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... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
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... By Jessica Tavlaris2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
How Not to Store Your Coconut MilkMany of us in the endometriosis community have explored and adopted a dairy-free diet. It has helped some endosisters experience relief from their symptoms. Thankfully there are many great alternatives... By Alene L. Brennan, RYT1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
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... By Alene L. Brennan, RYT2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
A Guide to Your Office Visit: Part 1Let’s face it: going to the doctor can be intimidating. If you’re in pain, worried, and not feeling well, it can be even more difficult. The medical language can be... By Dr. Audrey Sheridan2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
A Guide to Your Office Visit: Part 2Read Part 1 herePart 2: For Those Who Want the Details As Thomas Jefferson said, knowledge is power. Here are some more specific medical terms to give your power for... By Dr. Audrey Sheridan2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
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... By Jessa F3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
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... By Jessica Duffin, WHC3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
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,”... By Leanne Donaldson2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
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... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
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... By Jessa F3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
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... By Kimberli Davino3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
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... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
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... By Endo Warrior2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Normalizing Conversations around Pain with Your Loved OnesMy partner and I are very open when it comes to discussing all things endometriosis related, and this includes discussing her pain and discomfort levels. She is very vocal about... By Chris Robson2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
No Added Sugar Strawberry JamOne of the biggest struggles I had in the past, and that I see my clients encounter now, is knowing what to eat at family celebrations and other events where... By Jessica Duffin, WHCBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Connection Between Endometriosis And DepressionIn people with endometriosis, the tissue similar to that lining the inside of the uterus is found outside of the uterus instead. This lining is called the endometrium. Endometriosis can... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Antidepressants For Pain. Do They Help?I recently wrote about how antidepressants helped my PMDD. I tried three kinds, including some SSRIs. But I settled on duloxetine. That's a selective serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor, or SNRI. It's... By Keri Wiginton4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
My Endo StoryThe first few times the spotting happened, I tried my best to ignore it. I wanted to blame stress. I thought maybe I hadn’t been sleeping well, or that my... By Brooke Morton2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Uncool Things Doctors Have Said to MeEndometriosis has caused lots of problems for me over the past 25 years: backaches, period pain, impossible sex, migraines, diarrhea, repeat UTIs. I'll stop there, but you get the picture... By Keri Wiginton4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments