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Some lies I told myself as a new mom. I had no idea how this new role would stretch me, redefine my life, empower me, so...
04/28/2026

Some lies I told myself as a new mom. I had no idea how this new role would stretch me, redefine my life, empower me, some days drain me yet in all make me whole.

Share this with a new mom, so she knows she is not alone!

04/26/2026

Navigating the healthcare system can be complicated and overwhelming; I say this as a doctor and also a patient.

But what shouldn’t be complicated is a patient’s autonomy and right to medical decision making once they have been educated, counseled and provided with all of their options.

Facts can be perceived as fear mongering in certain settings but I’d rather lay down the evidence than coerce. 🤎

Simple everyday habits to support your v@ginal health because vaginal hygiene should not be complicated. Approved by an ...
04/25/2026

Simple everyday habits to support your v@ginal health because vaginal hygiene should not be complicated.

Approved by an OBGYN 🤎

I’ve been chatting with friends about this a lot lately, so I wanted to share. Healing takes time and patience, especial...
04/21/2026

I’ve been chatting with friends about this a lot lately, so I wanted to share.

Healing takes time and patience, especially when working through trauma.

Your journey is yours alone, so don't compare it to someone else's.

And remember that Everyone's dealing with their own struggles (big or small). Be kind to yourself.❤️‍🩹

04/20/2026

Pain management options for in-office GYN procedures—ranked by effectiveness

Sedation / anesthesia (IV or OR-level) — most effective; but appropriate for select patients

Paracervical (cervical) block — strongest in-office option for procedural pain

Topical anesthetics (lidocaine gel/spray/cream) — modest benefit, low risk

Procedure-specific adjuncts (e.g., misoprostol, vaginoscopy) — variable, situational benefit

NSAIDs (ibuprofen, naproxen) — helps post-procedure cramping not so much for intra-procedure pain

Anxiolytics — reduces anxiety, not pain directly

Supportive measures (education, trauma-informed care)
— improves experience and pain perception

Sometimes a combination of these options can improve effectiveness. My personal favorite is topical cream and anxiolytics with NSAIDs after the procedure.

Per the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists:

Pain management should be discussed, offered, and individualized for every patient.

Save this for your next GYN visit.

04/15/2026

My EMS experience validated every single story I’ve heard from my very own patients, colleagues and family members over the years.

Education and socioeconomic status doesn’t change the narrative for black women when maternal morbidity and mortality is the focus.

Dr. Angela Sturdivant saved my life because she listened. She saw the fear in my eyes and as a fellow black woman and OBGYN she understood what I was afraid of even before I said a single word in the ER at White Plains Hospital 2 years ago.

This is why discussions around black maternal health matters. For me, this is personal.

04/13/2026

I thought was strong until I became a mother. Then I understood the meaning of strength.

Even on days that I feel incapable, motherhood reminds me of my capabilities.

04/11/2026

They're always watching, our kids. Every move, every action, every reaction. It's a lot to take in, some days feeling like a heavy burden.

But I've come to realize, this responsibility is a privilege. My actions are a choice, but they're also a chance to show my kids what it means to live with intention. They're my biggest motivators and accountability partners, even if they don't know it.

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