Endo Battery

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) Navigating the often murky waters of chronic illness like endometriosis can be a lonely endeavour. But what if you could find solace, understanding, and support in a community of individuals who are walking the same path as you? Welcome to our special Friendsgiving episode, where we deep dive into our pers...

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) Have you ever felt dismissed or misunderstood when discussing your chronic pain? Ellie, an endowarrior and licensed professional counselor, addresses this important issue  as she shares her personal journey with endometriosis. We hear her firsthand experiences dealing with chronic pain and periods, and her...

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) What if you had the power to navigate your own health decisions, armed with accurate information and backed by a supportive community? In this fascinating episode, we share our journey of advocacy for endometriosis, protecting the community by ensuring they receive correct and helpful information. We recog...

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) A year flies by when you're immersed in the world of podcasting and advocacy. I can hardly believe it's been a year since the inception of Endo Battery, and what a journey it has been! Joined by the resilient Kimether Redmon, the formidable Kathleen King, and the seasoned Amy Corfeli, we take you...

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link)  Step into the world of Endo Battery, where we embark on a transformative journey filled with growth, learning, and boundless gratitude. As we pay tribute to the incredible Shelby, our co-founder who has decided to take a step back from the podcast, we want you to know that her voice, passion, and tenacity...

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) Ever wondered about the magic trio of hormones - estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone - and their role in our bodies? What about the often under-discussed impacts of undergoing a hysterectomy and oophorectomy? Join us as we unravel these complexities with our insightful guests, Sallie Sarrel and Inge....

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) Are you ready to conquer the mysteries of endometriosis, pelvic pain, and nerve impingement? Yes? Great! Buckle up and join us today as we delve into this complex world with the unparalleled insights of Dr. Sallie Sarrell and our special guest, Inge. In our fruitful discussion, we unmask the numerous culpr...

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link)  Dr. Lora Liu takes you on an insightful journey through her life and medical expertise in this must-listen episode! Join us as she shares her unique experience of growing up with her dad, CY Liu, and how it led her to watch surgery as a teen, creating a deep rooted interest in surgery. She stresses the va...

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) What do Elhers Danlos syndrome(EDS) , Hypermobile EDS (hEDS), Hypermobility Spectrum disorder, ADHD, Autism, and Endometriosis have in common? Libby Hinsley takes us through this tangled ball of yarn that really can't be separated.  Libby enlightens us with some powerful information when it comes to b...

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) We start our part two with talking about ways that we can communicate to your care provider and setting the tone for your appointment. Something we should always ask is what is the differential diagnosis? This puts you in a position to gather more information and have your doctor really be present with you...

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) Kimether Redmon joins us to share the importance of knowing the history of medical practices and its roots of racism. She walks us through the history of medical research and treatment when it comes to being a person of color and a woman. She gives detailed accounts of ways people of color were often used...

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) Amber MacDonald shares her heart breaking story of trying to find relief with extreme pain. Having multiple surgeries and being told that it's not Endometriosis, only to find out later that it was and a hysterectomy is the only way to get "rid" of the endo and the pain. Amber felt: less than...

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) Join  Alanna and Elliot as they talk about their take on what they've learned about the world of Endometriosis. This is a one on one conversation that invites listeners to the discussion on the way that Elliot and Alanna have evolved in their knowledge surrounding: - Endometriosis and how many people...

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) Ever wish that pelvic exams and intercourse were more comfortable or even possible? Dr. Amanda Olson not only helps give tools to achieve that goal, but created the tools! Dr. Olsen does not leave anything out when talking about ways to: - Use the intimate rose tools including the wands - Help your Pelvic...

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) If you missed part two of taking care of the caretakers the first time, this will allow you to either feel validated or give you insight to the challenges of a caregiver. This episode we are joined by our husbands, Dane and Elliot, to talk about challenges and ways that they felt depleted as support people...

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) Ever wonder what the value of having labs done is when it can't tell if you have Endometriosis?  Dr. Kim walks us through how to F.I.G.H.T to figure out if our bodies need extra support through: F- Food, Micro Nutrients  I- Inflammation, Immune, Infection G- GI, Genetics H- Hormones T- Toxins All of t...

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) We revisit that time we sat down with Nancy Petersen and talked about: -The progression of the Endometriosis Community, and the changes Nancy's seen -Hormones -Advanced training and how much it's grown, but there needs to be more -Being educated will lend to better consultations -Nancy's leg...

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) We are joined by Heather Guidone from the CEC in an empowering conversation about: -How far education for endometriosis has come since Heather started her journey looking up text in the library. -What pushed and continues to be the push for Heather to advocate  -What positive advocacy looks like -How chang...

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) Mike Baker (Endodad76 on instagram), is joined by his Wife, Kellie, and daughter, Sammie, in discussing what led him to create a space of advocacy for endo warriors through his AI art. Think like: - Watching Sammie suffer with debilitating pain - Kellie discovering her endometriosis diagnosis because of Sa...

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) We continue with part 2 of our discussion with Dr. Adam Duke and Dr. Yaniv Larish. This episode was enlightening for us as patients to hear when it came to what is taught, or not taught, in medical school. Dr. Duke and Dr. Larish walk us through - When they first heard about endometriosis -The lack of ment...

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) This episode it Part 1 in a 2 Part serious in a 'round table" like discussion with Dr. Adam Duke of Post Fall, ID and Dr. Yaniv Larish of New York, NY and Chelsea.  We talk about the importance of combining doctors, patients, Pelvic floor physical Therapist, advocates, and other practitioners at...

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) Katie and Allie are back for PRIDE month and are walking us through challenges that those in the LGBTQ+ community face. They share challenges of not only getting unbiased healthcare but diagnosis and treatment for complicated diseases like Endometriosis. They don't just have a patient perspective but...

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) In this episode we take a deep dive with Dr. Larish into: -Urinary incontinence -defecation incontinence -fecal function - Being diagnosed with UTI's (urinary tract infection) with negative cultures and the negative side effects of being misdiagnosed. -Suspicions as to what role SIBO plays in those mi...

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) In this Episode we talk about different challenges of being a parent and dealing with debilitating pain. We recognize that we are fortunate to have children, but that doesn't mean that it's easy. We talk about secondary infertility and the guilt associated with leaning on others to help you becau...

Send us a text with a question or thought on this episode ( We cannot replay from this link) In this episode we talk about ways that we found to be helpful in preparing for Excision surgery for Endometriosis and preparing for recovery. We discuss: -Ways to prepare your body for surgery -Prepare your mindset  -Set your expectations appropriately - Plan for the hospital and for leaving the hospital...