Lipedema Mamas Podcast

This week we are highlight the next batch of interviews we recorded LIVE at the 2025 FDRS conference in Atlanta, GA. In this episode, you will hear from Dr. David Amron and Dr. Karen Herbst- the dynamic duo bringing surgery, research, and prevention methods to the lipedema community from their offices in Beverly Hills, CA; Tuscon, AZ; and Salt Lake City, UT. To learn more, visit advancedlipedematr...

This last weekend was the annual Fat Disorders Resource Society conference in Atlanta, GA, and we got the hot takes right off the press (and some fresh off the presentation stage) coming for you! This week is part 1 of 3. On this week's episode you will hear from Cheyenne Brinson, the president of FDRS; Dr. Thomas Wright, lipedema surgeon and medical director for Lipedema Surgical Solutions; D...

As many of you know, our community suffered a tremendous loss this week at the passing of Pattie Cornute. To honor her memory, we are reposting the episode she recorded with us earlier this summer. We hope that you will be comforted by her voice, encouraged by her strength, and determined now more than ever before to continue her legacy of loving kindness to this amazing community and to the world...

Anna O'Brien is known for her bold social media presence as @glitterandlazers. Garnering a following of close to 12 million, Anna does everything with authenticity, color, pizazz, and captivating candor. She loves sharing about the things she really loves online, and she has recently undergone several lipedema removal surgeries including a brachioplasty- and she did it all in real-time in fron...

Just in time for Valentine's Day, we are chatting with sex therapist Celeste Smith. This episode is actually one we recorded over a year ago and has been sitting in the vault. We hope you enjoy Celeste's gentle approach to physical intimacy when you have a chronic illness, what it means to be regulated vs disregulated, and EDs. Visit celestesmiththerapy.com for more resources on these topi...

This is a fascinating episode! Diagnosed with stage 2 lipedema, Shari Guess has endured one health crisis after another. One major culprit of her troubles? An allergy to heavy metals. And this may not be as uncommon as you think! Listen as she breaks down the implications of this issue and how it might be affecting lipedema patients. This episode is filled with so much good information! We hope yo...

Shawn and Ashley are catching up this week. They get real about dealing with anxiety, navigating nutrition, and what hair care tricks they're utilizing. Thank you, as always, to our sponsors: Lipoelastic, AIROS Medical, and Marena. For more information on Lipoelastic, go to ⁠www.lipoelasticshop.com⁠ and their Instagram @lipoelastic_usa For 10% off your purchase in the UK or US, enter the code...

You guys have been asking, so here it is! The episode all about perimenopause and menopause! We asked Virginia all the things that were on our mind and walked away with so much good information! We hope you enjoy it as much as we did! To find more with Virginia, check out her Instagram page @virginiashealthcorner or at her website www.virginiashealthcorner.ie Thank you, as always, to our sponsors:...

This week we are interviewing lipedema surgeon Dr. Boris Volshteyn. Dr. Volshteyn is based out of New Jersey and is a board certified plastic surgeon. Listen to his unique approach to lipedema removal surgery here. We hope you enjoy! To find more with Dr. Volshteyn, check out his Instagram page @atlanticsurgicalassociates or at his website www.atlanticsurgicalassociates.com Thank you, as always, t...

To start off SEASON 5 of the Lipedema Mamas Podcast and the new year, we are chatting with coach and podcast host of the Wellness Revolution Amber Shaw. Amber found herself divorced and at a loss for what to do years ago and has taken everything she's learned and turned it into a way of helping women navigate life's tough interruptions. Whether you are acquainted with divorce or not, this episode...

The last episode of season 4! Listen as Ashley and Shawn recap their year and talk about their mindset going into the new year. We absolutely love serving this community with this podcast, and we are looking forward to a wonderful 2025! What do you want to hear about this year? Let us know in the comments! You can find Shawn on Instagram at @the_lipedema_mama You can find Ashley on Instagram at @t...

Ever heard of somatics? If not, welcome to a new tool you can put in your toolbox that might not only positively impact your journey with lipedema- but your overall mental and emotional health as well. Listen as we talk with certified coach Katie Morgan about the basics of somatic work and as she leads us through a body scan. This one is likely best listened to in a relaxing, quiet space where you...

This interview had us in tears in the best way possible. Amy brings a grounded grace and honesty to the table when she talks about her journey with lipedema and hashimoto's. She is the founder of the blog and podcast "Love Your Body Well," and what you won't find here is a bunch of fluff on how to magically love your body. What you will find is powerful truths to hold on to as you embark on loving...

If you've seen her social media account, you know that Katie Glynn GETS the lipedema community and is always ready to offer it any help she can. As an OT with 17 years experience, Katie gives her patients (and her Instagram followers) lots to pack in their toolbox whenever she can! Listen as we talk about an oldie but a goodie- dry brushing. What is the deal with it and HOW do we do it?! Plus so m...

This week we are giving you a glimpse inside our growing online support group- The Circle! (Posted with permission of course!) Listen to an actual meeting we had just a few weeks ago as we chat about all things lipedema- plus what questions to ask a surgeon at an initial consult and how to involve our spouses and partners into this journey and invite them to support us. We meet virtually each week...

This week we are chatting with Hilary. Hilary noticed Lipedema was brought on by Lymes Disease in her life. She had lipedema removal surgery 10 years ago. Where is she now? We cover so many great topics in this episode. We hope you enjoy... You can find more with Hilary at her website: www.hilarystowers.com You can find Shawn on Instagram at @the_lipedema_mama You can find Ashley on Instagram at @...

You asked, and we have delivered! This week we are interviewing world-renowned surgeon Dr. Burgos De La Obra from Lipemedical in Madrid, Spain. We had such a fantastic conversation with him that we had to split it up into two parts. Part two we get to hear about the cost breakdown of surgeries at Lipemedical, why he chooses general anesthesia (so interesting!), and if Lipedema can come back after...

You asked, and we have delivered! This week we are interviewing world-renowned surgeon Dr. Burgos De La Obra from Lipemedical in Madrid, Spain. We had such a fantastic conversation with him that we had to split it up into two parts. Part one we get to hear how Dr. Burgos came to be acquainted with Lipedema, what his virtual consults entail, BMI, and more! To find more with Dr. Burgos, visit Lipeme...

This week we are giving you an inside look into what our monthly virtual meetings with a guest expert are like in our online community The Circle! This month we had Dr. Alexis Ormes, a naturopathic doctor on to talk with us and answer all of our questions. Listen as she discusses some big hitters: sleep, stress, hormones and digestion. To find more with Dr. Ormes, visit her website www.ormesnd.com...

**Trigger warning: This episode describes some of the unhealthy ways in which we have tried to navigate diet and nutrition in the past. Listen with care and if you struggle with disordered eating or an eating disorder, we encourage you to seek professional help. As Lipedema patients, we most likely have all at one time or another done something drastic to try and lose weight. In this episode, Shaw...

We sat down with Lipedema specialists Dr. David Amron and Dr. Karen Herbst and had such an amazing conversation that we had to break it up into two parts. This week, listen as we discuss these big topics: GLP-1s, the best time for a Lipedema patient to start a family, whether or not Lipedema can come back after surgery, and more... Find Dr. David Amron and Dr. Karen Herbst on Instagram at.. @david...

We sat down with Lipedema specialists Dr. David Amron and Dr. Karen Herbst and had such an amazing conversation that we had to break it up into two parts. This week, listen as we discuss how these two professionals came together and why and what they have to say on venous insufficiency in Lipedema patients. Find Dr. David Amron and Dr. Karen Herbst on Instagram at.. @davidamronmd @drkarenherbst @t...

This week we are talking with a member of our online community Terri. Terri is over 65 and a Lipedema patient who has recently undergone Lipedema removal surgery. Listen as she details her journey with Lipedema and her surgeries with Dr. Su from ArtLipo in Tampa, FL. You can find Shawn on Instagram at @the_lipedema_mama You can find Ashley on Instagram at @the_lippy_lady Thank you, as always, to o...

Shawn has been taking a form of semiglutide or tirzepatide for close to 6 months, and now Ashley is giving it a whirl by microdosing semiglutide. Take a listen to how their journeys are going so far! These medications can be about more than just weight loss. They've been known to decrease inflammation, bring down the "food noise," and other health benefits. What are your thoughts? Ha...

Today we are chatting with our friend Jaclyn Ulman. Jaclyn is a Lipedema patient who has had two removal surgeries and is now navigating the world of fertility and egg freezing. She has also enlisted the help of Dr. Karen Herbst during this process to help her do what she can to keep Lipedema progression at bay. Listen as we talk through all the details, the ups and downs, the tips, and as we chat...