Wednesday Wellness Debrief

About Wednesday Wellness Debrief

Welcome to the evolution of the Wednesday Wellness Debrief. Now evolved into Matrescence in Wellness, this show bridges the gap between clinical health data, maternal policy, and the unfiltered reality of modern motherhood. As a Black woman currently navigating my own pregnancy in the United States, I’m sharing my journey in real-time. We explore the Nine Pillars of Wellness with a critical eye on Cultural Wellness—demanding a birth experience rooted in justice, joy, and respect. Empower your journey – subscribe to the podcast today!

Publisher

Brittany Biggett-Heeren

Category

society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

27 Feb 2025

Latest episode

9 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

44 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   9 Oct 2026

   Rejecting the Girl Boss vs Trad Wife Binary in Motherhood

   In this deeply honest and empowering episode of Matrescence in Wellness, host Brittany Biggett-Heeren opens up about one of the biggest choices of her life: leaving corporate America to initiate her own "Power Pause." Drawing from Neha Ruch’s book The Power Pause and the sobering documentary No Country for Mothers (screened via the Central Florida Postpartum Alliance), Brittany bridges personal storytelling with her Health Law (MJ) background to dismantle the systemic forces impacting modern mothers. In this episode, we explore: The False Binary (Girl Boss vs. Trad Wife): Unpacking the cultural polarization that tells women they must either burn out in high-stress corporate roles or opt into total domestic dependence. Brittany shares why so many modern mothers are "in-betweeners." U.S. Policy Failures & Systemic Gaps: Analyzing the systemic drivers behind America’s maternal health crisis. Postpartum Infrastructure as a Necessity: Re-framing paid support—such as postpartum doulas, community outsourcing, and pelvic floor specialists—not as luxury items, but as essential infrastructure in a society without built-in maternal protections. Enjoying the show? Please take a moment to leave a 5-star rating, review, and subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! Episode Resources & Links: 🏋️♀️ Fitness Professionals: Level up your pre/postnatal coaching with ProNatal Fitness (Affiliate Link) (https://pronatalfitness.com/fitness-professionals/group-fitness-mini-course/?aff=86) 💌 Join the Community: Subscribe to our bi-weekly Substack newsletter, Bump to Beyond (https://bumptobeyond.substack.com/), for evidence-based fitness tips, health law breakdowns, and weekly encouragement. Follow Brittany Biggett-Heeren: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Prismatic Venus Fitness⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.prismaticvenusfitness.com/) Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠PVF_Tribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/accounts/login/?next=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fpvf_tribe%2F&is_from_rle) YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠PVF Tribe ⁠ (https://youtube.com/@pvfitness_yt?si=Kqzz51s3_goD8lt7) Disclaimer: The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical consultation. Always consult with your healthcare provider regarding your specific health and wellness plan.

2. 

   25 Sept 2026

   Quality Over Convenience in Birth

   In this candid and deeply personal episode of Matrescence in Wellness, host Brittany Biggett-Heeren explores what it truly means to prioritize quality over convenience in maternal healthcare. We also open with our Maternal Health in the News segment, connecting pop culture headlines and national awareness to systemic clinical realities: Porsha Williams & Fibroid Awareness: Deconstructing Real Housewives of Atlanta star Porsha Williams’ recent interview regarding her lifelong journey with severe uterine fibroids, pregnancy complications, and emergency surgery. September is NICU Awareness Month: Examining the March of Dimes report card on preterm birth drivers, the emotional and financial strain of NICU admissions, and how systemic policy expansions (like Medicaid coverage, paid leave, and doula reimbursement) protect mothers and babies. Plus, practical ways to support a family navigating the NICU without toxic positivity. In the main feature, Brittany unpacks two critical pillars of Social Determinants of Health (SDOH). She shares her raw experience transferring back to a downtown medical center 30 minutes away after experiencing prescription delays at a local clinic, and what happened when a 30-week blood pressure spike led to an emergency hospital admission for preeclampsia screening. If you’ve ever felt anxious about hospital distances, dismissed by clinic staff, or conflicted about switching providers, this episode offers a nurturing space, clinical authority, and practical tools to trust your gut. Enjoying the show? Please leave a 5-star rating, review, and subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! Y Episode Resources & Links: 📖 Read: Essence Article on Porsha Williams’ Fibroid Journey (https://www.essence.com/health-and-wellness/porsha-williams-hysterectomy/) 💜 Learn: NICU Awareness Month & Support Resources (NICUAwareness.org) (https://www.nicuawareness.org?utm_source=gemini) 🏋️♀️ Fitness Professionals: Enhance your pre/postnatal coaching with ProNatal Fitness (Affiliate Link) (https://pronatalfitness.com/fitness-professionals/group-fitness-mini-course/?aff=86) 💌 Join the Community: Subscribe to our bi-weekly Substack newsletter, Bump to Beyond, (https://bumptobeyond.substack.com/) for evidence-based fitness tips, health law breakdowns, and weekly encouragement. Additional Resources: Preeclampsia Support Line: 1-800-665-9341 National Maternal Mental Health Hotline: 1-833-TLC-MAMA (1-833-852-6262) Postpartum Support International Helpline: 1-800-944-4773 Follow Brittany Biggett-Heeren: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Prismatic Venus Fitness⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.prismaticvenusfitness.com/) Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠PVF_Tribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/accounts/login/?next=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fpvf_tribe%2F&is_from_rle) YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠PVF Tribe ⁠⁠ (https://youtube.com/@pvfitness_yt?si=Kqzz51s3_goD8lt7) Disclaimer: This podcast provides educational discussions and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with your healthcare provider.

3. 

   11 Sept 2026

   Fibroids and Maternal Health

   Uterine fibroids affect up to 80% of Black women and 70% of white women by age 50, yet their profound impact on fertility, pregnancy, and birth is far too often met with silence. In this deeply personal episode of Matrescence in Wellness, host Brittany shares her real-time experience navigating a 7-month pregnancy with a growing 8-centimeter fibroid, leading to a medically necessary scheduled C-section. Brittany breaks down the clinical realities of uterine fibroids, from hormonal triggers and elevated risks of preterm labor to C-section necessities when a fibroid blocks the cervix. Through the cultural stories of celebrity advocate Lupita Nyong'o and reality TV stars sharing their fertility journeys, this episode shines a spotlight on the systemic dismissal of Black women's pain and the importance of preserving reproductive autonomy. In this episode, we cover: What Are Uterine Fibroids? Understanding benign tumors, symptoms, and how pregnancy hormones (estrogen and progesterone) fuel their growth. Pregnancy & Delivery Impact: Navigating high-risk ultrasounds, fetal growth restrictions, placental concerns, and managing a pivot from a vaginal birth plan to a C-section. Treatment Options & Fertility Preservation: Exploring the difference between aggressive options like premature hysterectomy versus fertility-preserving options like a myomectomy or egg freezing. Self-Advocacy Tools: How to track your symptoms, bring a trusted advocate (doula, partner, or parent) to appointments, ask critical questions, and get a second opinion. Enjoying the show? Please leave a 5-star rating, hit Follow, and leave a comment to help us reach more mamas needing guidance! 🧘♀️ Free Prenatal Yoga Classes (https://youtu.be/o6ZGilKk98M): Subscribe to Prismatic Venus Fitness on YouTube for our new Prenatal Yoga for Nausea and upcoming core recovery classes! 🏋️♀️ ProNatal Fitness Specialist Certification (https://pronatalfitness.com/fitness-professionals/online-courses/?aff=86): Learn more about becoming a certified pre- and postnatal specialist through my affiliate link in the show notes. 📧 Substack Newsletter (https://bumptobeyond.substack.com/): Subscribe to Bump to Beyond for bi-weekly health law breakdowns, fitness tips, and real-talk advocacy. 🌸 Fibroid Awareness & Advocacy Organizations: [The White Dress Project] (https://www.thewhitedressproject.org/) [The Fibroid Foundation] (https://www.fibroidfoundation.org/) [Foundation for Women's Health] (https://www.foundationwomenshealth.org) Additional Resources: Preeclampsia Support Line: 1-800-665-9341 National Maternal Mental Health Hotline: 1-833-TLC-MAMA (1-833-852-6262) Postpartum Support International Helpline: 1-800-944-4773 Follow Brittany Biggett-Heeren: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Prismatic Venus Fitness⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.prismaticvenusfitness.com/) Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠PVF_Tribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/accounts/login/?next=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fpvf_tribe%2F&is_from_rle) YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠PVF Tribe ⁠ (https://youtube.com/@pvfitness_yt?si=Kqzz51s3_goD8lt7) Disclaimer: This podcast offers educational discussions and is not a substitute for professional medical consultation, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your personal healthcare provider to develop a tailored care plan.

Who has been a guest on Wednesday Wellness Debrief

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• Arnice Foster
• Tenisha Hill
• Kyla Brown
• Dra Yvette Martínez-Vu
• Shirria McCullough

Reach and audience

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YouTube views

5,334

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

5 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

2 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 53 / 100

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Quality

45

Social presence

90

YouTube

74

Engagement

32

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