"It is hard to fathom how much of my life I’ve wasted striving for this patchwork of appearance ideals. Now at 26 years old, it still takes so much effort to unlearn these deeply ingrained beliefs," writes Jeanette Chan.
In 2020 I had surgery and afterwards I wrote, ‘Your body is your home and your future, so get all of the damn checks. Listen to your gut if you think something’s not right’. In 2024 I listened to my gut.
Intersectional inclusion is a progressive practice, not a one-time act. It’s a commitment to evolving your understanding and pushing for systemic change.
From concerns that many women with diverse skin tones commonly have (such as hyperpigmentation), to the most rewarding aspects of her job, Dr Lee-Mei Yap opens up to Missing Perspectives.
To mark Perinatal Mental Health Week, we're platforming stories from incredible women who are bravely sharing their stories in the hopes of driving awareness.
