I’m thrilled to share my conversation with Tinuke Awe, the co-founder of Five X More - an organisation campaigning for better Black maternal health outcomes in the UK. Tinuke is an absolute powerhouse and was named a ‘Force for Change’ by British Vogue, a ‘Woman changing the World’ by the Evening Standard, and a ‘Future Shaper’ by Marie Claire. 

In this episode, Tinuke shares: 

• What prompted her to start Five X More
• Her campaigning work with the government to help improve Black maternal health outcomes 
• Her advice for Black women who are nervous about becoming pregnant in light of the statistics around Black maternal deaths 
• The work she does with health professionals to re-educate on myths and stereotypes around Black women, pain and gynaecology  
• And of course, the story of her first period! 

Tinuke says that when in a healthcare setting, it’s so important to trust your gut and speak up - do what you need to do to get the help you need. 

Thank you, Tinuke! 

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