Glow Without the Guilt: Your Guide to a Non-Toxic Beauty Routine
Self-care often starts with our beauty routine, but what we apply to our skin doesn’t stop there. Our skin absorbs much of what we put on it, so it is worth considering the impact of those products, especially when fertility and overall health are a concern. Mainstream beauty products often contain chemicals that can disrupt […]
Mary Slessor and Saving Twins in Nigeria: A trip back in history
The late 19th century in parts of Nigeria was a time shrouded in deep-rooted superstitions, particularly concerning fertility and childbirth. Among several ethnic groups in Southern Nigeria, including the Efik, Ibibio, and Igbo people, the birth of twins was not celebrated but feared. Twins were thought to be a bad omen, signaling the presence of […]
IT’S NOT JUST HER! Understanding Male Fertility Issue
As a man, I have noticed that conversations about fertility often centre around women. It’s time we acknowledge that making a baby is a two-player game, and sometimes the glitch is on our side. Yes, gentlemen, I am talking about male infertility, a topic that deserves as much attention as its female counterpart. When couples […]
Is Fertility Declining Among Younger Women: What Science and Data is Saying?
“If a boy touches you, you will get pregnant.” That is what many mothers tell their daughters to keep them away from boys. As we grow older, we are told, “Don’t get pregnant outside of wedlock” or “You can have a career, but don’t wait too long to have kids, you’ll be too old.” These […]
Bump and Fabulous: 6 Tips to Stay Fashionable Whilst Pregnant
Pregnancy is a time of transformation, but it does not mean you have to give up on style. In fact, your growing bump offers an opportunity to experiment with fashion in ways you may never have before. Dressing while pregnant can be both fun and functional, allowing you to stay comfortable while looking chic. Here […]
HELLYNN JUNG: Finding Purpose in the Journey to Motherhood
Hellynn Jung is a Korean-American entrepreneur and fertility advocate who founded Bloom Korea, a medical tourism company specializing in women’s health and fertility. Inspired by her own IVF journey, her mission is to help women around the world access affordable, high quality fertility and medical treatments abroad in Korea. She also launched her YouTube channel […]
Remembering IBIDUNNI Ighodalo: A Legacy of Love, Courage, and Hope
“What you leave behind is not what is engraved in stone monuments, but what is woven into the lives of others.” — Pericles The late Ibidunni Ighodalo was many things; a successful entrepreneur, beauty queen, and, above all, a guiding light for countless families struggling with infertility. Her story is one of courage, empathy, and […]
ISSUE 05
Welcome to Issue 5 of Raising Women Magazine. In this edition, we focus on fertility; a topic that touches many lives in different ways. Our cover star, Hellynn Jung, opens up about her deeply personal IVF journey, offering a glimpse into the emotional and practical realities of fertility treatment.
The Gender Investment Gap: How to Attract Funding for Women-Owned Businesses
In the world of venture capital, it sometimes feels like men are from Mars, women are from Venus, and all the money is stuck on Mars. In today’s business terrain, where women-led startups are launching at an unprecedented rate, the gender investment gap remains a stark reality. The World Economic Forum highlights that less than […]
Aruwa Capital Management: Closing the Gender Funding Gap in Africa
In the global and national investment landscape, women-owned businesses face a significant funding gap that has persisted despite growing recognition of the economic potential of female entrepreneurs. According to a 2021 report by the International Finance Corporation (IFC), women-led businesses receive only 7% of private equity and venture capital funding globally, despite evidence that gender-diverse […]