Healthy Navajo K'é

Yá'át'ééh! Welcome to the heart of the Navajo Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Project! Join us on our podcast as we pull back the curtain to introduce the dynamic individuals- Amber-Rose Begay, DeeDee James, & Stacey Litson- driving the innovation and creativity that define our project. Get to know the personalities that bring passion, dedication, and a touch of humor to our collaborative efforts.  

Expect entertaining and unexpected responses as we delve into fun questions that reveal our team members' unique quirks and stories. But it's not just about the laughs and anecdotes – we'll also discuss our project's current strides and achievements.  Our team is more than just individuals working together; we're a collective force with a shared vision, and we can't wait to share that journey with you.

Looking forward, we'll offer a sneak peek into the exciting future efforts and initiatives that are brewing within our project. Hear about upcoming features, collaborations, and innovative ideas that keep us fueled with enthusiasm.

Get ready to meet the faces, hear the stories, and witness the spirit that propels the Navajo MCH Project forward.

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This podcast was sponsored by the Arizona Department of Health Services through federal funding from the Health Resources & Services Administration, with support from the Navajo Native American Research Centers for Health (NARCH) Partnership between Diné College and Northern Arizona University through federal funding from the National Institute of Health’s National Institute of General Medical Sciences, award number S06GM142121. The views expressed are the sole responsibility of the program staff and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Arizona Department of Health Services or the United States Government.

Yá’át’ééh! Happy New Year’s Eve! We are happy to announce the final part of the sixth release of our birthing series featuring our special guest, Karla Peaches. Ms. Peaches is a Diné woman, mother, doula, and peer lactation counselor. Her story is released in 3 parts: preconception, pregnancy, and postpartum. In this last episode, she will be sharing her postpartum journey after giving birth at home, reflecting on all the resources and people who supported her during her beautiful journey, and much more!

We want to thank Karla for sharing her story and experiences. We hope you enjoy listening to part three, and don’t forget to tune in parts one and two if you have not already.  

Disclaimer: We’d like to let our audience know that these birthing stories include real people with real stories and may include topics on traumatic pregnancy and birthing experiences leading to loss of life, miscarriage, depression, suicide, and grief. If you are listening, please take breaks as needed. 

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Facebook: @Navajo Maternal and Child Health Project at Diné College

Instagram: @navajomch

Please email us if you have any questions, comments, or suggestions:navajomchproject@dinecollege.edu

This podcast was sponsored by the Arizona Department of Health Services through federal funding from the Health Resources & Services Administration, with support from the Navajo Native American Research Centers for Health (NARCH) Partnership between Diné College and Northern Arizona University through federal funding from the National Institute of Health’s National Institute of General Medical Sciences, award number S06GM142121. The views expressed are the sole responsibility of the program staff and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Arizona Department of Health Services or the United States Government.

Yá’át’ééh! We are happy to announce part two of the sixth release of our birthing series featuring our special guest, Karla Peaches. Ms. Peaches is a Diné woman, mother, doula, and peer lactation counselor. Her story will be released in 3 parts: preconception, pregnancy, and postpartum. In this episode, she will be sharing her pregnancy journey and what steps she took to have a home birth. 

We thank Karla for sharing her story and experiences. We hope you enjoy listening to part two and don’t forget to tune in for part 3 in the upcoming months. 

Disclaimer: We’d like to let our audience know that these birthing stories include real people with real stories and may include topics on traumatic pregnancy and birthing experiences leading to loss of life, miscarriage, depression, suicide, and grief. If you are listening, please take breaks as needed. 

Check out our social media pages!

Facebook: @Navajo Maternal and Child Health Project at Diné College

Instagram: @navajomch

Please email us if you have any questions, comments, or suggestions:navajomchproject@dinecollege.edu

This podcast was sponsored by the Arizona Department of Health Services through federal funding from the Health Resources & Services Administration, with support from the Navajo Native American Research Centers for Health (NARCH) Partnership between Diné College and Northern Arizona University through federal funding from the National Institute of Health’s National Institute of General Medical Sciences, award number S06GM142121. The views expressed are the sole responsibility of the program staff and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Arizona Department of Health Services or the United States Government.

Yá’át’ééh! We are happy to announce the sixth release of our birthing series featuring our special guest, Karla Peaches. Ms. Peaches is a Diné woman, mother, doula, and peer lactation counselor. She tells all about the challeges she faced with being diagnosed with PCOS and navigating the health system to get the best care,  the last days with her grandmother, and grief.  Her story will be released in 3 parts: preconception, pregnancy, and postpartum. 
We appreciate Karla for sharing her experiences with us. The purpose of this series is to provide a space for birthing familes to share thier experineces to help other birthing families become more informed about the ways pregnancy and birthing can happen. 
Disclaimer: We’d like to let our audience know that these birthing stories include real people with real stories and may include topics on traumatic pregnancy and birthing experiences leading to loss of life, miscarriage, depression, suicide, and grief. If you are listening, please take breaks as needed. 

Check out our social media pages!

Facebook: @Navajo Maternal and Child Health Project at Diné College

Instagram: @navajomch

Please email us if you have any questions, comments, or suggestions:navajomchproject@dinecollege.edu

This podcast was sponsored by the Arizona Department of Health Services through federal funding from the Health Resources & Services Administration, with support from the Navajo Native American Research Centers for Health (NARCH) Partnership between Diné College and Northern Arizona University through federal funding from the National Institute of Health’s National Institute of General Medical Sciences, award number S06GM142121. The views expressed are the sole responsibility of the program staff and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Arizona Department of Health Services or the United States Government.

Yá’á’tééh! For the fifth installment of our birthing series, co-hosts DeeDee James and Lexa Ingram interview Sierra Sanchez, a young Coeur D'Alene woman, mother, doula, and peer lactation counselor will be sharing her pregnancy and birthing experiences in this episode. She tells all about her at-home birth, the challenges she faced, and funny moments that stood out to her.

We appreciate Sierra for sharing her wonderful stories with us. The purpose of this series is to provide a space for birthing families to share their experiences to help other birthing families become informed about the ways pregnancy and birthing can happen.

Disclaimer: We’d like to let our audience know that these birthing stories include real people with real stories and may include topics on traumatic pregnancy and birthing experiences leading to loss of life, miscarriage, depression, suicide, and grief. If you are listening, please take breaks as needed. If these topics are too much for you to handle, please join us again for our next episode and take care of yourself in the meantime.

Check out our social media pages!

Facebook: @Navajo Maternal and Child Health Project at Diné College

Instagram: @navajomch

Please email us if you have any questions, comments, or suggestions:navajomchproject@dinecollege.edu

This podcast was sponsored by the Arizona Department of Health Services through federal funding from the Health Resources & Services Administration, with support from the Navajo Native American Research Centers for Health (NARCH) Partnership between Diné College and Northern Arizona University through federal funding from the National Institute of Health’s National Institute of General Medical Sciences, award number S06GM142121. The views expressed are the sole responsibility of the program staff and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Arizona Department of Health Services or the United States Government.

Yá'át'ééh! In today's episode, co-hosts DeeDee James and Lexa Ingram will talk to a special guest, Koltey Tso. Koltey is a Diné woman, mother, wife, and student. She will share her pregnancy journey battling infertility and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and talk about her birthing experience with her miracle baby. 

We appreciate Koltey's courage to share her sacred journey with us. This series aims to provide a safe space for birthing families to share their experiences to help other birthing families become informed about how pregnancy and birthing can happen. 

Disclaimer: We would like to let our audience know that these birthing stories include real people with real stories and may include topics on traumatic pregnancy and birthing experiences leading to loss of life, miscarriage, depression, suicide, and grief. If you are listening, please take breaks as needed. If these topics are too much for you to handle, please join us for our next episode and take care of yourself in the meantime.

Check out our social media pages!

Facebook: @Navajo Maternal and Child Health Project at Diné College

Instagram: @navajomch

Please email us if you have any questions, comments, or suggestions:navajomchproject@dinecollege.edu

This podcast was sponsored by the Arizona Department of Health Services through federal funding from the Health Resources & Services Administration, with support from the Navajo Native American Research Centers for Health (NARCH) Partnership between Diné College and Northern Arizona University through federal funding from the National Institute of Health’s National Institute of General Medical Sciences, award number S06GM142121. The views expressed are the sole responsibility of the program staff and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Arizona Department of Health Services or the United States Government.

Yá’á’tééh! For the third installment of our birthing series, co-hosts Amber-Rose Begay and Lexa Ingram interview Alyssa Peaches Armendez, a young Diné woman, mother, wife, and small business owner will be sharing her pregnancy with twins and birthing experiences in this episode.

We appreciate Alyssa for sharing her beautiful stories with us. The purpose of this series is to provide a space for birthing families to share their experiences to help other birthing families become informed about the ways pregnancy and birthing can happen.

Disclaimer: We’d like to let our audience know that these birthing stories include real people with real stories and may include topics on traumatic pregnancy and birthing experiences leading to loss of life, miscarriage, depression, suicide, and grief. If you are listening, please take breaks as needed. If these topics are too much for you to handle, please join us again for our next episode and take care of yourself in the meantime.

Check out our social media pages!

Facebook: @Navajo Maternal and Child Health Project at Diné College

Instagram: @navajomch

Please email us if you have any questions, comments, or suggestions:navajomchproject@dinecollege.edu

This podcast was sponsored by the Arizona Department of Health Services through federal funding from the Health Resources & Services Administration, with support from the Navajo Native American Research Centers for Health (NARCH) Partnership between Diné College and Northern Arizona University through federal funding from the National Institute of Health’s National Institute of General Medical Sciences, award number S06GM142121. The views expressed are the sole responsibility of the program staff and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Arizona Department of Health Services or the United States Government.

Yá'át'ééh. Join cohosts DeeDee James and Stacey Litson in a discussion with Navajo Birth Cohort Study's (NBCS) field staff, Maria Welch, to better understand the relationship between uranium exposures and birth outcomes and early developmental delays. The Navajo Birth Cohort Study’s responsibility to the Navajo People is to conduct research while remembering that childbirth is one of the most sacred events for Navajo families. We appreciate your continued support!

Check out the NBCS website linked on our social media pages.  

Check out our social media pages!

Facebook: @Navajo Maternal and Child Health Project at Diné College

Instagram: @navajomch

Please email us if you have any questions, comments, or suggestions:navajomchproject@dinecollege.edu

This podcast was sponsored by the Arizona Department of Health Services through federal funding from the Health Resources & Services Administration, with support from the Navajo Native American Research Centers for Health (NARCH) Partnership between Diné College and Northern Arizona University through federal funding from the National Institute of Health’s National Institute of General Medical Sciences, award number S06GM142121. The views expressed are the sole responsibility of the program staff and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Arizona Department of Health Services or the United States Government.

Join co-hosts Amber-Rose and Lexa Ingram in a discussion with Northern Arizona University Nutrition and Food majors Ramsi Geiser and Samantha Soulsby about the nutrition and health journey and trying to find what works for you. They will be sharing 8 budget grocery shopping tips, budget-friendly meal planning, sharing recipes, and snack ideas including tips for diabetics and prediabetics, how to read a nutrition label, and more. We appreciate your continued support!

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Facebook: @Navajo Maternal and Child Health Project at Diné College

Instagram: @navajomch

Please email us if you have any questions, comments, or suggestions:navajomchproject@dinecollege.edu

This podcast was sponsored by the Arizona Department of Health Services through federal funding from the Health Resources & Services Administration, with support from the Navajo Native American Research Centers for Health (NARCH) Partnership between Diné College and Northern Arizona University through federal funding from the National Institute of Health’s National Institute of General Medical Sciences, award number S06GM142121. The views expressed are the sole responsibility of the program staff and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Arizona Department of Health Services or the United States Government.

Yá’áh’tééh! For the second installment of our birthing series, co-hosts Amber-Rose Begay and Lexa Ingram will be interviewing Kiara Tom, a young Diné woman and mother, will be sharing her pregnancy and birthing experiences on this episode. We appreciate Kiara for sharing her beautiful stories with us. The purpose of this series is to provide a space for birthing families to share their experiences to help other birthing families become informed about the ways pregnancy and birthing can happen.

Disclaimer: We’d like to let our audience know that these birthing stories include real people with real stories and may include topics on traumatic pregnancy and birthing experiences leading to loss of life, miscarriage, depression, suicide, and grief. If you are listening, please take breaks as needed. If these topics are too much for you to handle, please join us again for our next episode and take care of yourself in the meantime.

Check out our social media pages!

Facebook: @Navajo Maternal and Child Health Project at Diné College

Instagram: @navajomch

Please email us if you have any questions, comments, or suggestions:navajomchproject@dinecollege.edu

This podcast was sponsored by the Arizona Department of Health Services through federal funding from the Health Resources & Services Administration, with support from the Navajo Native American Research Centers for Health (NARCH) Partnership between Diné College and Northern Arizona University through federal funding from the National Institute of Health’s National Institute of General Medical Sciences, award number S06GM142121. The views expressed are the sole responsibility of the program staff and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Arizona Department of Health Services or the United States Government.

Yá’á’tééh! To kick off our series, Chantal Dominguez, a Diné wife and mother, will be sharing her pregnancy and birthing experiences on this episode. We appreciate Chantal for sharing her beautiful stories with us. The purpose of this series is to provide a space for birthing families to share their experiences to help other birthing families become informed about the ways pregnancy and birthing can happen.   

Disclaimer: We’d like to let our audience know that these birthing stories include real people with real stories and may include topics on traumatic pregnancy and birthing experiences leading to loss of life, miscarriage, depression, suicide, and grief. If you are listening, please take breaks as needed. If these topics are too much for you to handle, please join us again for our next episode and take care of yourself in the meantime.

Check out our social media pages!

Facebook: @Navajo Maternal and Child Health Project at Diné College

Instagram: @navajomch

Please email us if you have any questions, comments, or suggestions:navajomchproject@dinecollege.edu

This podcast was sponsored by the Arizona Department of Health Services through federal funding from the Health Resources & Services Administration, with support from the Navajo Native American Research Centers for Health (NARCH) Partnership between Diné College and Northern Arizona University through federal funding from the National Institute of Health’s National Institute of General Medical Sciences, award number S06GM142121. The views expressed are the sole responsibility of the program staff and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Arizona Department of Health Services or the United States Government.

Guest hosts Shawndeena George and Tressica Johnson with the Navajo NARCH Project at Diné College, interview Dr. Diana Hu, a Pediatrician at Tuba City Regional Health Care Corporation and the vaccine coordinator for Navajo Area Indian Health Services. Dr. Hu discusses the importance and benefits of covid vaccinations for children, covid vaccine side affects and risks, and how to discuss vaccines with children. If you have questions about covid or covid vaccines, please call the TCRHCC hotline 928-606-4647 or 928-707-4865.

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Facebook: @Navajo Maternal and Child Health Project at Diné College

Instagram: @navajomch

Please email us if you have any questions, comments, or suggestions:navajomchproject@dinecollege.edu

This podcast was sponsored by the Arizona Department of Health Services through federal funding from the Health Resources & Services Administration, with support from the Navajo Native American Research Centers for Health (NARCH) Partnership between Diné College and Northern Arizona University through federal funding from the National Institute of Health’s National Institute of General Medical Sciences, award number S06GM142121. The views expressed are the sole responsibility of the program staff and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Arizona Department of Health Services or the United States Government.

Diné College students and hosts Timeka Watchman, Crystanna Begay, Wahleah Watson, and Mariah Lee discuss their work in the PUH 299 Special Topics in Public Health course that was part of a research project titled Diné Teachings and Public Health Students Informing Peers andRelativesaboutVaccineEducation (RAVE). The students took on the role of health messengers and provided COVID-19 vaccine education to their peers and relatives. The students also interviewed two mothers, Kyann Dedman-Cisco and Karina Watson, as they share their experiences with their decision to vaccinate their child and how they talked to their child about COVID-19 and the vaccine.

This project was supported by NIH GM123550 and approved by the Navajo Nation Human Research Review Board (NNR-18-302).

If you have any questions about the RAVE Project or this episode please email navajomchproject@dinecollege.edu

The views expressed are the sole responsibility of Diné College and Northern Arizona University.

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This podcast was sponsored by the Arizona Department of Health Services through federal funding from the Health Resources & Services Administration, with support from the Navajo Native American Research Centers for Health (NARCH) Partnership between Diné College and Northern Arizona University through federal funding from the National Institute of Health’s National Institute of General Medical Sciences, award number S06GM142121. The views expressed are the sole responsibility of the program staff and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Arizona Department of Health Services or the United States Government.

Yá’áh’tééh! In this week’s episode, we invited two special guests, Kimberly and Daili who share their experiences with having a Doula present throughout their pregnancy. Their stories included how they found a Doula in their area, who they reached out to, and why they sought Doula services. We want to thank both Kimberly and Daili for sharing their unique journeys about how Doulas helped them be heard and stay in control throughout their pregnancy. 

 We appreciate your continued support! Please listen to this podcast episode to listen for a unique code word. Comment the code word under the flyer for this podcast episode on our Facebook and/or Instagram page to be entered into a raffle for a native-designed rainbow crocheted scarf, or one of two pairs of crocheted earrings from Rolanda’s Yarn! We will be choosing three winners for each of the items. 

This podcast episode was in partnership with Rolanda’s yarn! Please check out this incredible native artist on Instagram. You can find handcrafted crocheted items such as scarves, earrings, plush animals, and other handmade crafts you may be interested in purchasing. Please support small native artists! You can also find their username on our flyer for this episode podcast on our social media page. 

Check out our social media pages!

Facebook: @Navajo Maternal and Child Health Project at Diné College

Instagram: @navajomch

Please email us if you have any questions, comments, or suggestions:navajomchproject@dinecollege.edu

This podcast was sponsored by the Arizona Department of Health Services through federal funding from the Health Resources & Services Administration, with support from the Navajo Native American Research Centers for Health (NARCH) Partnership between Diné College and Northern Arizona University through federal funding from the National Institute of Health’s National Institute of General Medical Sciences, award number S06GM142121. The views expressed are the sole responsibility of the program staff and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Arizona Department of Health Services or the United States Government.

Yá’áh’tééh! In today’s episode, we invited a special guest, Shileah Benally. Shileah is a Full Spectrum Doula and she shares her journey on becoming a Doula, ways to become a Doula, and the important roles of a Doula during pregnancy and birth. We want to honor Doulas and encourage others to utilize Doula services during pregnancy and birthing experience. 

We appreciate your continued support! Please listen to this podcast episode to listen for a unique code word. Comment the code word under the flyer for this podcast episode on our Facebook and/or Instagram page to be entered into a raffle for a Native designed crocheted ear warmer, or one of two pairs of crocheted earrings from Rolanda’s Yarn! We will be choosing three winners for each of the items. 

This podcast episode was in partnership with Rolanda’s yarn! Please check out this incredible native artist on Instagram. You can find handcrafted crocheted items such as scarves, earrings, plush animals, and other handmade crafts you may be interested in purchasing. Please support small native artists! You can also find their username on our flyer for this episode podcast on our social media page. 

Check out our social media pages!

Facebook: @Navajo Maternal and Child Health Project at Diné College

Instagram: @navajomch

Please email us if you have any questions, comments, or suggestions:navajomchproject@dinecollege.edu

This podcast was sponsored by the Arizona Department of Health Services through federal funding from the Health Resources & Services Administration, with support from the Navajo Native American Research Centers for Health (NARCH) Partnership between Diné College and Northern Arizona University through federal funding from the National Institute of Health’s National Institute of General Medical Sciences, award number S06GM142121. The views expressed are the sole responsibility of the program staff and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Arizona Department of Health Services or the United States Government.

Yá’át'ééh!In today’s episode, we invited a special guest Dr. Jennifer Richards with Johns Hopkins Center for American Indian Resilience, to discuss Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorder (PMADs) and ways to support birthing people who may be affected by this. We appreciate Dr. Jennifer Richards for joining us and sharing her knowledge. 

To our listeners, we appreciate your continued support! Please listen for the unique code word during the episode. Comment the code word under the flyer for this podcast episode on our Facebook and Instagram page to be entered into a raffle for a crocheted plush animal, crocheted mug pin cushion, or a crocheted pair of earrings from Rolanda’s Yarn! We will be choosing three winners for each of the items. 

This podcast episode was in partnership with Rolanda’s yarn! Please check out this incredible native artist on Instagram. You can find handcrafted crocheted items such as scarves, earrings, plush animals, and other handmade crafts you may be interested in purchasing. Please support small native artists! You can also find their username on our flyer for this episode podcast on our social media page. 

Check out our social media pages!

Facebook: @Navajo Maternal and Child Health Project at Diné College

Instagram: @navajomch

Please email us if you have any questions, comments, or suggestions:navajomchproject@dinecollege.edu

This podcast was sponsored by the Arizona Department of Health Services through federal funding from the Health Resources & Services Administration, with support from the Navajo Native American Research Centers for Health (NARCH) Partnership between Diné College and Northern Arizona University through federal funding from the National Institute of Health’s National Institute of General Medical Sciences, award number S06GM142121. The views expressed are the sole responsibility of the program staff and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Arizona Department of Health Services or the United States Government.

Yá’áh’tééh! In honor of National Breastfeeding month, we invited special guest Amanda Singer with the Navajo Breastfeeding Coalition to discuss services the coalition offers in addition to breastfeeding education, challenges, and familial support. A special thanks to Amanda Singer for sharing their experiences and knowledge.

Hey listeners, we appreciate your continued support! Please listen to this podcast episode to listen for a unique code word. Comment the code word under the flyer for this podcast episode on our Facebook and/or Instagram page to be entered into a raffle for beaded earrings, a beaded pop socket, and a badge holder from TriggaCreations! We will be choosing three winners for each of the items. 

This episode podcast was in partnership with TriggaCreations! Please check out TriggaCreations on instagram! You can find beautiful beaded earrings, jewelry, and handmade crafts! Please support small native artists! 

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Facebook: @Navajo Maternal and Child Health Project at Diné College

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This podcast was sponsored by the Arizona Department of Health Services through federal funding from the Health Resources & Services Administration, with support from the Navajo Native American Research Centers for Health (NARCH) Partnership between Diné College and Northern Arizona University through federal funding from the National Institute of Health’s National Institute of General Medical Sciences, award number S06GM142121. The views expressed are the sole responsibility of the program staff and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Arizona Department of Health Services or the United States Government.

In this episode, we are continuing to discuss a topic from Season 1, which is  to bring awareness to the importance of prenatal care for mothers/birthing people and babies across the Navajo Nation. We invited  Dr. Katherine Glaser with Tuba City Regional Health Care Corporation to discuss what happens during pregnancy for the birth person and the baby and why it’s important to attend prenatal care appointments.

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Facebook: @Navajo Maternal and Child Health Project at Diné College

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Please email us if you have any questions, comments, or suggestions:navajomchproject@dinecollege.edu

This podcast was sponsored by the Arizona Department of Health Services through federal funding from the Health Resources & Services Administration, with support from the Navajo Native American Research Centers for Health (NARCH) Partnership between Diné College and Northern Arizona University through federal funding from the National Institute of Health’s National Institute of General Medical Sciences, award number S06GM142121. The views expressed are the sole responsibility of the program staff and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Arizona Department of Health Services or the United States Government.

In this episode we kick off Season 3 introducing our new co-host, Stacey Litson and discuss Pride Month, which is acknowledged in June to support and celebrate our LGBTQIA which stands for our lesbian, gay, transgender, queer or questioning, intersex and asexual relatives.

Hosts Amber-Rose and Stacey discuss the importance of Pride Month and Diné Pride events happening on the Navajo Nation with special guest Alray Nelson. Alray Nelson is the Executive Director & Co-Founder of Diné Pride and Diné Equality. In this episode, we want to acknowledge, support, and celebrate our Diné LGBTQIA relatives. To support Diné Pride and attend their events please visit their website at https://www.navajonationpride.com/ or their facebook page @NavajoNationPride 

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This podcast was sponsored by the Arizona Department of Health Services through federal funding from the Health Resources & Services Administration, with support from the Navajo Native American Research Centers for Health (NARCH) Partnership between Diné College and Northern Arizona University through federal funding from the National Institute of Health’s National Institute of General Medical Sciences, award number S06GM142121. The views expressed are the sole responsibility of the program staff and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Arizona Department of Health Services or the United States Government.

Host Amber-Rose discusses World Doula Day with special guests OC Gorman and Krystal Tsosie. OC Gorman is Full Spectrum Indigenous Doula working in the Phoenix area and she shares her journey about becoming a Doula and the important roles of a Doula during pregnancy and birth. Krystal Tsosie is a mother who shares her experience of having a Doula present during her pregnancy and birthing journey. In this episode, we want to honor Doulas and encourage others to utilize Doulas services during their pregnancy and birthing experience. World Doula Day is recognized on March 22.

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This podcast was sponsored by the Arizona Department of Health Services through federal funding from the Health Resources & Services Administration, with support from the Navajo Native American Research Centers for Health (NARCH) Partnership between Diné College and Northern Arizona University through federal funding from the National Institute of Health’s National Institute of General Medical Sciences, award number S06GM142121. The views expressed are the sole responsibility of the program staff and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Arizona Department of Health Services or the United States Government.

Hosts Amber-Rose and Alyssa discuss the Week of the Young Child with special guests Kimberly Kee and Amanda Williams with Navajo Project I-LAUNCH a project at the Navajo Nation Office of Special Education and Rehabilitation Services. In this episode, we discuss the importance of early education programs in order to meet the needs of young children and their families. Navajo Project I-LAUNCH has a week of events that will help honor the Week of the Young Child April 4-8, 2022.  

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This podcast was sponsored by the Arizona Department of Health Services through federal funding from the Health Resources & Services Administration, with support from the Navajo Native American Research Centers for Health (NARCH) Partnership between Diné College and Northern Arizona University through federal funding from the National Institute of Health’s National Institute of General Medical Sciences, award number S06GM142121. The views expressed are the sole responsibility of the program staff and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Arizona Department of Health Services or the United States Government.

Hosts Amber-Rose and Alyssa discuss the topic of HIV/AIDS with special guests Cheryl Cook, Justine Yazzie and Fannie Jackson with Navajo Infectious Diseases Control & Prevention Program under the Navajo Department of Health. In this episode, we discuss HIV/AIDS prevention methods, treatment options and resources that are available on the Navajo Nation in order to honor National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day that was on March 10.  

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This podcast was sponsored by the Arizona Department of Health Services through federal funding from the Health Resources & Services Administration, with support from the Navajo Native American Research Centers for Health (NARCH) Partnership between Diné College and Northern Arizona University through federal funding from the National Institute of Health’s National Institute of General Medical Sciences, award number S06GM142121. The views expressed are the sole responsibility of the program staff and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Arizona Department of Health Services or the United States Government.

In order to bring awareness to the rising cases of Syphilis on the Navajo Nation, host Amber-Rose discusses this topic with special guests Rebecca Scranton, Faith Baldwin, and Bree Anderson with Arizona Department of Health Services-STI Control Program and Cheryl Cook and Justine Yazzie with Navajo Infectious Diseases Control & Prevention Program under the Navajo Department of Health. In this episode, we discuss the risks syphilis has on both the mother and baby during pregnancy and after birth, prevention methods, treatment options and resources that are available to everyone. 

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This podcast was sponsored by the Arizona Department of Health Services through federal funding from the Health Resources & Services Administration, with support from the Navajo Native American Research Centers for Health (NARCH) Partnership between Diné College and Northern Arizona University through federal funding from the National Institute of Health’s National Institute of General Medical Sciences, award number S06GM142121. The views expressed are the sole responsibility of the program staff and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Arizona Department of Health Services or the United States Government.

Hosts Amber-Rose and Shermaine discuss the Azhe'é Bidziil (Strong Fathers) Program with LeDaniel Gishie Jr., Nolan Tsinigine and Tiffany Begay from Johns Hopkins- Center for American Indian Health. The program goal is to "increase economic stability of Native fathers and their families, reduce violence in rural Native communities and increase health relationships and co-parenting in Native communities." Ledaniel and Nolan share their experience working program facilitators and the ways they educate and engage with other fathers through this program. Since this podcast addresses health for mothers and children, we must also address the health of our fathers, uncles, and grandfathers who take on an important role in Diné families. Ahéhee'!

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This podcast was sponsored by the Arizona Department of Health Services through federal funding from the Health Resources & Services Administration, with support from the Navajo Native American Research Centers for Health (NARCH) Partnership between Diné College and Northern Arizona University through federal funding from the National Institute of Health’s National Institute of General Medical Sciences, award number S06GM142121. The views expressed are the sole responsibility of the program staff and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Arizona Department of Health Services or the United States Government.

In order to bring awareness to the dangers of alcohol consumption during pregnancy, hosts Amber-Rose and Alyssa discuss this topic with special guests Delton Francis and Wahaila Begaye from Navajo Nation Department of Behavioral Health and Mental Health Services. In this episode, we discuss the risks of consuming alcohol during pregnancy and how it can lead to fetal alcohol spectrum disorder. Delton and Wahaila also discuss the resources and prevention methods that pregnant people can use in order to ensure a safe pregnancy for themselves and their child.

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This podcast was sponsored by the Arizona Department of Health Services through federal funding from the Health Resources & Services Administration, with support from the Navajo Native American Research Centers for Health (NARCH) Partnership between Diné College and Northern Arizona University through federal funding from the National Institute of Health’s National Institute of General Medical Sciences, award number S06GM142121. The views expressed are the sole responsibility of the program staff and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Arizona Department of Health Services or the United States Government.

A Needs Assessment provides community leaders with a glimpse of local policy, systems, and environmental change strategies currently in place and helps to identify areas for improvement. With this data, communities can formulate a plan for health improvement by creating strategies to make positive and sustainable changes in their communities.

In this episode,  host Alyssa will discuss with special guest Amber-Rose about the importance of collecting  data to conduct a Needs Assessment to improve health outcomes. 

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Please email us if you have any questions, comments, or suggestions:navajomchproject@dinecollege.edu

This podcast was sponsored by the Arizona Department of Health Services through federal funding from the Health Resources & Services Administration, with support from the Navajo Native American Research Centers for Health (NARCH) Partnership between Diné College and Northern Arizona University through federal funding from the National Institute of Health’s National Institute of General Medical Sciences, award number S06GM142121. The views expressed are the sole responsibility of the program staff and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Arizona Department of Health Services or the United States Government.

PRAMS or Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System is a survey that is implemented by Arizona, New Mexico and Utah state PRAMS projects to assess health among mothers before, during and after birth. The Navajo Nation Department of Health uses PRAMS data collected from Navajo women living on and off the Navajo Nation in the three states to assess and guide health health policy and practice. More recently Diné College has worked with NM and AZ PRAMS to analyze data to set priorities in maternal health which are reported in the 2020 Navajo  Nation MCH Needs Assessment found on the Navajo Epidemiology website. 

In this episode,  hosts Amber-Rose and Shermaine discuss with special guests from the AZ PRAMS Program Evelyn Nieto, Ryan Benally, and Gina Herrera, about the importance of collecting this data to improve health outcomes. 

We encourage you to complete the PRAMS survey so we can better understand health experiences of mothers and their children especially on the Navajo Nation. 

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Facebook: @Navajo Maternal and Child Health Project at Diné College

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This podcast was sponsored by the Arizona Department of Health Services through federal funding from the Health Resources & Services Administration, with support from the Navajo Native American Research Centers for Health (NARCH) Partnership between Diné College and Northern Arizona University through federal funding from the National Institute of Health’s National Institute of General Medical Sciences, award number S06GM142121. The views expressed are the sole responsibility of the program staff and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Arizona Department of Health Services or the United States Government.

In order to bring awareness to the importance of nutrition and gestational diabetes for mothers and babies across the Navajo Nation, hosts Amber-Rose discusses these topics with special guest Mary Degnan from Tuba City Regional Health Care Center. In this episode, we discuss the information regarding the diagnosis of gestational diabetes, risk factors, and preventional resources for mothers.  

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Facebook: @Navajo Maternal and Child Health Project at Diné College

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Please email us if you have any questions, comments, or suggestions:navajomchproject@dinecollege.edu

This podcast was sponsored by the Arizona Department of Health Services through federal funding from the Health Resources & Services Administration, with support from the Navajo Native American Research Centers for Health (NARCH) Partnership between Diné College and Northern Arizona University through federal funding from the National Institute of Health’s National Institute of General Medical Sciences, award number S06GM142121. The views expressed are the sole responsibility of the program staff and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Arizona Department of Health Services or the United States Government.

In order to bring awareness to the importance of prenatal care for mothers and babies across the Navajo Nation, we have invited Amber-Rose and Jamie to discuss their experience with prenatal care. In addition to Amber-Rose discussing  prenatal and postpartum care, including traditional birthing with special guest Nicole Gonzalez, a Navajo Nurse-Midwife from the Changing Woman Initiative. 

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Facebook: @Navajo Maternal and Child Health Project at Diné College

Instagram: @navajomch

Please email us if you have any questions, comments, or suggestions:navajomchproject@dinecollege.edu

This podcast was sponsored by the Arizona Department of Health Services through federal funding from the Health Resources & Services Administration, with support from the Navajo Native American Research Centers for Health (NARCH) Partnership between Diné College and Northern Arizona University through federal funding from the National Institute of Health’s National Institute of General Medical Sciences, award number S06GM142121. The views expressed are the sole responsibility of the program staff and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Arizona Department of Health Services or the United States Government.

In order to promote and support the wellbeing of lactating and breastfeeding mothers across the Navajo Nation, hosts Amber-Rose, Chassity, and Shermaine discuss these experiences along with special guest Jasha Lyons Echo-Hawk. Jasha is the founder of Indigenous Milk Medicine Week and Co-founder of Indigenous Milk Medicine Collective. In this episode, we discuss the challenges, benefits, and resources that support the Indigenous milk experience. 

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Facebook: @Navajo Maternal and Child Health Project at Diné College

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Please email us if you have any questions, comments, or suggestions:navajomchproject@dinecollege.edu

This podcast was sponsored by the Arizona Department of Health Services through federal funding from the Health Resources & Services Administration, with support from the Navajo Native American Research Centers for Health (NARCH) Partnership between Diné College and Northern Arizona University through federal funding from the National Institute of Health’s National Institute of General Medical Sciences, award number S06GM142121. The views expressed are the sole responsibility of the program staff and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Arizona Department of Health Services or the United States Government.

In order to address oral health among mothers and children on the Navajo Nation, we have invited Dr. Nicole Nelson, Charmayne Gene, and Tracilynn Carl. Dr. Nelson  is a dentist at Zuni Comprehensive Health Center and will discuss the importance of oral health care. Charmayne and Tracilynn, both undergrad students and interns with the Dine College Summer Research Enhancement Program (SREP), will discuss their summer projects addressing oral health and nutrition among Navajo mothers and children. 

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Facebook: @Navajo Maternal and Child Health Project at Diné College

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Please email us if you have any questions, comments, or suggestions:navajomchproject@dinecollege.edu

This podcast was sponsored by the Arizona Department of Health Services through federal funding from the Health Resources & Services Administration, with support from the Navajo Native American Research Centers for Health (NARCH) Partnership between Diné College and Northern Arizona University through federal funding from the National Institute of Health’s National Institute of General Medical Sciences, award number S06GM142121. The views expressed are the sole responsibility of the program staff and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Arizona Department of Health Services or the United States Government.