49 episodes
Empowered Explant Darnah Mercieca
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5.0 • 30 Ratings
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Are you preparing to explant? An explant warrior in healing? Or still figuring out if you want to remove your breast implants? No matter where you are on your journey, you’re in the right place. Each week, we’ll bring you expert interviews, conversations with women about their experiences, and explant tips from your host Darnah Mercieca – with topics covering everything from capsules to confidence! Darnah is a board-certified health and wellness coach specializing in integrative nutrition and mindset. A sufferer of breast implant illness, she had explant surgery in November 2021. Now healed, with BII symptoms gone, she is dedicating her experience and expertise to supporting women on their explant journeys. You can help us raise awareness by hitting subscribe and leaving a review! Interviews and sponsorships email: podcast@empoweredexplant.com.
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A holiday message and PSA for my breasties!
A little holiday message and update! Wishing you all the most beautiful Christmas and holiday season, breastie! The podcast will be back with all new episodes in 2024! Until then, join the Empowered Explant facebook group and reach out to me on the links below:
Links and resources:
Empowered Explant Website Resources
www.empoweredexplant.com/resources
DM me on Instagram: @darnahmercieca
For coaching and support before or after surgery, email me!
darnah@empoweredexplant.com
Please help us be heard and raise awareness:
Subscribe to the show Rate and review Share with your friends Let's connect!
Join the Empowered Explant Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/empoweredexplant
Connect with Darnah on Instagram: @darnahmercieca
Interviews and sponsorships email: podcast@empoweredexplant.com
Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/ilya-kuznetsov/anticipation
Disclaimer: This podcast does not constitute medical or mental health advice. Darnah is not a medical practitioner. She shares from personal experience, research, and conversations with other people. If you are experiencing symptoms, pain, post-surgery complications, or mental health concerns, please seek care from your medical provider or surgeon. -
Heal your whole self with QiGong: Interview with Chris and Parisa Shelton
This powerful practice of QiGong can help you heal physically and emotionally, detoxify your body, and support your health both before and after your explant surgery. Chris and Parisa Shelton are QiGong and Chinese Medicine practitioners, co-founders of the Morning Crane Healing Arts Center, qigongteachertraining.com, and The Qi Club. Collectively they have 50 years of experience helping thousands of people around the world reclaim their health, including celebrities and professional athletes.
Links and resources:
Get a free meditation from Shelton QiGong:
https://sheltonqigong.com/center-and-balance/
Check out The Qi Club here:
https://theqiclub.com/
Grab a copy of Chris Shelton’s book:
QiGong for Self-Refinement
Connect with Chris Shelton on social media below:
TikTok: @chris_shelton_qigong
Instagram: @chrissheltonqigong
YouTube: @chrissheltonqigong
Please help us be heard and raise awareness:
Subscribe to the show Rate and review Share with your friends Let's connect!
Join the Empowered Explant Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/empoweredexplant
Connect with Darnah on Instagram: @darnahmercieca
Interviews and sponsorships email: podcast@empoweredexplant.com
Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/ilya-kuznetsov/anticipation
Disclaimer: This podcast does not constitute medical or mental health advice. Darnah is not a medical practitioner. She shares from personal experience, research, and conversations with other people. If you are experiencing symptoms, pain, post-surgery complications, or mental health concerns, please seek care from your medical provider or surgeon. -
Healing Gratitude Meditation for Breath, Body, and Mind
Gratitude is my favorite upper! It raises your entire frequency and has the power to change so much in your life.
Really, studies show it can improve your physical and mental health and wellbeing.
A daily gratitude practice is a must on your explant journey!
Start by writing 3 things you are grateful for each day, either in the morning or at night, whichever works best for you. Be consistent. Watch the magic (and science) unfold.
Oh, and listen to this guided gratitude meditation to get your thankful juices flowing!
Please help us be heard and raise awareness:
Subscribe to the show Rate and review Share with your friends Let's connect!
Join the Empowered Explant Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/empoweredexplant
Connect with Darnah on Instagram: @darnahmercieca
Interviews and sponsorships email: podcast@empoweredexplant.com
Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/ilya-kuznetsov/anticipation
Disclaimer: This podcast does not constitute medical or mental health advice. Darnah is not a medical practitioner. She shares from personal experience, research, and conversations with other people. If you are experiencing symptoms, pain, post-surgery complications, or mental health concerns, please seek care from your medical provider or surgeon. -
What to expect during explant surgery recovery
There are so many questions…
How long will recovery take?
What are my limitations?
Will I need someone to look after me?
When can I go back to work?
When can I exercise again?
How much pain will I feel?
How long do the drains stay in?
In this episode, I cover the top 10 things you can almost certainly expect and plan for during your explant surgery recovery.
Links and resources:
Explant recovery activities list
Free Healing Smoothies Guide
smoothies.empoweredexplant.com
Empowered Explant Website Resources
www.empoweredexplant.com/resources
For coaching and support before or after surgery, email me!
darnah@empoweredexplant.comPlease help us be heard and raise awareness:
Subscribe to the show Rate and review Share with your friends Let's connect!
Join the Empowered Explant Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/empoweredexplant
Connect with Darnah on Instagram: @darnahmercieca
Interviews and sponsorships email: podcast@empoweredexplant.com
Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/ilya-kuznetsov/anticipation
Disclaimer: This podcast does not constitute medical or mental health advice. Darnah is not a medical practitioner. She shares from personal experience, research, and conversations with other people. If you are experiencing symptoms, pain, post-surgery complications, or mental health concerns, please seek care from your medical provider or surgeon. -
Full Interview with Explant Surgeon, Dr. Dev Vibhakar + My Explantiversary Celebration!
Listen to the full interview with my explant surgeon, Dr. Dev Vinhakar, recorded live on my 2-year explantiversary and the Empowered Explant podcast’s 1st birthday - 11/11!
He answers so many important questions, including:
What determines whether someone needs a lift or not?Is fat transfer a safe alternative for more volume?Does a breast lift affect nipple sensitivity?How dangerous is breast implant rupture?Why are drains important?What should patients do to prepare for surgery?What should women do after surgery during recovery?What is fluffing?What is the difference between removing implants over or under the muscle?What happens if some capsule is left behind?And more!!
Also, don’t miss the 11 Days of Christmas Podcast Review Giveaway!
With 11 amazing gifts and a Grand Prize valued at $787.
Details here: www.empoweredexplant.com/reviewgiveaway
Links and resources:
Connect with Dr. Dev and his team:
Instagram: @drdevvdo + @peaceloveandplasticsurgery
Email: beatriz@aquaplasticsurgery.com
Website: https://aquaplasticsurgery.com/about/meet-dr-vibhakar/
Download the 33 Step Explant Planning Checklist
Checklist.empoweredexplant.com
Get the explant resources you need here:
www.empoweredexplant.com
Need a coach? I’m your in corner. Reach out to me:
darnah@empoweredexplant.com
Please help us be heard and raise awareness:
Subscribe to the show Rate and review Share with your friends Let's connect!
Join the Empowered Explant Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/empoweredexplant
Connect with Darnah on Instagram: @darnahmercieca
Interviews and sponsorships email: podcast@empoweredexplant.com
Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/ilya-kuznetsov/anticipation
Disclaimer: This podcast does not constitute medical or mental health advice. Darnah is not a medical practitioner. She shares from personal experience, research, and conversations with other people. If you are experiencing symptoms, pain, post-surgery complications, or mental health concerns, please seek care from your medical provider or surgeon. -
When Should I Start Detoxing?
In this episode I answer one of the top questions asked by women removing their breast implants – When should I start detoxing?
I break my recommended detoxification process down into 4 phases and give you the general recommended timelines for each, although it’s important to keep in mind that this is an individualized journey and I recommend you get advice from your healthcare provider, surgeon, and most importantly listen to your body!
Links and resources:
Want my detox protocol? Click the link below and I’ll send you the details.
detox.empoweredexplant.com
Join the LIVE event and interview with Dr. Dev on Saturday 11/11
RSVP here: https://fb.me/e/9ADBxKFe9
Please help us be heard and raise awareness:
Subscribe to the show Rate and review Share with your friends Let's connect!
Join the Empowered Explant Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/empoweredexplant
Connect with Darnah on Instagram: @darnahmercieca
Interviews and sponsorships email: podcast@empoweredexplant.com
Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/ilya-kuznetsov/anticipation
Disclaimer: This podcast does not constitute medical or mental health advice. Darnah is not a medical practitioner. She shares from personal experience, research, and conversations with other people. If you are experiencing symptoms, pain, post-surgery complications, or mental health concerns, please seek care from your medical provider or surgeon.
Customer Reviews
Really Informative
I found the Facebook group first, right after my surgery and have been so grateful of the information and support I’ve found. Listening to the podcasts have been even more helpful, it’s hard going through this but having the education and support from both platforms is priceless.
A compassionate journey to health and empowerment!!
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
I am thrilled to share my heartfelt appreciation for the Empowered Explant podcast, an incredible resource that has profoundly impacted my journey towards health and empowerment. From the very first episode, I was captivated by the authenticity and vulnerability of the hosts and guests.
Empowered Explant offers a unique and compassionate perspective on breast implant removal, creating a safe space for individuals considering or undergoing explant surgery. The podcast delves deep into the physical, emotional, and mental aspects of the explant journey, providing invaluable insights from experts in the field.
What sets Empowered Explant apart is its empathetic approach. The hosts navigate each topic with understanding, addressing the concerns and fears that many may be experiencing. The diversity of stories shared on the podcast illustrates that no two journeys are the same, fostering a sense of community within the Empowered Explant audience.
The production quality is exceptional, making each episode engaging and informative. The team's commitment to providing accurate information makes this podcast a reliable and trustworthy resource for anyone navigating the world of explant surgery and post-removal recovery.
As I reflect on the impact Empowered Explant has had on my life, I am grateful for the knowledge, support, and inspiration gained from this podcast. It has been a guiding light during a significant chapter of my life, and I eagerly look forward to continuing this journey of health and empowerment with the podcast as my companion.
Thank you, Empowered Explant, for being a beacon of light and a source of strength for all of us on this transformative path. Here's to many more years of empowerment, education, and community building!
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So much support
I have struggled to find REAL support in my journey to explant and I have found that and so much more in Darnah’s podcast! Educational, inspirational, supportive… thank you so much for this!