The Single Well with Dr. Milah

The life expectancy for all Americans has decreased as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.   Even more striking is that the decrease for Black Americans is 3 times that of White Americans.   On social media, I saw some disparaging remarks about the focus on race when discussing these topics.   Even in such a racially tense climate, we are still largely uncomfortable with this topic, and it is often dismissed.  It is time we have a frank and ongoing discussion about the very real effect race has on our well-being. 

PBS News Hour: “COVID-19 has already cut U.S. life expectancy by a year.  For Black Americans, it’s worse. “
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/health/covid-19-has-already-cut-u-s-life-expectancy-by-a-year-for-black-americans-its-worse

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Tune in for my overview of the ketogenic lifestyle, some of the science and how it changed my perspective on nutrition. 

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I am so excited  to bring you this episode!  I met Dr. Dolapo Babalola when we both joined the amazing podcast launch course created by Dr. Charmaine Gregory.  We have become friends and supported each other as we embarked on our new journeys into podcasting.   Interestingly, early on, Dr. Babalola identified our mutual passions for holistic health and teaching our patients and clients to live at their finest, in God's way.  The rest was history! I was so honored to be a guest on her podcast in October 2020, and am so elated to have her share her wisdom on mine. 
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Dr. Dolapo Babalola is a board-certified Family Physician, Obesity Specialist, Fitness Coach, and Founder of Living At Your Finest Company.  Her passion is to apply a Fun, Fundamental, and Faith-Based Framework to help Women to Live at Their Finest Holistic Health so they are empowered to possess their worth, nourish their bodies and spirits, and triumph as Health Champions.  She shares lessons learned from her personal health struggles and extensive professional training through her Coaching Classes, YouTube Channel, and Podcast Show.   She is a wife, mother of 3, author of an inspirational book, an adventure seeker, and a community lover.   
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Website: https://livingatyourfinest.com/
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Podcast: ferventlyfit.libsyn.com
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Tune in for a lovely conversation about coaching women through significant life transitions. I learned a ton from Pam during the interview and I am certain you will be blessed by her as well!

Pamela Ludmer, MD MMEL, is a Med/Peds and Adolescent Medicine Physician and now Associate Dean for Curriculum Integration.  After completing medical school at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, she did both her residency and fellowship at Mount Sinai in NY.

She is also a divorced mom of two amazing teen boys in Westchester, NY.   After her divorce, she became a Certified Divorce Coach® in the hopes of helping other physician women navigate the challenges of divorce.  She can be found at www.alignitycoaching.com.  You can email her at [email protected].

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Dr. Evka is a Board-Certified family physician, life coach and mother of a child who initially fed very reluctantly.  Faced with these feeding challenges, she found that she was not given much helpful information and decided to become that resource for others.  She is the author of "The FPIES Handbook" and creator of "The Feeding Handbook" podcast.  In this episode, she eloquently discusses her own pivots and how they led to changes in her own eating habits and propelled her into her passion for solving the feeding challenges of her clients.   Whether you personally suffer from eating challenges, or you have cared for a child with these difficulties, I believe you will love the actionable tips shared here.   Enjoy!

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Keto Koinonia is a faith-based Facebook group and a podcast (coming soon) dedicated to the ketogenic lifestyle.  It is a safe space for open discussion and interaction to guide those interested in or living the ketogenic lifestyle, as we obey the call to care diligently for our temples.  Many different eating styles can fit into a ketogenic plan, but I discovered that it also led to a complete revolution of my overall wellness.  My mission is to help others do the same, in the power of Christian community.   

Please note:  The information shared on Pivot & Bloom and Keto Koinonia  does not represent and is not meant to construe medical advice.   Be sure to consult with your physician or medical practitioner before embarking on any health and/or lifestyle changes. 

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Join in for a lively interview with Dr. Ronke Dosunmu, who has made several entrepreneurial pivots which ultimately led her to coach others in starting their own businesses, building their legacies and even preparing their businesses for eventual sale.   She dropped several gems about many different things.  Enjoy!
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Ronke Dosunmu is a business and career coach as well as a serial entrepreneur. Her experience in corporate America as well as her 25 years of pediatric private practice, gives her insight into the effects of unbalanced work life on health and overall well being.

She is experienced in all aspects of business from start up to scale up. Dr Dosunmu is passionate about helping the professional woman thrive in leadership and entrepreneurship, without sacrificing her passion, purpose or her person. 

She has been married for over 30 years and is the mother of 3 adult children.

To work with or contact Dr. Dosunmu:
Email: [email protected]
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In this first episode of the highly anticipated year 2021, I sit down with the female half of my BFF duo, Mrs. Akilah Boldware.  We discussed all things nutrition and dive into her wellness pivot.  Amazingly, she was able to also influence her family to make significant changes as well.   Akilah is very transparent about her struggles with food and the key tools that have empowered her to make better choices overall.

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Akilah Boldware is a 38 year-old special needs educator, wife and mother, who resides in Columbus, Ohio with her husband, David, their 2 daughters, Shaiyah and Aniyah, and her mother-in-law, Andrea.  She loves to cook, create, paint ceramics, sing and listen to music in her free time.  

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Dr. Ken Berry
Keto Didn't Work For Me (11 Reasons Why) 2021
https://youtu.be/FXRz3quKzrU

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We have arrived at the end of 2020!  While I thought I would have other words to describe the roller coaster it was, I landed on gratitude.  This year, I have reached new personal heights and (virtually) met so many beautiful people.  Most importantly, I truly learned a lot about myself and what I want in my life.   In this episode, I wanted to express my gratitude for all that this year has revealed and what is to come in 2021.   

My sincerest thanks go to you, the Pivot & Bloom tribe of listeners, who have followed me along on this journey.  But, have no fear, we are just getting started! ❤️

Happy New Year!

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The final episode in the 4-part series "Abnormalizing Illness".    These are mental and physical conditions that many people suffer with, yet count it among those things that "just happen" to us with time.  Listen in as I discuss them and how they may affect our lives, and also how you can start to change your mindset when it comes to these common ailments.  

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