The resources to navigate sex ed, fertility, pregnancy and the post partum period for Muslims with uteruses are limited. HEART being a reproductive justice organization invested in the wellbeing of those impacted by the sexual and reproductive health landscape partnered up with influencer Irene Khan to break down these topics. Our series brings in individuals who hold professional expertise and lived experience to go in depth, break the silence and create a space for us to speak openly about how we are impacted when we lack language, resources and access to take control of our sexual and reproductive health.
Dr Roohi Jeelani, MD Ob/GYN with subspecialty training in reproductive endocrinology and infertility. She has done extensive research in Onco fertility and fertility preservation. She serves as the Director of Research and Education at Vios Fertility Institute in Chicago, Il. Dr. Roohi uses her own personal journey and professional background to help educate and empower all those navigating the ins and outs of fertility through her social media platforms.
Folks can follow Dr. Roohi at @roohijeelanimd on instagram and @roohijeelanimd on tiktok.
The resources to navigate sex ed, fertility, pregnancy and the post partum period for Muslims with uteruses are limited. HEART being a reproductive justice organization invested in the wellbeing of those impacted by the sexual and reproductive health landscape partnered up with influencer Irene Khan to break down these topics. Our series brings in individuals who hold professional expertise and lived experience to go in depth, break the silence and create a space for us to speak openly about how we are impacted when we lack language, resources and access to take control of our sexual and reproductive health.
Dr Roohi Jeelani, MD Ob/GYN with subspecialty training in reproductive endocrinology and infertility. She has done extensive research in Onco fertility and fertility preservation. She serves as the Director of Research and Education at Vios Fertility Institute in Chicago, Il. Dr. Roohi uses her own personal journey and professional background to help educate and empower all those navigating the ins and outs of fertility through her social media platforms.
Folks can follow Dr. Roohi at @roohijeelanimd on instagram and @roohijeelanimd on tiktok.
The resources to navigate sex ed, fertility, pregnancy and the post partum period for Muslims with uteruses are limited. HEART being a reproductive justice organization invested in the wellbeing of those impacted by the sexual and reproductive health landscape partnered up with influencer Irene Khan to break down these topics. Our series brings in individuals who hold professional expertise and lived experience to go in depth, break the silence and create a space for us to speak openly about how we are impacted when we lack language, resources and access to take control of our sexual and reproductive health.
Angelica Lindsey-Ali, known on social media as The Village Auntie is a certified sexual health educator, intimacy and relationships expert, and curator of women-centered spaces.
Folks can follow Angelica at @tvainstitute and @villageauntie on instagram.
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