Shayna Conde

BLACK BABES ABROAD LIVE LINK HERE!

We're talking about how we decluttered our lives and homes in preparation to move abroad and yapping about other stuff :)

If you want to join, hop onto the live @ 9 AM EST OR rewatch it within the next 48 hours on our substack.

LINK TO THE LIVE
open.substack.com/live-stream/79808?r=8j4xx&utm_me…

THIS WEEK'S ARTICLE:
blackbabesabroad.substack.com/p/decluttering-to-mo…

4 days ago | [YT] | 284

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MEDICAL UPDATE:

So I just got back from my appointment and here’s what I now know.

1. The universe has a sick sense of humor because me, a joyfully child free woman, going to a clinic called “happybirth” is beyond ironic. Also, if you’re in Thailand and need to visit somewhere for your uterine health, I can’t recommend this enough! Great staff, the dr I saw explain EVERYTHING in so much detail, and they only hire people with uteruses. Honestly, 10 out of 10.

2. The Dr explained that I don’t have endo, fibroids, cysts, or any of the other very likely theories that were shared in the previous medical post. A blessing and a curse. Her theory is that my uterine lining is on the thicker side and that’s causing the heavy bleeding. After I told her I’m anemic and she like “do you pass out from your period?” And I’m like “sometimes” she’s like ok…. Here’s what I recommend.

3. She recommended either long term birth control or surgery. She talked about her own hysterectomy and the other options. Because of my autoimmune disease, she said that a hysterectomy might be complicated (hormone-wise) for me so I’d need to talk to my neurologist first. While it wasn’t my first choice, it’s looking like long-term birth control might be the answer to my menstrual issues. I’m thinking of getting the implant but we’ll see. I might still have to talk to my neurologist about that, just to make sure the hormones don’t mess with my NMO infusions.

That is all for now 🫡 and I’ll keep you all posted with any updates.

Thank you again for all of your kind words, suggestions, and gifts 😭 YALL ARE THE BEST

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5 days ago | [YT] | 1,220

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UPDATE:
Thank for everyone’s kind words, medical suggestions, and gifts 🥹 I just woke up and will be writing down all your suggestions to ask the doctors and I’ll be taking down my gift app handles. I think there’s enough to cover some follow up Dr visits and I don’t people feeling stressed to donate if they don’t have the money. If anyone is also having menstruation related issues, definitely look through these comments and talk to your doctor about these suggestions (I know I will)!

I’ll keep everyone updated on what the doctors say and HOPEFULLY I can get some relief from what feels like a cursed uterus 🙏

MANY HUGS and I’ll be responding to everyone who donated individually throughout the day 🥹🫂

VULNERABILITY POST:

I think there's something very wrong with my uterus. Like VERY wrong. I've been trapped in my condo for the past 5 days because of the excruciating pain and nonstop nausea. This cycle hasn't even been one of my worst ones. I've been in so much pain that I've vomited while crying. I've bled THROUGH mattresses. Bleach and cleaning products are always running low in my residence. And the worst part is that I know I'm not the only person who has to experience this on a regular basis, who has normalized this.

NONE OF THIS IS NORMAL.

I'm very grateful that I've been able to create income through my journalism and online presence because I literally could not work a 9-5. I'd run out of sick days in 2 months.

All this to say that, now that I'm settled in Thailand, I will be investing in my health and hoping to get a diagnosis and treatment. This, plus my Multiple Sclerosis treatments (technically, I have NMO but I have the same treatments and symptoms as MS so...yea...). It will be significantly less expensive than in the United States, but it could still throw a wrench in my finances if I have to run from doctor to doctor again while paying for everything out of pocket.

All this to say, LITERALLY NO PRESSURE, but if you could share a gift to my CashApp, PayPal, or Venmo, it would be much appreciated! Once again, no pressure if you can't. I know times are hard for a lot of people and I don't want to put anyone in a tough spot financially. My mom always said to ask for help and that the worst someone can say is "no" so I'm practicing.

My first appointment is on Monday and I'll be batching some content in the meantime so I can rest. I'll keep you all posted on how that goes. WISH ME LUCK (aka a clear diagnosis and treatment plan lol).

1 week ago (edited) | [YT] | 955

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I'll be talking about how the government shutdown (and the mayhem around its re-opening) will affect travelers and people hoping to relocate out of the United States on Substack Live today!

If this a conversation you'd like to be a part of, please join me at the link below at 9 AM EST (replays will be available if you can't make it). Stay safe out there!

open.substack.com/live-stream/77210?r=8j4xx&utm_me…

UPDATE: The Substack Live will be posted later today. I'm off to bed! Stay safe and stay informed, my angels :)

1 week ago (edited) | [YT] | 184

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HEY MY ANGELS!

I've read a few comments talking about how the sound quality of some of my videos has gotten a little wonky. I'm trying to fix it and I have no idea what happened since I haven't changed how I've been recording/uploading 🫠🫠🫠

Just want to let you know that I hear you and I'm working on it!

2 weeks ago | [YT] | 208

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I’m just started watching Physical Asia, episode 1, and I’ve got two thoughts:

1. I love how everyone in the show analyzes other people’s bodies in a way that is both respectful and with full knowledge of the labors of strength and discipline it takes to physically achieve what they have created. Like, there’s no making another feel uncomfortable, just admiration.

2. I like that this show lets me shamelessly objectify men ✨ Like yea, large man, pick that up and move out over there. Love the legs. Solid butt. 5 stars on Yelp.

3 weeks ago | [YT] | 224

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I've been getting an increasing amount of messages and emails asking for more moving abroad guidance, especially from community members in the USA. I'm trying to get back to as many people as quickly as possible and (just a reminder) Candace and I do LIVE on YT once a week to answer questions and go through our moving abroad checklist.

We do this every Tuesday (the exact timing depends on our schedules).

This Tuesday, we'll be talking about how to create a timeline for moving abroad. I have the LIVE scheduled on my page, so definitely join the chat if you can :) If you can't, the link will be live for 48 hours so get as much info as you can while it's up!

OH! And here is the link to the article we wrote about how to do this:
substack.com/blackbabesabroad/perfect-moving-abroa…

Ok, I think that's all for now. Stay safe and stay sane out there <3

3 weeks ago | [YT] | 209

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I’m going to say this here so no one can’t say I didn’t warn them:

If I see ONE MORE MAN dm me talking about “I love your work and I’d love to get to know you better” I swear to Apostle Meg the Stallion, I will start replying with my consultation link. You think I talk to men for FUN and for FREEEEE?? IN THIS ECONOMY????

3 weeks ago | [YT] | 1,358

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If you are in NYC this weekend, PLEASE visit this Black-owned cafe for me!! They are the first Black owned cafe to do a collab with a luxury brand in NYC and I really want them to do well 🙏🏾 Also, you get free stuff from La Mer when you purchase a drink!

I’ve included the link to their video and some pictures for reference.

Also, IT’S MY BIRTHDAY WEEKEND 🥳 so if you could uplift a BOB for me, that would be amazing.

LIVELAUGHLOVE YALL

video: www.tiktok.com/t/ZP8AbqfxV/

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1 month ago | [YT] | 408

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Due to some weird tech stuff, the "Finances 101 for Moving Abroad" Live seems to have been hidden from everyone. That being said, Candace and I shared soooo much info in this video and even more in the article. We'll be doing a follow-up conversation on Substack Live (where we have notably fewer tech problems) this Saturday so head over there if you want to be part of the party.

In the meantime, here is our conversation from today!

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