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In this podcast episode we interview MacKenzie Bachar, Advocacy and Education Director, at Fearless! formerly known as Safe Homes of Orange County. Together we discuss what human trafficking is, we dispel some common human trafficking myths and misconceptions, as well as discuss what are some of the warning signs to look out for that indicate someone may be trying to traffic us or an individual we know.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/realwomensforum/message

For our listeners who may not know, May is Mental Health Awareness Month. In this episode we interview Dhanu Sannesy, president of NAMI Orange County NY. Together we help raise mental heath awareness to help break the mental health stigma that leaves so many people suffering in secret. For information on the services offered by NAMI Orange County NY, local resources, as well as what friends and family can do to support their loved ones, make sure to tune in! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/realwomensforum/message

In this episode we interview Erin Ortega, a Patient Resource Manager, at MyChoice. MyChoice is a free pregnancy care center. Together we discuss the services that they offer, how the organization differs from Planned Parenthood, as well as discuss the importance of the work that MyChoice does. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/realwomensforum/message

In this special episode our Community Health Worker Supervisor, Jennifer Lansiquot, leads the baby cafe into an interview with Dr. Anne Ferrari, an Associate  Professor at Mount Saint Mary College. Together they discuss what postpartum depression is, what are symptoms of postpartum depression, how common is it, as well as what we can do to help mothers who are experiencing postpartum depression.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/realwomensforum/message

In this episode we interview Liana Rivers, founder of Wellness Inspiring Spiritual Health (WISH). Together we discuss what holistic health is, why a holistic approach to wellness is important, as well as what we can do to start our journey to wellness. Liana also highlights some of the services she offers to her clients to allow them to meet their physical, mental, and spiritual needs. Link to "The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle": https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1577314808/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=1577314808&linkCode=as2&tag=eckhartteachi-20&linkId=f66451a57eb91a79a28469bbc6eb98b1  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/realwomensforum/message

In this episode we interview Orange County Legislator and Executive Director of the Desmond Center for Community Engagement and Wellness, Genesis Ramos. We get to know a little about Genesis's early life and her journey, as well as some of the work that she does in the Newburgh community. We also discuss what we can do within our own communities to have a positive impact and bring about change. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/realwomensforum/message

In this episode we interview Shayna Weinberg from Doula for Moms and discuss all things Doula. Shayna, a certified Birth Doula, explains to us what inspired her to become a doula, what being a doula entails, as well as the importance of having a doula throughout a pregnancy.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/realwomensforum/message

In this episode we interview Patricia Ocasio from Hudson Valley Community Services and talk a little bit about the work that she does before delving into the topic of sexual health and risk reduction. We discuss what sexual health is, what risk reduction is, what are some of the risks associated with sexual activity, as well as what we can do to stay sexually healthy.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/realwomensforum/message

In this episode we interview Lynn Guiser from the Sullivan County WIC Program. We are also joined by members of the Baby Cafe, a virtual meeting space for parents and caregivers to come together and learn not only from one another but from health professionals as well. Together we discuss the WIC Program; we establish what WIC is, who can apply as well as what the application process looks like, and what services and resources it offers to caregivers. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/realwomensforum/message

In this episode we interview Jill and Kathy, two health educators from the Sullivan County Public Health Department. We are also joined by members of the Baby Cafe, a virtual meeting space for parents and caregivers to come together and learn not only from one another but from health professionals as well. Together we discuss childhood immunizations; we define what childhood immunizations are, establish the risks and benefits of immunizations, as well as where we can go to receive them. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/realwomensforum/message

In this episode, our intern Kate interviews her professor Dr. Jessica Pabón to talk about feminism. They go over what feminism is, how we define it, and how we can practice it, in addition to topics like social media, activism, and burnout. Dr. Pabón also offers some stellar stories and advice. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/realwomensforum/message

In this episode we interview Caryn, a Volunteer Coordinator at the Food Bank of Hudson Valley. We discuss how food banks operate, the importance of volunteer work, as well as the different ways to give back not only during the holiday season but year round as well. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/realwomensforum/message