Podcasts about endometriosis uk

To mark endometriosis awareness month this March we discuss the global initiative, Endometriosis Explained, aiming to educate and support those affected by this condition. In this episode, we're joined by Emma Cox, CEO of Endometriosis UK and gynaecologist Christian Becker from the University of Oxford. Find our guideline here: https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ng73 And our quality standard here: https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/qs172

The first daily pill for treating endometriosis symptoms has been approved for use on the NHS in England - but only for patients who have tried all other options. Endometriosis affects 1.5 million women in the UK. Kylie Pentelow is joined by Emma Cox, Chief Executive of Endometriosis UK, and Emma Collier, who was diagnosed with endometriosis aged 18, to discuss what this could mean for women.Sister Midnight is a new, Bafta-nominated, Hindi-language film that looks at what it's like to be a misfit. This dark comedy follows an oddball couple thrown into a newly arranged marriage in a small Mumbai shack. Indian actor and Bollywood star, Radhika Apte plays Uma, one half of the couple, who does her best to cope with her new role as a housewife in the heat of Mumbai. Radhika joins Kylie in the Woman's Hour studio.The holy month of Ramadan is underway, which means millions of Muslims around the world are fasting, no food or drink from dawn until dusk - not even water. At the end of each day, friends and families celebrate the breaking of the fast with a meal together. But for those with current, or past eating disorders, this period of fasting can bring challenges. So, how can they be best supported during Ramadan? Kylie talks to fitness trainer Nazia Khatun, who has struggled with anorexia and bulimia in the past, and counselling psychologist, Dr Omara Naseem, who specialises in eating disorders.Journalist and broadcaster Julia Raeside has just published her debut novel, Don't Make Me Laugh. Looking at the world of stand-up comedy often dominated by men - it's described as celebrating women who speak truth to power, find solidarity with each other and then decide to fight back. Julia explains to Kylie why she chose to focus on the world of comedy for her first foray into fiction.Presenter: Kylie Pentelow Producer: Melanie Abbott

In Episode thirteen we welcome Dr Hannah Short a GP Specialist in Menopause, Premature Ovarian Insufficiency (POI) and Premenstrual Syndrome.  Hannah graduated from the University of Cambridge School of Clinical Medicine in 2009, after first studying Human Sciences at the University of Oxford. She is a member of the British Menopause Society (BMS), the International Menopause Society (IMS) and The International Association for Premenstrual Disorders (IAPMD). She qualified as a BMS-accredited Menopause Specialist in 2018 and holds the Advanced Certificate in Menopause Care. She is also certified as a practitioner by the International Society of Gynecological Endocrinology (ISGE) and is a published co-author of 'The Complete Guide to POI and Early Menopause' The Complete Guide to POI and Early Menopause by Hannah Short | Hachette UK (sheldonpress.co.uk)  To contact Hannah: https://drhannahshort.co.uk/ Resources and Studies Discussed: RCOG Guidelines (PMDs): Premenstrual Syndrome, Management (Green-top Guideline No. 48) | RCOGIAPMD: IAPMD Endometriosis UK: Ending endometriosis starts by saying it | Endometriosis UK (endometriosis-uk.org) The Daisy Network: Charity for Women with POI | The Daisy Network  Papers on PMS Western dietary pattern is related to premenstrual syndrome: a case–control study | British Journal of Nutrition | Cambridge Core and https://www.mdpi.com/517054 and Frontiers | Impact of nutritional diet therapy on premenstrual syndrome (frontiersin.org)  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33761124/ https://www.pms.org.uk/app/uploads/2018/06/guidelinesfinal60210.pdf Don't forget 9th September 2024 and 9th November 2024 are the dates of our Nutrition and Lifestyle Medicine Conference. https://plantbasedhealthprofessionals.com/nlmc-2024 We are calling on NHS trusts, Integrated Care Boards (ICBs) and all other healthcare organisations across the United Kingdom to adopt a ‘Plant-Based by Default' food menu. Sign the letter by heading over to: https://plantsfirsthealthcare.com/

Send us a Text Message.With 1.5 million women in the UK alone suffering from Endometriosis, and many still waiting for treatment or even formal diagnosis, this week we are joined by Jorja who after 10 years living in pain finally got her endo diagnosis at age 25.  Within this episode, Jorja is going to tell her story which will include the processes and treatment she received. We are not medically trained therefore if you experience any of the symptoms discussed within this episode please do seek help from a medical professional. Resources: Ending endometriosis starts by saying it | Endometriosis UK (endometriosis-uk.org)Endometriosis - NHS (www.nhs.uk)Other channels -Instagram - @notavingitthepodcastTikTok - @not.aving.ithttps://linktr.ee/notavingitSupport the Show.Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe and follow along on my social channels to always be kept up-to-date with new episodes. Social channels -Instagram - @notavingitthepodcastTikTok - @not.aving.ithttps://linktr.ee/notavingit

In this edition, Paul Pennington talks to Vicky Burford, Co-Founder of the charity Pans Pandas UK. Emma Cox, CEO of Endometriosis UK, joins Paul to discuss new research that shows an increase in the time it takes for the condition to be diagnosed and, in the final interview of this podcast, Paul speaks with Rachel Power, CEO of The Patient's Association, about their 'Patients Manifesto'.   

In honour of March being Endometriosis Awareness Month, we bring you a special episode delving into Kayleigh's  journey with endometriosis. Join us as she opens up about her life with endometriosis, sharing her experiences from the very beginning, hospital stays, surgeries, tough decisions, and her life today, including her remarkable initiative of running a the Brighton Half Marathon for Endometriosis UK and raising an incredible £1480. This episode is a testament to the strength and the power of raising awareness for a cause close to our hearts.

In the third episode of series three, we meet Alice who, after the disappointment of being sent home on her first trip into the hospital during labour, had a fast birth in the birth pool of an alongside midwife led birth centre. Alice also talks about her struggles with establishing breastfeeding and the effects of feeding a baby with a tongue tie.  Topics covered in this podcast include: pregnancy after endometriosis, pregnancy after miscarriage, growth scans, induction for “big babies” discussion, stop and start early labour, reduced movements, induction pressure, cervical sweep, wave comb, birth ball, being told you're “not in established labour” and need to go home, oramorph, labour in the bath, using affirmations, knees in calves out, vaginal exams to access care, Gas and Air, birth pool, feeling shocked by fast birth, getting out of the water for third stage, Third degree tear 3b, stitches with spinal block, interrupted golden hour effects on breastfeeding initiation, struggles initiating breastfeeding, weight loss over 10% pumping and top ups, postnatal mental health challenges, impact of tongue tie release, benefit of in person antenatal classes for finding your perinatal community.  If you have endometriosis and are thinking about getting pregnant you can find support and information from Endometriosis UK https://www.endometriosis-uk.org/endometriosis-fertility-and-pregnancy If you're offered an induction of labour due to having a suspected “big baby” you may find this information useful. https://www.sarawickham.com/articles-2/induction-for-big-baby/ For a visual understanding of the knees in calves out position and why it might be helpful for the pushing stage of labour check this out. https://youtu.be/jS9v2zFZuQc?si=MeQ5eQkE51tI0YSm For more information about tears and repairs check out the information from RCOG https://www.rcog.org.uk/for-the-public/perineal-tears-and-episiotomies-in-childbirth/perineal-tears-during-childbirth/ If you missed out on an uninterrupted golden hour it might not be too late to get back skin-to-skin now. For more on why and how to do that check out our blog. https://www.informedpregnancybirthandbeyond.org/post/skin-to-skin-not-just-for-the-golden-hour For information about tongue tie and baby feeding check out https://www.laleche.org.uk/tongue-tie/

Lucinda and Emily are joined by Rebecca Gray, chief executive of Maudsley Charity, a grant-maker for mental health projects.Rebecca describes how the recruitment of a new board in 2018 helped the charity to change its approach to funding across thematic, strategic programme areas with input from stakeholders to help influence the charity's direction of travel.She explains how the charity balances considerations of need, potential for change and the most appropriate type of funding to make a difference, investing in local projects targeting social groups that lack trust in statutory mental health services, with a view to generating a national ripple effect.Charity Changed My Life features the story of Lydia Eccleston, who received life-changing support from Endometriosis UK that enabled her to confirm and manage her diagnosis with the chronic condition and the realities it presents.Do you have stories of people whose lives have been transformed for the better thanks to your charity? If so, we'd like to hear them! All it takes is a short voice message to be featured on this podcast. Email lucinda.rouse@haymarket.com for further information.Tell us what you think of the Third Sector Podcast! Please take five minutes to let us know how we can bring you the most relevant, useful content. To fill in the survey, click here.Read the transcript. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Menopause is commonly associated with midlife or older age, but it's essential to recognize that Premature Ovarian Insufficiency (POI) can affect a significant number of younger women. Roughly one in every 100 women under 40, one in 1,000 women under 30, and one in 10,000 women under 20 experience this condition.  POI refers to menopause occurring well before the average age, and it's something that our guest this week, Dr. Hannah Short, personally experienced. After suffering from debilitating pre-menstrual symptoms and endometriosis her whole adult life and trying pretty much everything she could to help with the pain,  Hannah felt her only option left was to have a total hysterectomy, leading to premature surgical menopause when she was 35.Hannah's journey through premature surgical menopause has had a profound impact on her work, driving her passion to improve the lives of others facing similar challenges. As a GP and accredited specialist in menopause and premenstrual disorders, she offers valuable insights into these conditions.In this episode, we delve into: 

Lillie is one of the 1.5 million people diagnosed with Endometriosis here in the UK. It's a debilitating condition, but as Lillie's inspiring running story shows us, it doesn't need to define you.March is Endometriosis awareness month, if you would like to learn more about the condition or support a cause please visit the Endometriosis UK websiteLillie is also running the 2023 London Marathon for Endometriosis UK. To support her efforts, follow the link below:https://givematch.com/fr/fS5moNKK Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chloe, Rachel and Crystal Palace's Leigh Nicol react to the return of the WSL! Leicester come back with a bang, but it took Chelsea 89 minutes to realise it was happening to be honest…In the second half of the show, Leigh talks us through her ongoing experience of endometriosis, which Leah Williamson recently revealed almost prevented her from playing at the Euros. For Leigh, it's not only jeopardising her playing career, it's hampering her day-to-day life. We discuss the difficulties of diagnosis, the lack of awareness around the condition, and how it's silently but profoundly damaging the lives of elite footballers.You can find more information on endometriosis at Endometriosis UK.Got a question for us? Tweet us @FootballRamble, @GirlsontheBall, @Morgie_89 and @LeighNicol.Sign up for our Patreon for exclusive live events, ad-free Rambles, full video episodes and loads more: patreon.com/footballramble.***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 110 - John Harris - Liverpool to London for EndometriosisThis week Eddie @edwinasutton and Gary @garythwaites2498 catch up with John Harris.'On July 28th this year, I will endeavour to run the 350km from London to Liverpool in one go.I am hoping to raise £10,000 for Endometriosis UK, and you can find out exactly why I'm doing this on the page called The 'Why'.I envisage this will take me 70-80 hours, with no overnight sleeps, and I'd love some of you to join me for some miles, or the finish line party!If that interests you, please follow the link to the contact page and send me an email!'www.justgiving.com/fundraising/londontoliverpool350Please check it out our Patreon group if you would like to get involved and support the podcast. https://www.patreon.com/runtothehillspodcastEach week we'll bring you interviews with runners from the front, back and middle of the pack. We'll share training advice, nutrition advice and kit reviews too. We'll talk about current running stories and stories from inspirational people who we feel you might be interested in.This podcast is available to listen to at Spotify and Apple Podcasts too. Links below.https://open.spotify.com/show/2HlWHlGA8D6ifm1TmnP2Kthttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/run-to-the-hills/id1504643103YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaUcGDYF8919iZSDC8uV9xgFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1005937909821744Blog - https://www.chiacharge.co.uk/​blogs/newsTwitter - https://twitter.com/run_tothehillsStrava - https://www.strava.com/clubs/runtothehillspodcastInstagram -  https://www.instagram.com/runtothehillswithchiacharge/?hl=enStrava - https://www.strava.com/clubs/runtothehillspodcastChia Charge - Since 2012 Chia Charge has been making sports nutrition which not only helps you perform better but tastes great too. You won't find any oddities in our Yorkshire baked flapjacks either, just good honest kitchen cupboard ingredients that make you move and feel great.

Welcome to A Woman's Brew, where women talk about beer! We're feeling charitable this week on A Woman's Brew and sharing some beers brewed for charity with you! We've looked at charity beers before, but felt you needed an update. This time we look at beers brewed to raise funds for Endometriosis UK, Men's Pie Club, Cancer charities and Drinkers for Ukraine. Beers/soda showcased in this episode: Blueberry, Pear & Ginger soda from Cloudwater Let's Eat Pies and Talk About Men's Mental Health black & white pepper bitter from McColls Cell Repel smoothie sour from Burley Oak x F**K Cancer Project Mavka by Siren Brew Co x Varvar Brew Jo and Tori unintentionally both wore their Coven Brewsters tshirts – if you don't follow them on Instagram go do it now here: https://www.instagram.com/thecoven.brewsters/ Get yourself some beers from the F**K Cancer Project on their website here: https://fkcancer.co.uk/ And if you missed our last charity beers episode you can listen back to it here: https://awomansbrew.sounder.fm/episode/charitybeers Head over to Instagram to let us know about any great charity and beer projects we've missed now! Get in Touch: Email: lovebeerlearning@gmail.com Website: http://www.lovebeerlearning.co.uk Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/lovebeerlearning Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lovebeerlearning Tori: @adventures_in_hoptimism Joanne: @awomansbrew. Facebook Group: Women's Pint Club Join the mailing list: https://www.subscribepage.com/v5c0a7 Support us on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/lovebeerlearning Etsy Shop: http://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/LoveBeerLearning Subscribe: · iTunes · Spotify · Sounder · Google · Stitcher · TuneIn Watch: YouTube Music: Higher Up by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

In this episode, RCGP Clinical Champion for Women's Health Dr Anne Connolly meets Tanya, a patient representative and volunteer with Endometriosis UK, who shares her experience of living with endometriosis, to find out how GPs can help and support this patient group.

March was endometriosis awareness month! And we're a little late to the party! But in the spirit of embracing the mud (!), we've decided to (un)officially extend endo awareness month with this convo all about endo – and some personal experiences of living with this condition, as a performer.If you're someone who bleeds / are a little suss that something might be up with your cycle / have been diagnosed with endo / are just curious to hear more about this condition, then this episode is for you! Wonderful singer-extraordinaire Hanna-Liisa Kirchin joins me for this honest and open conversation, about our (varying) experiences with endometriosis. She's so generous in sharing her experience – I'm so grateful to her for speaking about her journey.As ever, this conversation is just a sharing of personal experiences; it does not stand in for medical advice. Please seek the support of your doctor / medical professional, for further information. Also, please bear in mind that every endo journey is so wildly different. What you hear might align with either of our experiences – or it might not. It's just a jumping-off point for raising awareness / the asking of questions / you being an even fiercer advocate for your own health and body.Suffice it to say, we talk loads about menstruation… so if that's not up your alley, then this conversation is probably not for you, my friend (or, it might be, if you'd like to learn more!) Whyever (is that a word?! If not, should be) you're coming to this conversation – we're so glad to have you; you're welcome here, and you're seen.I'll also include some resources below, if you're interested in finding out more / seeking support. This list will be somewhat limited to what I've been exposed to / had access to, so a) see your doctor (and then see another one, if they're dismissive…) and b) keep seeking great information, on your own terms (there's more and more out there, now – and loads for free, too). We're here as friends on the journey! Emily xResources mentioned / further info:Endometriosis Australia: https://www.endometriosisaustralia.org/Endometriosis UK: https://www.endometriosis-uk.org/Endo dietitian: @endo.dietitianHow to Endo, by Bridget Hustwaite: https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/56855221-how-to-endoPeriod Repair Manual, by Lara Briden: https://www.larabriden.com/period-repair-manual/The Fifth Vital Sign, by Lisa Hendrickson-Jack: https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/43616354-the-fifth-vital-signAbout our guest:http://www.hannaliisakirchin.com/Hanna-Liisa on Instagram: @hannaliisakHanna-Liisa on Twitter: @Hanna_Liisa_K

Vicki is 39 years and has struggled with heavy periods and related pain since she was 10 years old. She was eventually diagnosed with endometriosis at 22 but continued to suffer with severe pain, heavy bleeding and UTIs, despite treatments and multiple surgical interventions. As a last attempt to be pain free, Vicki chose to have a hysterectomy when she was 35. Even though her ovaries were not removed, she realised she was entering menopause after the operation when she began having night sweats, insomnia, anxiety and very dry hair and skin. The ‘cure' Vicki was hoping for didn't materialise – another battle just began instead, as it took 18 months to access the treatment she now needed for her menopause. Vicki shares some of the struggles younger women have when trying to get help for endometriosis and/or a surgical or early menopause, and reflects on the decision she made and the lack of information provided to her at the time. Dr Louise Newson advises women in this situation to speak with their doctor about the likelihood of surgery triggering menopause and to find out about the symptoms and benefits of HRT in advance, so you are prepared. Vicki's tips if you have, or think you have, endometriosis: Do your own research and be your own advocate, push for answers Keep pushing your GP, make them listen to you, show them your pain diary and take someone with you who sees you when you have pain Learn as much as you can about endometriosis; treatments are not just surgical, there's exercise, diet, physiotherapy, and others Understand that hysterectomy isn't a cure for endometriosis but if it is the right decision for you, learn about the menopause and benefits of HRT in advance. You can read more about Vicki's experience here and follow her on Instagram Vicki helped contribute to the booklet, ‘Endometriosis and You' For more about endometriosis, visit Endometriosis UK

In this edition Paul Pennington talks to Julia Priestley from the British Thyroid Foundation, Dr Andy Whittamore from Asthma + Lung UK and Rozie Corbett from Endometriosis UK. 

The Braw and The Brave is a podcast about people and their passions. N.B. This episode references endometriosis. See below for some helpful links. Episode 178 is in conversation with radio DJ and broadcaster Katy J. With a natural talent for communication, combined with her love for performing, Katy opted to pursue a career in journalism, studying for a degree and completing a number of internships before securing her role as Capital Scotland's Drivetime host in 2020! From interviewing the First Minister to DJing on stage at OVO Hydro, Katy embraces opportunities and thrives on the connecting with her audiences. Being diagnosed with endometriosis and facing many challenges health-wise over the last few years, Katy continues to channel her energy into raising awareness of the condition. From her podcast OvaryActing to her Endometriosis UK ambassadorship, she is committed to sharing her experiences, offering support to others who are dealing with it. As host of Young Scots podcast, Katy relishes the opportunity to highlight important issues and to amplify young people's voices! Enjoy! LINKS Katy's Instagram https://instagram.com/katyjjo?utm_medium=copy_link Listen to Katy's show on weekdays between 4-7pm here: https://www.capitalfm.com/glasgow/radio/shows-presenters/katy-j/ Endometriosis UK https://www.endometriosis-uk.org/ Endo Silence Scot https://instagram.com/endosilencescot?utm_medium=copy_link Katy's podcast OvaryActing https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/ovaryacting/id1556897498 If you've enjoyed this episode you can help support the production of future episodes by clicking on the Ko-Fi link below. Many thanks. https://ko-fi.com/thebrawandthebrave Follow The Braw and The Brave https://www.instagram.com/thebrawandthebravepodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/TheBrawandTheBrave https://twitter.com/BrawBrave See https://soundcloud.com/ for privacy and terms of use

Endometriosis with Gemma Beswick and Aimee GillEndometriosis can affect anyone assigned female at birth, including women, trans men, non-binary and intersex individuals.Gemma is a Volunteer Leader for the charity Endometriosis UK. Because of her lived experience of endometriosis she is passionate about supporting people who are waiting for a diagnosis and joins us to answer our questions.Aimee is a Sunflower wearer, who is now 18 years old but first started experiencing symptoms when she was 11, at 14 she received her diagnosis. Aimee has had numerous surgical and drug treatments. In the conversation they explain the physical effects of endometriosis and the emotional trauma they experienced at not being believed, having to fight for the correct diagnosis and friends falling away.If you are experiencing problems discussed in this podcast contact your GP or healthcare practitioner.For supportEndometriosis UK Check out Aimee's Instagram account Endo FighterCheck out the Fife Group Endometriosis Facebook pageEndometriosis FifeInvisible Disabilities IndexEndometriosis Hosted by Chantal Boyle, Hidden Disabilities Sunflower.Want to share your story? email conversations@hiddendisabilitiesstore.com    

Summary  In this episode, we are joined by Dr Vimee Bindra, consultant endometriosis excisional surgeon in Hyderabad, India and Dr Emma Evans, clinical psychologist at Oxford University Hospitals NHS Trust, UK. Together we explore how surgery, psychological interventions, and other more holistic and personalised options can help manage endometriosis associated symptoms. We also hear from Margarida Sardo about her experience with managing her endometriosis symptoms and what options worked for her along her endometriosis journey.  If you liked today's episode, please like, share and subscribe!  This podcast was generously brought to you by the Nuffield Department of Women's and Reproductive Health, at the University of Oxford.  We would like to thank Dr Vimee Bindra and Dr Emma Evans for sharing their expertise in the field of surgical and psychological management of endometriosis symptoms. Finally, thank you to Margarida Sardo for sharing with us her journey to finding the treatment that works for her endometriosis symptoms, as well as her science communication expertise throughout the podcast.  Contact Details:   Dr Vimee Bindra: (email): vimee.bindra@gmail.com / (twitter): @VimeeBindra / (instagram): @endometriosissurgeon_india / (facebook): https://www.facebook.com/endometriosisspecialist / (linkedin): https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-vimee-bindra-basu-7514765b/   Dr Emma Evans: (twitter): @DrEmmaEvans  Margarida Sardo: (email) margaridasardo@me.com / (twitter): @MargaridaSardo    Additional Resources:   Endometriosis UK: treatment     Want to support the work of charities that provide mental health support and advice? Consider donating to Mind.  

In this week's podcast Jinty and Lou talk Periods and endometriosis and dispel the stigma that both men and women have around this topic. Emma Barnett has written a go to book on the topic, It's about bloody time Period and we hear period stories from the Collective. We meet Jess Jairath a woman with endometriosis who tells her story and how she has dealt with this debilitating illness through her life, one in ten women assigned female at birth endure unrelenting pain associated with this disease. We find out how Lou got on with her WI her letter of gratitude. We begin Sex Lessons From History by Dr Fern Riddell and discuss where the word fuck comes from. There's a love potion to try from Lou who's got a fab name for her potion. Lou talks about her trip to London and why drinking like it's 1988 is not such a good idea and from an Instagram post Jinty shared we talk histamine and how it effects us. The Book Collective get stuck into the first 3 chapters of Sex Lessons From history by Dr Fern Riddell, chapter 1 is aptly named the first fuck and we find out where the word fuck derived from. There's a naughty nun in the 17th century who used visions of God to make love to other nuns. The book is so rich in fact but weaves through the stories of sex. The Foodie Collective this week is a love potion by Lou and it's non-alcoholic aptly named Love Potion 69, the recipe is below, it's light and refreshing and alcohol could be added to your taste! Lou's WI from Jinty was to write a letter of gratitude, Lou reads out the letter and we find out how negativity in your life can be turned around to make a positive impact. We hear period stories from the Collective and read excerpts from Emma Barnett's new book, It's about bloody time Period, who knew that the pill-period was only put in place to placate the pope and it to 58 years to overturn this mis-information, surely not the patriarchy at work again?! Our guest this week is the lovely Jess Jairath who tells us her story of endometriosis it's a debilitating and under diagnosed disease that affects as many people as type 2 diabetes but with very little research. Jess dispels myths and opens up about what it is like on a day to day basis living with pain, the amount of bleeding and how she has to run her diary around her periods. Jess give us her 3 tips if you or someone you know has Endometriosis. She is raising awareness of endometriosis by raising vital funds to help the Endometriosis UK a charity specialising in helping sufferers with support and research.       Love Potion 69 Recipe: Raspberries, ginger beer, raspberry cordial, sugar and a sprig of mint. Wipe a raspberry around the rim of the glass and dip it in sugar, add crushed raspberries into the glass and pour in raspberry cordial and top up with ginger beer and decorate with a sprig of mint. Simple, refreshing and naughty!  You can find Jess on Instagram at kai_in _the_wild and Support Jess and Endometriosis Uk here https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/Jessica-Jairath1?utm_campaign=lc_frp_share_transaction_transactional_--_page_launched_--_campaign&utm_content=99d07d43-3802-4458-92a9-00e88ce57efd&utm_medium=email&utm_source=postoffice&utm_term=1623742857606 Buy Fern Riddell's book here https://www.hive.co.uk/Product/Fern-Riddell/Sex-Lessons-From-History/24568569 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jinty-sheerin/message

Ep.54 of the Sports Therapy Association Podcast brings you an 'Endometriosis Special' with special guest Deborah Thurlow-Rowley of the Bedfordshire Support Group for Endometriosis UK. Around 1.5 million women in the UK are currently living with Endometriosis, a chronic and often debilitating condition that can cause painful or heavy periods, and may also lead to infertility, fatigue and bowel & bladder problems. Because endometriosis manifests itself in a variety of ways and shares symptoms with other conditions, diagnosis can be difficult and often delayed. Recent research shows that there is now an average of 7.5 years between women first seeing a doctor about their symptoms and receiving a firm diagnosis. And that's for a condition with a prevalence equal to that of Diabetes! This was a truly eye-opening episode. An huge thank you to Deborah Thurlow-Rowley for sharing details & photos of her own personal journey with endometriosis, and indeed to those of you who joined us for the live recording and also shared your own experiences. Endometriosis provides soft tissue therapists with once again an opportunity to change lives IF we ask the right questions. 1 in 10 of our female clients could be suffering from endometriosis. Lets play a part in helping them get a quicker diagnosis than the current average of 7 years. Websites Of Interest https://www.endometriosis-uk.org/ https://www.endometriosis-uk.org/support-group/42400 https://www.facebook.com/endometriosis.uk.org/   Join us next week LIVE for Ep.55 - June 15th at 8pm: 'Over 60's Resistance Training' with special guest Chris Tiley Enjoyed the episode? Please take a couple of minutes to leave us a rating & review on Apple Podcasts. It really does make all the difference in helping us reach out to a larger audience. iPhone users you can do this from your phone, Android users you will need to do it from iTunes. All episodes are streamed live to our YouTube channel and remember all soft tissue therapists (non members included) are welcome to join us for the LIVE recording on Tuesdays at 8pm (UK time) on the Sports Therapy Association Facebook Page Questions? Email: matt@thesta.co.uk  

This episode is a conversation between AHSW General Manager Hannah, Katrina Millar and Kirstie Millar, the creators of Ache magazine. Ache is an intersectional feminist publisher exploring illness, health, bodies and pain. The discussion explores the ways writing can be used as a vehicle for opening up irrational, subversive narratives about bodies, and how this can be a way of resisting the rational medical discourse on health. Other areas this episode touches on are personal experiences of Endometriosis, eating disorders and health anxiety, ways to approach health from a more intersectional perspective, and exploring illness creatively within a community. Find out more about Ache magazine at their website: https://achemagazine.co.uk/ You can buy Cusp, a new collection of feminist writing exploring bodies, myth and magic via their online shop: https://achemagazine.bigcartel.com Follow Ache on social media to hear about upcoming workshops and events, and future submission announcements: https://www.instagram.com/helloachemagazine/ https://twitter.com/ache_magazine Here are some more links related to the topics covered in the episode: --Race and Health is a collective of academics, artists, activists and individuals seeking to reverse the harmful effects racism and discrimination has on health. Website: https://raceandhealth.org/ / Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/raceandhealth/ --Cori Smith is a trans man living with endometriosis. In this essay Cori speaks on the difficulties he has encountered when seeking gynaecological healthcare as a trans man: https://thoughtcatalog.com/cori-smith/2019/09/what-its-like-to-have-endometriosis-as-a-transgender-man/ —Endometriosis UK is a national charity that offers valuable resources for individuals who think they might have endometriosis or are living with the condition: https://endometriosis-uk.org/understanding-endometriosis —BEAT is a national eating disorder charity with information, resources and support: https://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/ —Black Minds Matter is an organisation connecting black individuals with free mental health services and offering valuable mental health resources: https://www.blackmindsmatteruk.com

To mark the end of Endometriosis month and we wanted to share with you a bumper episode - a guest interview with an expert and a true-life patient story. First up we chat with Andrew Horne - Professor of Gynaecology and Reproductive Sciences at Edinburgh University and an all-round expert when it comes to endometriosis. Andrew is currently involved in ground-breaking research into a drug treatment trial for endometriosis. He and his team identified that women with endometriosis produce excess lactate in the pelvis, compared to women without the condition, and are trialling a cancer drug to see if this will reduce the lactate levels in these women and reduce the endometrial lesions. Lactate causes pain and therefore reducing lactate may help to reduce the pain experienced by women with endometriosis. Andrew is also currently recruiting women to be involved in a study looking at the benefits of surgery with regards to improvements in pain and quality of life. This trial will be rolled out among many Endometriosis centres in the UK. We talk about the main misconceptions surrounding endometriosis and in particular how women are often told that painful periods are normal. Pain is not normal if it impacts your relationship, work or quality of living. If you feel your pain is not being taken seriously by your doctor – keep going back. If you're suffering from chronic pain you may find it useful to see a pain psychologist for support. The symptoms of endometriosis are not just pain. Women can also experience fatigue, pain when passing urine or opening the bowels, painful sex and infertility. We talked about the frustrations surrounding the lengthy time to diagnosis and the management using pain medications and surgery and where appropriate, complimentary therapies can offer some benefit. Many women are interested in how diet and supplements can impact endometriosis and Andrew is starting to investigate this area, and it will be really interesting to see what comes out of these studies. Keep tuned and you can be sure we'll be the first to let you know when we hear more! You can hear previous conversations we have had with Endometriosis UK https://www.thefertilitypodcast.com/listen-and-learn-about-endometriosis/ (here ) Following Andrew, is our chat with Gemma Watts about her lengthy diagnosis from painful periods aged 14 to years of missed opportunities for a diagnosis until she was 31. Gemma had been dismissed at so many points, it was her husband who forced her to go back to the Doctor as her periods were putting her in bed for 2/3 hours. Gemm had been told it was down to her being under weight, that she didn't really have enough symptoms as the pain went after 6 hours and she was told there was still no point in doing a laparoscopy and to try IUI. In Feb 2020, Gemma worked with Kate and learnt more about what was going on with her body and went on to have treatment of 3 IUI's and on the first scan, at the fertility clinic, she was told she had Endometriosis, despite having always been told this wasn't the case. In fact Gemma had a large Endometrioma often the only thing you see on a scan.  When Gemma saw someone privately within 5 minutes she was diagnosed with Stage Endometriosis - the most excessive as it's not just in the uterus it can be all over the body Endometriosis UK says even if you just have 1 symptom - still ask. Gemma has started talking about it more as she was desperate to find more people to talk to about it and now has found 4 people in her church. She has found Facebook groups can be helpful - but stresses that as with all social media, you to need to be in the right mindset ad remember everyone's stories are different. She is working hard to control the condition with diet, as there is some evidence that gluten/dairy-free and Gemma has found the...  See https://acast.com/privacy (acast.com/privacy) for privacy and opt-out information.

Emedichiosis? Endoleechriosis? Endometulotus? ENDOMETRIOSIS was discovered over 160 years ago and ONE. IN. TEN. (Potentially more) people suffer with it worldwide! So, why, why, why, why, WHY don't we know everything there is to know about it?! Our lovely Sach was diagnosed with Endometriosis in 2016, she has since used her platform to raise awareness (a boss) and more recently became a proud ambassador for Endometriosis UK! This week comedian, writer, artist and Sacha's hero Eleanor Thom will be joining us to tell us what brought her to write her fearless / funny / BRILLIANT memoir Private Parts, a book about Eleanor's experiences of living (... sleeping, walking, talking, eating, sitting, standing, working...) with Endometriosis.  While covering the wider systemic issues that lead to a lack of gynae health awareness, Eleanor and Sach tell and compare their Endo stories (in a nutshell... we'd need at least 8 years to tell you everything... coincidentally the same amount of time it generally takes to get a diagnosis!!!), which symptoms to look out for, and a few tips / what to do if you experience any of them. Thank you so so deeply for listening to this episode. We really hope you learn a thing or two about this chronic and often debilitating condition that is almost definitely effecting someone you know. ONE. IN. TEN. Please come and find us over @thevaginamonoblogs on Instagram. You are also fully encouraged to read/listen to Eleanor's wonderful book Private Parts, I mean, it's been endorsed by Phoebe Waller- Bridge... need you know more?

In this teaser episode, we are joined by Margarida Sardo who shares with us her endometriosis journey, and reveals questions that she's had and continues to have about the condition. If you liked today's episode, please like, share and subscribe! This podcast was generously brought to you by the Nuffield Department of Women's and Reproductive Health, at the University of Oxford. We would like to thank Margarida Sardo, a Science Communication Researcher at UWE Bristol, for sharing both her experience of living with endometriosis, as well as her science communication expertise throughout the podcast. Contact Details: Margarida Sardo: margaridasardo@me.com Twitter: @MargaridaSardo Support Resources:  Local (UK) Endometriosis Support Groups Mental Health Support Want to support endometriosis research and those with endometriosis? Please consider donating to Endometriosis UK.

This podcast includes descriptions of living with endometriosis, including surgery, pain and heavy bleeding. If you do not want to hear this you can skip to 5:22 to hear the rest of the podcast. As part of Endometriosis Awareness Month, we are joined by Vicky Chapman, founder and leader of the Endometriosis UK Dundee Support Group, who shares with us her experience being diagnosed with endometriosis, the value of peer support and what ultimately led her to set up a local support group. For Endometriosis Awareness Month, Endometriosis UK are asking people to do the 1 in 10 challenge and ‘Endo the Stigma’ Information about the Dundee group can be found on ALISS: https://www.aliss.org/services/endometriosis-uk-dundee-support-group/ The Facebook page Vicky speaks about: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1292521650889019/

A hypertonic pelvic floor is where the muscles are so tight they can't relax. It can happen after childbirth. It can be incredibly painful. And we can add it to a long list of things we've never heard of but probably should.In this episode, Helen is joined by the award-winning broadcaster and journalist Emma Barnett who says a hypertonic pelvic floor is one of the ‘most upsetting' things she's ever been through. Emma's not afraid to smash stigmas. She's literally written the book on periods and spoken openly about living with endometriosis. But a tight pelvic floor? She'd just never come across it.‘I would have loved to have heard this conversation when my son was around three months old and I was scrabbling about on the internet late at night thinking ‘Am I losing my mind here?'Helen and Emma talk about awareness, a need for research and how ‘women's issues' don't always get the platform they deserve.Emma presents Woman's Hour on BBC Radio 4 in the UK and is a regular on BBC 2's Newsnight You can find Emma's book 'It's About Bloody Time. Period.' hereShe's @emmabarnett on Instagram and @Emmabarnett on TwitterFor more information on hypertonic pelvic floor listen to: Pelvic Floor Problems 101   Sarah's Story Find Helen @whymumsdontjump on Instagram and Twitter or at www.whymumsdontjump.comTo find a pelvic health physiotherapist in the UK, Emma mentioned Mummy MOT or you could try the Squeezy Directory For more information and support about Endometriosis, go to Endometriosis UK

Hi Everyone. Today we are joined by Sam who shares her hints and tips for keeping on top of the housework with a chronic illness. The link to her blog https://gettingbacktosam.blogspot.com/The link to Endometriosis UK https://www.endometriosis-uk.org/

This week we are speaking with Louise who is a sufferer of Endometriosis and will be telling us about her unique experience of the condition. We recently made a podcast about this topic with Endometriosis UK (episode 18) which provides more detailed information. It was a privilege to hear Louise's experience of endo, we hope you enjoy it! There is some swearing in this episode.    https://www.wellandgood.com/women-clinical-trials/ Hosts: Shanti & Marina Guest: Louise Litchfield Sound Editor and Song Writer: Will Grant https://www.womenwhofight.co.uk/  instagram.com/willgrantt

What is Endometriosis and why don't more people know about it? Endometriosis is a serious condition that affects 1 in 10 women, and takes an average of 8 years to get diagnosed. There are very few options for treatments and research is lacking to help the women affected by this condition, and according to an article in the Guardian more money has been has been spent on erectile dysfunction than endometriosis (https://www.theguardian.com/education/2019/dec/18/women-have-been-woefully-neglected-does-medical-science-have-a-gender-problem) As it affects such a vast percentage of the population, we really wanted to open the conversation and invited Faye from Endometriosis UK and Rhea who suffers from endometriosis.  Rhea's Story: I was diagnosed with stage 4 severe endometriosis in 2011 after 7 years of misdiagnosis in a London hospital.  Both my bowel surgeon and gynae surgeon performed what they called pioneering surgery on a woman of my age. They had to remove 10 inches of bowel, my left fallopian tube and I had a lot of work on my pelvis to name but a few things. The recovery was a struggle and endometriosis still throws obstacles at me. My experience of the disease prompted me to try and help other woman and show them that I am living proof you can get through. I was lucky enough to be selected to work as an online support Group Leader for Endometriosis UK and I have been volunteering for 3 years. I love the role and want to do as much as I can to raise awareness of this debilitating disease. Hosts: Shanti & Marina Guest: Faye and Rhea Sound Editor and Song Writer: Will Grant https://www.endometriosis-uk.org/ https://www.womenwhofight.co.uk/  https://www.instagram.com/willgrantt/

This is a special episode. Lucy talk with Georgia from Endometriosis Merseyside about the real life effects of living with Endo. If you ever feel there is something wrong please don't feel you have to suffer alone. Head to the Endometriosis UK page to find a support group in your area! https://www.endometriosis-uk.org/ Thank you for listening.

This week my guest is one of the strongest people I've had the good fortune to meet - Michaela Abenson. Michaela suffers from a condition called endometriosis, that despite affecting 1 in 10 women in the UK and costs the UK economy roughly £8.2billion a year, is rarely discussed openly and there is no known cure. Since suffering from endometriosis as a 12 year old and only getting diagnosed at 18, her life has been fraught with agonising pain, fertility issues and multiple surgeries, one of which she'll have had in between recording and releasing this conversation. We recorded this quite a few weeks ago, in person at a distance from one another, and it's a heartfelt conversation that I hope you'll find enlightening and inspiring. -- Michaela's social media can be found here: Facebook - facebook.com/PrettyInPain2/ Instagram - instagram.com/pretty.in_pain/ You can find more information about Endometriosis UK at endometriosis-uk.org and the Jewish fertility charity Kivisi at kivisi.com. -- This episode is sponsored by Northern Powerhouse Media. To find out more about Northern Powerhouse Media's extensive range of products, go to npmedia.co.uk. Use promo code SODSPOD for a 50% introductory discount on your first order. If you'd like to support Sod's Law you can become a Sod's Law patron at patreon.com/sodspod from as little as £1 /$1 a month - there are different tiers including ad-free episodes, giveaways and more!

This week we chat a bit about the current political landscape, cancel culture vs valid criticism, and champion the new BodyForm campaign as a progressive part of the female health journey... Womb stories campaign here: https://www.bodyform.co.uk/our-world/why-our-wombstories-need-to-be-heard/Flow & Fruit Instagram account: https://www.instagram.com/flowandfruit/?hl=enUnsolved Mysteries documentary on NetflixAthlete A documentary on NetflixOn The record on AmazonMiss America (BBC Iplayer series)My Life on the Road by Gloria SteinemNatives by AkalaA list of female health charities to donate to (if you're able) Well Being of Women (they invest in pioneering research for women's health): https://www.wellbeingofwomen.org.uk/donate/Every Month Manchester (helping to end period poverty in Manchester): https://www.everymonthcampaign.org/donateBloody Good Period (helping the fight against period poverty): https://www.bloodygoodperiod.com/Endometriosis UK (providing vital support services, reliable information for those affected by endometriosis.: https://www.endometriosis-uk.org/about-usMarie Stopes (providing high quality reproductive healthcare to people within the UK): https://www.mariestopes.org.uk/Women's Aid (helping women experiencing domestic abuse): https://www.womensaid.org.uk/donate/WISH (women's mental health charity): https://donate.giveasyoulive.com/donate?cid=108281&&wl=1&br=5Helen Bamber Foundation (help survivors of human rights violations): http://www.helenbamber.org/about-us/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week we chat a bit about the current political landscape, cancel culture vs valid criticism, and champion the new BodyForm campaign as a progressive part of the female health journey... Womb stories campaign here: https://www.bodyform.co.uk/our-world/why-our-wombstories-need-to-be-heard/Flow & Fruit Instagram account: https://www.instagram.com/flowandfruit/?hl=enUnsolved Mysteries documentary on NetflixAthlete A documentary on NetflixOn The record on AmazonMiss America (BBC Iplayer series)My Life on the Road by Gloria SteinemNatives by AkalaA list of female health charities to donate to (if you're able) Well Being of Women (they invest in pioneering research for women's health): https://www.wellbeingofwomen.org.uk/donate/Every Month Manchester (helping to end period poverty in Manchester): https://www.everymonthcampaign.org/donateBloody Good Period (helping the fight against period poverty): https://www.bloodygoodperiod.com/Endometriosis UK (providing vital support services, reliable information for those affected by endometriosis.: https://www.endometriosis-uk.org/about-usMarie Stopes (providing high quality reproductive healthcare to people within the UK): https://www.mariestopes.org.uk/Women's Aid (helping women experiencing domestic abuse): https://www.womensaid.org.uk/donate/WISH (women's mental health charity): https://donate.giveasyoulive.com/donate?cid=108281&&wl=1&br=5Helen Bamber Foundation (help survivors of human rights violations): http://www.helenbamber.org/about-us/Thank you for listening! (You can find us below until the next episode)www.sophiarosemary.comInstagram: @sophia_rosemarywww.alicecatherine.comInstagram: @alicecatherine See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Welcome back! In this episode we discuss experiencing pregnancy after losing a baby and special guest Kelly-Jade talks about her journey of growing up with Endometriosis as a black women. Endometriosis UK have many resources on their website, all created by healthcare practitioners, including on diagnosis, fertility, and treatment. To find out more, visit: www.endometriosis-uk.org/get-support or follow them on social media @ endometriosis.uk

Naomi has been diagnosed with Crohns disease and endometriosis and feels stuck. Naomi wants to explore her options in how to accept her situation. To find help via talking therapies you can either go to your GP or the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) bacp.co.uk or bps.org.uk - they should be HCPC registered. Other helpful organisations: - MIND - www.mind.co.uk Crohn's & Colitis UK - www.crohnsandcolitis.org.uk Stomawise - www.stomawise.co.uk Ileostomy and Internal Pouch Association - www.iasupport.org Endometriosis UK - www.endometriosis-uk.org NHS - www.nhs.uk/conditions/stress-anxiety-depression/mental-health-helplines SAMARITANS - www.samaritans.org/how-we-can-help/contact-samaritan or call 116 123 WELLDOING - www.welldoing.org NICE - www.nice.org.uk/guidance You will find the transcript for episode 11 here: https://somethin-else.github.io/transcripts/hdwgh/episode11.txt How Did We Get Here? is a Somethin' Else Production.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Naomi has been diagnosed with Crohns disease and endometriosis and feels stuck. Naomi wants to explore her options in how to accept her situation. To find help via talking therapies you can either go to your GP or the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) bacp.co.uk or bps.org.uk - they should be HCPC registered. Other helpful organisations: - MIND - www.mind.co.uk Crohn's & Colitis UK - www.crohnsandcolitis.org.uk Stomawise - www.stomawise.co.uk Ileostomy and Internal Pouch Association - www.iasupport.org Endometriosis UK - www.endometriosis-uk.org NHS - www.nhs.uk/conditions/stress-anxiety-depression/mental-health-helplines SAMARITANS - www.samaritans.org/how-we-can-help/contact-samaritan or call 116 123 WELLDOING - www.welldoing.org NICE - www.nice.org.uk/guidance You will find the transcript for episode 11 here: https://somethin-else.github.io/transcripts/hdwgh/episode11.txt How Did We Get Here? is a Somethin' Else Production.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Life with endometriosis isn’t always easy and it can have a huge impact on a person’s social life. In the past few years, I’ve really experienced this. Even though I’m doing well in my management of the disease, it admittedly takes a lot of work to be able to do that, and sometimes that has come at the price of my social life. But I believe that a life filled with joyful moments with the ones we love is possible with endometriosis. It just might look different from your ordinary ‘healthy’ person’s social life. So I’m currently exploring ways to expand and enrich my social life, from sending flowers to cosy nights in. I hope that this episode makes you feel lesson alone, if it feels like endometriosis is taking over your life right now, and that my story gives you some hope. Let's get social! Come say hello on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook or sign up to my newsletter. This episode is sponsored by BeYou. Soothe period cramps the natural way with these 100% natural and discreet menthol and eucalyptus oil stick on patches and CBD range. Click here to find out more and to shop: https://beyouonline.co.uk/pages/how-it-works This episode is also sponsored by my free guide ‘Managing Endometriosis Naturally’. This guide is perfect for anyone just starting out on this journey of managing and reducing their symptoms. Download here.   Show Notes Tired Girl Society Goal Digger Loneliness and friendships episode Endometriosis UK  Everything Endo LA  Shelf Help Club Harry Potter and The Sacred Text meetups She’s Lost Control  Rob Bell podcast and events Harry Potter and The Sacred Text podcast The Struggle Between My Relationship and My Health

Women with suspected endometriosis can suffer from various symptoms, with some suffering more than others. RCGP Clinical Champion for Menstual Wellbeing, Dr Anne Connolly, talks to Jody Stewart, a patient representative, who works on the Menstrual Wellbeing Spotlight Project, in partnership with Endometriosis UK.  Jody shares her experience of endometriosis and how she has been managed its impact on her life.

In this week’s episode, I chat with the lovely Cat Horrocks of The Creative Introvert all about being an introvert, including the difference between introverts and extroverts and Cat offers some great tips for any introverts out there who want to start a creative career.   We talked about: Why Cat didn’t know she was an introvert for a long time and how she finally figured it out The difference between an introvert and an extrovert Gently expanding your comfort zone as an introvert Quiet by Susan Caine Adjusting your work environment to make it suit your needs How Cat coped with networking while starting her own business Cultivating self-awareness so that you can take care of your own needs and be on your A-game Finding the right time to work on your creative projects as an introvert Self-care for introverts The value of coaches and mastermind groups   And more. Listen here or on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or anywhere you usually get your podcasts.   You can find me on Twitter, Instagram and Pinterest @lucylucraft or on my blog: lucylucraft.com.   Please think about leaving the show a rating & review. For each one I receive, I give £2 to my chosen charity, which changes monthly.   Last month’s charity= Blossom’s Legacy This month’s charity= Endometriosis UK   Thanks to our sponsors for this season; The Blogger Course (get 20% off with the code WhatSheSaid) and SudioSweden (get 15% off with the code WhatSheSaid). Please support them the way they’re supporting me

Alice Smith is the 23 year old Trustee and Young Ambassador for Endometriosis UK causing a well deserved stir in education. The UK Government is reviewing what should be taught in Sex & Relationship and PSHE lessons in England, and Alice thinks it's about time that menstrual wellbeing made it on the agenda. 14% of menstruators are starting their periods in the UK without knowing what they are and 1 in 4 said they did not feel they knew what to do when they started their period*. This is a big problem. If young people aren't being sufficiently educated about what to expect from an 'average' period, how will they know when something's wrong? Alice and Endometriosis UK have launched a petition to get menstrual wellbeing taught in schools. They want the stigma and shame of periods to be broken, and for all pupils to understand what's 'normal' and what's not when it comes to menstruation, so people can recognise sooner the signs and symptoms of endometriosis, PCOS, fibroids and other menstrual related conditions sooner. I chatted to Alice about the petition, their social media campaign, her own experience of menstrual education in school and what we all can do to make a difference to future generations and end period shame. Let's get social! Come say hello on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook or sign up to my newsletter. Show Notes: This podcast is sponsored by you guys. I’m asking for your help and support to keep This EndoLife Podcast going - if you like the show and you find it helps you live better with endometriosis, could you consider helping the podcast? I’ve set up a Patreon, where you can donate to This EndoLife and help keep the show going by supporting me to cover the costs of the show. You can donate and find out more over on my Patreon page. This episode and The EndoLife intro music was edited and produced by The Pod Farm - podcast editing services for new and established podcasts. Visit the thepodfarm.com to find out more about their services and how they can help you grow your podcast from just an idea to polished and successful show.  Change.org Petition Endometriosis UK Campaign hashtag: #whatiwishilearned *Stats from Plan International's Break The Barriers Report