Heal Her Chronicles is WORTHHH's storytelling series spotlighting the voices who support postpartum families — doulas, midwives, therapists, and mothers themselves — in real, unfiltered conversations about pregnancy, birth, and the fourth trimester.
Hosted by Tasha Lewis, founder of WORTHHH (Women's Oasis for Rejuvenating Therapies and Holistic Health Healing), each episode digs into the gaps in postpartum care, the cultural traditions that sustain us, and what real community support actually looks like — because no mother should have to heal alone.
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In this episode of Heal Her Chronicles, Tasha sits down with Angelique Adderly, MHA, M.Jur., CD, CLE — Founder & Executive Director of Sereni Postnatal Retreat — to talk about what real postnatal recovery care looks like in practice.
Angelique shares the story behind founding Sereni Postnatal Retreat, what inspired her to build a dedicated space for postpartum healing, and why rebuilding “the village” around new mothers matters now more than ever. We talk fourth-trimester emotional wellness, what people get wrong about postpartum recovery, and what she wishes every mother knew before giving birth.
🌸 Learn more about Sereni Postnatal Retreat: www.birthingwithserenity.com
💛 Heal Her Chronicles is brought to you by WORTHHH (Women’s Oasis for Rejuvenating Therapies and Holistic Health Healing), a nonprofit supporting Black maternal and postpartum health.
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27 Oct 2026
EPISODE 5- DELORIS REED
In this episode of Heel Her Chronicles, Tasha interviews her best friend Dolores Reed, a neurodivergent mother, about her experiences with pregnancy, childbirth, and raising a neurodivergent child. Dolores shares her journey through the challenges of postpartum life, the importance of support systems, and the complexities of navigating her son's autism diagnosis.
Takeaways
Importance of support systems
Navigating neurodivergence in children
Chapters
00:00 Journey into Motherhood
01:04 Navigating Pregnancy and Childbirth
08:04 Postpartum Challenges and Support
14:57 Understanding Neurodivergence
22:00 Advocacy and Resources for Neurodivergent Children
28:00 Advice for New Mothers
12 Oct 2026
Episode 4- Alseta Gholston
In this episode of Heal Her Chronicles, Tasha sits down with Alseta Gholston for an honest conversation about postpartum depression, becoming a doula, old wives’ tales about pregnancy, family boundaries after birth, and why education before pregnancy matters so much.
Heal Her Chronicles is WORTHHH’s storytelling series spotlighting the voices who support postpartum families — doulas, therapists, and community members — in real, unfiltered conversations about the fourth trimester.
🔗 Learn more about WORTHHH: https://worthhh.org (https://worthhh.org)
Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/heal-her/id6802870703 (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/heal-her/id6802870703)
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22 Sept 2026
Heal Her Chronicles : ep 3
The conversation covers Dr. Mary Lewis's journey into motherhood, from planning for birth to postpartum recovery and mental health. It delves into the challenges of preparing for motherhood, setting boundaries, and the importance of support during the postpartum period. Dr. Lewis shares her experiences and insights on navigating the complexities of motherhood and juggling responsibilities. Dr. Lew shares her journey of rediscovering freedom after becoming a mother, transitioning to a career in acupuncture, and finding a new path in Oregon. She discusses the healing power of acupuncture and the importance of reconnecting with oneself after giving birth.
Takeaways
Preparation for birth involves detailed planning and research.
Setting boundaries and saying no is essential for new mothers.
Postpartum recovery requires support and self-care. Rediscovering freedom after motherhood
The healing power of acupuncture
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Motherhood
02:02 Planning for Birth
02:59 Preparing for Motherhood
05:12 Setting Boundaries and Saying No
07:59 Postpartum Recovery and Support
22:01 Mental Health and Juggling Responsibilities
25:10 Rediscovering Freedom
29:12 The Transition to Acupuncture
32:05 The Journey to Oregon
38:14 The Healing Power of Acupuncture
45:50 Reconnecting with Self
8 Sept 2026
Heal her Chronicles - Ep 2
Guest & Artist Highlight : Alana Yaa Ifanike DaCosta
She's a mother of two, a singer/songwriter, a yoga instructor, and a therapist and on this episode of Heal Her Chronicles, Alana Yaa Ifanike DaCosta joins host Tasha Lewis for an honest conversation about postpartum healing, creativity, and what it really means to hold space for yourself while holding everything else together.
Alana is also the founder of KR8TiVE Uprising, a creative arts and dance company, and brings her Jamaican American roots and whole-person approach mind, body, and spirit into everything she does.
In this episode, we talk about:
• Healing through movement, music, and creative expression
• What therapy and yoga taught her about postpartum recovery
• Building community and culture through KR8TiVE Uprising
• Honest talk on postpartum awareness and depression among Black mothers
If you're a mother, or you love one, this conversation is for you. Listen, share it with someone who needs to hear it, and remember — healing doesn't happen alone.
Connect with Alana: alanadacosta.com (http://alanadacosta.com) | IG & TikTok @alanadacostamusic | Facebook: Alana DaCosta
Connect with KR8TiVE Uprising: KR8TiVEUprising.com (http://KR8TiVEUprising.com) | IG @kr8tiveuprisinginc | Facebook: KR8TiVE Uprising
WORTHHH is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit working to build back the community of healing.
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1 Sept 2026
The Truth About Postpartum Care with Ruth Ifakemi Jeannoel
The conversation begins with an introduction to the guest, Ruth Ifakemi Efungbemi Jeannoe, and her diverse roles as a mother, author, founder, and spiritual leader. The discussion then delves into the founding of Fum Saj and the guest's social justice work, followed by a detailed exploration of the guest's postpartum experiences and the cultural traditions surrounding postpartum care. The conversation delves into the significance of doula support during pregnancy and birth, highlighting the role of doulas in providing advocacy, care, and preparation for mothers. It also explores the concept of reproductive justice and the need for advocacy, support, and community care for pregnant individuals and new mothers.
Takeaways
Motherhood as a Multifaceted Role
Restorative Justice and Healing Circles
Postpartum Care and Cultural Traditions Importance of Doula Support
Reproductive Justice and Advocacy
Chapters
00:00 Postpartum Experiences and Cultural Traditions
32:45 The Role of Doulas in Pregnancy and Birth
44:05 Reproductive Justice and Advocacy
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