Too many women are told that painful periods, heavy bleeding, and exhaustion are “just part of being a woman.” They’re not. In this episode, Dr. Kameelah Phillips, OBGYN and author of <a href="https://bookshop.org/a/18086/9781538769355" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Empowered Hysterectomy</a>, breaks down the truth about fibroids, hysterectomies, and perimenopause—and why informed choices matter for every woman’s health.&nbsp;Dr. Phillips shares why nearly 80% of Black women will experience fibroids by age 50, how medical gaslighting keeps too many of us suffering in silence, and what real informed consent should look like in the exam room. With honesty and humor, she also opens up about her own journey through perimenopause, the power of hormone therapy, and why even world-class athletes like Serena Williams aren’t immune from poor medical advice.In this episode, you’ll learn:<ul><li>How to recognize the overlooked signs of fibroids (beyond heavy bleeding)</li><li>Alternatives to hysterectomy: from hormonal therapies to minimally invasive procedures</li><li>What perimenopause really is (and why it can last up to 10 years)</li><li>How hormone therapy works, who it helps, and where plant-based supports fit in</li><li>Practical ways to advocate for yourself and push back against medical gaslighting</li></ul>Resources & Links<ul><li>CLICK to PURCHASE <a href="https://bookshop.org/a/18086/9781538769355" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Empowered Hysterectomy</a> by Dr. Kameelah Phillips</li><li>&nbsp;Follow Dr. Phillips on Instagram:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/drkameelahsays" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> @DrKameelahSays</a></li><li>&nbsp;Learn more at <a href="https://www.callawomenshealth.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Cala Women’s Health, NYC</a></li></ul>Want more? I share unfiltered reflections, bonus wellness tools, and behind-the-scenes stories from<a href="http://bewellsis.substack.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Be Well, Sis on my Substack. </a>Come hang out there →<a href="http://bewellsis.substack.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Bewellsis.substack.com</a>We’re supporting St Jude’s- head over to <a href="http://www.stjude.org/bewellsis" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.stjude.org/bewellsis</a> right now and sign up to be a monthly donor. Together, we can make a real impact.Want to get in touch? Maybe you want to hear from a certain guest or have a recommendation for On My Radar? Get in touch at <a href="mailto:hello@editaud.io" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">hello@editaud.io</a> with Be Well Sis in the subject line! Have you’re on Not Well, Sis rant to contribute? Click <a href="https://airtable.com/appuoN5t9mxOnbee1/shr0f3gToyXIgumuO" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a> to send it into the show!Be Well, Sis is hosted by Dr Cassandre Dunbar. This episode was edited by Victoria Marin. Our Production Manager is Kathleen Speckert. Be Well, Sis is an <a href="https://editaud.io/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">editaudio</a> collaboration. See Privacy Policy at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy</a> and California Privacy Notice at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info</a>.

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