Let's Talk, Period.

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_)

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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 Guide

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.

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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 pcos
• How we can support our mental health 
• Navigating and managing appointment anxiety
• Tips for our support circles to help us when we're going through a tricky time
• Plus 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:

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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_)

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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 pain
• The role of a pelvic physiotherapist, what to expect when seeing one and how to feel prepared going into your first appointment
• The importance of breathing, breath and the pelvic floor 
• What we can do to improve our pelvic health right now
• Plus 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.pilates

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:

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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 diagnosed with endometriosis, the progression of her adeno and how she is managing currently
• Undergoing early menopause in her early 20's and how that impacted her
• The reality of egg retrieval and embryo freezing 
• Gel's thoughts on dealing with guilt and letting people down when living with chronic illness
• Why she's so passionate about advocating for education, awareness and better care for people living with endo and adeno 
• All about Let's Lunch for Endo
• Plus so much more!

Gel's 2022 Episode 

Get your tickets to Let's Lunch for Endo right here!

Want to register for our free Let's Talk Egg Freezing and Fertility even, in partnership with Genea Fertility? For all the details of the event and to register, you can do so here - Let's Talk Egg Freezing and Fertility Registration 

Thank you so much for listening to this episode of Let’s Talk, Period. with Angelica Twidale. If you want more from gel, you can follow her on instagram @a_twidale1.

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 Genea Fertility

If you're in need of mental health support, please access one of these services:

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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. 

Monique Cormack is an experienced clinical nutritionist specialising in fertility, IVF and pregnancy nutrition. She helps individuals and couples navigate the complexities of conception, IVF, and pregnancy through tailored nutrition strategies. Her passion for this field is deeply personal - having faced infertility, fertility treatment, and now proudly an IVF mother, she understands firsthand the challenges of the journey to parenthood. Monique’s approach is both practical and empathetic, ensuring her clients feel supported and empowered in their reproductive health journeys. 

Stef and Mon are the co-founders of arxi, an Australian supplement company here to simplify the way you access premium quality, intentionally and professionally-crafted nutrition products with a purpose, to support your reproductive health.

We chat on: 

• Stef and Mon's personal experiences with infertility, IVF and egg collection
• How we can support our bodies when trying to conceive
• All about arxi and the problem they were setting out to solve
• How they decided what to include in their supplement OvaGold
• Plus so much more!

Want to register for our free Let's Talk Egg Freezing and Fertility even, in partnership with Genea Fertility? For all the details of the event and to register, you can do so here - Let's Talk Egg Freezing and Fertility Registration 

Thank you so much for listening to this episode of Let’s Talk, Period. with Monique Cormack and Stefanie Valakas, if you want more from Stef, you can follow them on instagram @the_dietologist and if you want more from Mon you can follow her at @moniquecormacknutrition, to find out more about arxi, you can follow their instagram @from.arxi or shop OvaGold 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 Genea Fertility

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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 Toowoomba, Qld. Tickets and more info 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_)

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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 risk in women with infertility or pain: Systematic review and meta-analysis. Medicine, 95(4), 1-10. http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/MD.0000000000004957
• Gillis, C., Ljungqvist, O. & Carli, F. (2022). Prehabilitation, enhanced recovery after surgery, or both? A narrative review. British Journal of Anaesthesia, 128(3), 434-448. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.bja.2021.12.007
• Chalmers, K.J. (2024). Clinical assessment and management of vaginismus. Australian Journal of General Practice, 53(1-2), 37-41. https://doi.org/10.31128/AJGP/06-23-6870
• Levett, D.Z.H. & Grimmett, C. (2019). Psychological factors, prehabilitation and surgical outcomes: Evidence and future directions. Anaesthesia, 74(S1), 36-42. https://doi.org/10.1111/anae.14507

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_)

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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 and raise funds for the PPEP Talk Program! Saturday 22 March at Gip's Restaurant Toowoomba, Qld. Tickets and more info 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 

• Lifeline
• Headspace
• The Black Dog
• Beyond Blue
• Sands | Pregnancy loss, stillbirth & newborn death support
• Butterfly Foundation | Eating disorder support

Support the show