Dried Fruit and Endo: Are They Pain Triggers?As many people with endo know, we often have multiple other health issues, especially ones affecting our guts. In addition to having endo, I have irritable bowel syndrome, also known...reactions4comments
The Biggest Struggle of Life With Chronic FatigueWhile my endometriosis diagnosis was unsurprising, hearing about chronic fatigue rocked my world. Until I read the term on a list of symptoms, I was certain one of my personality...reactions7comments
The Progression of My SymptomsAlthough we understand more about endometriosis all the time, there is still a high rate of underdiagnosis, and doctors do not catch symptoms early enough. My symptoms began at 11...reactionscomments
Making the Invisible Visible GiveawayThis giveaway is now closed. Thank you to everyone that participated! This year, in honor of March's Endometriosis Awareness Month we've partnered with the amazing company Somedays, which has generously...reactionscomments
My Endo Patient Partner's Top Five Ways I Support HerMy partner and I are quite the endo team, even if I do say so myself. When we were first together, I tried my best to support her with endo...reactions6comments
How to Find a Good Endometriosis GynecologistWhen it was time to start seeing a gynecologist, I simply made an appointment with the doctor that my older sister went to. My mind was still trying to wrap...reactions2comments
Managing Pets After SurgeryOur furry, feathered, scaled, and other pet friends can provide comfort, support, and companionship that helps us manage the pain and emotional strain of the chronic illness. But what happens...reactions1comment
Supporting Your Liver for EndometriosisYour liver plays a crucial role in the balance of your hormone levels. The liver is responsible for packaging up used estrogen and delivering it to the gut, ready to...reactions1comment
Giving Yourself IVF MedicationIt seems like everyone I know is struggling to get pregnant. Their heart wants a baby, and for whatever reason, their body is against making it happen. It spans all...reactionscomments
Life as a Working Mom With EndometriosisBeing a mom is hard. It’s the hardest thing we will likely do in life. There’s no manual or rule book. Just when you think you have it figured out...reactionscomments
What Not to Say to Someone After Endometriosis SurgeryHere I am. I am sitting here recovering from my fourth endometriosis surgery. You would think after the first few, it would get easier. But honestly, I feel like it...reactions1comment
My Recovery After Severe Blood LossMy latest period was a bloodbath of epic proportions. This won't sound like an exaggeration if you happen to have endometriosis like me. If you don't live with this condition...reactions3comments
I Tried Meditating For a Month. Here's What I Learned.When I read about how meditation can help some people manage chronic pain, I was dubious. After a month of meditation, I have not 'cured' my ADHD or my endometriosis...reactions1comment
The Importance of Found FamilyMany people with endometriosis struggle with infertility. When I realized that I experienced some of these challenges, I mourned. I wondered why I was sad because I had never planned to...reactionscomments
Endometriosis and Chronic FatigueAs the weather turns for the worst outside, I find myself in the middle of a dog pile in the living room. I am snuggled in with a good blanket...reactions2comments
Rectal Pain and Endometriosis: Here’s What Eased My SymptomsMy bowel movements usually don't hurt on the way to my rectum. It's the pain after I poop that can be an issue. Sorry for these graphic details, but these cramps feel...reactions2comments
Conditions Associated With Endo That You Should Know About to Support Your Partner FullyI've written before about how educating yourself about your endometriosis and your loved ones' symptoms is a great way to support them. It not only gives you a better understanding...reactionscomments
Collateral Damage During Fertility TreatmentsNewly married at 41 years old, and my husband and I wanted a baby. Between my age and my history of endometriosis, I quickly started on fertility treatments and all...reactionscomments
Coping With IncontinenceLast week, I was jamming to Taylor Swift's new album as I surveyed the adult diaper aisle at the grocery store. Out of the corner of my eye, I noticed...reactions3comments
This New Year I’m Focusing on My Mental Health, Not My EndometriosisSeven years ago I got my endometriosis diagnosis. “Not the worse kind, but not the easiest” the doctor said. It would take me a further 18 months to find out...reactionscomments