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 N...

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 @letstalkper...

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 menstr...

Today's episode is with my incredible sister, Angelica Twidale. Gel is a registered nurse who is passionate about educating and supporting others living with endo, adeno or pcos. She was diagnosed with adeno in 2020 and endo in 2023, 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 narrative, taboo and stigma associated with periods, adeno and endo. We chat on: Being d...

Today's episode is with Accredited Practising Dietitian Stefanie Valakas and Clinical Nutritionist Monique Cormack. Stefanie is the Founder of The Dietologist - Australia’s trusted authority in fertility nutrition. At The Dietologist, Stefanie and her team believe that everyone deserves the right to own their fertility story and are committed to offering inclusive, comprehensive care to help couples and individuals optimise their reproductive health and fertility through nutrition. ...

In today's solo episode I chat all about my own personal experience with egg freezing. I share why I decided to freeze my eggs, the costs, process and what I wish I knew, as well as answer questions from the LTP community too! Tickets for Let's Lunch for Endo are on sale now! Don't miss out on this perfect opportunity to come together to raise awareness for endometriosis, connect with others living with endo and raise funds for the PPEP Talk Program! Saturday 22 March at Gip's Restaurant Toow...

In today's solo episode I chat all about prehab or prehabilitation, and how it can help you with preparing yourself for a laparoscopy and improving your post-op recovery! A special thank you to our sponsor Scarlet for making this episode of Let’s Talk, Period. possible. You can shop the rae Heat Pad via their website here. References from today's ep Ricci, E., Viganõ, P., Cipriani, S., Chiaffarino, F., Bianchi, S., Rebonato, G. & Parazzini, F. (2016). Physical activity and endometriosis...

In today's solo episode I share with you how I stay so positive, despite living with both endo and adeno. If you're in the throws of navigating a new diagnosis, or just going through a particularly tricky time with your chronic illness, or even if you think you're doing just fine - this ep is for you! Tickets for Let's Lunch for Endo are on sale now! Don't miss out on this perfect opportunity to come together to raise awareness for endometriosis, connect with others living with endo a...

Ho, ho, ho LTP fam! The festive season is officially here! In today's solo episode I'm sharing with you my go-to strategies and reminders for if you find Christmas to be a hard time of year. If this is you please know you're not alone, and I am sending you all the love. As mentioned at the top of the episode, if you're wanting to download my FREE Ultimate Chronic Illness Journaling Guide, you can do so here If you want to keep updated with all things Let's Talk, Period. you can follow us o...

Ho, ho, ho LTP fam! The festive season is officially here! In today's solo episode I'm giving you all my top 5 ways to navigate tricky conversations or comments during the Holiday Season - think "why don't you have kids yet?" or "should you be eating that?". As mentioned at the top of the episode, if you're wanting to download my FREE Ultimate Chronic Illness Journaling Guide, you can do so here If you want to keep updated with all things Let's Talk, Period. you can follow us on Inst...

Hey gorgeous and welcome back for another episode of LTP! Today's episode is with Dr Courtney Munro, Senior Research Officer and Project Coordinator of the LongSTEPPP Study. Courtney undertook her PhD at the Royal Children's Hospital in relation to cystic fibrosis. Courtney's work currently is focused on teens living with endometriosis and pelvic pain, through the LongSTEPP Study, an MRFF funded Australia wide research project, the Longitudinal Study of Teens with Endometriosis, Period and P...

Ho, ho, ho LTP fam! The festive season is officially here! In today's solo episode I am sharing my top 7 tips to help you thrive this holiday season, so you can look after you and not end the year feeling burnt out and rundown!! As mentioned at the top of the episode, if you're wanting to download my FREE Ultimate Chronic Illness Journaling Guide, you can do so here If you want to keep updated with all things Let's Talk, Period. you can follow us on Instagram at @letstalkperiodau. Do...

Hey gorgeous and welcome back for another episode of LTP! Today's episode is with Milli Weaver, founder of Endo Articles. Using her own lived experience living with endometriosis, Milli founded Endo Articles, a charity for young people living with endometriosis in 2023, whilst also pursuing an LLB at UNSW. Milli is committed to impacting the experience of young Australians with endometriosis through community and connection, firmly believing that no young person should go through the disease...

Hey gorgeous and welcome back for another solo episode of LTP! In today's solo episode I am talking about pacing, a strategy that can be used to help manage fatigue and pain too! As mentioned at the top of the episode, if you're wanting to download my FREE Ultimate Chronic Illness Journaling Guide, you can do so here References from today's ep Antcliff, D., Keenan, A.M., Keeley, P., Woby, S. & McGowan, L. (2021). “Pacing does help you get your life back”: The acceptability of a ...

Hey gorgeous and welcome back for another solo episode of LTP! In today's solo episode I am sharing all about the management of PCOS. I chat on nutrition, exercise, mental health, reducing stress, medication, body image, hair management and more. September is PCOS Awareness Month so all throughout September I'll be sharing PCOS content to assist you in managing the condition, and feel more confident and supported! Previous Let's Talk, Period. Episodes mentioned throughout the episode ...

Hey beautiful, hope you enjoy this episode of Let's Talk, Period. Today's episode is with Dr Jessica Theron. Jessica is a GP registrar and a passionate advocate for people with chronic pelvic pain. She completed two years of working in Obstetrtics & Gynaecology and a post-graduate diploma in Obstetrics & Medical Gynaecology before moving to general practice. She's also the founder of the Ella app, an educational 6-week pain programme for people with chronic pelvic pain. The Ell...

Hey gorgeous and welcome back for another solo episode of LTP! In today's solo episode I am sharing all about the role of moving your body or exercising when it comes to managing PCOS. September is PCOS Awareness Month so all throughout September I'll be sharing PCOS content to assist you in managing the condition, and feel more confident and supported! If you are in need of support and assistance with body image or eating disorders, please contact The Butterfly Foundation on 1800 ED HOPE or...

Hey LTP fam, welcome back or welcome if you're new here! In today's solo episode I'm talking all about being kind to your mind when you're living with PCOS, endometriosis or adenomyosis. I chat on your beliefs, values and priorities, acceptance, as well as your challenges and what you're doing well, in addition to self care and self love! September is PCOS Awareness Month so all throughout September I'll be sharing PCOS content to assist you in managing the condition, and feel more con...

Hey beautiful I'm so excited to have you here for another ep of LTP! Today's episode is with Dr Tamara Hunter. Dr Tamara is a leading IVF doctor and fertility specialist at Monash IVF in Perth, and the owner of WOOM. She is a gynaecologist, with a subspeciality in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility. Her vision is to offer women the best of both worlds; evidence-based medicine and holistic lifestyle support. We chat on: Dr Tamara's career in health from exercise phys...

Hey LTP fam, welcome back or welcome if you're new here! In today's solo episode I'm talking all about FIVE common myths or misconceptions when it comes to PCOS. September is PCOS Awareness Month so all throughout September I'll be sharing PCOS content to assist you in managing the condition, and feel more confident and supported! 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 T...