Being Open about Pain and Discomfort with Your Loved OnesJessica has endometriosis, and Chris is her partner. Together, they battle endometriosis as a team. Jessica and Chris discuss being open with your partner when it comes to pain and...reactions1comment
A Hysterectomy Doesn't Cure EndometriosisAbout four years ago, I had a total hysterectomy for my endometriosis. It’s the best decision I’ve ever made. I felt so much better right after the surgery. Even when...reactionscomments
Letting Go of My Plan to HealI love to have a plan. If there’s a goal or an outcome that I desire, I want a plan to get there. What can I expect, what actions do...reactionscomments
Endometriosis and Fibromyalgia: Dual TreatmentsEndometriosis is a chronic condition in which tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside of the uterus. Additionally, endometriosis can take an average of 4 – 7...reactions2comments
Balancing Career and FamilyI’m a working mom. I’m also the main breadwinner of the family, so I’ve always had to balance my career with my family. That is hard enough at the best...reactionscomments
Nesting for PregnancyNesting typically happens towards the end of pregnancy and is defined as the “overwhelming desire to get your home ready for your new baby” according to the American Pregnancy Association...reactionscomments
What Does Endometriosis Pain Feel Like?Endometriosis pain is debilitating. In fact, according to our 2020 Endometriosis In America survey, 94 percent of respondents have experienced painful periods, 91 percent have experienced abdominal pain or cramping...reactions3comments
The Emotional Roller Coaster that is EndoIt caught me totally off guard. I was in the middle of a road trip, two hours from my destination when I pulled over to get gas. As I was...reactionscomments
Take the Allergies In America Survey!The Allergies In America survey is now closed! More than 50 million Americans are living with allergies. Allergens can take shape in many forms, with widespread and serious effects on...reactionscomments
Advice for Those Newly Diagnosed with EndometriosisFor many women, one of the biggest challenges of endometriosis is the often long, complicated journey to finally finding a name for their collective symptoms. Once you do finally find...reactions2comments
Could Menstrual Leave be Helpful for Endometriosis?You may have heard about menstrual leave in the media. Most recently, an Indian company (Zomato) gained some press from giving menstruating employees 10 days off per year. Menstrual leave...reactions4comments
Your Body is Healthy… but Your Mind is NotThe words stung. My defenses immediately went up. “Your body is healthy, but your mind is not.” What does that even mean? I was filled with so much hope and...reactionscomments
How Hormones Stained My SkinThere are days I like the skin I’m in, but when it comes to my face, I can count them with one hand. For the longest time, I have struggled...reactionscomments
3 Endo-Friendly Snacks to TryJessica has endometriosis and is an endometriosis health coach, and Chris is her partner. Here they outline some of the snacks they eat throughout the day, and why they are...reactionscomments
The Cost of Honesty with Endometriosis“Hey! How are you doing?” If ever there was a landmine lying in wait for unsuspecting victims, this is it. The natural, socially acceptable answer of course, is, “fine,” “good,”...reactionscomments
Community Views: Post-Hysterectomy Pain Life with endometriosis often means dealing with a significant amount of pain. It can strike when you least expect it, and it can greatly impact your quality of life. For...reactionscomments
How I Deal With Night SweatsMy relationship with sleep is a complicated one. I can get oddly excited about slipping into my pajamas, bedtime being one of my favourite parts of the day. Yet, while...reactionscomments
Endometriosis or Adenomyosis - What's the Difference?When I received my endometriosis diagnosis, I had no idea what was to come. Or what could still come. There was not much research and information out there at the...reactionscomments
How Technology Brings Both Convenience and Confusion: Results of the Connected Health SurveySometimes, it feels like we are surrounded by technology. Apps, devices, trackers, and gadgets are everywhere! In this digital age, though, everyone has a different level of comfort using technology...reactionscomments
Endometriosis Doesn't Devalue UsTalking to your partner about endometriosis, or telling a new partner about your chronic illness, is a scary thing. After all, if you suffer from endometriosis, you face a lot...reactionscomments
