Vicarious Trauma and Supporting Someone With EndometriosisAs I have written about previously, endometriosis may cause trauma in a person as a result of the severe pain, the impact it has on a person’s career, relationships, and... By Chris Robson2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What To Wear After a HysterectomyFor the most part, I've been posting tidbits on here about what to potentially expect internally with one's body post-hysterectomy. But what about the changes that occur on the outside--in... By Laura Kiesel3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Second Thoughts After Scheduling Surgery"Ok, let's go ahead and book your endometriosis surgery". Words my new gynecologist said to me as soon as I was done explaining everything going on. I wasn't expecting it... By Kimberli Davino5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Traveling with EndometriosisTraveling while suffering from endometriosis might be difficult at times. Endo pain may strike at the most inconvenient moments. It may need some additional planning and having a plan in... By Isabelle Carpenter1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
You Are Not A Burden For Having EndometriosisHaving endometriosis, or any chronic illness for that matter can oftentimes make you feel like a burden. The need to become dependent on others, bombard loved ones with appointments and... By Kimberli Davino3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Dealing with Delivery AnxietyLiving with endometriosis, I never knew if I would be able to get pregnant. It was a dream of mine so while it remained in my prayers, I stayed open... By Alene L. Brennan, RYT2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Does Life With Endometriosis Feel Like A Broken Record To You?I was walking through my neighborhood park the other day when I felt a familiar tug. I managed the pain as best I could and stopped for the short time... By Jessa F3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Getting Better Sleep is ImportantI didn’t realize how precious sleep is until I found myself laying wide awake at 3 a.m. for several weeks. Why was I up at this hour? And why couldn’t... By Alene L. Brennan, RYT2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Tracking Endo Symptoms With Your SmartwatchIt is hard to remember when I, like so many Americans, got hooked on biometrics. Every morning now for the past year or so, the first thing I do when... By Brooke Morton3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
My Post-Hysterectomy Experience With PMSWhen I decided to have a partial hysterectomy to treat and manage the symptoms associated with both endometriosis and adenomyosis, I, of course, knew that removing my uterus would, at... By Laura Kiesel3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments25 comments
5 Apps for People With Endometriosis In many ways, the digital age has changed how we menstruate. We can’t use phone apps to cure our symptoms or take away our pain. However, we can use different... By Laken Brooks2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
How to Sew Your Own Heating PadWhen I feel those telltale cramps, there isn’t much that can provide me with relief. One thing that helps me is applying a hot water bottle or a heating pad... By Laken Brooks2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Complete Endo Holiday Gift GuideHaving someone in your life with endometriosis means learning how to help when they are having a bad day. Helping to relieve their pain and make their lives a little... By Isabelle Carpenter1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
An Endo Health Coach's Surgery Preparation TipsI’ve had two surgeries. My first one was acutely painful and debilitating. My second one was totally different. I had minimal pain and my energy returned swiftly. In fact, I... By Jessica Duffin, WHC3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Endometriosis: Hair Thinning and Hair LossI remember back to a few months after I had my son. My hair started falling out in clumps, almost by the handful. Hair at my temples seemed to thin... By Leanne Donaldson3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
Vitamin D and Endometriosis: Benefits and UsesDid you know that there may be a connection between endo symptoms and vitamin D levels? Vitamin D is a nutrient that helps your body absorb calcium. This is important... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Could I Have Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome?Editor's note: If you think you have EDS, please consult your doctor. Earlier this year, another endo warrior suggested I may have Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS). She'd read some of my... By Keri Wiginton3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Is Endometriosis A Disability? Mine IsEditor's note: Disability benefit requirements vary depending on where you live. If you have any questions, always speak with your local SSA office. Disabilities come in many forms. A disability... By Jessa F3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments7 comments
Endometriosis in TeensIf you’re a teen dealing with painful periods, you are not alone. Surveys show that 70% to 90% of young people have period pain. It may just be mild cramps... By Dr. Audrey Sheridan2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Implicit Bias and the Chronic Pain ExperienceChronic ovarian cysts and ruptures have been longtime symptoms of mine. These symptoms tend to be a sign of potential endometriosis. One of the worst ovarian cyst ruptures of my... By Marisol Velez4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments