I was diagnosed with endometriosis in 2005. Since then I’ve had three abdominal surgeries, including a hysterectomy, to help with symptoms and pain management. Along with my diagnosis I’ve experienced chronic pelvic pain, cramping and joint discomfort. Chronic pain can be exhausting. Not only physically, but mentally as well. You don’t know when or where […]
IVF and Endometriosis – My IVF Journey & Success Story
I have shared many posts and videos about my IVF and endometriosis experiences, and in this video I finally sit down and talk through my entire IVF journey. I was first diagnosed with endometriosis is 2005 through a laparoscopic surgery. I found ways to manage the pain and symptoms through diet and exercise and was […]
Exercise During IVF – What You Should and Shouldn’t Do
Exercise During IVF Part of what keeps me sane is movement. Sometimes this involves an advanced Pilates class. Sometimes it’s a stroll around my neighborhood. It can include stretching, lifting, sweating, jumping, riding, pulling or pushing. I just need some form of exercise every day to feel my best , both mentally and physically. […]
How To Chose Your IVF Doctor
To get in-depth information about my story and learn more about my IVF book coming out this year, join my mailing list here. ———————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————– Choosing your IVF doctor is one of the most important factors in your IVF journey. You will be investing a lot of time, emotion and money with your facility in the hopes […]
IVF Embryo Transfer – Fresh vs. Frozen Transfers
To get more in-depth information and learn more about my detailed book on IVF when it comes out, join my mailing list here. In my last IVF and Infertility post, I talked about a typical IVF cycle and calendar, including the common medications used during the stimming period. If you haven’t read that yet, you […]
IVF Series – A Typical IVF Cycle
This is the first in my IVF series. You can also read about how we decided to go through IVF, how to chose a doctor, fresh versus frozen embryo transfers and working out during IVF. Making the choice to start assistive reproductive treatments is no small task. It takes a lot of research, soul searching, communication, and […]
How I Decided To Start IVF
I won’t be sharing everything on this blog, as I want it to remain a place about workouts and healthy living. To make sure you don’t miss a future post and to get my most personal stories and details of my journey I won’t share necessarily share here, sign up for my Endometriosis and Fertility […]
Endometriosis, Surgery and IVF – My Journey
Some of you have been readers for a few years, while others may be new and just getting to know me. Because of that, you may or may not know that I had surgery in August of this year. Recovery has been quite a long journey for me and, while I’ve opened up a little […]
What Surgery Taught Me
Hey there! If you are in our private FB group or on our VIP email list, you know that I had surgery two weeks ago. I had a laparoscopy to diagnose my endometriosis in 2005, and, while I’ve been able to manage it pretty well since then, I’ve felt it come back on in the […]
My Complete Guide to Endometriosis Symptoms, Diet and Management
I was diagnosed with endometriosis 11 years ago. I’ve experienced the pain and frustration with endometriosis symptoms, the triumph and trials of surgery, as well as the joy of managing it naturally and giving birth to a healthy daughter. I am not a doctor and this information is not intended to treat or diagnose any condition. […]