Tag: endometriosis
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Can You Conceive with Endometriosis?
Get Pregnant Fast If you’re navigating the journey of trying to conceive and have endometriosis, you might be feeling a bit overwhelmed. While endometriosis can present challenges for some women, many are still able to achieve successful pregnancies. Let’s break down what you need to know about endometriosis and its impact on fertility. What is…
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Is It Just ‘Normal’ Period Pain or Something More? Understanding Endometriosis
Get Pregnant Fast Endometriosis is a little-known condition that impacts approximately 1 in 10 women, many of whom are unaware of the turmoil occurring within their bodies. After battling pain for almost 15 years, I can finally say that I am part of the endo sisterhood—I have received my diagnosis. I now bear the marks…
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Stop Advising Women Trying to Conceive to ‘Just Relax’
Get Pregnant Fast It’s time to stop the misguided advice of telling women who are trying to conceive to “just relax.” This phrase, often uttered with the intent to comfort, is not only unhelpful but also rooted in outdated beliefs about women’s reproductive health. How many times have you heard someone say, “Stop stressing about…
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Mothering Through Endometriosis: A Journey of Resilience
Get Pregnant Fast “Can you come upstairs and enjoy a movie with Mommy this morning?” I ask, trying to infuse my voice with as much cheerfulness as possible. “Yes! Can we watch The Grinch? No school today, Mama?” my curious 4-year-old son replies, his eyes wide with anticipation. I can sense his confusion. “Not right…
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Expert Compares Menstrual Pain to Heart Attack, Yet Many Men Brush It Off as No Big Deal
Get Pregnant Fast Hey there! Ever tried to power through a demanding workday while feeling like someone is using a melon-baller to tear apart your insides? Many women have faced this ordeal, which explains why we might look ready to bite someone’s head off if they casually joke about “that time of the month.” For…
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Without the ACA, Accessing Endometriosis Treatment Would Have Been Impossible
Get Pregnant Fast My health journey may not seem extraordinary at first glance. I’m not battling cancer, facing a disability, or dealing with a life-threatening condition. Yet, the simplicity of my story makes it all the more relatable—my experiences could easily reflect those of many others. In 2014, my life took a turn for the…