Join Nik & Paige as they laugh through Paige's journey with Endomitriosis, a chronic illness which affects millions of women around the world. Here they discuss treatments, share some of the resources and supports that Paige has found, and talk about wiza
Nik has an update on the future of the podcast, and where Paige is at health-wise. For any questions you can email Nik at: Nik@uterusduderus.com
It's here! The season 2 finale! Nik & Paige talk about some of the cool things coming up in the future, Paige's new very-likely-to-happen surgery and a story about a wasp. Season 3 will launch early 2018! To find out more: https://www.uterusduderus.com To contact Nik & Paige: Nik@uterusduderus.com Paige@uterusduderus.com
Migraines are an everyday part of Paige's experience, however recently she had one that was so painful she went into an altered state. Hear about that story and more! Also, Nik & Paige discuss some of the things she is hoping to do to combat this. Lastly, Nik & Paige say a little bit in regards to what happened last week in Charlottesville. To find out more about this show head to: https://www.uterusduderus.com To email them: Paige@uterusduderus.com Nik@uterusduderus.com
When the moon is full, when the tides are high, and when the gingers prowl the streets, Emily Gibbons is along side them in the hunt for human souls! Or just talking about surgery prep with her sister Paige and friend Nik. Today's episode features the sage advice of Paige's sister and caregiver, Emily Gibbons. The gang discusses how to prepare for going into Endo related surgery, and some of the do's and don'ts associated with Endometriosis surgery prep and care. Coming up on September 2nd, Paige and Nik will be doing a live Podcast event at Red Rock Coffee in Mountain View, CA - They will record an episode of the podcast in front of a live audience, along with some fun give aways and content specifically for the show. To find out more head to: https://www.uterusduderus.brownpapertickets.com To contact Nik or Paige: Paige@uterusuderus.com Nik@uterusduderus.com
Yes, it's been a while (again) but Nik & Paige are back with some important announcements, and of course, more Endo talk. Specifically, Paige discusses how she has used a gratitude exercise to help keep herself positive. They also talk about the upcoming live podcast event, and all the goodies involved! To find out more about the live event, and get your tickets head to: https://www.uterusduderus.brownpapertickets.com To get in touch with Paige & Nik: https://www.uterusduderus.com Nik@uterusduderus.com Paige@uterusduderus.com
Due to scheduling, the Uterus & The Duderus have had a bit of troubling getting a new episode up! But don' fret! Here is a quick announcement about some of the awesome things coming up for the podcast. Join Nik & Paige on August 12th for an awesome live podcast event in the Bay Area, CA. Tickets are on sale now! https://www.uterusduderus.brownpapertickets.com
No one likes having a camera zoom around inside them, but sometimes you just gotta do it. Paige gives a follow up on her colonoscopy and visit with the doctors. We also discuss Paige's newest youtube video, and highlight the tough topic of suicide in the chronic illness community. To contact Nik & Paige: www.uterusuderus.com Nik@uterusduderus.com Paige@uterusduderus.com If you want more Endo related podcasting, check out 'This Endo Life' on the iTunes Store! https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/this-endolife/id1243158865?mt=2
What happens when two chronic illnesses duke it out in the ring? We have no idea because that's impossible! But it is possible to have Endo and IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome). We talk a bit about Paige's upcoming doctors visit and why it pertains to IBS, and the link between IBS and Endo that is so common. To contact Nik & Paige: www.uterusduderus.com Nik@uterusduderus.com Paige@uterusduderus.com Instagram: Paigenoir_endonoir
This week Paige and Nik are back with a discussion about Paige's trip to Palm Springs, CA for a wedding. But she didn't realize really that Palm Springs is in a freaking desert. It was hot. It was bumpy. It was filled with expensive wedding rings. Hear about how Paige coped with Endo during the trip and ways she preps for trips. To contact Nik & Paige: www.uterusduderus.com Nik@uterusduderus.com Paige@uterusduderus.com Instagram: Paigenoir_endonoir
It's always nice to take a step back and reflect with those who you love. In this awesome episode, we hang with Paige's mother, Elizabeth, and talk about her story around Endo, and the care and support she has been giving to Paige for years. Elizabeth was the first person to believe Paige that she has Endo, and has been a loving and supportive presence in Paige's life around health care and emotional support. Yeah, and then we talk about some nerd stuff. Big surprise right? To connect with Nik & Paige: www.uterusduderus.com Nik@uterusduderus.com Paige@uterusduderus.com To send them an envelope filled with feathers: ATTN: Nik Bartunek The Highway Community 201 Castro Street, 3rd Floor Mountain View, CA 94041
In this awesome episode, Nik & Paige have an in depth talk with Dr. Devin Garza, an Austin, TX based Obgyn. Dr. Garza is also a certified DaVinci Robotic Surgeon and is making headway in the area of robotic endometriosis surgery. Hear him discuss a holistic approach to Endo, along with his philosophy around diagnosis and treatment. We gave Dr. Garza answer some of the questions our listeners have been sending in, and also talk about how Paige is probably a werewolf. You can check out Dr. Garza at: https://devingarzamd.com/ To contact Paige & Nik: www.uterusduderus.com Paige@uterusduderus.com Nik@uterusduderus.com
In this wild episode, Paige & Nik discuss ALL kinds of things. Paige has been experiencing strange hormonal fluctuations after each period, which 'drops' her back into pain and cramps. She discusses a little about her journey into this new strange thing, and also about some upcoming episodes. Oh...and expect some poop stories. To reach out to Nik & Paige: www.uterusuderus.com Paige@uterusduderus.com Nik@uterusduderus.com
Sometimes feeling super healthy, when the rest of your Endo sisters aren't feeling great, can leave you feeling guilty. Paige discusses the issue of 'survivors guilt' related to Endo, and how she has worked on turning those feelings around into something good. Also Nik & Paige talk about a potential live episode soon! To contact Nik & Paige: www.uterusduderus.com Nik@uterusduderus.com Paige@uterusduderus.com
After a brief wedding related hiatus, Nik is back, which means that the podcast can commence. However, both Nik & Paige are sick, tired, and this will probably be the worst episode ever recorded. There's a lot of talk about things that have nothing to do with Endo, and then some things that do. I guess. Ugh. Life sucks. But you rock! Enjoy! To contact Nik & Paige: www.uterusduderus.com Nik@uterusduderus.com Paige@uterusduderus.com
And we're back! After a marriage related hiatus, Nik is back in town, which means that Paige and Nik can get cray cray in the studio. In this return episode the Endo Egg Siblings talk about 'You doing you!'. Sometimes what's working for other people doesn't work for you, and you have to find a plan tailor made for your own sick uterus. To get in touch with Nik & Paige, Nik@uterusduder.com Paige@uterusduderus.com www.uterusduderus.com
Once again, it's time for some insanity! This time though, a bit more than usual. It's Paige's birthday! Nik & Paige celebrate by taking a day off and telling funny stories about all the pranks they did together as kids. Stay tuned next week for an episode on doing what's right for your in your walk with Endo! to get in touch with Nik & Paige: www.uterusduderus.com Paige@uterusduderus.com Nik@uterusduderus.com
Ever wanted to have all the awesome symptoms of a migraine randomly at random times but minus the headache? Neither to we! Today Nik and Paige talk about 'Invisible' Migraines, and the fact that they are still a mystery to us. Also of course, shout outs, and questions answered around IUDs. To contact Nik & Paige: Nik@uterusduderus.com Paige@uterusduderus.com www.uterusduderus.com
Ever been chased by Drug Cartels and wild Orcs? Well Paige has! In her dreams! Today, Nik and Paige talk about Painsomnia; the pain you're feeling in real life invades your dreams and gives you nightmares. Paige talks about some ways that she manages her Painsomnia and gets back to sleep. Today's episode is brought in part to you by Aunt flow! Aunt Flow is a monthly menstrual products subscription which matches your order with a free box of products for those in need! www.auntflow.org to get in touch with Nik & Paige: www.uterusduderus.com Paige@uterusduderus.com Nik@uterusduderus.com
Ever wondered how to communicate in a relationship while your Uterus is on fire, you cry when the fridge doesn't close right, and everyone sucks? Paige talks about things to keep in mind around Endo when it comes to relationships. This episode was brought to you in part by Aunt Flow! Aunt Flow is an awesome monthly tampon and pad service that also matches your order with tampons and pads to a local women's shelter. You can find out more about Aunt flow at https://www.auntflow.org/ To contact Paige & Nik: Nik@uterusuderus.com Paige@uterusduderus.com
Nik & Paige talk about Back Cramps and how they have affected Paige. Also they share their first sponsor! Hooray! And of course wackiness. To contact Nik & Paige: Nik@uterusduderus.com Paige@uturusduderus.com
Todays episode is all about help, which Nik and Paige need a lot of. But I digress... Paige and Nik discuss ways to support other Endo sisters during this scary time around healthcare in America. Many Endo Sisters, Spoonies, and chronic illness sufferers could be losing their healthcare. How can we lend support, and a helping hand? Listen to some of Paige's suggestions. To get in touch with Nik & Paige: nik@uterusduderus.com Paige@uterusduder.com www.uterusduderus.com
Todays episode is really nothing more than a crazy story. Paige recounts her fun (and awful) time at Disney Land, and why taking precautions and going easy is important! Also some fun shout outs and hashtags! To contact Paige & Nik: www.uterusduderus.com Paige@uterusduderus.com Nik@uterusduderus.com IG: Paigenoir_Endonoir
It's hard enough having Endo, let alone figuring out how to deal with it in the workplace. There is a lot of shame and emotional nastiness that goes along with this, but Paige & Nik talk about how Paige has dealt with this in the past, how she continues to deal with it, and ways she communicates with bosses and co-workers a like. To contact Nik & Paige: Nik@uterusduderus.com Paige@uterusduderus.com Twitter: @uterusduderus IG: Paigenoir_endonoir
Yay! Back to normal episode flow. That was a period joke. In this episode, Nik and Paige talk with Emily Gibbons, Paige's sister. Emily is a Santa Cruz native, so you know she has some extra crunchy things to share. From how to be a caregiver to someone with endometriosis, all the way down to how to teach others how to care for someone with endo. To contact Nik & Paige: www.uterusduderus.com Nik@uterusduderus.com Paige@uterusduderus.com
Sadly, due to a technical difficulty we can't bring you Episode 16! However, Nik & Paige have recorded this mini-episode to tide you over until a full length episode can be given! However, enjoy this little shout out episode where Nik & Paige highlight some awesome people in the Endo community.
Hormonal Acne is a bummer! Paige talks about how hormonal acne has been a part of her Endo journey, and also some of the remedies she has discovered in dealing with it. And of course, the usual batch of wackiness. If you'd like to stalk Paige and Nik from the bushes: Paige@uterusduderus.com Nik@uterusduderus.com Https://www.uterusduderus.com IG: @Paigenoir_endonoir Twitter: @uterusduderus
Happy Almost Turkey Day folks! For this episode Paige and Nik discuss how to get through the Holidays. As we approach Christmasageddon, take a practice round this Thursday for Thanksgiving, and check out some of Paige's tips and tricks for getting the ol' uterus primed for a successful take off. To contact Nik & Paige: Paige@uterusduderus.com Nik@uterusduderus.com
What's better than 10 made up sponsorships? A proper medical diagnosis. On this episode, Paige talks about her journey getting diagnosed with Endometriosis. To get in touch with Nik & Paige: nik@uterusduderus.com Paige@uterusduderus.com
Unlike George Lucas' third attempt at something, this third episode in our Migraine episode arc finalizes the conversation on Migraines for a bit. We also discovered we were spelling 'Endometriosis' wrong the entire time. Yay for learning! Tangent Warning: This one goes off the rails a lot. To get in touch with Paige and Nik you can email them at: www.uterusduderus.com Nik@uterusduderus.com & Paige@uterusduderus.com
Won't this headache ever end? Nik & Paige talk more about Migraines, in the second part of their three part episode arc on the hormonal Migraines that accompany many Endo sisters. If you'd like to reach out to Nik or Paige you can email them at: Nik@uterusduderus.com and Paige@uterusduderus.com
In this episode, Paige & Nik talk about Migraines! Paige is currently experiencing some nasty migraine headaches caused by hormones, and she discusses the relation between hormones and Endo. They also discuss medical cannabis and how it's a huge help to the Endo community at large, along with some thoughts on why it's illegal in the first place. To contact Paige & Nik: Paige@uterusduderus.com Nik@uterusduderus.com
In Episode 9, Paige and Nik talk about Recovery Fatigue, and how moving past a long season of flair ups and illness can still be hard mentally and emotionally. They also discuss all the insane creepy clown sightings going on in the US right now, and Paige's own creepy clown encounters. To get in touch with Paige and Nik head to: www.uterusduderus.com
Oh Garsh! Episode 8 already? Paige and Nik sit down for a very special episode, and interview Paige's dad Greg. We get to hear from Greg about his experiences with endomitriosis from the perspective of a family member. He explains what it was like before Paige's diagnosis, and how her diagnosis helped him understand what Paige was really going through and how he could actually help. Not to mention, Paige & Nik respond to their first listener mail! Also, of course, chronic ridiculousness. To read, and learn more about this podcast: https://www.uterusduderus.com To contact Paige & Nik: Nik@uterusduderus.com Paige@uterusduderus.com
Another episode of insanity! In this episode, not only do Paige & Nik revisit some of Paige's strategies for handling pain and flair ups during periods, but we also talk about the 2016 Summer Olympics. This year, a female olympic swimmer from China, Fu Yuanhui, talked openly about how her period affected her performance at the Olympics. We discuss this awesome event, along with (Pause so you can reach for your torch and pitchfork) how we think some Olympics sports are just ridiculous, and they need to stop cramming all these random sports into the Olympics. If you would like to tell Paige & Nik about how they are Olympic Heretics, you can email them at: Nik@uterusduderus.com Paige@uterusduderus.com For the article on Fu Yuanhui: https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2016/aug/16/chinese-swimmer-fu-yuanhui-praised-for-breaking-periods-taboo
Inflammation in-flashmmation! Today, Nik & Paige discuss inflammation and flair-ups, how acupuncture has helped her, and of course, absolute silliness. And naturally, we talk about robots, and how the giant tampon dispensing security droids that patrol the Stanford Shopping Center in Palo Alto, CA are attacking children. But seriously, we do talk about how some robots are helping with Endometriosis, and general tech madness. Also, Paige IS NOT hitting cats! If you'd like to get in touch with Paige & Nik email them at: Nik@uterusduderus.com & Paige@uterusduderus.com
Paige & Nik strike again! For episode 5 of The Uterus & The Duderus, Nik starts on a low note after hearing a sad podcast that wasn't meant to be sad, but quickly the lolz ensue. On the medical end, Paige shares about emotional regulation, and an awesome new app being launched, called Citizen Endo, which is a Columbia University researched program, lead by The Department of Biomedical Informatics. The app helps gather date on Endomitriosis from Endo-Sisters all over the world! To find out more about the project and app head to. https://www.citizenendo.org/ To reach out to Paige & Nik, email them at: Nik@uterusduderus.com & Paige@uterusduderus.com
In this episode, Nik & Paige talk about Spoon levels; a measurement system for explaining your energy level in simple terms, most often used by those with chronic illness. And naturally the conversation digresses to the hotness or notness of the new Han Solo, and Paige & Nik's recovering hipsterism. To get in touch with Paige & Nik, email them at endopodcastinfo@gmail.com
For this very special bonus episode of The Uterus & The Duderus, we celebrate Paige's graduation from college! We sat down with her friends and family to discuss how far she has come in the face of Endomitriosis. Featured on this podcast are her sister Emily, her brother Tucker, and her father Greg. Also featured are Nik's fiancee Brittany, and his sister Caitlin. NOTE: This episode was recorded outside using a Blue Snowball mic, so the quality is a little lessened, and the background noise much more present. Let the madness begin!
This week, Nik & Paige discuss Painkillers. With the pain of Endo, Paige knows all about painkillers, and has some great advice on things to be aware of, times she hallucinated, how much to use, and painkillers that she refuses to take. Paige and Nik also talk about a healthy amount of Star Wars. Duh. Do you want to add your thoughts to this conversation? The email us at Paige@uterusduderus.com & Nik@uterusduderus.com
Meet Nik & Paige! Both are lifelong friends who love to laugh, get ridiculous, and experience life through the eyes of a clown! However, Paige suffers from a chronic illness called Endometriosis, an illness which affects thousands of women around the world. What do they do? Laugh their way through Paige's journey of health and happiness. Meet the duo and learn more about the condition and how to treat it! Contact Nik & Paige at: Paige@uterusduderus.com & Nik@uterusduderus.com
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