How Women of Color Experience Perimenopause with Dr. Sameena Rahman

How Women of Color Experience Perimenopause is the focus in today’s episode of Perimenopause WTF! hosted by Rachel Hughes.  Rachel sits down with Dr. Sameena Rahman, MD, OB-GYN. Dr. Rahman has made it her mission to fight the biases and cultural norms in healthcare practices that contribute to the underlying problems in women’s gynaecological health, focusing on BIPOC, LatinX, women of Middle Eastern descent, Asian and minority communities in general. In this conversation they break down the issues, touching on the interesting studies, discussing concepts like allostatic stressors and why women of color are going through menopause earlier than others, how womens’ cultural experiences impact their perimenopause phase, and the stigmas that stem from religious and cultural factors that affect women’s sexual health and the issues they may experience.  Perimenopause WTF! brought to you by Hey Perry!  Perry is a safe space for connections, support, new friendships and occasional laughs during the menopause transition. It’s a #1 perimenopause app where you will meet other warriors who understand.  Sharing experiences will help to feel ‘normal’ again. No, you’re not crazy and no, you are not alone. With our network of wonderful menopause experts, we have gathered an abundance of  evidence-based knowledge, articles, podcasts and a new book: The Perry Menopause Journal. To learn more visit: www.heyperry.com https://perry.app.link/womenatamazonevent The Perimenopause Journal Are you looking for a meaningful way to prioritize your well-being during this crucial phase of your life? Do you crave self-care practices tailored specifically to the ups and downs of perimenopause? The journal offers: 1️⃣ Thoughtful Prompts: 2️⃣ Progress tracking: 3️⃣ Evidence-based knowledge  4️⃣ Community Support To grab a journal visit:  heyperry.com/theperrymenopausejournal or amzn.to/3Nt1YYR 🎁 Special Offer! We're offering an exclusive discount to our listeners. 🎁 Disclaimer: The Perimenopause Journal is a tool designed to complement your self-care routine. Please consult with your healthcare professional for personalized advice & guidance regarding perimenopause. About guest Dr. Sameena Rahman:  Dr. Sameena Rahman, MD is an Obstetrics and Gynecology Specialist in Chicago, Illinois, and has over 19 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, School of Medicine medical school in 2001. Dr. Rahman is a board-certified gynecologist and women’s health specialist at Center for Gynecology and Cosmetics. She specializes in Menopause Care, Sexual Dysfunction, Sexual Pain and more.  Learn more about Dr. Rahman: https://www.instagram.com/gynogirl/?hl=en https://www.cgcchicago.com/ Also mentioned in today's pod was: https://menopause.org/ https://www.isswsh.org/ About host Rachel Hughes: Rachel is a graduate of Vassar College and received a MSEd from Bank St. College, NYC, with a focus on Museum Education. She later obtained her license in Nutritional Counseling and worked with chronic pain patients for over 10 years at the New England Center for Chronic Pain in Greenwich, CT. After finding that her own perimenopausal symptoms were disruptive to her life, Rachel launched her own platform, Rachel Hughes Midlife, a landing spot she hopes to be a lively, engaging and relatable feed for women of all backgrounds to be inspired to live a healthy, vibrant second season of life.   Rachel hosts PerimenopauseWTF! - live interviews with physicians, experts, thought leaders and inspirational voices on all things peri/menopause, exclusively on the perry app and podcast. To learn more about host Rachel Hughes: linkedin.com/in/rachel-hughes-82559a16 https://www.instagram.com/rachel.hughes.midlife/?ref=SourApple&hl=afSend a voice message! https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/perryapp/message Disclaimer: This podcast is no medical advice.