Episodes
Hey you! Hope you're ready for a brand new ep of LTP! Today's episode is with Kellie Johnson, founder of Kosi! After years of pain and unanswered symptoms, Kellie was diagnosed with stage four endometriosis. She has since suffered with infertility and pregnancy loss as a result. Deciding to not let her condition define her, she developed a new heat pack to target period pain more effectively, called Kosi.  We chat on:  Her scary journey with endometriosis, from symptoms to diagnosis and...
Published 10/31/23
Published 10/31/23
In today's episode is all about what holistic care is and why it's important for when we're living with endo, adeno and PCOS! I talk on how you can make your care holistic, figuring out your values, goals and priorities, as well as who in the multidisciplinary care team can help!  As mentioned at the top of the episode, my very first group program, Thrive with Endo, Adeno + PCOS is kicking off next Monday 31 July! There are just three spots left! If you want to start living your best life,...
Published 07/23/23
Hey you! Hope you're ready for a brand new ep of LTP! Today's episode is with Dr Cecilia Kitic. Cecilia holds a PhD in exercise physiology and immunonutrition. Dr Kitic has published over 80 research papers exploring inflammation and oxidative stress, nutrition, immunology, the endocrine system and the gut. Cecilia has a background as an academic, lecturer and researcher, and she applies this expertise in clinical practice with her multidisciplinary team at The IVF Project to enhance...
Published 05/18/23
In today's episode I share my top tips for travelling when you're living with a chronic illness, from sorting out your meds to navigating bathrooms and food, I've got you covered! As mentioned at the top of the episode, I have one space available for 1:1 mentoring! If you're feeling overwhelmed, need extra support and are feeling isolated and alone, this is a great option to chat, create an individual plan and strategies to have you confidently managing your chronic illness, as well as...
Published 05/15/23
Happy Wednesday lovely LTP listener! Today's episode is with Chelsey Jean. Chelsey is a leader in the health and wellness community with a focus in lymphatic health. She is a Naturopath and Sports Therapist by trade and is the owner and founder of Chelsey Jean Lymphatics which offers Lymphatic Health Clinics around Brisbane (with big plans to expand this year), as well as lymphatic products that Chelsey has formulated herself.  We chat on:  Chelsey's journey into women's health and the...
Published 04/26/23
Did you know that April 23 - 29 is Infertility Awareness Week? Infertility affects people living with endo, adeno or PCOS at a higher rate than those without. In today's episode I discuss what infertility is, and how endometriosis, adenomyosis and PCOS impact on fertility, based on current research around what is known. I also step through the process that your doctor or specialist may take you on if you have been trying to conceive for over 12 months. Research mentioned: Cunha, A. &...
Published 04/24/23
Hey you gorgeous soul!  Today's episode is with Ebony Kriedemann! Ebony is a Provisional Counsellor, and Psychotherapist and is currently doing further study in the area of Sexology, which she's due to complete at the end of this year. Ebony is warm, gentle and intuitive when working with her clients, she is person led, relaxed and loves to use humour. She also lives with endometriosis, and has first hand experience living with a chronic illness and the challenges that come along with this....
Published 04/12/23
Happy Monday LTP and I hope you're having a beautiful start to your week!  April is Adenomyosis Awareness Month! Today's episode is about adenomyosis, the symptoms, how it's diagnosed, the management options and three myths about adeno too! If you want to keep updated with all things podcast related you can follow on Instagram at @letstalkperiodau and if you're interested in endo, adeno + pcos support, you can follow me on instagram @isabellagosling_. Don't forget we also have our Let's...
Published 04/03/23
I'm so excited to have you here for another ep of LTP!  Today's episode is with Kat Stanley. Kat is the Director of Endo Help Foundation. She has been working in the pelvic pain space for four years and has a personal mission to empower and change the lives of those living with pelvic pain. She has an unwavering passion to change the pelvic pain space, and to break the stigma and silence around menstruation, pelvic pain and women’s health. We chat on:  Her lengthy journey to diagnosis...
Published 03/21/23
Happy Monday LTP and I hope you're having a beautiful start to your week!  March is Endometriosis Awareness Month! Today's episode is a deep dive into myths around endometriosis. I cover SIX of the most common myths surrounding endometriosis. If you want to keep updated with all things podcast related you can follow on Instagram at @letstalkperiodau and if you're interested in endo, adeno + pcos support, you can follow me on instagram @isabellagosling_. Don't forget we also have our Let's...
Published 03/20/23
Hey gorgeous soul and happy Wednesday, I'm so excited to have you back for another LTP ep!  Today's episode is with Rebecca Malon. Bec is a registered Osteopath and a qualified Clinical Nutritionist with a clinical interest in women’s health. Rebecca has worked in Brisbane for over a decade and has recently moved to the Sunshine Coast with her young family. Bec is passionate about womxn's health and endo care. Her clinical interests include pelvic health, pelvic floor dysfunction, persistent...
Published 03/14/23
Happy Wednesday and welcome back (or hello if you're new) for another ep of LTP!  Today's episode is with Sammi Walters. Sammi, 32, is a National Assistant in the property industry, wifey and Mama to her beautiful IVF baby London and angel baby Daisy. She was diagnosed with PCOS and Endometriosis in 2018 after a sixteen year battle to diagnosis. Since then she's been given further diagnosis' of Infertility, Adenomyosis (preliminary diagnosis) and Pelvic Congestion Syndrome. Alongside her...
Published 03/07/23
Happy Monday LTP and I hope you're having a beautiful start to your week!  March is Endometriosis Awareness Month! Today's episode is a deep dive into waht endometriosis is, the symptoms that are associated with it, how endo is diagnosed, as well as how to manage endometriosis.  Links / References mentioned:  Elsevier (2022). Endometriosis....
Published 03/06/23
Happy Monday beautiful souls and welcome back (or hi if you're new) for another ep of LTP! Did you know February was Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month? Today's episode is a rundown on Ovarian Cancer, as well as the increased risk people with endometriosis and PCOS have with developing the cancer. I chat on the symptoms to look out for and what to do if you have them. I also mention the incredible work that Ovarian Cancer Australia do!  Links / References mentioned:  Brilhante, A.V.M. et al....
Published 02/27/23
Hey beautiful LTP fam and welcome back for Season 5 of LTP!  We're kicking off the season with Stef Valakas. Stefanie is APD is an expert fertility dietitian & nutritionist and founder of The Dietologist. Stefanie and her virtual practice are dedicated to excellence in nutrition for reproductive health concerns, fertility & pregnancy. Her passion for nutrition in this space has truly grown from her experience helping her clients online from around the world and also through her own...
Published 02/22/23
Happy Monday beautiful souls and welcome back (or hi if you're new) for another ep of LTP! Today's solo episode is all about questions to ask your specialist before your laparoscopy! Seeing a new specialist for the first time can be daunting and overwhelming, or if you’ve been seeing them for a while and they suggest it could be time for surgery it can bring up those same feelings! I’ve got you covered with six questions to ask them before you have a laparoscopy. Make sure you write them...
Published 10/24/22
Hey gorgeous LTP fam and welcome back for another solo ep! Today's solo episode is all about supporting someone living with a chronic illness! Whether it's endo, adeno or PCOS, this ep shares five practical tips for loved ones who are supporting someone who is chronically ill.  If you want to keep updated with all things Let's Talk, Period. you can follow us on Instagram at @letstalkperiodau. Don't forget we also have our Let's Talk, Period. Community on facebook. It's the place for people...
Published 10/17/22
Hellloooo beautiful LTP fam and welcome back another ep! Today's episode is with Aleksija Mirkovic, or you may know her as dark-pop artist LEX. Born into a family from war-torn Serbia, music quickly became LEX’s escape and a way to express her emotions. Finding her feet in the Australian music scene, LEX has already been able to accomplish radio play, as well as collaborations with some of the best in the country. LEX lives with endometriosis and was only officially diagnosed at 22, after...
Published 09/14/22
Hey gorgeous LTP fam and welcome back for another solo ep! Today's solo episode is all about PCOS! With it being PCOS awareness month currently, I would it would be a great opportunity to share all about the condition, how it's diagnosed, the symptoms and how to manage it! If you want to know more about PCOS, you can join the Master your PCOS Masterclass on Wednesday 28 September at 7pm AEST! Tickets are $10 and you can get yours here  If you want to keep updated with all things Let's...
Published 09/13/22
Hellloooo beautiful LTP fam and welcome back for the first guest ep back since our hiatus!  Today's episode is with Georgia Seymour-Smith, endo warrior, pleasure activist and founder of Meet Rosie!  We chat on:  The lack of pleasure focused conversations in sex ed growing up and even nowGeorgia's experience being diagnosed with endometriosis and the abnormal symptoms she had The most challenging part of living with endoAll about Meet Rosie and how she launched in Feb of this yearWhat's...
Published 09/07/22
Happy Monday gorgeous people and welcome to a brand new LTP ep! I'm back after what feels like FOREVER and I'm so excited!!  Today's solo episode is a general chit chat catch up about what I've been up to, where I've been and how I'm feeling, as well as what I'm planning for the rest of the year for LTP! If you want to keep updated with all things Let's Talk, Period. you can follow us on Instagram at @letstalkperiodau. Don't forget we also have our Let's Talk, Period. Community on facebook....
Published 09/05/22
LTP fam welcome back for another ep! Did you know that 24 - 30 April is National Infertility Awareness Week? NIAW is an important week to raise awareness and spark conversations around infertility.  Today's episode is with Nicole Russell! Nicole is an experienced lawyer  and endometriosis sufferer with a passion for surrogacy, which arose out of her own fertility challenges.  In 2016, Nicole and her husband experienced the surrogacy process first-hand when Nicole’s best friend offered to be...
Published 04/26/22
Happy Wednesday beautiful souls and get keen for a banging interview ep!  Today’s episode is with Amy Atkins! Amy is a creative artist, actor, and event manager based in Wellington, Aotearoa New Zealand. She is an alumna of the John Bolton Theatre School in Narrm Melbourne.  Amy has a passion for puppetry, live art, and theatre. She finds ways to combine these into interactive works for the community to inspire social change. It was her passion for social change which led her to create her...
Published 04/20/22
Happy Monday gorgeous people and welcome to a brand new LTP ep!  Today's solo episode is all about Adenomyosis and Fatigue! With it being adeno awareness month currently, I would it would be a great opportunity to share all about the link between fatigue and adeno, as well as how I manage my fatigue!  Don't forget that Let's Talk, Period. LIVE is happening in Toowoomba (just 1.5hrs from Brisbane) on Saturday 21 May! It's going to be such a fun night to come together and hear from experts...
Published 04/17/22