Let's Talk, Period.

Let's Talk with Helene Hill | Chronic Illness Advocate, Founder of The Spoonie Society and Podcaster

Hey lovely and welcome back for another episode of LTP! Today's episode is with chronic illness advocate Helene Hill! Helene is passionate about advocating for those living with chronic illnesses, using her voice to raise awareness and empower others. Helene founded The Spoonie Society, a business dedicated to supporting those with chronic conditions which you may recognise from their famous wrap around heat packs. Helene now continues her advocacy through the Spoonie Diaries Podcast. With firsthand experience navigating life with six chronic illnesses, Helene openly shares her journey including multiple surgeries for Endometriosis, pelvic floor botox, egg freezing as well as her experience with a life threatening condition called Intussusception. Helene has spoken at endometriosis awareness events, been featured in Take 5 magazine, and won the prestigious Stevie Award in New York for product innovation. Through social media, public speaking, and her podcast, Helene is committed to breaking the stigma around chronic illness and creating a space for education, validation, and support. We chat on: Life after closing The Spoonie Society Navigating six chronic illnesses How Helene dealt with a life threatening emergency with her bowel and the impacts of this Helene's experience with ketamine infusions for pain management and pelvic floor botox Helene's podcast The Spoonie Diaries Relationships and chronic illness Content note: weight, body image and body commentary Thank you so much for listening to this episode of Let’s Talk, Period. with Helene Hill. If you want more from Helene, you can follow her on instagram @helenehill , tiktok @helenehill or on youtube here! If you want to keep updated with all things Let's Talk, Period. you can follow us on Instagram at @letstalkperiodau or tik tok @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 and everything in-between to ask questions, get support and connect with others who get it! You can join here.Let’s Talk, Period. is an independent podcast, so if you did enjoy this episode and want to support the show,  it would be amazing if you could  follow on apple podcasts and leave a rating and review, or if you're listening along on spotify, you can follow the show, leave a rating, and a comment on the episode.Your host is Isabella Gosling (@isabellagosling_)This episode of Let's Talk, Period. was made possible thanks to Simply Tasty! Check out the full range, and find your nearest stockist here.If you're in need of mental health support LifelineHeadspaceThe Black DogBeyond BlueSands | Pregnancy loss, stillbirth & newborn death supportButterfly Foundation | Eating disorder supportSupport the show

Let's Talk Holistic Management of Adenomyosis | Managing Adenomyosis and Treatment of Adeno

In today's solo episode I'm sharing all about the holistic management for adenomyosis! I share all about what adenomyosis is, symptoms and how to manage the condition with strategies and treatments which work for you! Resources mentioned: Let's Talk Pacing Episode The Ultimate Chronic Illness Journaling GuideIf you want to keep updated with all things Let's Talk, Period. you can follow us on Instagram at @letstalkperiodau or tik tok @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 and everything in-between to ask questions, get support and connect with others who get it! You can join here.Let’s Talk, Period. is an independent podcast, so if you did enjoy this episode and want to support the show,  it would be amazing if you could  follow on apple podcasts and leave a rating and review, or if you're listening along on spotify, you can follow the show, leave a rating, and a comment on the episode.Your host is Isabella Gosling (@isabellagosling_)This episode of Let's Talk, Period. was made possible thanks to Simply Tasty! Check out the full range, and find your nearest stockist here.If you're in need of mental health support LifelineHeadspaceThe Black DogBeyond BlueSands | Pregnancy loss, stillbirth & newborn death supportButterfly Foundation | Eating disorder supportSupport the showSupport the show

Let's Talk with Rhiannon Romanak | Psychologist | Mental Health and Chronic Illness | Supporting our Mental Health when Living with Endo, Adeno or PCOS

Hey lovely and welcome back for another episode of LTP! Today's episode is with Registered Psychologist Rhiannon Romanak! Rhiannon is a registered psychologist with AHPRA. She works at the Lotus Health and Psychology clinic and has a special interest in supporting individuals who are impacted by endometriosis and chronic pain. We chat on: Why we're more likely to experience anxiety and depression when living with endo, adeno or pcosHow we can support our mental health Navigating and managing appointment anxietyTips for our support circles to help us when we're going through a tricky timePlus so much more!Thank you so much for listening to this episode of Let’s Talk, Period. with Rhiannon Romanak. If you want more from Rhiannon, you can follow her on instagram @rhiannonromanak.psychology or for more info on Rhiannon as a clinician head to Lotus Health here.If you want to keep updated with all things Let's Talk, Period. you can follow us on Instagram at @letstalkperiodau or tik tok @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 and everything in-between to ask questions, get support and connect with others who get it! You can join here.Let’s Talk, Period. is an independent podcast, so if you did enjoy this episode and want to support the show,  it would be amazing if you could  follow on apple podcasts and leave a rating and review, or if you're listening along on spotify, you can follow the show, leave a rating, and a comment on the episode.Your host is Isabella Gosling (@isabellagosling_)If you're in need of mental health support, please access one of these services:LifelineHeadspaceThe Black DogBeyond BlueSands | Pregnancy loss, stillbirth & newborn death supportButterfly Foundation | Eating disorder supportSupport the show

Let's Talk Studying with a Chronic Illness | My Top Tips to Manage Study when living with Endo, Adeno or PCOS

In today's solo episode I'm sharing my top tips to manage study whilst living with a chronic illness. I know first hand how hard it can be to try and juggle study along with my endo and adeno, and this episode is here to help you feel prepared and supported when it comes to managing study when living with a chronic illness.Let's Talk Pacing Episode If you want to keep updated with all things Let's Talk, Period. you can follow us on Instagram at @letstalkperiodau or tik tok @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 and everything in-between to ask questions, get support and connect with others who get it! You can join here.Let’s Talk, Period. is an independent podcast, so if you did enjoy this episode and want to support the show,  it would be amazing if you could  follow on apple podcasts and leave a rating and review, or if you're listening along on spotify, you can follow the show, leave a rating, and a comment on the episode.Your host is Isabella Gosling (@isabellagosling_)If you're in need of mental health support LifelineHeadspaceThe Black DogBeyond BlueSands | Pregnancy loss, stillbirth & newborn death supportButterfly Foundation | Eating disorder supportSupport the show

Let's Talk with Dora Pandeloglou | Pelvic Physiotherapist | Pelvic Pain, Endo, Adeno and the Role of a Pelvic Physio

Today's episode is with Pelvic Physiotherapist and Director of Embrace Physio and Pilates, Dora Pandeloglou. Dora developed a passion for Pelvic Health physiotherapy during her final years of University, undertaking her placement at the Royal Women’s Hospital. She loved the significant role that physiotherapy played in prenatal and postnatal recovery. Dora also developed a strong passion assisting women with pelvic health conditions including endometriosis, adenomyosis, sexual pain and menstrual pain. Dora's love for pelvic health grew when she was pregnant and gave birth to her beautiful children Archie and Mia.Dora uses a holistic and proactive treatment approach that combines hands-on therapy, dry needling, education and exercise therapy for optimal client-centred care. She strongly believes every one should be pain-free and have access to high-quality services throughout all life stages.We chat on: Why we develop an overactive pelvic floor and pain when living with conditions like endo, adeno and pelvic painThe role of a pelvic physiotherapist, what to expect when seeing one and how to feel prepared going into your first appointmentThe importance of breathing, breath and the pelvic floor What we can do to improve our pelvic health right nowPlus so much more!Thank you so much for listening to this episode of Let’s Talk, Period. with Dora Pandeloglou. If you want more from Dora, you can follow her on instagram @physio.with.dora  or @embrace.physio.pilatesIf you want to keep updated with all things Let's Talk, Period. you can follow us on Instagram at @letstalkperiodau or tik tok @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 and everything in-between to ask questions, get support and connect with others who get it! You can join here.Let’s Talk, Period. is an independent podcast, so if you did enjoy this episode and want to support the show,  it would be amazing if you could  follow on apple podcasts and leave a rating and review, or if you're listening along on spotify, you can follow the show, leave a rating, and a comment on the episode.Your host is Isabella Gosling (@isabellagosling_)If you're in need of mental health support, please access one of these services:LifelineHeadspaceThe Black DogBeyond BlueSands | Pregnancy loss, stillbirth & newborn death supportButterfly Foundation | Eating disorder supportSupport the show