Choosing Childlessness An Insider Perspective On the Forgotten Side of Infertility

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...

How To Heal Post-Endometriosis Surgery And Feel Your Best

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...

How To Manage Common Bipolar Relapse Triggers During the Holidays and Achieve Balance

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...

6 Natural Solutions for Endometriosis Pain Relief

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...

Revealing How To Start Your Fitness Journey With Chronic Illness

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...

How to Fade A Laparotomy Scar Naturally and Feel Confident

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...

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Obamacare and Women’s Health: What You Need to Know

Obamacare or marketplace insurance can be super confusing. I mean before...

5 Awesome Tips for Celebrating Valentine’s Day With A Chronic Illness

Valentine’s day with a chronic illness is not always romantic. Flare-ups, chronic pain, and low energy can impact your day-to-day activities. Combine these with your love life, and it can definitely become a romance killer. Finding a balance between romance and self-care is the goal. Choosing laid-back activities that can be enjoyed from your home […]

Obamacare and Women’s Health: What You Need to Know

Obamacare and Women’s Health: What You Need to Know

Obamacare or marketplace insurance can be super confusing. I mean before Obamacare I found health insurance pretty bewildering anyway, but the creation of the Affordable Care Act made it even more confusing for me. And, when it comes to women’s health, insurance isn’t...

5 Awesome Tips for Celebrating Valentine’s Day With A Chronic Illness

5 Awesome Tips for Celebrating Valentine’s Day With A Chronic Illness

Valentine’s day with a chronic illness is not always romantic. Flare-ups, chronic pain, and low energy can impact your day-to-day activities. Combine these with your love life, and it can definitely become a romance killer. Finding a balance between romance and self-care is the goal. Choosing laid-back activities that can be enjoyed from your home […]