Stronger than Lipedema

Empowering Women with Lipedema: Susan O'Hara's Journey and AdvocacyIn this episode of Stronger Than Lipedema, hosts Cindy and Kristy welcome Susan O'Hara, a dedicated advocate for women with lipedema. Susan shares her personal journey from diagnosis following a traumatic childbirth to becoming a leading voice in the community. She discusses her efforts in founding the American Lipedema...

In this episode of Stronger Than Lipedema, hosts Cindy and Kristy welcome Leah, a photographer, aunt, and community health coach from Arizona, who shares her powerful journey of losing over 200 pounds and managing lipedema. Leah talks candidly about her motivations, the challenges she faced, and the surgeries she underwent, including loose skin removal and targeted lipedema surgery. She emphasizes...

In this episode of Stronger Than Lipedema, hosts Cindy and Kristy delve into the world of lipedema, bringing expert insights and motivational stories. They are joined by Sylvie from Lipo-Elastic who shares her personal journey from discovering her lipedema diagnosis to becoming an ambassador for the Lipedema Heroes project. Discussing the challenges of managing lipedema, the episode sheds light on...

Empowering Journey: Overcoming Lipedema and Embracing Health with Jenn In this episode of 'Stronger Than Lipedema,' hosts Cindy and Kristy welcome Jennifer, who shares her profound journey of getting diagnosed with lipedema, battling cancer, and undergoing multiple surgeries. Jenn opens up about her initial discovery of her condition through social media, the steps she took towards diagnos...

Stronger Than Lipedema: Friendsgiving Special & Sound Healing SessionIn this special episode of 'Stronger Than Lipedema,' hosts Cindy and Kristy invite listeners to their Friendsgiving gathering, featuring heartfelt messages of gratitude and goals for the upcoming year from members of their Arizona group. The episode also includes a soothing sound healing session led by Kristy, designe...

Overcoming Trauma and Empowering Women with LipedemaIn this episode of Stronger Than Lipedema, hosts Cindy and Kristy welcome Miriam, a trauma and grief expert with a personal story of overcoming trauma. They dive deep into the impacts of lipedema, discussing the importance of regulating the nervous system, managing PTSD, and connecting with oneself for true healing. The episode offers valuable in...

Empowering Women with Lipedema: A Deep Dive into Lymphatic HealthIn this episode of 'Stronger Than Lipedema', hosts Cindy and Kristy engage in an empowering conversation with Claire, a certified lymphatic drainage therapist. Claire shares her journey into massage therapy and her expertise in the lymphatic system, highlighting the benefits of manual lymphatic drainage (MLD) for women with l...

Empowering Journeys: A Journey with Jennifer GoretzkiIn this episode of 'Stronger Than Lipedema, hosts Cindy and Kristy welcome Jennifer, an occupational therapist with extensive experience in lymphedema and lipedema treatment. Jennifer shares her journey into the field, insights on the conditions, and emphasizes the importance of consistent self-care. The conversation covers the differences b...

Lauren Patterson’s Journey with Lipedema and Autoimmune DiscoveryIn this episode of Stronger Than Lipedema, hosts Cindy and Kristy welcome Lauren Patterson to discuss her experiences with lipedema and the discovery of her autoimmune conditions. Lauren provides a comprehensive account of her journey, detailing the initial detection of symptoms, multiple surgeries, complications, and eventual diagno...

In this episode of 'Stronger Than Lipedema', hosts Cindy and Kristy explore the transformative potential of breathwork with Cheryl Bailey, a wellness practitioner specializing in sound healing and breathwork. Cheryl shares her journey and profound experiences with breathwork, including how it helped her overcome personal trauma. She explains the significance of breathwork in regulating the...

Shaking off the Shame of Lipedema with Kasey Potts with Kasey Potts Kasey Potts, a busy mom and lipedema advocate who has undergone multiple surgeries for her condition. Kasey shares her personal journey, from early signs and misdiagnoses to finding specialist Dr. Emily Iker for a proper diagnosis. She discusses the impact of surgeries, insurance challenges, and the emotional toll of living with l...

In this episode of Stronger Than Lipedema, hosts Cindy and Kristy interview Mrs. Florida, Tanya Holloway. Tanya shares her personal experience with lipedema, from her initial symptoms in puberty to her diagnosis and treatment journey. Despite the challenges, Tanya became a national title holder in pageants, advocating for body positivity and awareness of lipedema. The episode emphasizes the import...

In this episode of Stronger Than Lipedema, hosts Cindy and Kristy welcome Stefanie, who shares her personal journey with lipedema. From her initial challenges in identifying the condition to undergoing transformative surgery. Stefanie reveals the emotional and physical hurdles she faced. She discusses her fitness background, the process of getting diagnosed, and her experience with lipedema surger...

In this episode of 'Stronger Than Lipedema,' hosts Cindy and Kristy discuss the challenges and solutions related to lipedema diagnosis, surgery, and insurance. Joined by Lea Fowler and Samantha Kershinsnik, the discussion covers personal stories, expert advice, and practical steps for navigating insurance claims, including summary plan descriptions (SPDs), gap exceptions, and the importanc...

Empower Your Journey: Overcoming Challenges with Martha Krejci In this episode of 'Stronger Than Lipedema', host Cindy welcomes entrepreneur Martha Krejci to share her inspiring journey from the restaurant industry to creating an eight-figure business from home. Martha discusses the importance of belief and advocacy, sharing personal anecdotes that emphasize the power of self-advocacy and...

In this episode of 'Stronger Than Lipedema,' hosts Cindy and Kristy welcome Hiba Hamati, a dedicated advocate who shares her personal journey with Lipedema. Diagnosed five years ago, Haba's discusses her experience with multiple surgeries, the importance of self-diagnosis, and her commitment to helping others. The conversation delves into the emotional and physical challenges of managing Lipedema,...

Navigating Lipedema: Lift_up_lipedema ( Samantha Kershisnik)In this episode of Stronger Than Lipedema, hosts Cindy and Kristy welcome guest Sam to discuss her journey with lipedema and other associated conditions. Sam shares her experiences from diagnosis, the struggles with the healthcare system, and finding effective treatments. The conversation covers valuable topics such as early screening, th...

In this episode of Stronger Than Lipedema, hosts Cindy and Kristy welcome guest Kasi Grosvernor, who shares her inspiring journey with lipedema. Kasi's, who hails from Mechanicsville, Virginia, discusses her experiences, from early symptoms in childhood to her ultimate diagnosis. She details the challenges she faced in seeking medical validation and her journey through conservative treatments and...

In this episode of Stronger Than Lipedema, hosts Cindy and Kristy are joined by Dr. Sayeed, a board-certified plastic surgeon based in Manhasset, New York, to discuss comprehensive management and treatment strategies for lipedema. Dr. Sayeed covers his journey into plastic surgery, the increase in lipedema cases in recent years, and the crucial role of social media and AI in patient research and a...

Navigating Lipedema with Michelle Keith In this episode of Stronger Than Lipedema, hosts Cindy and Kristy speak with Michelle Keith, a prominent advocate with a significant social media following, who shares her personal journey with lipedema. Diagnosed in 2023 after first hearing about the condition in 2022, Michelle discusses the emotional and physical challenges she faced, including her son&#39...

In this episode of 'Stronger Than Lipedema,' hosts Cindy and Kristy welcome Bonnie Newlin, a dietitian, owner and founder of Crave Nourishment, to discuss her personal journey with lipedema and her professional expertise as a dietician. Bonnie shares her story of navigating through diagnosis and managing her condition, as well as her pivot from a focus on general weight loss and gut health to spec...

Empowerment Through Experience: Cara's Lipedema Journey and AdvocacyIn this episode of Stronger Than Lipedema, hosts Cindy and co-host Kristy discuss with Cara, known as Pale Ginger Pear on social media, about her extensive journey managing lipedema and lipo- lymphedema. Cara shares her personal story of discovering her condition, undergoing seven surgeries, managing post-surgical care, and adopti...

 13 Weeks Post-Op: Cindy's Lipedema Surgery Journey with Dr. HagopianIn today's episode, Kristy interviews Cindy about her experiences at 13 weeks post-op from her lipedema surgery with Dr. Hagopian, located in Atlanta, Georgia. Cindy shares her pre-op consultation process, the surgery, and her recovery journey. She discusses the necessity of in-person consultations, the pre-op preparation, and th...

Navigating Lipedema Surgery with Deborah Ford: Advocacy, Insurance, and ResilienceIn this episode of Stronger Than Lipedema, hosts Cindy continues her conversation with Deborah Ford, who shares her journey through multiple lipedema surgeries and her experience with finding a new surgeon. Deborah provides invaluable advice on navigating the insurance processes, advocating for oneself, and managing...

In this episode of 'Stronger Than Lipedema', hosts Cindy and Kristy welcome Debra Ford, who shares her personal battle with lipedema. Debra discusses her late diagnosis, the challenges she faced growing up with the condition in rural Alabama, and her numerous lipedema removal surgeries. The conversation dives deep into her experiences with weight loss surgery, the struggles with chronic pain, and...