Dr. Chowa

11/28/2025

An empowered postpartum care hits different. And here’s why:

When moms have a village, real education, and access to birth workers who see them, everything changes.
Postpartum becomes safer.
Support becomes proactive.

Moms feel held instead of forgotten.

At our EmpowerMOM Showers, we bring community, resources, and culturally competent care into one room, so no mother navigates those first weeks alone.

Join us, come learn, connect, and leave with the village you deserve. 💛

Your postpartum journey should be empowered, not overwhelming. If you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy or postpartum, you want to be at EmpowerMOM. Next event will be in April! Sign up link in our bio.

11/05/2025

Thinking about having a baby — but worried about your age?

This episode is for you.

Meet Dr. Toni Haley (Dr. Toni®) — bestselling author, certified executive coach, TEDx speaker, and founder of Soar to Excellence® Coaching. She’s helped countless high performers break free from burnout, perfectionism, and the Martyr Mindset®.

But what you might not know is that Dr. Toni’s own journey to motherhood wasn’t easy.
She became pregnant through IVF after 45 — and faced all the fears that come with being labeled “advanced maternal age” or “geriatric.”
Her story is one of faith, resilience, and survival.

🎙️ In this week’s episode of Fourth Trimester Voices, Dr. Toni opens up about how she manifested the life she dreamed of, how childbirth and postpartum challenged her, and how she’s now helping women design their own blueprints for thriving — in motherhood and beyond.

If you’ve ever been told you’re too old, too late, or too high risk to have a family — this conversation will remind you:

✨ Miracles don’t have an expiration date.
🎧 Tune in now on YouTube or any podcast platform.

IVF After 45 — How I Survived My Geriatric PregnancyWhat happens when you risk everything for motherhood?In this episode of Fourth Trimester Voices, Dr. Toni...

07/31/2025

This one episode is for all women. Bladder leaks should not be normalized. Bladder leaks are more common than you think—1 in 3 women experience them, especially during or after pregnancy, high-impact workouts, or with age. Yet so many suffer in silence, thinking it's just “part of being a woman.” It’s not—and there is a solution. There is Pelvic floor PT and more.

In today’s episode, I’m joined by Lauren Barker, CEO and Co-founder of Uresta, a revolutionary bladder support device that empowers women to live leak-free. Uresta is reusable, easy to use, and actually addresses the problem—not just the symptoms.

🎧 Tune in now to hear Lauren’s journey and how Uresta is changing the game for women’s health. Available on all podcast platforms.

Let’s normalize this conversation. Share this with a friend who needs to hear it. 💛


Disclaimer: This episode is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider to determine what’s right for you.

Bladder leaks are more common than you think—1 in 3 women experience them, especially during or after pregnancy, high-impact workouts, or with age. Yet so ma...

07/09/2025

In today episode, I sit down with Dr. Brittney Christian, chiropractor and founder of Well Prepared Nest, to break down the real benefits of chiropractic care for moms before and after birth. We discuss when to start, what’s safe, and how targeted care can help with pain, posture, pelvic alignment, and even emotional regulation during the fourth trimester.

Dr. Brittney brings her clinical expertise—and her personal journey as a mom—to the mic to help us all feel more supported, informed, and empowered.

✨ Your back, hips, and nervous system matter, mama. Let’s take care of them.

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Brittany Christian, chiropractor and founder of Well Prepared Nest, to break down the real benefits of chiropractic care...

06/18/2025

🎙️ New episode out now: When the birth plan doesn’t go as planned. What happens next? Let’s talk about it.

What happens when your birth plan collides with a medical emergency?In this powerful episode, Dr. Bessie Lynnette Staplefoote-Boynton shares how her journey ...

06/11/2025

🚨 Don’t wait until baby’s here — pick your pediatrician before you give birth! Here’s why:

1️⃣ Vibe check matters — You want someone who listens.
2️⃣ Aligned values — Whether it’s breastfeeding, sleep, or vaccines, you deserve a doc who shares your parenting philosophy.
3️⃣ Prenatal screening — A good pediatrician can support you before delivery with prenatal consults and planning.
4️⃣ Clear policies — Know their stance on things like home visits, after-hours care, and sick visits before you’re in crisis mode.
5️⃣ Support for YOU — A pediatrician who sees the mom as part of the care team is gold. You’re not just a side note.

🎧 Dive deeper on this in today’s podcast episode! Available on YouTube + all platforms.

📲 Subscribe, like, and share this with an expectant mama in your circle.

In this powerful conversation, I sit down with Dr. Shefali Chheda of Harmony Pediatrics to explore how pediatricians can—and should—be part of a mother’s fou...

06/04/2025

Reclaiming Your Body After Baby: Mommy Makeovers Uncovered with Dr. Tomi Familusi | Fourth Trimester Voices Podcast

In this powerful Season 2 opener on my podcast, we’re joined by Dr. Tomi Familusi, board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon and founder of Élevé Plastic Surgery in Atlanta.

We’re diving into the world of mommy makeovers — what they are, who they're for, and why they’re about more than just looks. Dr. Familusi breaks down the procedures, the recovery process, and how personalized plastic surgery can be part of a mom’s healing journey after childbirth.

✨ If you’ve ever wondered whether a mommy makeover is right for you, or if you simply want to better understand how moms can reclaim their confidence — this episode is for you.

🔗 Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe for more real conversations about life after birth.
📢 Let me know in the comments — would you consider a mommy makeover?

Today We are joined by Dr. Familusi, founder of Eleve Aesthetics in Atlanta GA, to talk all things mommy makeovers. From tummy tucks to breast lifts and the ...

05/08/2025

From the ER to your home—and stages across the country—I'm more than a physician. I'm a voice for change.
I speak on maternal health, reimagining postpartum care, healthcare inequities, and the power of true patient advocacy.

Whether I'm sharing my personal journey or delivering data-driven insights, my mission is clear:
To challenge the system and uplift the voices it too often overlooks.

Follow along—I’m just getting started.

05/05/2025

👋🏽 Welcome to my official page – Dr. Chowa!

I’m Dr. Phindile Chowa, a board-certified Emergency Medicine physician and founder of EMCare2U—a concierge medical service dedicated to transforming postpartum care.

I created this page as a space to keep you updated on the work I’m doing to move this mission forward: from improving how we care for moms after birth, to speaking out about maternal health disparities, to building programs that make postpartum support more accessible, compassionate, and life-saving.

Whether it’s through in-home visits, education, policy advocacy, or public speaking, I believe every woman deserves personalized care after childbirth—and I’m here to help make that a reality.

Thank you for being here. Let’s build something that truly supports mothers, together. 💛