Preparing for Bad Weather with a Chronic Illness"You are in a mandatory evacuation." Something I was NOT prepared to hear a few weeks ago. As hurricane Dorian began to...reactionscomments
My Go-To Vegan, Gluten-Free DessertI'm vegan and follow a low-FODMAP diet, so there's a lot I can't eat. Well, there's a lot I choose to not...reactionscomments
How I Prepare for My Period, Part 1When I was diagnosed with endometriosis, I was never prepared for my period. It always took me by surprise, I had no...reactions2comments
Surviving the Workday with EndometriosisI remember the days - pre-laparoscopy - at work with debilitating pain from endometriosis. The cramps made it difficult to even walk...reactionscomments
Dicyclomine: A Helpful Medication for CrampsIn addition to having endometriosis and adenomyosis, I also have irritable bowel syndrome, otherwise known as IBS. Many people with endo have...reactions10comments
Different Types of Pain and Words to Describe ItHaving a chronic illness means you are constantly dealing with different types of pain. What I find really hard is trying to...reactionscomments
Managing Chronic FatigueChronic fatigue: It’s more than just being tired. “Pure exhaustion” doesn’t even adequately describe it. It’s a full-body, down-to-the-bones fatigue. The kind...reactionscomments
Chronic Fatigue: So Much More Than Being TiredAs an endometriosis patient, one of the hardest things to live with is chronic fatigue. I suffered from it for years, believing...reactionscomments
My Delicious Dairy-Free SundaeI bid farewell to dairy when I heard its negative effects on the body. It started off as an experiment, but when...reactionscomments
Eating for Endo as a Couple - Part 1Jessica has endometriosis, and Chris is her partner. Together, they find ways to manage the condition and support each other through its...reactionscomments
Eating for Endo as a Couple - Part 2Read Part 1 here.Jessica has endometriosis, and Chris is her partner. Together, they find ways to manage the condition and support each...reactionscomments
Practical Tips for Hysterectomy RecoveryWhen I had my hysterectomy, I didn’t really have a support group or friends who had been through the same (or a...reactionscomments
Top 3 Takeaways from “Stink” DocumentaryI was starting to hear some buzz around the Netflix documentary "Stink”, so I decided to tune in. Over the years of...reactionscomments
Study Finds Dairy Intake In Teen Years Lowers Chances of Endometriosis DiagnosisIf you're a teen with endo, you may want to snack on some yogurt. That's because adolescents who eat more dairy were...reactionscomments
Endometriosis and Painful SexDid you know that if you experience pain during sex, it could be a sign that you have endometriosis? I found this...reactionscomments
The Alternative Therapies That Worked, and The Ones That Didn’tWith endometriosis, it’s more a quest for managing the symptoms, rather than trying to find a fix-all solution. As it turns out...reactionscomments
What is a UAE And Is It an Appropriate Treatment for Adeno?Recently, I was seeking out a second opinion for my planned hysterectomy at the end of this year (which I had intended...reactions4comments
How Being Informed About Endometriosis Helps Your PartnerInforming yourself about endometriosis is a great way to better support your partner through their condition. It not only gives you a...reactionscomments
Best Fall Smoothie for EndometriosisMagnesium. Omega-3 fatty acids. Fiber. These all have powerful health benefits for managing symptoms of endometriosis. They all also happen to be...reactionscomments
Why I Quit PainkillersAlmost 3 years ago, I quit taking painkillers. I first began taking them during my teens. I couldn’t go to school clutching...reactionscomments
