Send us a text

Meghan Markle, postpartum preeclampsia, maternal health, cultural perceptions, parenting, surrogacy, fertility, celebrity news, public scrutiny, women's health

Summary

In this episode, Sam Strom and Zara Hanawalt discuss various topics surrounding motherhood, health, and societal perceptions. They delve into Meghan Markle's recent revelations about postpartum preeclampsia, the cultural stigma surrounding women's health issues, and the alarming maternal mortality rates in the US compared to other countries. The conversation also touches on the scrutiny faced by public figures like Markle, the challenges of parenting in public spaces, and the controversial nature of children's fashion. They explore the complexities of surrogacy and fertility challenges, emphasizing the need for understanding and compassion in these discussions.

Takeaways & Topics

• Meghan Markle's experience with postpartum preeclampsia highlights the need for awareness.
• Cultural perceptions often undermine women's health issues.
• Maternal mortality rates in the US are alarmingly high, especially for women of color.
• Public figures face intense scrutiny that can overshadow their personal struggles.
• Parenting in public can be challenging, and support is crucial.
• The fashion choices for children can spark controversy and debate.
• Surrogacy raises ethical questions that society must address.
• Fertility challenges are deeply personal and vary for each individual.
• Women often face judgment regardless of their parenting choices.
• Compassion and understanding are essential in discussions about motherhood.

🔗 Links & Resources Mentioned:

• Confessions of a Female Founder – Meghan Markle’s new podcast
• Reshma Saujani & MomsFirst
• Commonwealth Fund maternal mortality stats
• Abigail Tucker’s book Mom Genes
• Book recommendation: Careless People by Lucy Sante (Congressional drama, Meta secrets, and motherhood)
• Brooke Schofield’s cosmetic surgery updates on TikTok
• Do We Know Them? Podcast recommendation – deep dive into social media commentary

Support the show

Website: https://www.doyouwantthetruthpod.com

Connect with Sam:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/samanthastrom

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@samanthastorms