Lipedema Mamas Podcast

We're getting a bit more personal with this episode and talking a little more in depth about our faith and how that carries us through the hard times- or as we affectionately call it- the dumpster fires of life. We hope you enjoy and even if you don't share our same beliefs, that you find some encouragement this week and every week here at the Lipedema Mamas Podcast! You can find Shawn on...

Today we are talking with Samantha Kershisnik of @lift_up_lipedema. Sam has gone through a long journey of painful periods, abnormal bleeding, pelvic pain, and experienced a lot of Lipedema growth during pregnancies before finally being diagnosed with Ehlers-Danlos, hyper-mobility, and Lipedema. Now she strives to raise awareness and education on her Instagram page @lift_up_lipedema. You can find...

We are two mamas who have made it through the summer and now onto juggling routine, cats, divorce, GLP-1. We are talking about all the things on this week's episode! 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 our sponsors: Lipoelastic and AIROS Medical and Arion Slides. For more information on Lipoelastic,...

Today we are talking to a sweet friend Denise who is sharing all about her journey with Lipedema- from finding out about it on social media to going down the road of surgery. You can find Denise on Instagram at @denisewjones 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 our sponsors: Lipoelastic and AIROS Medical...

Today we are talking with someone who is brand new to the world of Lipedema, self-diagnosed and looking for an official diagnosis and asking all the questions- Lisa opens up today and turns the tables. She's asking US the questions. Listen as she asks so many of the questions that we all wondered about when we first found out about Lipedema. This will be the episode to send to your friends who...

Today we are answering more of your most frequently asked questions. 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 our sponsors: Lipoelastic and AIROS Medical and Arion Slides. For more information on Lipoelastic, go to www.lipoelasticshop.com and their Instagram @lipoelastic_usa For 10% off your purchase in the U...

The F-word you didn't know you NEED to know! Fascia! Listen as the amazing Linda Anne Kahn breaks down what fascia is, the part it plays in our body, and how paying attention to it/treating it can help us in more ways than one. You can find more with Linda Anne on her Instagram @lindaannekahn You can find Shawn on Instagram at @the_lipedema_mama You can find Ashley on Instagram at @the_lippy_l...

Pump therapy. We hear a lot about it, but what benefits does pumping actually give? How do we get one? Today we are talking with the clinical advisor to AIROS Medical, Adie MacKenzie. Adie is a PTA, LMT, and LANA certified CLT. She brings her expertise of lymphatic therapy to this conversation and helps us understand this incredible conservative therapy better! Take a listen You can find more at w...

We're answering some commonly asked questions from you today! Both non-surgical and surgical. We hope you enjoy! Find us on Instagram @lipedema_mamas_podcast 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 our sponsors: Lipoelastic and AIROS Medical! For more information on Lipoelastic, go to www.lipoelasticshop...

This is a can't miss episode! We don't always realize the impact that our pelvic floor health has on so many areas of our life. If you've never heard it broken down for you- this is your episode! You can find more with Kelly on Instagram at @thelippypt 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 our...

We knew that rebounding was a great form of conservative therapy, but after this episode we are even more jazzed than ever at all the amazing ways rebounding can benefit us as Lippy ladies on so many different levels! Use code LIPMAMAS10 for 10% off your own bellicon rebounder until the end of June 2024! You can find Shawn on Instagram at @the_lipedema_mama You can find Ashley on Instagram at @the...

This week we are chatting with an incredible lady, Pattie Cornute. Pattie was diagnosed with Lipedema is 2007 and has made it her mission to MOVE her body despite the obstacles of this disease, and she's encouraging everyone she can along the way. She is the epitome of advocate, encourager, and motivator. We are so excited for you to hear from her today. Be sure to check out her page on Instag...

This week Shawn and Ashley catch up on what's been going on in life- navigating summertime with kids at home, divorce, surgeries of a different kind and how they find ways to manage Lipedema in the chaos. Listen also for some practical ways you can spread awareness of Lipedema this month! You can find Shawn on Instagram at @the_lipedema_mama You can find Ashley on Instagram at @the_lippy_lady...

Today we are chatting with Lipedema Foundation's Stephanie Galia. If you've never heard about what the foundation does for the Lipedema foundation, this episode is a must. We chat about all the exciting things they are part of as well as the many patient resources they've created that help us all be our own best advocates! You can find all of their amazing resources at www.lipedema.org...

Today we are chatting with Lipedema patient and advocate Kasi Grosvenor. Kasi has such wonderful perspective and insight on this disease that she has worked diligently to manage both conservatively and with surgery. She has seen much success with her conservative and surgical measures and has such a balanced insight to share. You can find Kasi's Instagram page at @thrivingwithlipedema You can...

Today we are talking with Lipedema Simplified's right hand woman, Lisa Duerre. Lisa is a powerhouse and amazing encouragement every time we speak with her. CEO and co-founder of RLD Group, a leadership development coaching and consulting firm, Lisa shares with us all about a new research paper that has been years in the making that has significant implications for the Lipedema community and it...

Today we're chatting with April Sluder, a patient advocate and Lipedema patient herself. April is the leader and creator of The Lipedema Journey Support Group, and she's chatting with us today about the emotional weight we often carry as patients with this disease. To find more about April, visit her Instagram page @thelipedemajourney and visit her website for her wonderful online resource...

We had the privilege of attending the Fat Disorders Resource Society's annual conference. We're recapping our takeaways in this week's episode. 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 our sponsors: Arion Slides Solutions, Lipoelastic, and AIROS Medical! You can find more information for Arion at...

We love love Leah Levitan from @lymphloveclub. Leah is the whole reason why I (Ashley) learned about Lipedema. We are honored to have her back today as we chat more about lymph! Leah now has an amazing community opportunity for you. If you are interested in learning more and being part of it, visit www.lymphloveclub/menu You can find Shawn on Instagram at @the_lipedema_mama You can find Ashley on...

IT'S OUR ONE YEAR BIRHTDAY!! The Lipedema Mamas Podcast is officially one year old today, and we are celebrating! AND we are talking about exciting things we have in store for you, our Lippy lady community! Take a listen! 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 our sponsors: Arion Slides Solutions, Lipoe...

There a few methods that surgeons typically use for anesthesia during Lipedema removal surgery. One is twilight. We know you have a lot of questions about this, and we are excited to talk to cRNA Cortney Jolin this week about the anesthesia she administers day in and day out at the Roxbury Institute in Beverly Hills for the Advanced Lipedema Treatment team. You can find more about Dr. Amron, Dr. S...

Ok, let's talk about it! Sex is a huge part of life that can be seriously impacted when navigating alongside a chronic disease. Shawn & Ashley are getting honest and open in this episode and talking about sex and Lipedema. 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 our sponsors: Arion Slides Solutions,...

Listen as Dr. Pennings offers his expertise to our questions on Lipedema, obesity, and more. Dr. Pennings is Chair and Associate Professor of Family Medicine at Campbell University School of Osteopathic Medicine and Obesity Medicine. 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 our sponsors: Arion Slides Solution...

You can find more with Shawn & Ashley on Instagram at @lipedema_mamas_podcast 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 our sponsors: Arion Slides Solutions and Lipoelastic. You can find more information for Arion at https://arion-group.com/ and their Instagram @arionslidessolutions_en For more information...

Dr. Bernard Salameh is a Yale and Vanderbilt trained plastic surgeon who has dedicated his entire practice in Bowling Green, KY to serving the Lipedema community. Listen to his unique take on the work that he does and learn some very important things to know when considering Lipedema removal surgery. You can find more about Dr. Salameh on his Instagram @drbernardsalameh Thank you, as always, to ou...