Just Jenn: A Woman’s Health Podcast

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Presented by Hancock Health, Just Jenn is one woman’s unapologetic take on women’s health. Hosted by Jenn, a healthcare executive (not a doctor), who’s seen how culture and systems affect women's health, this podcast brings honesty and humor to hard conversations. Jenn and her guests, from colleagues to friends to women’s health providers, shed light on health questions and issues that affect all women. Fierce, funny, and fiery, Jenn brings the taboo topics out into the open so women everywhere know they’re not alone. thisisjustjenn.substack.com

  1. 2d ago

    The Pressure to Have Kids

    Pressure is interesting, because it rarely announces itself as pressure. Today, we’re having a conversation that unpacks that pressure and deconstructs the idea that there’s one “right” timeline or path we’re supposed to follow. Wherever you are in this conversation — wanting kids, not wanting kids, grieving kids, raising kids — you’re in good company. My guest today is Shanelle Bender a licensed clinical social worker with the Hancock Health Connection Center Specifically this episode highlights:  - Resources provided by the Hancock Health Connection Center - What outside pressures women face in their life - Boundary-setting exercises and tactics - How to navigate tough and vulnerable conversations Episode Timestamps [0:55] - Topic Intro - Pressure to Have Kids [3:52] - Guest Interview with Shanelle Bender, LCSW [54:55] - Final Thoughts MENTIONED LINKS & RESOURCES  Learn more about Shanelle Bender, LCSW: https://www.hancockhealth.org/doctor/shanelle-bender-lcsw/  Learn more about the Connection Center at Hancock Health: https://www.hancockhealth.org/wellness-education/connection-center/  Learn more about Counseling at Hancock Health: https://www.hancockhealth.org/healthcare-service/counseling/  Just Jenn Blog - Season 01 Episode 02 - The Mental Load is Real: https://thisisjustjenn.substack.com/p/the-mental-load-is-real  Just Jenn Blog - Season 01 Episode 04 - Your Friend Group Feels LIke a Lifeline Because It Is: https://thisisjustjenn.substack.com/p/your-friend-group-feels-like-a-lifeline  Mayo Clinic Care Network Health Library Resource - Mental Health: Know When to Get Help: https://www.hancockhealth.org/mayo-health-library/mental-health-know-when-to-get-help/  Learn more about Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) : https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3877861/  Hancock Health - Women’s Health Built for the Whole You: https://www.hancockhealth.org/just-jenn/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thisisjustjenn.substack.com

    59 min
  2. Navigating Infertility

    Jun 16

    Navigating Infertility

    Today, we’re diving into one of the more emotionally complex topics out there: infertility. If you’ve ever been trying to get pregnant and wondered, “Is this normal? Should I be worried? When do I call a doctor?” you’re not alone. My guest today is Dr. Audrey Martin. Dr. Martin is an OBGYN at Hancock Health, helping women navigate their own reproductive journeys.   Specifically this episode highlights:  - Definition of infertility  - Ways to support someone facing infertility - Step to take if you’re facing infertility - Support after a miscarriage Episode Timestamps [1:25] - Infertility Topic Intro [3:55] - Guest Interview with Dr. Martin [28:45] - Final Thoughts MENTIONED LINKS & RESOURCES  Experienced a loss? Find Support Resources here for moms and dads: https://postpartum.net/  Learn more about Dr. Audrey Martin: https://www.hancockhealth.org/doctor/audrey-martin-do/  Learn more about OBGYN at Hancock Health: https://www.hancockhealth.org/healthcare-service/obgyn-pelvic-health/  Learn more about Labs & Screenings available at Gateway Hancock Health: https://www.gatewayhancockhealth.org/healthcare-service/labs/  Just Jenn Blog - Season 01 Episode 05 - Advocating for Yourself 101: https://thisisjustjenn.substack.com/p/advocating-for-yourself-101  Mayo Clinic Care Network Health Library Resource - Infertility: https://www.hancockhealth.org/mayo-health-library/infertility/  Hancock Health - Women’s Health Built for the Whole You: https://www.hancockhealth.org/just-jenn/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thisisjustjenn.substack.com

    32 min
  3. Dealing with Diet Culture

    Jun 9

    Dealing with Diet Culture

    For women especially, diet culture often starts young and follows us through every stage of life—puberty, pregnancy, postpartum, menopause, and beyond. That’s why we didn’t want this to just be a cultural conversation. Listen in to understand what decades of dieting and food guilt actually do — not just emotionally, but physically. My guest today is Dr. Rudo Mashindi. Dr. Mashinidi is a family physician at Hancock Health, working with women at all stages of life. Specifically this episode highlights: * How we’re impacted by diet culture in today’s society * Ways to think about weight in a healthy way * How metabolism changes in women as we age * Unhealthy diet habits & eating disorders * How to work with your health providers to monitor and manage weight Episode Timestamps [2:30] - Diet Culture Topic Intro [6:36] - Guest Interview with Dr. Mashindi [54:38] - Final Thoughts MENTIONED LINKS & RESOURCES We want to hear from you! Submit your mailbag questions here: justjennunfiltered@gmail.com Learn more about Dr. Rudo Mashindi https://www.hancockhealth.org/doctor/rudo-mashindi-md/ Learn more about Family Medicine at Gateway Hancock Health https://www.gatewayhancockhealth.org/healthcare-service/family-medicine/ Learn more about Wellness at Hancock Health https://www.hancockhealth.org/wellness-education/ Hancock Health - Day in the Life of an Exercise Specialist https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ScFx7HBjXo&list=PLvxgtlzFUFz8MvwFTphLaAJ1mIET0N7lT&index=18  Just Jenn Blog - Season 02 Episode 05 - Let’s Talk Menopause, Midlife Weight Gain https://thisisjustjenn.substack.com/p/lets-talk-menopause-part-4-midlife  Just Jenn Blog - Season 02 Episode 08 - Preventative Health Isn’t About Being Perfect https://thisisjustjenn.substack.com/p/preventative-health-isnt-about-being  Psychology Today - Why Dieting is Bad for Your Mental Health - https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/eating-disorder-recovery/202410/why-dieting-is-bad-for-your-mental-health Hancock Health - Women’s Health Built for the Whole You: https://www.hancockhealth.org/just-jenn/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thisisjustjenn.substack.com

    59 min

  4. May 26

    How to Make Confident Decisions about Undergoing Surgery

    When considering surgery, it can be easy to feel overwhelmed. Today, we're not just talking about whether surgery is recommended. We’re talking about making a decision in a way that feels informed. Grounded. Like the options are clear and the decision belongs to you.  My guest today is Dr. Amelie Medley. Dr. Medley is a general surgeon at Hancock Health, working with women at all stages of life.  Specifically this episode highlights:  - How to know if surgery is truly necessary versus optional - What questions to ask (urgency, risks, alternatives, recovery expectations) - How to weigh benefits vs. risks in a way that feels personal and grounded - What robotic-assisted surgery is and how it compares to traditional methods - How to seek second opinions MENTIONED LINKS & RESOURCES  We want to hear from you! Submit your mailbag questions here: justjennunfiltered@gmail.com  Learn more about Dr. Amelie Medley  https://www.hancockhealth.org/doctor/amelie-medley-md/  Learn more about Hancock’s Surgery Center https://www.hancockhealth.org/healthcare-service/general-surgery/ Surgical Site Infection Prevention from the CDC https://www.cdc.gov/infection-control/hcp/surgical-site-infection/index.html  Hancock Health Video - Why Can’t I Eat Before Surgery?  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6-tJCLyGdlI&list=PLvxgtlzFUFz98eNym78kedeVs_oeEbg7i&index=3 Hancock Health Video - Robotic Assisted Surgical Technology https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lBRJ-3WWxMA&t=3s  Mayo Clinic Care Network Health Library Resource - Minimally Invasive Surgery https://www.hancockhealth.org/mayo-health-library/minimally-invasive-surgery/  Hancock Health - Women’s Health Built for the Whole You: https://www.hancockhealth.org/just-jenn/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thisisjustjenn.substack.com

    35 min
  5. Getting Over Embarrassment in the Exam Room

    May 19

    Getting Over Embarrassment in the Exam Room

    Here’s an uncomfortable truth: some doctor’s appointments are going to feel awkward.  In this episode, we’re leaning in to talk about that embarrassment from a clinical point of view. We’re discussing why talking about body parts and functions can feel so weird or abnormal or just plain hard to vocalize the question.  . My guest today is Angela Trackwell, nurse practitioner with Gateway Family Medicine.  Specifically this episode highlights:  - Common embarrassing topics (that are actually quite common in the exam room) - A clinician’s perspective and tips to bring up hard topics - What to expect from your clinician during an exam MENTIONED LINKS & RESOURCES  We want to hear from you! Submit your mailbag questions here: justjennunfiltered@gmail.com  Learn more about Angela Trackwell, NP  https://www.hancockhealth.org/doctor/angela-trackwell-np/  Learn more about Family Medicine at Hancock Health’s Gateway Center https://www.gatewayhancockhealth.org/healthcare-service/family-medicine/  Preventative Care Guidelines from the CDC https://www.cdc.gov/chronic-disease/prevention/preventive-care.html  Just Jenn Blog - Season 02 Episode 09 - Decoding Common Labs https://thisisjustjenn.substack.com/p/decoding-common-labs Hancock Health Blog - What is Primary Care and Why It Matters More Than You Think: https://www.hancockhealth.org/2025/07/what-is-primary-care-and-why-it-matters-more-than-you-think/ Hancock Health Blog - Essential Appointments to Make: https://www.gatewayhancockhealth.org/2025/06/5-essential-medical-appointments-to-make-this-fall/  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thisisjustjenn.substack.com

    36 min
  6. Breast Changes Women Should Never Ignore

    May 12

    Breast Changes Women Should Never Ignore

    Today is all about breasts. Boobs. Ta-tas. The girls. Whatever you call them, we all have a name for them.  In this episode, we’re sitting down with a breast health provider to talk about the changes women should pay attention to. We’re chatting about what’s common, what’s worth watching, and what deserves a conversation. My guest today is Calee Hochstedler, a nurse practitioner with the High Risk Breast Clinic at Hancock Health. Specifically this episode highlights:  - Common symptoms and signs to watch out for on your breasts - What to expect during a clinical breast exam - Ways to schedule an appointment and start a conversation with your primary care provider MENTIONED LINKS & RESOURCES  We want to hear from you! Submit your mailbag questions here: justjennunfiltered@gmail.com  Learn more about Calee Hochstedler, NP  https://www.hancockhealth.org/doctor/calee-hochstedler-np/  Learn more about breast health services at Hancock Health https://www.hancockhealth.org/healthcare-service/breast-health/  Learn about the High Risk Breast Clinic at Hancock Health  https://www.hancockhealth.org/2024/12/hancock-healths-high-risk-breast-clinic-is-your-breast-friend/  Mayo Clinic Care Network Health Library Resource - Dense Breast Tissue https://www.hancockhealth.org/mayo-health-library/dense-breast-tissue-what-it-means-to-have-dense-breasts/  Just Jenn Blog - Season 01 Episode 03 - The Symptom You Shouldn’t Ignore - One Women’s Story  https://thisisjustjenn.substack.com/p/the-symptom-you-shouldnt-ignore-one  Hancock Health Blog - Breast Health is a Year-Round Priority: https://www.hancockhealth.org/2023/10/breast-health-is-a-year-round-priority/  Hancock Health - Women’s Health Built for the Whole You: https://www.hancockhealth.org/just-jenn/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thisisjustjenn.substack.com

    21 min
  7. Decoding Common Labs

    May 5

    Decoding Common Labs

    There are few things more overwhelming than opening your patient portal and seeing a bunch of numbers, letters, and ranges and being told they’re either normal or abnormal, without knowing what that specifically means for you. Today’s conversation is about taking the mystery out of common lab work. We’re discussing what labs are and how they provide critical trend data for your health and well-being.  My guest today is Angela Trackwell, a nurse practitioner at Gateway Hancock Health for Family Medicine and Primary Care. Specifically this episode highlights:  - Common labs ordered as part of preventative care - Common misunderstandings when it comes to lab work - Things to keep in mind about lab results - How labs fit into a patient’s health plan - Ways to schedule an appointment and start a conversation with your primary care provider MENTIONED LINKS & RESOURCES  We want to hear from you! Submit your mailbag questions here: justjennunfiltered@gmail.com  Learn more about Angela Trackwell, NP  https://www.hancockhealth.org/doctor/angela-trackwell-np/  Learn more about Family Medicine at Hancock Health’s Gateway Center https://www.gatewayhancockhealth.org/healthcare-service/family-medicine/  Labs & Pathology at Hancock Health  https://www.hancockhealth.org/healthcare-service/labs-pathology/  Preventative Care Guidelines from the CDC https://www.cdc.gov/chronic-disease/prevention/preventive-care.html  Just Jenn Blog - Season 02 Episode 08 - Preventative Health Isn’t About Being Perfect https://thisisjustjenn.substack.com/p/preventative-health-isnt-about-being Hancock Health Blog - What is Primary Care and Why It Matters More Than You Think: https://www.hancockhealth.org/2025/07/what-is-primary-care-and-why-it-matters-more-than-you-think/ Hancock Health Blog - Essential Appointments to Make: https://www.gatewayhancockhealth.org/2025/06/5-essential-medical-appointments-to-make-this-fall/  Hancock Health - Women’s Health Built for the Whole You: https://www.hancockhealth.org/just-jenn/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thisisjustjenn.substack.com

    38 min
  8. Preventative Health Isn’t About Being Perfect

    Apr 28

    Preventative Health Isn’t About Being Perfect

    Preventive health is not glamorous. No one is casually texting their friends like, “Just scheduled my screenings. Feeling unstoppable.” Which is exactly why we’re discussing it today. Because these preventative care appointments do matter, especially in midlife when routine screenings can help identify changes in our body early. We talk about all of it from STDs to dental checks to colonoscopies. This is a series that encourages you to show up and make that appointment and ask the questions. My guest today is Dr. Rudo Mashindi. Dr. Mashinidi is a family physician at Hancock Health, working with women at all stages of life. .  Specifically this episode highlights:  - Why are we talking about preventative health? - Most important screenings from a preventative health standpoint - How to communicate with your primary care doctor MENTIONED LINKS & RESOURCES  Learn more about Dr. Rudo Mashindi: https://www.hancockhealth.org/doctor/rudo-mashindi-md/  Learn more about screenings at Hancock Health’s Gateway Center: https://www.gatewayhancockhealth.org/healthcare-service/labs/  Preventative Care Guidelines from the CDC: https://www.cdc.gov/chronic-disease/prevention/preventive-care.html  Just Jenn Blog - Season 02 Episode 05 - Let’s Talk Menopause Part 5, Midlife Weight Gain: https://thisisjustjenn.substack.com/p/lets-talk-menopause-part-4-midlife Hancock Health Blog - 10 Health Care Appointments You Should Consider Making This Year: https://www.hancockhealth.org/2022/12/10-health-care-appointments-you-should-consider-making-this-year/ Hancock Health Blog - What is Primary Care and Why It Matters More Than You Think: https://www.hancockhealth.org/2025/07/what-is-primary-care-and-why-it-matters-more-than-you-think/ Hancock Health Blog - Preventative Health Screenings: https://www.gatewayhancockhealth.org/2023/10/preventative-health-screenings/  Hancock Health - Women’s Health Built for the Whole You: https://www.hancockhealth.org/just-jenn/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thisisjustjenn.substack.com

    45 min
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Presented by Hancock Health, Just Jenn is one woman’s unapologetic take on women’s health. Hosted by Jenn, a healthcare executive (not a doctor), who’s seen how culture and systems affect women's health, this podcast brings honesty and humor to hard conversations. Jenn and her guests, from colleagues to friends to women’s health providers, shed light on health questions and issues that affect all women. Fierce, funny, and fiery, Jenn brings the taboo topics out into the open so women everywhere know they’re not alone. thisisjustjenn.substack.com

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