Choosing childlessness after infertility was both challenging and easy. I felt peace yet, at the same time, anxiety. There was confidence in my decision as well as uncertainty. And perhaps the biggest whammy was the unrelenting guilt. Like I'd let everyone down. That...
On a scale of one to ten, how terrified are you to undergo endometriosis surgery? Having endometriosis surgery for the first time is intimidating because you don’t know what to expect. I know I was a jumble of nerves and worried that I wouldn’t achieve any relief or...
Managing bipolar during the holidays is a struggle. And several common traditions, such as seasonal changes, routine disruptions, stress and anxiety, and holiday celebrations, are considered bipolar relapse triggers. They are my top triggers and make the holidays a...
Endometriosis pain is no joke. I remember when my pain was at its worst and how debilitating it was. And since no one understood my pain, I was left to struggle alone. This led me to find natural solutions for endometriosis pain relief that could help me get some of...
Starting your fitness journey with chronic illness isn't easy but your body will thank you once you do. While physical activity is often recommended as a preventative measure, researchers discovered that regular exercise is an effective treatment for 26 chronic...
Healing my laparotomy scar has been a journey. I have a hypertrophic scar that requires more work and time to fade. But, I’ve made significant progress, and two years post-surgery, my scar’s appearance has drastically improved. And the reason I believe I was able to...
Let’s be honest. ADHD productivity tools can be a hit or miss. When they’re good, you’re on fire, productive, and efficient. Yet when the novelty wears off, unproductivity quickly...
If you think scheduling a gynecologist appointment is all about calling and choosing a date and time. You’re dead wrong, my friend. Ok, it is an important part because, yes, having a set time...
Childfree guilt is a challenging burden to live under. At least that has been my experience. Often it appears that there’s no place for me within the childless/childfree community because it feels...
Gynecologists are the best choice for women’s health and reproductive needs. Their specialized knowledge regarding reproductive disorders, vaginal health, and gynecological cancer allows them to...
Can I be honest with you, friend? Bipolar and ADHD suck. As an adult, I’ve lived my life in two extremes. I’m either in a pit of depression or on top of the world. And, somewhere in the...