Empowered Explant

Darnah Mercieca
Empowered Explant

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. 

  1. 12/04/2024

    If what you see in the mirror after explant surgery scares you, DO THIS!

    Feeling uncertain and self-conscious after explant surgery? You're not alone.  Together, we'll unravel five transformative steps you can take action on immediately, all designed to help you embrace your body's changes with confidence and optimism. As we navigate this path, we’ll explore how self-compassion and patience are not just ideals but daily practices that can significantly enhance your healing journey. Links and resources: Download 44 Healing Affirmations: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1fSH8BTY8qoxiDWa3wozj0AaeQlvJSRW2/view?usp=sharing Listen to this episode about breast healing and fluffing: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2073651/episodes/15235081 Empowered Explant Website Resources https://www.empoweredexplant.com/resources For coaching and support before or after surgery, visit: http://empoweredexplant.com/support 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.

    29 min

  2. 11/19/2024

    Do These 5 Things to Prepare for Breast Implant Removal: Your Ultimate Pre-Surgery Protocol

    Watch on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/yZv3psDV3Fg Ready to transform your pre-surgery experience? Discover my five-step protocol to prepare for breast implant removal, ensuring not just a physical transition but a mental and emotional readiness as well. We’ll explore the essential practices of nutrition, exercise, toxin reduction, and practical planning, all encapsulated within our comprehensive 59-page guide designed to empower and ease your surgical journey. This episode promises to equip you with the knowledge and tools to boost your body's healing potential and manage stress effectively, setting the stage for a smoother recovery process. With the guiding mantra, "control what you can, surrender the rest," we'll share strategies to focus on emotional well-being and healing. For those seeking a holistic approach, our detailed digital guide offers everything from checklists to FAQs, ensuring that you feel calm, collected, and fully prepared for this important journey. Join us in creating a stress-free, empowering experience as you prepare for breast implant removal. Links and Resources: Grab your Pre-Surgery Protocol + surgery day checklist here: https://presurgery.empoweredexplant.com Find tons of free resources on the Empowered Explant website here: https://www.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.

    26 min

  3. 11/13/2024

    3 Years Breast Implant Free! Here are my biggest lessons so far.

    Transformative journeys often start with a single, courageous decision. Three years ago, I made the choice to remove my breast implants—a decision that profoundly altered my health, self-worth, and understanding of beauty. Join me as I share personal reflections on stepping away from superficial beauty habits like Botox and acrylic nails, and embracing a more natural lifestyle. This episode is not just a celebration of living implant-free but an exploration into how redefining beauty standards and focusing on long-term well-being can lead to true confidence and happiness from within. Whether you're considering explant surgery or navigating your own path to self-healing, my experiences offer insights and encouragement to embrace your own journey of transformation. Links and Resources: 5 Step Pre-Surgery Protocol: https://presurgery.empoweredexplant.com Empowered Explant website resources page: https://www.empoweredexplant.com/resources Love Lexxi Bra (use code DARNAH10 for discount): https://lovelexxi.com/?sca_ref=4859367.nhgqwk49pLPlease 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.

    26 min

  4. 10/30/2024

    My Unexpected Standoff with a Plastic Surgeon at a Weekend BBQ: Breast Implant Risk vs Reward

    Who needs a shrink when you could have a boob job? Join me in this conversation as I decompress after an unexpected encounter with a plastic surgeon at a weekend BBQ that unfolded into a spirited discussion about breast implants, explant surgery, and breast implant illness (BII). This episode explores the psychological motivations behind seeking plastic surgery and highlights the importance of awareness and transparency in surgical consultations. Our dialogue peels back the layers of the emotional and physical journey many women face when deciding on breast implants. We confront the initial allure and confidence boost these procedures offer, juxtaposed with the troubling long-term health concerns that can arise. Despite differing views on risk vs reward, the conversation with the surgeon serves as a reminder of the importance of informed decision-making. What do you think? I invite you to share your thoughts on this episode and your experiences speaking with surgeons about BII and implant risks. Shoot me a DM on IG or come chat in the Empowered Explant facebook group. I also appreciate your advocacy! Share this episode so this message can reach more women who need to hear it! Resources and Links BII Information, FDA Recommendations + tons more, visit: https://www.empoweredexplant.com/resources 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.

    49 min

  5. 10/22/2024

    Empowering Your Mastectomy Journey: Erica's Inspiring Story of Choice and Resilience

    Erica Newbert Campbell, a breast cancer survivor and author of "The Mastectomy I Always Wanted," joins us to share her powerful personal journey. Through her candid storytelling, Erica illuminates the difficult decisions she faced following her diagnosis, including the choice of undergoing breast reconstruction with implants. Her narrative does more than recount her journey; it opens a dialogue about the importance of normalizing conversations around breast cancer and the emotional complexities that accompany treatment options. From the moment of receiving her diagnosis, Erica takes us through the emotional upheaval and practical challenges that follow. She reflects on the fear, anxiety, and the trust she placed in her medical team as she navigated through options between a lumpectomy and mastectomy. Erica also highlights the importance of feeling empowered by choice, especially when the path is fraught with daunting decisions concerning identity and beauty. Her inspiration draws connections to public figures like Angelina Jolie, emphasizing the transformative power of rewriting personal narratives. Through stories of connection and hope, Erica shares the motivation behind her book, which started as an unexpected journey of solidarity and support. The unique cover design of her memoir symbolizes the deep genetic and personal connections shared with her mother and countless others on a similar journey. Erica's guiding principles—never give up, you are not alone, and trust the process—are glimmers of resilience. Join us for a conversation filled with humor, authenticity, and the powerful reminder that storytelling can inspire and empower us to face life's challenges with confidence and grace. Links and resources: Get Erica’s book on Amazon: “The Mastectomy I Always Wanted” Check out Erica’s website: https://www.ericanewbertcampbell.com Connect with Erica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erica.n.campbell/ 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.

    59 min

  6. 10/15/2024

    “Do you miss your breast implants?”–Here’s my honest answer.

    The question that brought tears to my eyes in my live Q&A. “Do you miss your breast implants?” It’s the first time I’ve talked about this in 3 years since my explant surgery. Here’s my honest answer. Links and resources: Catch the live Q&A replay here: https://youtube.com/live/QmNEvvFapTc  Listen to episode 57: The Best Way to Ease Anxiety & Mentally Prepare for Explant Surgery—In 10 Simple Steps! https://www.buzzsprout.com/2073651/episodes/15845904  Join the Empowered Explant Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/empoweredexplant Get coaching support from me: www.empoweredexplant.com/supportPlease 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.

    21 min

  7. 10/09/2024

    The Ultimate Anti-Inflammatory Diet for Explant Surgery: Foods to Eat & Avoid for a Speedy Recovery!

    In this episode, I’m breaking down exactly what to eat and avoid before your explant surgery to reduce inflammation and speed up recovery. Whether you’re prepping months in advance or just a few weeks out, these anti-inflammatory diet tips will help your body heal better and faster. I’ll walk you through my personal recommendations for foods to embrace and the ones to ditch. Ready to give your body the best chance for success? Let’s dive in! Links and resources: Get your Anti-Inflammatory Diet Cheat Sheet here: eatlist.empoweredexplant.com/  Get Your Free Explant Planning Checklist: checklist.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.

    25 min

  8. 10/01/2024

    The Best Way to Ease Anxiety & Mentally Prepare for Explant Surgery—In 10 Simple Steps!

    What if you could alleviate the anxiety surrounding your explant surgery and face the procedure with more calm and confidence? This journey is as much an emotional one as it is physical.  Join me as I share essential strategies to mentally prepare for explant surgery. This episode equips you with powerful yet simple tools to ease your nervous system, boost your confidence, and harness the mind-body connection for a smoother recovery.  Links and resources: Get Your Free Explant Planning Checklist: checklist.empoweredexplant.com  Download 44 Healing Affirmations: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1fSH8BTY8qoxiDWa3wozj0AaeQlvJSRW2/view?usp=sharing Empowered Explant Website Resources www.empoweredexplant.com/resources 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.

    30 min
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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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  • Creator
    Darnah Mercieca
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2024
  • Episodes
    65
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2025 Empowered Explant
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