"You are not a stray. You are a full package, and we are no longer accepting crumbs." Dr. Renaisa Anthony
In this powerful episode, I sit down with the incredible Dr. Renaisa Anthony—Harvard-trained physician, public health advocate, and fierce champion for women and mothers. From growing up in Detroit to leading life-changing initiatives through Momentum Park, Dr. Ren shares her inspiring journey of resilience, identity, and purpose. We dive into what it truly means to embrace every part of our story, the power of community, and why you are not a stray—you are a full package.
Join us for a heartfelt, eye-opening conversation that will challenge the way you see yourself, your past, and your potential.
About Dr. Ren:
Dr. Renisa Anthony is a Harvard-trained physician, also trained at the University of Chicago. She's a public health practitioner and an innovator. This woman, as if that wasn't enough, has founded this incredible organization called Momentum Park as her proclaimed soul work and labor of love after working two decades in the traditional healthcare and academic sectors. Dr. Anthony was born premature to a single mama in one of the poorest zip codes in Detroit and is personally and professionally dedicated to advancing equity and justice. She is also a proud and active fur mama of three Yorkshire Terriers.
Episode Highlights:
[3:15] - Growing up in Detroit & the realities of being a latchkey kid
[7:46] - The life-changing opportunity that shifted her path at 13
[10:59] - Embracing every version of yourself and honoring your journey
[24:20] - A profound lesson on self-worth from a dear friend
[41:12] - A humbling perspective shift from an unexpected teacher
[50:01] - How Momentum Park is redefining support for moms & babies
Resources & Links:
🔗 Learn more about Momentum Park: https://momentumpark.org/ https://www.instagram.com/momentum_park/
🔗 Connect with Dr. Renaisa Anthony: https://www.instagram.com/drrenabossbae/
https://www.facebook.com/renaisa.anthony
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