appointment without a parent to realizing the clinic doesn't take your insurance, it can be difficult to get the help you need.
If this sounds like your experience, tune in today's episode where we talk with Tenny Larsen, a sophomore in Public Health and the Vice President of Community Engagement for the UW Panhellenic Association, as we discuss why healthcare can be so difficult to access on campus, and where you can find the resources you need.
Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is the opinion of the speaker, or speakers. Medical information is not intended as individual medical consultation, but for general education only. Always consult your own health professional for personalized advice regarding medical decisions.
Thursday Aug 03, 2023
The Syphilis Epidemic in King County, with Christi, ARNP
Thursday Aug 03, 2023
Thursday Aug 03, 2023
With a 32% increase in all Syphilis cases from 2020 to 2021 and its continual rise of cases through 2023 (King County Public Health), the Syphilis epidemic in King County is not something to be ignored. Today, graffiti signs of “Syphilis rising” cover buildings and walls across Capitol Hill, pushing for more awareness and education of the disease.
Curious to learn more about what Syphilis is and the impacts of the epidemic in the local Seattle community? Tune into today’s episode where we discuss the details with our nurse practitioner, Christi.
Sources mentioned:
2023 STI Epidemiological Profile - Washington State Department of Health
Syphilis epidemic - King County Public Health
STI Fast Facts - Washington State Department of Health
Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is the opinion of the speaker, or speakers. Medical information is not intended as individual medical consultation, but for general education only. Always consult your own health professional for personalized advice regarding medical decisions.