"For many parents, the ADHD diagnosis begins with an “Aha” moment, when it dawns on you that your child’s problems may be caused by a biologically-based disorder like ADHD" - ADDitude Magazine This week, Mandii B is joined by a mother, and the host of The Lipstick Laundry Podcast, Shyni. The ladies talk about Shyni’s experience of raising a child that has been diagnosed with an attention deficit disorder, ADHD, and how she learned her son's rebellious nature was later diagnosed as “ODD”. Join us as we explore: - The sudden shift Shyni’s life took after her late husband’s sudden motorcycle accident - Tactics that can help encourage control certain behaviors within children diagnosed with ADHD - Shyni’s initial reluctance to begin medication as a form of treatment and how she worked past that - The importance of early diagnosis and treatment Connect with us: @officalboxowner @fullcourtpumps officialboxowner.com Connect with our guest: @lipsticklaundrypodcas The Lipstick Laundry Podcast A great ADD/ADHD newsletter resource: ADDitude Magazine (inside the ADHD mind) https://www.additudemag.com/

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“If your doctor’s ego is bigger than your health, you need to find another doctor” -Karla Bussey One of OBO’s goals, is to start the conversation around reproductive health. This week, Mandii B is joined with another phenomenal woman, Karla who bravely shares her journey with infertility and educates us on APS AKA Antiphospholipid syndrome. Karla discusses the conversations she had with her partners about family planning and educates us about her journey with the autoimmune disease, Antiphospholipid syndrome (APS). In this episode we discuss: - What is APS & how it causes blood clots and for many women, inside of the placenta - The steps towards a proper diagnosis - The conversation with a medical professional after a diagnosis - Geriatric pregnancy - How APS can cause miscarriages Warning: This episode contains conversations about miscarriages Connect with us: @officialboxowner @fullcourtpumps Our guest, Karla, hosts a women's meet-up that can serve as a valuable resource any women seeking to find support or learn more about our topic today: https://www.meetup.com/black-singles-looking-to-find-a-co-parent/ ============= Official Box Owner:
We are so honored to not only partner with other brands but also support your needs by offering our own OBO products. Visit us at www.officalboxowner.com to buy, Balanced Box Boric Acid suppositories, Yummy box apple cider vinegar gummies, & our custom OBO pouch to carry your feminine products with style!

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Hey Box Owners, In this episode, I am joined by PCOS and Cannabis enthusiast, Cash Arroyo. After Cash’s multiple doctor visits, ultrasounds, pap smears, and $30,000+ in medical debt she talks to us about living with her PCOS diagnosis and her journey in womanhood. Cash tells us about dealing with cystic acne, dark unwanted facial hair aka hirsutism, weight gain, insomnia, and abdominal pain caused by her PCOS.   In this episode you can expect to hear: - Cash’s personal journey with PCOS - Insurance obstacles and co-pays - Depression - infertility Connect with Us: @officialboxowner @fullcourtpumps Connect with our guest: @casharroyo

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Welcome back Box Owners! This week we welcome back the CEO of Idea To Launch Agency/Academy, Podcast host, and a former Period, Sis guest, Carla Wilmaris. Contrary to popular belief, the baby doesn’t pop out of the womb and start drinking milk from the nipples seamlessly, it’s a process. In this episode, Carla and I discuss the controversy around breastfeeding in public and the overall challenges women face while breastfeeding. Carla shares the pain and discomfort while getting the baby to latch properly and the impact that stress can have on a woman’s milk production.  This learning process for both Mom and baby can cause a lot of stress and frustration. In Carla’s words “we both don’t know what the fuck we are doing.” She talks about needing support from her doula and spouse while trying to breastfeed and shares how often she’s wanted to give up. Tune in to learn about the healing properties in breast milk, baby bonding, and how truly magical breasts are! If you know someone who is breastfeeding please send this to them.  Connect with us: @officialboxowner @fullcourtpumps  www.officialboxowner.com   Connect with our guest: @carlawilmaris @ideaToLaunch @whatevershesayspod

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OBO’s mission to introduce women to healthier and more affordable products for their mensural cycle is an ongoing mission. This week, Mandii B is joined by an Official Box Owner box partner, women’s health nurse practitioner, and founder of the reusable disc Vagesty, Annterria Bruce. Vagesty is a black-owned, eco-friendly, reusable disc made out of medical silicone and lasts for 5 years. Annterria shares the journey of creating her company and the health and financial benefits she’s experienced since switching to the reusable disc.   In this episode we discuss: - How to properly sanitize your reusable disc - Best practices for first-time disc users - How to have mess-free sex on your cycle - Why traditional mensural products increase your chances of PCOS and type II diabetes    Connect with Us: @fullcourtpumps @OfficialBoxOwner Connect with my Guest: Twitter and IG : @vagesty_   TikTok - @punanipractitioner   Website- vagesty.com =========== Official Box Owner: We are so honored to not only partner with other brands but also support your needs by offering our own OBO products. Visit us at www.officalboxowner.com to buy, Balanced Box Boric Acid suppositories, Yummy box apple cider vinegar gummies, & our custom OBO pouch to carry your feminine products with style!

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“Your womb wants to work for you.”- Samantha Denäe (Endo Educator). This week Mandii B is joined by the Endo Educator, Samantha Denäe. Samantha shares her period journey and the years it took to finally be diagnosed with Endometriosis. During Samantha’s teenage years into her young adulthood she suffered from debilitating periods to the point where she would have to miss school or work due to the pain. Multiple doctors told Samantha that pain during her period was just something she would have to deal with and would lessen as she got older or pregnant. For years Samantha treated herself with over the counter pain pills that never seemed to work.  At 24 after going to the emergency room during a painful period, where she couldn’t even walk and almost overdosed on codeine, she finally was connected with a clinic and doctor who listened to her. The doctor asked 3 questions that changed Samantha’s life and finally gave her the diagnosis of Endometriosis. Samantha gives us a vivid look into her journey of learning at 24 that Endometriosis caused her fertility had decreased 50%, dealing with having those conversations in romantic relationships, the depression that ensued and the trauma healing that she had to do to become the Endo Educator.    In this episode we discuss: - Endometriosis - Samantha seeking out other Black people dealing with Endometriosis - Becoming the Endo Educator  - Advocating for yourself with medical professionals - Educating students on period health care  - Trauma manifesting in your womb - Healing your own trauma      Connect with Us: @fullcourtpumps @OfficialBoxOwner Connect with my Guest: @_samanthadenae_ @entouchwombcare Linktr.ee/_samanthadenae_

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This week we recapped some of our favorite podcast episodes: - The Vagina is a Work of Art Literally - Good Box vs Healthy Box - The Ph Balancing Act - Let’s Talk About Vaginal Health and Pap Smear - Hygiene Rituals Before & After Sex - How To Vtox

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“If you feel the pain is abnormal, you don’t have to rationalize it— you can just ask for help.” - Yancy Chery This week, I am joined by a multidisciplinary artist and educator in intimacy, relationships, and sex Yancy Chery. Yancy shares the importance of validating the pain she felt and trusting her body when it signaled to her that something was abnormal. She tells us about how her paralyzing abdominal pain sent her into a state of panic and how the nervousness and hysteria of the people around her simply exacerbated the situation. After being rushed to the hospital doctors couldn’t identify the cause of the pain and sent her home with a prescription for Naproxen. Shockingly, Yancy later learns that her pain may have been caused by a double ovarian cyst rupture and that this phenomenon was “common” amongst many women. Without the proper sexual and reproductive education, many women can suffer from anxiety caused by the lack of information about their bodies. Many women may also learn to minimize their pain caused by the fear of drawing too much attention to themselves forcing them to push aside their own pain to console the people attempting to console them. Let’s normalize sexual and reproductive conversations with our family and friends. It can legitimately save lives. Connect with us: @officalboxowner @fullcourtpumps officialboxowner.com Connect with our guest: @yancy.chery www.yancychery.com ================== Official Box Owner: Visit us at www.officalboxowner.com

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We’ve all been to the doctors and told a little white lie when answering the traditional questionnaire. Do you smoke? How many partners do you have? Do you have unprotected Sex? This week, I am joined by 1/2 of the Vagine Queens, a phenomenal women’s health nurse practitioner, and boss Alyssa. In this episode, we talk about the questions your health care professionals ask you that you may be embarrassed to answer TRUTHFULLY, how lying to your health care professional decreases the quality of your care you’ll receive, how often to get a Pap smear and why they are important as a preventive measure to catch cervical cancer early, and so much more. Share this episode with a friend! Connect with us: @officialboxowner @fullcourtpumps [email protected] www.officialboxowner.com Connect with my guest: @TheVagineQueens https://www.thevaginequeens.com/

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Welcome back BOX OWNERS ! This week I am joined by sexpert Kimi LeVadge. We discuss some best practices for preventative vaginal care and talk about some of the ways your partner might be unknowingly be contributing to bacteria growth in your vagina. We can never learn too much about our box down there and remember, the journey may look different for all of us. In this episode we discuss: - Bacteria Vaginosis - Sex fluids vs. yeast Infections - Cotton underwear vs. “sexy” Lace underwear - Condom irritation Connect with Us: @fullcourtpumps @OfficalBoxOwner Connect with my guest: @KimiLeVadge

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