Let me tell you about Tanya—a woman who went from silently suffering to taking control of her health with the help of Health In Her HUE. Tanya is a vibrant, ambitious Black woman who, for years, dealt with unbearable cramps, heavy periods that left her drained, and a bloated belly that made her feel uncomfortable in her own skin.
Like so many of us, she was told it was just part of being a woman. But deep down, she knew something wasn’t right.
Tanya’s fibroid symptoms weren’t just inconvenient—they were taking over her life. At work, she powered through the pain with heating pads and extra-strength painkillers. Social events? Canceled, because she never knew when a heavy flow or sudden cramp would hit. She was exhausted, frustrated, and tired of feeling ignored.
Then, during a routine check-up, she pushed for answers. Her doctor finally ordered an ultrasound, and just like that—fibroids.
Tanya wasn’t shocked. Black women are more likely to develop fibroids, but she didn’t realize just how common or how life-altering they could be.
Her doctor rattled off medical terms, briefly mentioned surgery, and sent her on her way. No guidance, no resources—just “Let me know if it gets worse.”
Nah. That wasn’t good enough.
Desperate for information, Tanya started searching online and that’s when she found Health In Her HUE—a platform made for us, by us.
She quickly discovered four game-changing resources:
Watching these was like finally getting real answers in a way that made sense. No confusing medical jargon—just clear, honest info on what fibroids are, what causes them, and what treatments exist.
"For the first time, I understood what was happening inside my body," Tanya said.
This wasn’t just another online support group. The Fibroids Care Squad was a sisterhood—women who had been through it and truly understood.
Tanya joined virtual meetups where she could ask questions, vent, and get real advice on managing symptoms.
"I realized I wasn’t alone. We laughed, we cried, and we supported each other," she shared.
Finding a doctor who actually listens shouldn’t be this hard. The HIHH Provider Directory led Tanya to a specialist who didn’t dismiss her concerns and actually walked her through all her options, not just surgery.
"For the first time, I felt heard. That changed everything."
Whenever Tanya needed support, she turned to the HIHH Community Forum—a safe space where Black women shared their experiences, tips, and encouragement.
"The forum became my digital sister circle. Whether I needed advice or just someone to say ‘I get it,’ I knew where to go."
With everything she learned, Tanya built a care plan that worked for her.
💡 Step 1: She started tracking her symptoms using the HIHH Symptom Tracker, which helped her and her doctor see patterns in her pain and bleeding.
💡 Step 2: She made small lifestyle changes—cutting back on inflammatory foods, adding gentle yoga to her routine, and prioritizing rest.
💡 Step 3: She explored treatment options beyond surgery, including medication, minimally invasive procedures, and holistic approaches.
💡 Step 4: She leaned on her Care Squad and the HIHH Community Forum for emotional support and real talk from women who had been through it.
Tanya didn’t just manage her fibroids—she took control.
Studies show that Black women are more likely to develop fibroids at a younger age and experience more severe symptoms than other racial groups. Some researchers suggest that genetics, environmental factors, and even chronic stress from systemic racism may play a role.
Yet, despite these risks, our pain is often dismissed, our concerns ignored, and our options limited.
That’s why platforms like Health In Her HUE are essential—they give us the knowledge, the resources, and the community to take charge of our health.
✅ Check out the HIHH Community Forum for more information, resources, and support.
Sis, Tanya’s story is a reminder that we don’t have to suffer in silence. Fibroids may be common, but pain should never be normalized.
Through Health In Her HUE, Tanya found:
💛 Education (because understanding your body is the first step to healing)
💛 Community (because no one should go through this alone)
💛 Culturally competent care (because we deserve doctors who see us and hear us)
If you’re struggling with fibroids—or any other reproductive health issue—you are not alone.
✨ Advocate for yourself. Seek the right doctors. Lean on your community.
Your health is your power, and you deserve care that honors you.
✅ Find the support you need on HIHH today. 💛
📖 Want to learn more about the Black women's reproductive health today?
Read: Breaking Barriers: Black Women’s Reproductive & Sexual Health