In this enlightening episode of The Bleeding Truth, host Sally McNally welcomes Kim Crownover, a registered nurse with a powerful story about her journey with breast implants and the decision to explant. Kim shares her personal experiences, including the health challenges she faced after getting implants, such as severe joint pain, rashes, and gastrointestinal issues.Discover how Kim's journey led her to realize the potential connection between her health problems and her implants, ultimately resulting in her decision to have them removed. She discusses the importance of being informed about the risks associated with breast implants, including the potential for breast implant illness (BII) and the need for thorough research before making such a significant decision.Throughout the episode, Kim emphasizes the importance of self-love, body positivity, and the support of loved ones during the explant process. She also shares valuable advice for women considering implants or explants, including the significance of finding a board-certified plastic surgeon and being in the right headspace for recovery.Join us for this inspiring conversation that aims to empower women to prioritize their health and well-being. If you or someone you know is struggling with similar issues, this episode is a must-listen!Don't forget to like, subscribe, and leave a review!Follow Kim on Instagram:@KimberlyCrownoverTimestamps:00:00 - Introduction00:29 - Meet Kim Crownover02:02 - Kim's journey with breast implants08:00 - Health issues and diagnosis10:18 - Decision to explant11:29 - Recovery and results20:00 - Advice for women considering implants30:36 - Supporting women through their journeys44:54 - Conclusion and final thoughts#BreastImplants #Explant #HealthJourney #BodyPositivity #womenempowerment ▶ Sally's Childbirth Education & Hypnobirthing Classes: https://drsallymcnally.com/childbirth-education▶ Listen to us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5awpvBABvKR62noQcdsx5s#womenshealth #motherhood #pregnancy #surgery #podcast #hysterectomy

Welcome to The Bleeding Truth! I am delighted to have the lovely and knowledgeable nutritionist, Brittany Fowler, join us for this episode. We will be diving into essential nutrition topics for women, with a special focus on pregnancy. As a registered dietitian, Brittany brings a wealth of expertise in areas such as metabolic disorders, heart disease, gastrointestinal issues, and prenatal and lactation nutrition. She also graciously shares her personal health journey, which inspired her to specialize in nutrition. So, grab a cup of tea and join us as we explore the vital role of nutrition in women's health and well-being.

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Sally shares her post-surgery recovery process after a full hysterectomy and oophorectomy

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Sally describes her pre-surgery thoughts the day prior to undergoing a full Hysterectomy. 

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Sally reveals how she found her path to becoming a hypnotherapist, from a psychic in Dublin, Ireland to a midwife helping patients heal and cope with challenges through imagery techniques.

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In today's great chat with a Reproductive Care Specialist, Jacqui Lagana we took a deep dive into the professional care for STI's and women's reproductive health.

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▶  More about Jacqui!

Jacqui Lagana is both a  board Certified Nurse-Midwife, CNM and board certified Women's Health Nurse Practitioner, WHNP-BC with 15 years experience in Women's Health. In her professional career she was a a labor and delivery nurse midwife, nurse practitioner, and has trained midwives and currently trains Nurse Practitioners. As a nurse midwife, she previously worked for a hospital practice doing full scope midwifery. She currently works at a non-profit providing family planning, prenatal care, pregnancy complications, gynecology, male services, gender transitioning therapy, other other reproductive services in the world of sexually transmitted conditions, including HPV,  and performs cervical biopsies.

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Today we chatted with CNM Sarah Dinkler to discuss her expertise in women's contraceptives!

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▶  Sarah Dinkler CNM, WHNP-BC

Sarah Dinkler is a Certified Nurse-Midwife (CNM) and board certified Women's Health Nurse Practitioner (WHNP-BC) with 20 years experience in Women's Health. In her professional career she has been a nurse-midwife, a labor and delivery nurse, a childbirth educator, a clinical instructor, and a preceptor for nurse midwifery students and new grad RNs. As a nurse midwife, she previously worked for a local private practice doing full scope midwifery and prior to that she worked at a federally qualified health center (FQHC) providing family planning, gynecology, and prenatal care. She currently works at Antelope Valley Medical Center in Lancaster, CA.

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Pelvic Floor Therapy is a new gift in women's health! Today we sat down with Dr. Jen Ballentine Evans to discuss her practice - What is it, what can she treat, and how to get started!

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Dr. Jen Ballentine Evans, PT, DPT, WCS, CPI

Dr. Jen Ballentine Evans is a Los Angeles native who graduated from the University of Colorado at Boulder with a BA in Kinesiology in 2002. After a year working in clinical research, she entered Mount St. Mary’s College where she received her Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT) in 2006. She is proud to be the only board-certified Women’s Health Clinical Specialist (WCS) in Ventura.  She has completed the Comprehensive Pilates Teacher Training program (CPI) with Body Arts and Science International.  Dr. Ballentine Evans specializes in manual therapy for the orthopedic population, pelvic pain, incontinence management, pregnancy, and post-partum dysfunction, and Pilates for rehabilitation. In the last 14 years, she has attended multiple pregnancy, postpartum, Pilates, and pelvic physical therapy continuing education courses.  She has been trained in the mobilization of the visceral fascia of the urinary system, gastrointestinal system, and reproductive system of both men and women. She has also been trained in hypopressive (low pressure) exercise. Lastly, Dr. Ballentine Evans enjoys Pilates, hiking, snowboarding, wakeboarding, spinning, and helping patients improve their health and well-being.

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