Sugar cravings got you in a chokehold? It’s real, but you can break free! Here are two tips to help you take control! Your body deserves the best, so let’s kick those sugar cravings to the curb! 💪🏾
#HealthyLiving #BWHI #BlackWomensHealth #TheImperative
It’s lunch time, y’all!
Nutrition is a major key when it comes to Black women’s health. What’s on your plate today? Let’s talk about making healthier food choices and why it’s so important for our wellness. 🌱💪🏾
Drop your favorite healthy meal ideas and recipes below, let’s share and inspire each other!
Need help maintaining a healthy lifestyle? Check out check out CYL2, working to make optimal health and well-being a reality for all black women and girls.
CYL2 includes a lifestyle coach who can provide the education and support needed to replace unhealthy habits with healthy ones that lead to a path of long-term success.
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#BlackWomensHealth #HealthyEating #WellnessJourney #NourishYourself #BWHI #TheImperative
Get ready for a special screening of ME Period at BMHxCLTR Fest 2025 with @Blackmamasmatter
Me Period takes a deep dive into the beauty, challenges, and empowerment of puberty and menstruation through the eyes of Black families. We are breaking the silence around topics like menstruation, puberty, and health discovery in Black communities, showing how inter-generational conversations and health education can change the narrative.
Join us on Saturday, August 16th in Atlanta, GA, for the screening, followed by a panel discussion with Dr. Charis Chambers @theperioddoctor , Board-Certified OBGYN, and the director of ME Period , Lisa Cunningham @iamlisacunningham
Trust us, you don’t want to miss this! bit.ly/bmhcltr ! (Link in our bio)
#BWHI #BlackMaternalHealth #MenstrualHealth #BlackMamasMatter#BlackWomensHealth #TheImperative
ACOG is sending a LOUD message that they will NOT compromise patient care! 👏🏾 In an unprecedented move, the nation’s largest OB-GYN group is rejecting all federal funding in protest of policy changes that target Diversity, equity & Inclusion and reproductive healthcare.
These recent shifts in federal funding laws impact ACOG’s ability to provide evidence-based guidance, but ACOG remains committed to putting patient needs first. They’re stepping up, using their own resources to continue the critical work we all deserve.
📷 @cjnlegalnurse
#ACOG #PatientCare #ReproductiveRights #HealthcareJustice #BWHI #BlackWomensHealth #TheImperative
@munilong opening up about her lupus journey is a powerful reminder that lupus is a silent, invisible journey . 💜 On the outside, it may not look like anything is wrong, but there’s so much more we need to understand.
Click the link in our bio to read more about lupus, current clinical trials, and how you can get involved. #LupusAwareness #LupusJourney #BWHI #BlackWomensHealth #TheImperative
Venus Williams said it best: "I have nothing to prove." 🙌🏾
When you’re doing what you do for you and not measuring your success against others, there’s nothing to prove. Proving people wrong has never helped her win, and it won’t help us either. We win when we stay focused on our own journey and greatness. 💪🏾
RP: @onherturf @WTA
#VenusWilliams #BlackWomensHealth #BWHI
Big news for women’s health! Rhode Island is making history as the FIRST state to officially protect women experiencing menopause in the workplace! 💪🏾
The Rhode Island Fair Employment Practices Act requires employers with at least four employees to provide reasonable accommodations for those managing menopause or related conditions. From hot flashes to other symptoms, this new law will make sure women don’t have to suffer in silence while at work.
This is an important step forward for women’s rights and health, especially for us Black women, who often face disparities when it comes to access to care. Kudos to Rhode Island for recognizing that menopause deserves the same consideration as pregnancy, childbirth, and lactation in the workplace.
Let’s continue to push for more states to follow suit and make workplaces more supportive for ALL women!
#MenopauseMatters #BlackWomensHealth #WorkplaceEquity #HealthEquity #BWHI #TheImperative
Sis, today is for our circle. On International Friendship Day & National Sisters Day, let’s show love to the women who lift us up, empower us, and support us through it all. It’s so important to have a strong sisterhood to navigate life together.
Tag your sisters or friends and thank them for being there!
Want to connect with your sistas at BWHI? Join our newsletter(link in our bio). Age 18-30…? Check out My Sister’s Keeper @nationalmsk
Yes, sis!!! @sheenarena_thebokeygirl !! We love a good challenge! 💪🏾 A squat challenge is just what we need this August! Let’s get moving, because movement is key to our health. Here’s why squats should be part of your routine:
✅ Strengthens legs & glutes 🍑
✅ Improves flexibility and balance
✅ Boosts metabolism 🔥
✅ Supports joint health
✅ Tones core muscles
✅ Reduces injury risk
Let’s squat our way to a stronger, healthier us! Who’s in?
#SquatChallenge #MoveYourBody #HealthGoals #StrongerTogether
We showed up and showed out at our @WomanEvolve conference booth, building community and fueling conversations that matter. 🙌🏾💜 Big thanks to @bristhename for hosting a powerful conversation and bringing in @msbasketball1 to share her story. Much gratitude to @gileadsciences for their partnership in making it all possible. 💜 #WomanEvolve #BWHI #BlackWomensHealth #GileadSciences
Our little girls don’t suddenly become women when they get their period. This is the most important time for us as mothers, aunties, grandmas, and the whole village to surround them with love, guidance, and the support they need to navigate this new phase of life.
Let’s talk about it! Join us for the screening of "Me Period" with @blackmamasmatter on August 16th in Atlanta, Georgia at BHMxCLTR Fest, followed by a powerful conversation with Dr. Charis Chambers, @theperioddoctor, Board Certified OBGYN, and our very own Lisa Cunningham, @iamlisacunningham, Me Period Director.
Let’s break the silence and uplift our girls together! 💜
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#MePeriod #BlackMamasMatter #Girlhood #SupportOurGirls #BWHI
What’s on your summer reading list? Whether it’s fiction, self-help, or something new, reading does wonders for the mind! It boosts focus, reduces stress, and can even help improve your empathy. So, what book has your attention this summer? 👀
If you're in ATL this weekend, stop by the National Book Club Conference for some amazing books, dope conversations, and a chance to vibe with fellow book lovers and your favorite authors! 🙌🏾 #SummerReads #MentalHealth #NationalBookConference #BlackAuthors #BookLoversUnite #BWHI #BlackWomensHealth #TheImperative @NationalBookClubconference
Today is World Lung Cancer Day, and it’s time we talk about something that’s often overlooked... Black women being diagnosed with lung cancer, even when they’ve never smoked. Environmental factors, genetics, and secondhand smoke exposure play a major role in lung cancer risk for Black women, especially in disadvantaged neighborhoods.
Sadly, many are diagnosed in late stages, which impacts survival rates. It's time to advocate for early screenings and cleaner, safer environments because health equity starts with the spaces we live in.🖤 #WorldLungCancerDay #HealthEquity #CleanAirForAll #BlackWomensHealth #BWHI #TheImperative
@traceyshar1 journey to a hysterectomy wasn’t an easy one and it didn’t have to be this way. She didn’t have a proactive doctor guiding her, which is the reality for so many of us Black women. Too often, we’re dismissed or pushed to extremes without exploring all options first.
We’re here to change that.
We want every Black woman to feel heard, empowered, and equipped with the knowledge and care she deserves. If you missed our Fibroid and Menopause Advocacy Kickoff, go watch the replay! It’s time we take control of our health journey and advocate for ourselves.
Stay tuned for our full webinar event this September where we’ll continue this vital conversation.
@dstnsdcac @drkellyomd @kiyyah_edupreneur
#FibroidAwareness #MenopauseCare #BlackWomensHealth #BWHI #HealthEquity #TheImperative
If we're not part of the solution, how can treatments truly work for us?
When people living with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) participate in clinical trials, it gives researchers the information they need to understand how investigational medications might work for our bodies, our experiences, and our communities.
If you've ever wondered about clinical trials or wanted to know more, there's an opportunity available right now for people living with lupus. Learn more: Link in bio.
A powerful IG Live teaser!
Fibroids, advocacy, and how to empower yourself with the right tools to advocate for your health hosted by our girl Tracy Parris-Benjamin. Special thanks to @drkellyomd and @kiyyah_edupreneur for joining us!
This is just the beginning. Stay tuned for our full webinar event in September with @dstnsdcac and BWHI! 💜
Don’t miss out on getting the support and resources you deserve! #BWHI #Fibroids #HealthAdvocacy #BlackWomenHealth
🎥 IG Live Alert!
We’re closing out #FibroidsAwarenessMonth with a powerful check-in on Black women’s health.
Join us today for a quick Instagram Live kickoff as we gear up for our September event with the North San Diego Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and BWHI.
We’ll be talking about fibroids, advocacy, and how to access the tools you need to speak up and show up for your health. BWHI is your trusted partner—and we’re teaming up with the Deltas to make sure chapters are equipped with resources that matter.
🎤 Hosted by: Tracy Parris Benjamin @traceyshar1
👩🏽⚕️ Featuring: Dr. Kelly O. @drkellyomd and Kiyyah Edwards, Champion of California’s AR 1007 Fibroid Awareness Resolution @kiyyah_edupreneur
📅 Don’t miss this kickoff conversation as we close out the month and step into action.
#BWHI #DST1913 #FibroidsAwareness #BlackWomensHealth
We’re thrilled to support one of our incredible partners, @Sistersong_woc, as they center Black fertility stories and ensure our voices are heard during Black Infertility Week.
Join Sister Song for their first Fertility Justice and Family Building Convening from July 31st to August 1st at The Gathering Spot in Atlanta. This event is all about creating space for advocates, clinicians, healers, policy leaders, and those with lived experiences to discuss the barriers we face, the care we deserve, and the futures we’re shaping.
Dive into conversations on:
✊🏾 The Fertility Justice Now Campaign (July 31)
🏳️🌈 Queering Fertility (Aug 1)
🌍 Global Mandate for Fertility Justice, Rights, and Health Access (July 31)
Don’t miss this powerful gathering where culture, access, joy, and justice collide. Register today at the link in our bio. 📍 @atlgathers, Atlanta, GA
🗓️ July 31 & Aug 1, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
🍴 Light meals provided
#FertilityJustice #BlackInfertility #SisterSong #BWHI #TheImperative #FertilityRights
When you're navigating lupus, every new opportunity for information can make a difference. There's a variety of clinical trials open for people living with lupus, and we wanted to make sure you knew about it. If you, a family member, or a friend are curious about what it's like to take part in a clinical trial, this could be a good chance to learn more.
Every step forward in research matters, and our voices deserve to be included. Learn more: Link in bio
#LupusAwareness #LupusStrong
#ClinicalTrials #BWHI #BlackWomensHealth
Infertility can feel isolating, but sis, you are not alone. 💜 It's so important that we have conversations about infertility in our community and support each other in our journeys.
We’re throwing it back to an important conversation we had during Black Maternal Health Week with @blackmamasmatter about fertility struggles. Huge thanks to Chiquita Lockley @eggsovereasy for sharing valuable resources and shedding light on options for Black women facing infertility.
Check out these amazing organizations and experts that truly understand our unique challenges:
Kellee Stewart @kstew222
Dr. Camille Hammond @drcamillehammond
The Cade Foundation @cadefoundation
Dr. Monica Best @drbestivf
Regina M. Townsend @brokenbrownegg
Fertility For Colored Girls @ffcghope
Rev. Dr. Stacey L. Edwards Dunn @revdrstaceyledwardsdunn
Missed our “Preserving Possibilities” IG Live? No worries! Click the link in our bio to watch the replay and get the knowledge, support, and hope you deserve.
#BlackWomen #InfertilityAwareness #BlackInfertility #ReproductiveHealth #BWHI #TheImperative #PreservingPossibilities