Episodes
Hey LTP fam! Welcome back for a brand spanking new ep of LTP! Today's solo episode is part 2 of all about adenomyosis! With it being adeno awareness month currently, I would it would be a great opportunity to share all about adeno and answer some questions from the LTP fam!   Things I mentioned in the ep: Is it Endo, Adeno or PCOS blog - Let's Talk, Period.1:1 Mentoring with Isabella Harada, T. et al. (2016). The Impact of Adenomyosis on Women's Fertility. Obstetrical and Gynaecological...
Published 04/10/22
Hey LTP fam and welcome back for another ep, this is a pretty special one to me!  Today’s episode is with my sister, Angelica! Angelica is an adenomyosis advocate and registered nurse, who is passionate about educating and supporting others living with endo, adeno or pcos. She was diagnosed with adeno in 2020 at 19 years old, after experiencing heavy bleeding, pelvic pain and fatigue since her early teens. Angelica is dedicated to making a difference in people’s lives and wants to change the...
Published 04/06/22
Hey LTP fam! Welcome back for a brand spanking new ep of LTP! Today's solo episode is all about adenomyosis! With it being adeno awareness month currently, I would it would be a great opportunity to share all about adeno and answer some questions from the LTP fam!   Things I mentioned in the ep: Is it Endo, Adeno or PCOS blog - Let's Talk, Period.Frendo App If you haven't got your ticket for our online textured paint and sip yet, get on it! Tickets are $65 and it is going to be SUCH a fun...
Published 04/03/22
Happy Wednesday (or is it Friday?) gorgeous people! I'm so excited to share this ep with you! Today's episode is with Corrine Hye! Corrine is the host of The Endo Chats Podcast. She moved to Australia in 2018 from Hampshire, England! It was then where she started her journey to diagnosis after suffering for 12 years with heavy, painful periods, back pain and chronic UTIs.After a 2 year battle with medical professionals. She was finally diagnosed with endometriosis in June 2020 through...
Published 03/31/22
Welcome back for another solo LTP ep!  Today's solo episode is all about endometriosis and self confidence and self-esteem! With it being endo awareness month currently, I would it would be a great opportunity to share all about endo and the associated impacts of the condition, and I think one that is often under the radar is the impact on the self esteem and self confidence of people with endo!  I share all about my own personal experience with low confidence and self esteem, things that...
Published 03/28/22
It's time for another little bonus ep for endo awareness month!  Today's bonus episode is with Aroha Liebhart. Aroha is an endo, adeno and PCOS sufferer and has had quite the tumultuous journey to diagnosis. She is passionate about making a difference in the lives of others, and has actively committed to advocate for others. Later this year will be embarking on a three day trek in WA to raise money for endometriosis research.   We chat on:  Aroha's endo story and how she finally got...
Published 03/24/22
Happy Wednesday gorgeous people! I'm so excited to share this ep with you!  Today's episode is with the wonderful Michelle Nielsen. Michelle is the  Senior Clinical Educator for the Periods, Pain and Endometriosis Program aka PPEP Talk with the Pelvic Pain Foundation of Australia (PPFA). She is also Clinical Nutritionist with a special interest in pelvic pain, endometriosis, gut and hormone health. Michelle also has her own personal experience with endometriosis, being diagnosed with the...
Published 03/23/22
HAPPY MONDAY BEAUTIFUL PEOPLE!  Today's solo episode is all about endometriosis and fertility ! With it being endo awareness month currently, I would it would be a great opportunity to share all about endo and the associated impacts of the condition, a big one being fertility.  Studies which were mentioned in the ep: Tanbo, T. & Fedorcsak, P. (2017). Endometriosis Associated Infertility: aspects of aspects of pathophysiological mechanisms and treatment optionsSanchez, A.M. et al....
Published 03/20/22
It's time for another little bonus ep for endo awareness month!  Today's bonus episode is with Jess Coldrey. Jess is an endo sufferer and internationally exhibited technology artist, most notably shown at Melbourne Science Gallery and the United Nations' COP26 conference in Glasgow. From robotics and drone selfies winning her the prestigious Agendo Art Prize to her recent fashion project in Paris exploring endometriosis, her art has traversed creativity and engineering to spark new...
Published 03/17/22
Beautiful LTP fam it's time for another interview ep!! Today's episode is with the fabulous Emilia Victoria. Emilia was diagnosed with Endometriosis in 2018, after a long and painful 11 year journey to diagnosis. After this diagnosis, she launched @livingwithendometriosis__ as a way of raising awareness and helping others with what she’d been through. Emilia now touches on her experience with Endometriosis, TTC, Motherhood, PPD and anxiety as well as mental health and some fashion tips along...
Published 03/15/22
Hey LTP fam! I hope you're having a super fab start to the week!  Today's solo episode is part two of Let's Talk, Endometriosis, which is... all about endometriosis! With it being endo awareness month currently, I would it would be a great opportunity to share all about endo and answer some more of the questions that came through from the LTP fam!   I mentioned a couple of things in the ep, here they are: My Endo + Adeno Story Ep, you can listen hereLet's Talk Mental Health and Chronic...
Published 03/14/22
Happy Friday lovelies, it's time for another bonus ep of LTP! Today's bonus episode is with Dr Amanda Waaldyk. Amands is the founder and director of Angea Acupuncture and Yoga, an integrative Chinese medicine clinic in Prahran Melbourne. Amanda is an Endo Champion, a voice and advocate for women’s health. Amanda is dedicated to creating change and awareness in the endo space. Amanda’s approach is soul meets science, guiding her patient to ultimate health in an integrative approach of whole...
Published 03/10/22
Hey gorgeous souls, I hope you're all having a fab week!  Today's episode is with the lovely Fiona Grouber. Fiona is a women’s and pelvic health physiotherapist.  She is based in Melbourne and supports women through all life stages to achieve their health and wellness goals. She works in various areas of women’s health including on the maternity ward, within a sexology clinic and in her own private practice too. Fiona has a wealth of knowledge and experience working with a variety of...
Published 03/08/22
Hey LTP fam! Welcome back for a brand spanking new ep of LTP! Today's solo episode is all about endometriosis! With it being endo awareness month currently, I would it would be a great opportunity to share all about endo and answer some questions from the LTP fam!   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 with endo,...
Published 03/06/22
Hey LTP fam! TGIF! It's time for a bonus ep of LTP, all throughout March for Endo Awareness Month, each Friday there will be a bonus ep of Let's Talk, Period.  Today's episode is with Phoebe Parsons! You might know Phoebe from her well known podcast, Confessions of a Trainwreck. Phoebe is also a pilates instructor and publicist too! Last year she was diagnosed with endometriosis after many years of pain, heavy periods and horrific symptoms. She has since taken this chance to share her story...
Published 03/03/22
HAPPY ENDO AWARENESS MONTH LTP FAM! (Is it weird to say happy!?) We're kicking off endo awareness month with Maddie Burton! Maddie lives with both endometriosis and PCOS, and was diagnosed at 22 after being sick for the majority of her life. In 2019, she launched Your Bliss, a clean, natural perfume and beauty company. Maddie has always loved being active and prior to starting Your Bliss, she was a personal trainer and barre instructor. She lives with her husband and three fur babies in...
Published 03/01/22
Gooood morning you lovely souls! Today's solo episode is all about studying with a chronic illness. For lots of the LTP fam uni / tafe goes back this week, and those at school are coming up to exam / assignment periods, so I thought it was great timing. I share my top tips for managing study when you're living with a chronic illness, what support to access and some helpful reminders for you too.  PLUS! The LTP online trivia event is THIS FRIDAY! If you want to join in on some endo...
Published 02/27/22
Hey lovelies! Welcome back or welcome if you're new here!  Today's episode is with Peta Love. Peta is a feminine liberation and sex coach, PCOS sufferer and mother to a beautiful 2 year old daughter. She helps women break free of stigmas and societal conditioning to embody their true self and ignite pleasure in their lives plus redefine what sex is.  We chat on:  Peta's experiences with abnormal and irregular periods growing up Her PCOS story, how she was diagnosed and how she managed going...
Published 02/22/22
Hey gorgeous people and HAPPY MONDAY! Today's solo episode is all about mental health and chronic illness! This is something which is HUGE in the chronic illness space, and something also shrouded in a lot of shame and stigma. I chat about my experiences with managing my anxiety, and experiencing depression in the past, as well as what helped me. I also share resources and tips that can help you if you're feeling a similar way!  PLUS! The LTP online trivia event is NEXT WEEK! If you want...
Published 02/20/22
Hey gorgeous people, hope you're having a beautiful Wednesday and are hyped for another LTP ep!   Today's episode is with Carla Anita Mattiazzo. Carla has been gracing the stages of the world for over 30 years, having studied five different performing arts programs and vocal training since age 12. She has been performing cabaret since 2010, and has had multiple shows in the Adelaide Fringe Festival. Carla’s show The Catchelorette won the Best Cabaret Weekly award, had rave reviews and sell...
Published 02/15/22
Hey lovers and Happy Valentine's Day if you're listening on V-day! Today's solo episode is all about chronic illness and relationships. I chat about navigating dating, love and relationships when you're chronically ill including the mental considerations and negative self talk, telling them you have a chronic illness and things to consider and do! Also! If you want to join in on some endo awareness fun next month, join me for our LTP online trivia event! Tickets are just $10 and you can...
Published 02/13/22
Hey, hey LTP fam! If you're new, welcome! I am so excited to be in your ears again with a brand new ep. Today's episode is with Demi Lynch, founder of The Nasty Woman Club! The Nasty Woman Club is your go to platform for all things intersectional feminism. It was founded in 2017 by journalist Demi Lynch.. She has curated an online community of over 20k and is massive advocate for mental health and sexual wellness, sharing about both openly on her platform. She also has her own podcast, aptly...
Published 02/08/22
Happy Monday gorgeous souls!   Today's episode is all about chronic illness energy savers! I take you through my top five things that help conserve energy as someone living with endo and adeno.  In the ep I mentioned a few brands and things, here are links to them. Again not sponsored, just good!  Clothes Steamer Kin YoulyHello FreshYou FoodzDosey Pill Wallet  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...
Published 02/06/22
Hey, hi, hellooo beautiful soul! Welcome back for another ep of LTP! Today's episode is with Amy Marks. Amy is an endometriosis sufferer, being officially diagnosed in 2020, after experiencing pain and symptoms for over 8 years. She is now studying part time and recently was successful in obtaining the Disability Support Pension.  We chat on:  Amy's experience being diagnosed with  endo in 2020What she would say to someone who has just been diagnosed with endoThe most challenging aspects of...
Published 02/01/22
Happy Monday beautiful people!   Today's episode is all about laparoscopy essentials! I'm taking you through my top tips for getting ready for a lap and things to have on hand when preparing, at the hospital and for the car trip home!   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 with endo, adeno, pcos or chronic illnesses...
Published 01/30/22