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Girl! You know it...

Girl! You know it...

By: Black Women Connect Vancouver
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 We aim to inspire, empower, and connect Black Women. To uplift and celebrate our diverse backgrounds. Join us as we discuss family, friends, life, and more.Black Women Connect Vancouver Social Sciences
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  • S5 E5: Endometriosis, Fibroids & the Fight to Be Heard Elle's Story

    S5 E5: Endometriosis, Fibroids & the Fight to Be Heard Elle's Story
    Aug 6 2025

    In this powerful episode of Girl! You Know It..., we sit down with Elle as she shares her personal journey navigating both endometriosis and fibroids—two conditions that disproportionately impact Black women. From delayed diagnoses to advocating for her own care, Elle speaks candidly about the pain, the resilience, and the lessons learned along the way.
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    36 mins
  • S5E4 Pelvic Floor 101: What Every Black Woman Should Know guest: Jennifer Jean-Louis

    S5E4 Pelvic Floor 101: What Every Black Woman Should Know guest: Jennifer Jean-Louis
    Jun 25 2025

    In this episode of Girl! You Know It! we dive into a topic often overlooked but deeply important—pelvic floor health for Black women.


    Our guest, Jennifer Jean-Louis, a registered physiotherapist, breaks down the basics of pelvic floor health, why it matters, and how it’s connected to everything from pregnancy and postpartum recovery to intimacy, confidence, and our overall sense of power.


    We also unpack the role of systemic racism, stigma, and medical gaslighting in shaping Black women’s experiences when it comes to reproductive and pelvic health.


    Whether you’ve never heard of pelvic floor physio or you’ve been putting it off—this episode is for you.


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    35 mins
  • Season 5 Episode 3:What Black Women Need to Know About Uterine Health guest: Dr. Ruth Habte

    Season 5 Episode 3:What Black Women Need to Know About Uterine Health guest: Dr. Ruth Habte
    Apr 30 2025
    In this vital episode of Girl! You Know It..., we’re joined by Dr. Ruth Habte, a final-year Obstetrics & Gynaecology resident physician at UBC and incoming Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility fellow at the University of Toronto. Together, we dive into the realities of uterine health for Black women—from fibroids and endometriosis to navigating racial bias in the healthcare system. Dr. Habte shares medical insight, self-advocacy tips, and the importance of creating safe, informed spaces for Black women and femmes to talk about their reproductive health. This episode is a must-listen for anyone who’s felt dismissed, misdiagnosed, or left out of the conversation. Tune in now.
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    32 mins
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