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Do you want the truth?
Welcome to Do You Want The Truth? where we dive deep into the real raw stories from parents in the trenches of parenthood.
Season 2 is brought to you by Sam Strom and Freelance Journalist Zara Hanawalt, along with guest co-hosts such as Jaime Fisher.
Season 1 is brought to you by Paige Connell & Sam Strom. They bring you candid conversations with parents who share their experiences of parenthood and what they wish they knew before having kids. You'll hear the real stories. The stories that are typically reserved for best friends. The stories with TMI. We believe in the power of truth telling because when someone asks, do you want the truth? We always say yes. Join us as we explore the highs and lows and everything in between so you can feel less alone on your journey.
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Do you want the truth?
Postpartum Preeclampsia, Problematic Bikinis, & The Surrogacy Shaming Spiral
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.
đź”— 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
Website: https://www.doyouwantthetruthpod.com
Connect with Sam:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/samanthastrom
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@samanthastorms
