Marriage! Where does it fit in today's world? As women or nonbinary are we still striving for marriage?   Marriage is a huge topic to tackle but today's episode will break down marriage from the point of view of a young married woman, a young divorcee, an older married woman, and a host that's not into it at all. Special guests Liselot Rosado & Roslyn Ali join hosts Grace Annette & Muhyi to figure out if a marriage can really be considered a happy ending or is the idea. just a mirage. Always in Bloom Instagram: @aib.connect Twitter: @aib.connect Patreon: patreon.com/alwaysinbloom Muhyi’s Instagram: @_shingg Grace’s Instagram: @graceannettee Guest Information: Liselot’s Instagram: @lisaapinkk Roslyn’s Instagram: @roslynalix3 Sources:  https://www.livingfacts.org/en/articles/2021/10-facts-about-love-in-america https://www.pewresearch.org/fact-tank/2019/02/13/8-facts-about-love-and-marriage/ https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/life/relationships/a32759/marriage-facts-today/ https://www.weddingforward.com/curiously-fun-wedding-facts/ https://psychcentral.com/lib/7-persistent-myths-about-marriage#4 https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/having-sex-wanting-intimacy/202106/10-dangerous-myths-about-marriage

This episode is about our heaux friends, whether she is us or we are living vicariously through them, they are an essential part to life! Pick’em, Drop’em, Take their money, take their souls, repeat! The heaux/heaux friend has taught us many things. Muhyi & Grace speak with Nichelle Hawkins to define being a heaux and what space that takes up in the female journey. Always in Bloom: Instagram: @aib.connect Twitter: @aib.connect Patreon: patreon.com/alwaysinbloom Muhyi’s Instagram: @_shingg Grace’s Instagram: @graceannettee Guest Information: Nichelle’s instagram: @ohshells Source: https://www.tatler.com/gallery/most-influential-royal-mistresses-throughout-history https://www.factinate.com/people/43-seductive-facts-historical-mistresses/ https://historycollection.com/mistresses-and-lovers-of-historical-figures-who-left-their-mark-on-history/3/ https://english.stackexchange.com/questions/513653/is-ho-hoe-basically-an-equivalent-of-whore-which-differs-only-stylisticall https://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/TheVamp https://byrslf.co/the-virgin-whore-dichotomy-and-why-women-cannot-destroy-it-fb1bcf95a8ff https://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/MadonnaWhoreComplex

Going to the doctor can be a charged experience for anyone, whether you're healthy, not healthy, or questioning your health. Being a womxn and going to the doctor can be especially challenging. This episode aims to answer some of the questions and concerns you might have before or even after your doctor's visit. In one of our most important episodes of the season, Muhyi & Grace are joined by Senior Clinical Researcher Chelsi Nurse to break down the Black female experience at the doctor's office. Support our latest feature film here seedandspark.com/fund/aib-amara Always in Bloom: Instagram: @aib.connect Twitter: @aib.connect Patreon: patreon.com/alwaysinbloom Muhyi’s Instagram: @_shingg Grace’s Instagram: @graceannettee Guest Information: Chelsi’s instagram:@itssmechelsiii Chelsi's publication: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33279467/ Sources: https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/fastats/womens-health.htm https://healthcare.utah.edu/womenshealth/patient-education/ https://www.midatlanticwomenscare.com/well-women-care/womens-health-myths-debunked-by-a-gynecologist/ https://www.greaterthan.org/sexually-transmitted-diseases/?gclid=Cj0KCQiAqvaNBhDLARIsAH1Pq52vntwCQO-N7BgP9UsPDCvtFyPM3PFcvEH4AKZCz9Y_j_OLKNAkrWsaAhhREALw_wcB

Free the nipple! Or not? Why do we choose to wear them or not wear them? Are they necessary or a social construct we are used to following? What are the long-term effects of bra wearing? This episode will answer all these questions. From ancient times to modern-day, bras have been a part of womenswear for thousands of years. We’re here with Doctor of Chiropractic Nicole Psota, to learn more.    Always in Bloom Instagram: @aib.connect  Twitter: @aib.connect  Patreon: patreon.com/alwaysinbloom  Muhyi’s Instagram: @_shingg  Grace’s Instagram: @graceannettee   Guest Information: Dr. Nicole’s Instagram: @drpsotanicole  Email: [email protected]   Sources: https://www.health.com/style/bra-myths https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/beauty/fashion/g1291/bra-history/

Traveling is fun, adventurous and life-changing. We want to experience new things, eat new foods, and meet new people. But our main goal is to come back home to be able to share our experiences with our loved ones. In this episode, we are sharing our travel experiences, how as women & theydies we prepare for a trip, precautions we take and things we do to ensure a great trip. From booking flights, airbnbs, hotels to TSA approved protection devices and outfits. Author, Comedian, and Boxer, Nina Kharoufeh joins Muhyi & Grace to discuss the real part of traveling and being ousside. Always in Bloom: Instagram: @aib.connect Twitter: @aib.connect Patreon: patreon.com/alwaysinbloom Muhyi’s Instagram: @_shingg Grace’s Instagram: @graceannettee Guest Information: Nina’s instagram: @ninakharoufeh Source: https://www.theguardian.com/travel/2021/jun/10/why-black-solo-female-travel-is-a-radical-act https://www.refinery29.com/en-gb/black-girls-take-world-georgina-lawton https://sojournies.com/black-women-travel-solo/ https://www.cnn.com/travel/article/lessons-black-traveler-cmd/index.html

Accessibility. Inclusivitiy. Belonging. Community. Always in Bloom is the dream-child of Muhyi Ali and was brought to life in collaboration with Grace Annette. This episode goes in-depth as to why we started the company, the podcast, and what AIB means to us.  Always in Bloom: Instagram: @aib.connect Twitter: @aib.connect Patreon: patreon.com/alwaysinbloom Muhyi’s Instagram: @_shingg Grace’s Instagram: @graceannettee

As vagina-wielders Planned Parenthood in recent years has become a huge advocate for us and a  resource for information, care, and even treatment.  A great starting place when you don’t know where to start regarding women’s health.  In this episode we dive into what they do, our personal experiences with PP, some backlash and controversy they’ve faced in recent years & much more. Please keep in mind this episode will touch upon sensitive topics such as abortion, sex, abuse, and pregnancy.  Content that may not be suitable for listeners under 13. Jes Davis joins Muhyi & Grace this week. Always in Bloom: Instagram: @/aib.connect Twitter: @/aib.connect Patreon: patreon.com/alwaysinbloom Muhyi’s Instagram: @/_shingg Grace’s Instagram: @/graceannettee Guest Information: Jes’s Instagram: @/jesxdav Website: www.jesdavis.com Sources: https://www.plannedparenthood.org/about-us/facts-figures/fact-sheets-reports#  https://www.globalcitizen.org/en/content/6-myths-about-planned-parenthood/ 

There are a lot of people in our coochies, why?! Menstruation has been a hot topic regarding the female body for years. This episode aims to educate and debunk some common myths regarding menstruation. Whether you call it menstruation or a period, your relationship has everything to do with your surroundings. Muhyi & Grace Annette tell you about their first periods, tips and tricks they’ve learned over the years and so much more! Always in Bloom: Instagram: www.instagram.com/aib.connect Twitter: www.twitter.com/aib.connect Patreon: www.patreon.com/alwaysinbloom Muhyi’s IG: www.instagram.com/_shingg Grace’s IG www.instagram.com/graceannettee Sources: https://www.unicef.org/press-releases/fast-facts-nine-things-you-didnt-know-about-menstruation  https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/health-and-wellness/menstruation  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/10132-normal-menstruation  https://www.chestercountyhospital.org/news/health-eliving-blog/2019/july/period-myths