"Don't be like this mama, walking in at 38 years old to find out she has 5 follicles... I could have gone at 31 to find out my options"

If you’ve ever wondered whether you should freeze your eggs, check your fertility before trying for a baby, or learn more about IVF, this episode is for you.

We are chatting with fertility specialist, Dr. Heyward of Spring Fertility, to break down what fertility clinics actually do, how egg freezing works, and why understanding your reproductive options earlier can make a huge difference.

We talk openly about fertility testing, IVF, egg reserve, and the emotional side of family building. And because this chat is FOR YOU, we cover why fertility education is especially important for Black and brown communities and LGBTQ+ families, and how access to accurate information can empower people to make the best decisions for their future.

We're chatting about:

• The truth about egg freezing and preserving your reproductive potential
• Why fertility education is critical for women in their 30s and 40s
• Fertility options for single women, couples, and LGBTQ+ families
• Why access to fertility care matters for Black and brown communities
• The emotional realities of fertility treatment and family building
• How to know when it’s time to explore your fertility options

Whether you’re planning for kids now, later, or just want to understand your options, this chat will help you take control of your reproductive potential and make informed choices about your fertility journey.

Visit SpringFertility.com to book an initial Fertility Consult and use this code NicoleWalters when scheduling to save $150 off your consult.

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What happens when being twice as good still isn’t enough?

Leadership strategist and author Tara Jaye Frank is here to chat about the emotional aftermath of the 2024 election and what it revealed about burnout, over-functioning, and the pressure Black women carry to fix, serve, and hold everything together.

From the national response to Kamala Harris’ qualifications to the quiet grief many black women felt the morning after the election, this chat dives into leadership, anxiety, identity, and self-preservation in a world that feels unstable.

We're chatting about:

• The emotional impact of the 2024 election on Black women
• Why being “twice as good” still doesn’t guarantee safety or success
• The hidden cost of identifying as the fixer or rescuer
• How to stop staying ready and start getting ready for what’s actually in front of you
• Why self-preservation is not quitting, it’s strategy

If you’ve ever been the strong one, the helper, the fixer... this chat will meet you where you are.

Connect with Tara:

• Get your copy of "You Are Before the World" at https://tarajayefrank.com/books/
• Follow Tara on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tarajayefrank/

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• Chat with Nicole over on Threads: https://threads.net/nicolewalters
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" We have access to so much information... so people know just enough to be really scared."

Parenting anxiety is at an all-time high and social media isn’t helping.

Dr. Tori Niemynski, Board-Certified Pediatrician, is here to chat with us about raw milk safety, vaccine fears, viral pregnancy “wellness” trends, and why so many parents feel stuck between medical advice and internet influencers.

If you’ve ever Googled a symptom at 2 am … this one’s for you.

We're chatting about:

• Why parental anxiety feels higher than ever
• Raw milk risks and what science actually says
• The truth about viral pregnancy wellness trends
• What pediatricians really think when parents walk in with Google searches

This chat with Dr. Tori will give you practical ways to lower your panic and make confident health decisions for your whole family.

Connect with Dr. Tori:

• Follow Dr. Tori on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yourpediatricianbestie/
• Learn more about Dr. Tori at https://meetdrtori.com/

Connect with Nicole:

• Chat with Nicole over on Threads: https://threads.net/nicolewalters
• Watch Tell Me More on YT: http://nicolewalters.com/youtube

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