Healthy Navajo K'é

Yá’á’tééh! To kick off our series, Chantal Dominguez, a Diné wife and mother, will be sharing her pregnancy and birthing experiences on this episode. We appreciate Chantal for sharing her beautiful stories with us. The purpose of this series is to provide a space for birthing families to share their experiences to help other birthing families become informed about the ways pregnancy and birthing can happen.   

Disclaimer: We’d like to let our audience know that these birthing stories include real people with real stories and may include topics on traumatic pregnancy and birthing experiences leading to loss of life, miscarriage, depression, suicide, and grief. If you are listening, please take breaks as needed. If these topics are too much for you to handle, please join us again for our next episode and take care of yourself in the meantime.

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Instagram: @navajomch

Website: www.healthynavajofamilies.org

Youtube: www.youtube.com/@HealthyNavajoFamiliesProject 

Linktree coming soon!

Please email us if you have any questions, comments, or suggestions: [email protected]

This podcast was produced by the Healthy Navajo K'é Project. Support for the Healthy Navajo K'é podcast was provided through a cooperative agreement (Grant No. 5U7AMC50503-03-00) from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), Maternal and Child Health Bureau. The contents are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of HRSA, HHS, or the U.S. Government.

Guest hosts Shawndeena George and Tressica Johnson with the Navajo NARCH Project at Diné College, interview Dr. Diana Hu, a Pediatrician at Tuba City Regional Health Care Corporation and the vaccine coordinator for Navajo Area Indian Health Services. Dr. Hu discusses the importance and benefits of covid vaccinations for children, covid vaccine side affects and risks, and how to discuss vaccines with children. If you have questions about covid or covid vaccines, please call the TCRHCC hotline 928-606-4647 or 928-707-4865.

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Facebook: @Navajo Maternal and Child Health Project at Diné College

Instagram: @navajomch

Website: www.healthynavajofamilies.org

Youtube: www.youtube.com/@HealthyNavajoFamiliesProject 

Linktree coming soon!

Please email us if you have any questions, comments, or suggestions: [email protected]

This podcast was produced by the Healthy Navajo K'é Project. Support for the Healthy Navajo K'é podcast was provided through a cooperative agreement (Grant No. 5U7AMC50503-03-00) from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), Maternal and Child Health Bureau. The contents are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of HRSA, HHS, or the U.S. Government.

Diné College students and hosts Timeka Watchman, Crystanna Begay, Wahleah Watson, and Mariah Lee discuss their work in the PUH 299 Special Topics in Public Health course that was part of a research project titled Diné Teachings and Public Health Students Informing Peers and Relatives about Vaccine Education (RAVE). The students took on the role of health messengers and provided COVID-19 vaccine education to their peers and relatives. The students also interviewed two mothers, Kyann Dedman-Cisco and Karina Watson, as they share their experiences with their decision to vaccinate their child and how they talked to their child about COVID-19 and the vaccine.

This project was supported by NIH GM123550 and approved by the Navajo Nation Human Research Review Board (NNR-18-302).

If you have any questions about the RAVE Project or this episode please email [email protected]

The views expressed are the sole responsibility of Diné College and Northern Arizona University.

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Facebook: @Navajo Maternal and Child Health Project at Diné College

Instagram: @navajomch

Website: www.healthynavajofamilies.org

Youtube: www.youtube.com/@HealthyNavajoFamiliesProject 

Linktree coming soon!

Please email us if you have any questions, comments, or suggestions: [email protected]

This podcast was produced by the Healthy Navajo K'é Project. Support for the Healthy Navajo K'é podcast was provided through a cooperative agreement (Grant No. 5U7AMC50503-03-00) from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), Maternal and Child Health Bureau. The contents are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of HRSA, HHS, or the U.S. Government.

Yá’áh’tééh! In this week’s episode, we invited two special guests, Kimberly and Daili who share their experiences with having a Doula present throughout their pregnancy. Their stories included how they found a Doula in their area, who they reached out to, and why they sought Doula services. We want to thank both Kimberly and Daili for sharing their unique journeys about how Doulas helped them be heard and stay in control throughout their pregnancy. 

 We appreciate your continued support! Please listen to this podcast episode to listen for a unique code word. Comment the code word under the flyer for this podcast episode on our Facebook and/or Instagram page to be entered into a raffle for a native-designed rainbow crocheted scarf, or one of two pairs of crocheted earrings from Rolanda’s Yarn! We will be choosing three winners for each of the items. 

This podcast episode was in partnership with Rolanda’s yarn! Please check out this incredible native artist on Instagram. You can find handcrafted crocheted items such as scarves, earrings, plush animals, and other handmade crafts you may be interested in purchasing. Please support small native artists! You can also find their username on our flyer for this episode podcast on our social media page. 

Check us out!

Facebook: @Navajo Maternal and Child Health Project at Diné College

Instagram: @navajomch

Website: www.healthynavajofamilies.org

Youtube: www.youtube.com/@HealthyNavajoFamiliesProject 

Linktree coming soon!

Please email us if you have any questions, comments, or suggestions: [email protected]

This podcast was produced by the Healthy Navajo K'é Project. Support for the Healthy Navajo K'é podcast was provided through a cooperative agreement (Grant No. 5U7AMC50503-03-00) from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), Maternal and Child Health Bureau. The contents are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of HRSA, HHS, or the U.S. Government.

Yá’áh’tééh! In today’s episode, we invited a special guest, Shileah Benally. Shileah is a Full Spectrum Doula and she shares her journey on becoming a Doula, ways to become a Doula, and the important roles of a Doula during pregnancy and birth. We want to honor Doulas and encourage others to utilize Doula services during pregnancy and birthing experience. 

We appreciate your continued support! Please listen to this podcast episode to listen for a unique code word. Comment the code word under the flyer for this podcast episode on our Facebook and/or Instagram page to be entered into a raffle for a Native designed crocheted ear warmer, or one of two pairs of crocheted earrings from Rolanda’s Yarn! We will be choosing three winners for each of the items. 

This podcast episode was in partnership with Rolanda’s yarn! Please check out this incredible native artist on Instagram. You can find handcrafted crocheted items such as scarves, earrings, plush animals, and other handmade crafts you may be interested in purchasing. Please support small native artists! You can also find their username on our flyer for this episode podcast on our social media page. 

Check us out!

Facebook: @Navajo Maternal and Child Health Project at Diné College

Instagram: @navajomch

Website: www.healthynavajofamilies.org

Youtube: www.youtube.com/@HealthyNavajoFamiliesProject 

Linktree coming soon!

Please email us if you have any questions, comments, or suggestions: [email protected]

This podcast was produced by the Healthy Navajo K'é Project. Support for the Healthy Navajo K'é podcast was provided through a cooperative agreement (Grant No. 5U7AMC50503-03-00) from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), Maternal and Child Health Bureau. The contents are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of HRSA, HHS, or the U.S. Government.

Yá’át'ééh! In today’s episode, we invited a special guest Dr. Jennifer Richards with Johns Hopkins Center for American Indian Resilience, to discuss Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorder (PMADs) and ways to support birthing people who may be affected by this. We appreciate Dr. Jennifer Richards for joining us and sharing her knowledge. 

To our listeners, we appreciate your continued support! Please listen for the unique code word during the episode. Comment the code word under the flyer for this podcast episode on our Facebook and Instagram page to be entered into a raffle for a crocheted plush animal, crocheted mug pin cushion, or a crocheted pair of earrings from Rolanda’s Yarn! We will be choosing three winners for each of the items. 

This podcast episode was in partnership with Rolanda’s yarn! Please check out this incredible native artist on Instagram. You can find handcrafted crocheted items such as scarves, earrings, plush animals, and other handmade crafts you may be interested in purchasing. Please support small native artists! You can also find their username on our flyer for this episode podcast on our social media page. 

Check us out!

Facebook: @Navajo Maternal and Child Health Project at Diné College

Instagram: @navajomch

Website: www.healthynavajofamilies.org

Youtube: www.youtube.com/@HealthyNavajoFamiliesProject 

Linktree coming soon!

Please email us if you have any questions, comments, or suggestions: [email protected]

This podcast was produced by the Healthy Navajo K'é Project. Support for the Healthy Navajo K'é podcast was provided through a cooperative agreement (Grant No. 5U7AMC50503-03-00) from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), Maternal and Child Health Bureau. The contents are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of HRSA, HHS, or the U.S. Government.

Yá’áh’tééh! In honor of National Breastfeeding month, we invited special guest Amanda Singer with the Navajo Breastfeeding Coalition to discuss services the coalition offers in addition to breastfeeding education, challenges, and familial support. A special thanks to Amanda Singer for sharing their experiences and knowledge.

Hey listeners, we appreciate your continued support! Please listen to this podcast episode to listen for a unique code word. Comment the code word under the flyer for this podcast episode on our Facebook and/or Instagram page to be entered into a raffle for beaded earrings, a beaded pop socket, and a badge holder from TriggaCreations! We will be choosing three winners for each of the items. 

This episode podcast was in partnership with TriggaCreations! Please check out TriggaCreations on instagram! You can find beautiful beaded earrings, jewelry, and handmade crafts! Please support small native artists! 

Check us out!

Facebook: @Navajo Maternal and Child Health Project at Diné College

Instagram: @navajomch

Website: www.healthynavajofamilies.org

Youtube: www.youtube.com/@HealthyNavajoFamiliesProject 

Linktree coming soon!

Please email us if you have any questions, comments, or suggestions: [email protected]

This podcast was produced by the Healthy Navajo K'é Project. Support for the Healthy Navajo K'é podcast was provided through a cooperative agreement (Grant No. 5U7AMC50503-03-00) from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), Maternal and Child Health Bureau. The contents are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of HRSA, HHS, or the U.S. Government.

In this episode, we are continuing to discuss a topic from Season 1, which is  to bring awareness to the importance of prenatal care for mothers/birthing people and babies across the Navajo Nation. We invited  Dr. Katherine Glaser with Tuba City Regional Health Care Corporation to discuss what happens during pregnancy for the birth person and the baby and why it’s important to attend prenatal care appointments.

Check us out!

Facebook: @Navajo Maternal and Child Health Project at Diné College

Instagram: @navajomch

Website: www.healthynavajofamilies.org

Youtube: www.youtube.com/@HealthyNavajoFamiliesProject 

Linktree coming soon!

Please email us if you have any questions, comments, or suggestions: [email protected]

This podcast was produced by the Healthy Navajo K'é Project. Support for the Healthy Navajo K'é podcast was provided through a cooperative agreement (Grant No. 5U7AMC50503-03-00) from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), Maternal and Child Health Bureau. The contents are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of HRSA, HHS, or the U.S. Government.

In this episode we kick off Season 3 introducing our new co-host, Stacey Litson and discuss Pride Month, which is acknowledged in June to support and celebrate our LGBTQIA which stands for our lesbian, gay, transgender, queer or questioning, intersex and asexual relatives.

Hosts Amber-Rose and Stacey discuss the importance of Pride Month and Diné Pride events happening on the Navajo Nation with special guest Alray Nelson. Alray Nelson is the Executive Director & Co-Founder of Diné Pride and Diné Equality. In this episode, we want to acknowledge, support, and celebrate our Diné LGBTQIA relatives. To support Diné Pride and attend their events please visit their website at https://www.navajonationpride.com/ or their facebook page @NavajoNationPride 

Check us out!

Facebook: @Navajo Maternal and Child Health Project at Diné College

Instagram: @navajomch

Website: www.healthynavajofamilies.org

Youtube: www.youtube.com/@HealthyNavajoFamiliesProject 

Linktree coming soon!

Please email us if you have any questions, comments, or suggestions: [email protected]

This podcast was produced by the Healthy Navajo K'é Project. Support for the Healthy Navajo K'é podcast was provided through a cooperative agreement (Grant No. 5U7AMC50503-03-00) from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), Maternal and Child Health Bureau. The contents are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of HRSA, HHS, or the U.S. Government.

Host Amber-Rose discusses World Doula Day with special guests OC Gorman and Krystal Tsosie. OC Gorman is Full Spectrum Indigenous Doula working in the Phoenix area and she shares her journey about becoming a Doula and the important roles of a Doula during pregnancy and birth. Krystal Tsosie is a mother who shares her experience of having a Doula present during her pregnancy and birthing journey. In this episode, we want to honor Doulas and encourage others to utilize Doulas services during their pregnancy and birthing experience. World Doula Day is recognized on March 22.

Check us out!

Facebook: @Navajo Maternal and Child Health Project at Diné College

Instagram: @navajomch

Website: www.healthynavajofamilies.org

Youtube: www.youtube.com/@HealthyNavajoFamiliesProject 

Linktree coming soon!

Please email us if you have any questions, comments, or suggestions: [email protected]

This podcast was produced by the Healthy Navajo K'é Project. Support for the Healthy Navajo K'é podcast was provided through a cooperative agreement (Grant No. 5U7AMC50503-03-00) from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), Maternal and Child Health Bureau. The contents are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of HRSA, HHS, or the U.S. Government.