Traveling With Endo, Dysautonomia, and MCASFor the past six months, I have been traveling. A follow-up doctor's appointment in the first few weeks confirmed I have dysautonomia and mast cell activation syndrome. This is not... By Jessica Duffin, WHC3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Lighten the Load With Chronic PainPain is exhausting. It’s exhausting physically, mentally, and emotionally. Yet here we are, living with chronic pain. We still want to enjoy our life, but it’s easy to lose motivation... By Alene L. Brennan, RYT2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
You Never Know What’s Happening When You’re Only Seeing the Highlight ReelFirst comes love, then comes marriage, then comes the baby in the baby carriage. Babies, babies, babies. The American dream to some, it seems. As the world has planned, once... By Amber Blackburn, RN3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Endometriosis and Setting Boundaries Around the HolidaysThat time of year is upon us. The time when we should be jolly, happy, and enjoying all the holiday cheer. But when you are living with a chronic illness... By Kimberli Davino4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
How to Stay Well HydratedI’ve struggled for years with being able to stay hydrated. Now that I’m back in Colorado with the higher elevation and dryer climate, it’s even more important to keep up... By Katrina Martin2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Unhelpful Behaviors to Avoid When Supporting Your Loved OneSupporting a loved one through a chronic condition such as endometriosis can be a wonderful help to that person. Having someone to share in their journey, to share thoughts and... By Chris Robson2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
How Endo Helped Me Appreciate HanukkahA couple of years ago, I decided to convert to Judaism. As I learned more about the faith, I remained confused by Hanukkah. I understood that the holiday symbolizes endurance... By Laken Brooks4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Excision Surgery May Be the Gold Standard, But...We all have learned and heard about excision surgery being the gold standard. Or the best way to treat endometriosis. If you are brand new here, maybe you are just... By Kimberli Davino3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments8 comments
Managing Travel When Bleeding Non-stopRecently I have been experiencing a bleeding episode on its fourteenth day. While this is nothing new, I am exhausted and will cry as soon as anyone mentions the word... By Jessa F2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
An Ode to My Body's Resilience When I was eleven years old, I sat on my bed, hugging my stomach and hoping my period cramps would disappear. I was (and still am) a voracious reader. I... By Laken Brooks2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Grounding Meditation for Stress Relief and CenteringOne thing that has consistently helped me manage my stress, and sometimes my chronic pain, is meditation and energy work. I’ve been trained as an energy worker, and this is... By Katrina Martin3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
When Should I Worry About a Change in Endometriosis Symptoms?Editor's Note: Please see a health professional if you are worried about any changes or new symptoms you may be experiencing. The other day I felt tired, bloated, and crampy... By Keri Wiginton4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Preparing for a Hurricane During an Endo FlareOn a day in early November, I watched out my window as the sky darkened and the wind battered the trees. Hurricane Nicole was approaching my Florida home. I had... By Laken Brooks2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Endo-Friendly Recipe Substitutes for Cooking With Your PartnerIn another article, I wrote about where to find endo-friendly recipes when venturing into the world of the endo diet with your partner. As a reminder, the endometriosis diet is... By Chris Robson2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
What Is the Social Health Network Community?Like our other Health Union condition communities, the Social Health Network brings people together to drive unique and impactful conversations about health. It also aims to expand opportunities for health... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Why Does Self-Care Make Me Feel Guilty?With the colder months ahead, I am drawn toward anything that brings comfort and warmth. I browse soft blankets online, consider all the scented candles, and constantly crave pumpkin-spiced beverages... By Jessa F3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Supporting Your Endo Health Through the WinterTo me, winter is a time for slowing down. This can often be helpful for those of us with endo because the fear of missing out and social demands that... By Jessica Duffin, WHC3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Pregnant After Being Told You Couldn’t Have ChildrenShe was told in her early teenage years that she wouldn’t be able to have children. The OB/GYN wanted to “set proper expectations” for my friend, who was newly diagnosed... By Alene L. Brennan, RYT2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Finding a New Care Team or ProviderWe are all hopeful it never happens: finding a new care team. But inevitably, at some point during our lives, we will have to find a new doctor or team... By Katrina Martin3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
What Happened When I Couldn’t Access My MedicationDuring the several phases of lockdown we faced with the Covid-19 pandemic, many of us struggled to access things we took for granted, like buying our favorite coffee beans or... By Jessa F3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments