Let's Talk, Period.

Hey gorgeous listener and welcome to another episode of Let's Talk, Period.
 
 Today's episode is with Ella Collings. Ella is 24 years old and was diagnosed with stage four endometriosis four years ago. She’s since undergone two cycles of egg freezing. Ella is a nurse and is passionate about advocating about endometriosis and sharing her journey with others to help them feel less alone and as such as grown a huge community on tik tok and instagram. In an effort to raise more funds and awareness for endometriosis, Ella organised Walk for Endometriosis, a fundraiser and walk on the Gold Coast which takes place in March each year. 

We chat on: 

• Her journey to diagnosis with stage four endometriosis 
• Experiencing an ovarian torsion and needing emergency surgery
• The importance of trusting your gut and intuition 
• Undergoing fertility treatment and egg freezing at 21 years old
• How sharing her experiences on tik tok and instagram cultivated a community helped Ella feel less alone 
• Ella starting Walk for Endo and the impact its had 
• Plus so much more!

Thank you so much for listening to this episode of Let’s Talk, Period. with Ella Collings. If you want even more from Ella, you can follow her on instagram @ellacollings or tik tok @ella.collings

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 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  and leave a rating!
 
 Your host  is Isabella Gosling (@isabellagosling_)

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Hey you and welcome back to another episode of Let's Talk, Period.

Today's solo episode is all about working with a chronic illness. I share my top tips and strategies for working with a chronic illness, as well as some suggestions for employers for those who are living with a chronic illness.

Resources mentioned

• Safework Australia - Supporting Workers with Endometriosis 
• Fair Work Australia 

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 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  and leave a rating!

Your host  is Isabella Gosling (@isabellagosling_)

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Hey gorgeous listener and welcome to another episode of Let's Talk, Period.

Today's episode is with Amelia Mardon! Millie is a final-year PhD candidate at the University of South Australia. Her research focuses on investigating the role of pain science education and self-management strategies for females with persistent pelvic pain. Prior to undertaking her PhD, Millie completed a Bachelor of Medical Science and Bachelor of Biomedical Research (Honours). She has publications in field-leading journals including JAMA, BJOG, and The Journal of Pain. Through her research, she hopes to better the knowledge of those with persistent pelvic pain about their pain and thus improve pain management outcomes.

We chat on: 

• Her own personal connection and experience living with endometriosis 
• What led her to pursue a career in research and specifically pelvic pain research
• The process of doing research into endometriosis 
• How long it takes for research to come into clinical practice 
• The implications of guidelines and gaps in practice
• Some of the latest findings around endometriosis and pelvic pain 
• Plus so much more!

Thank you so much for listening to this episode of Let’s Talk, Period. with Amelia Mardon. If you want even more from Millie, you can follow her on instagram @pelvicpain_researcher.

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 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  and leave a rating!

Your host  is Isabella Gosling (@isabellagosling_)

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Welcome back or welcome (if you're new here) to today's episode of Let's Talk, Period. 

Today's solo episode is all about the cost of living with chronic illnesses such as endo, adeno and PCOS. I share about the estimated costs in Australia and Individually, as well as my top tips to try and save money where you can!

Studies mentioned;

• Enrst & Young  (2019). The cost of endometriosis in Australia.
• Armour, M., Lawson, K., Wood, A., Smith, C.A. & Abbott, J. (2019). The cost of illness and economic burden of endometriosis and pelvic pain in Australia: A national online survey. PLoS One, 14(10). https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0223316
• Teede, H., Thien, T., Laven, J., Dokras, A., MOran, L., Piltonen, T., Costello, M., Boivin, J., Redman, L., Boyle, J., Norman, R., Mousa, A. & Joham, A.(2023). International evidence-based guideline for the assessment and management of polycystic ovary syndrome 2023. https://www.monash.edu/__data/assets/pdf_file/0003/3379521/Evidence-Based-Guidelines-2023.pdf

Services mentioned;

• Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain Clinics 
• Better Access Initiative (10 individual + 10 group psychology sessions )
• Team Care Arrangement, Chronic Disease Management + GP Management
• Health Care Card 

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 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  and leave a rating!

Your host  is Isabella Gosling (@isabellagosling_)

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Welcome back or welcome (if you're new here) to a brand new season of Let's Talk, Period. it is so great to have you here. 

Today's episode is with Courtney Bozinovski. Courtney is a Naturopath, Endo and PCOS warrior, who holds a Bachelor of Health Science: Naturopathy. She is passionate about health education and helping people take back their health. She is interested in hormone, reproductive, gut and mental health, which all play into each other and issues which those with reproductive issues may also be facing. Courtney consults online, across australia with her own business, CB Naturopathy. 

We chat on: 

• Her own personal story living with endometriosis and PCOS
• How navigating the healthcare system has influenced her as a clinician
• What an initial consult looks like for someone with endo, adeno or PCOS
• Endometriosis and histamine: what is the link and how does it impact those with endo?
• How we can reduce our histamine exposure
• Plus so much more!

Thank you so much for listening to this episode of Let’s Talk, Period. with Naturopath, Courtney Bozinovski. If you want even more from Courtney, you can follow her on instagram @c.bnaturopathy.

Also a special thank you to our sponsor for this episode, Self Cared. You can shop their entire range, including their Lotties Heat Pouch Pants via their website here.

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 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  and leave a rating!

Your host  is Isabella Gosling (@isabellagosling_)

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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 dealing with the recurrence of her endo
• Kellie's experiences with navigating infertility, IVF and pregnancy loss
• Her advice and wisdom for those going through a pregnancy loss or infertility 
• What led her to create Kosi, and the process from idea to having it ready for the endo community to use!

Thank you so much for listening to this episode of Let’s Talk, Period. with Kellie Johnson! If you want even more from Kellie and Kosi, you can follow Kosi on instagram  @kosi_au. 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 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  and leave a rating!

Your host  is Isabella Gosling (@isabellagosling_)

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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, learn about mindset, pain management, nourishing and moving your body, advocating for yourself and support, you can join here! It's just $50 for the 6-week program and it includes workbooks, live calls, and our group chat as well! For more info, you can DM on Instagram here or book in a Connection Call here.

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 Talk, Period. Community on facebook. It's the place for people with endo, adeno, pcos or chronic illnesses 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  and leave a rating!

If you want to help grow the Let's Talk, Period. community, you could share this episode with a friend or anyone who you think might enjoy our show or even share that you’re listening on your instagram grid or stories! This really helps to find new listeners and build the beautiful LTP podcast community!

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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 reproductive health and fertility. Dr Kitic is also the Director of Fertile Gut, delivering science backed formulations to optimise the gut microbiome. In combination with clinical practice, Cecilia has presented at numerous National and International conferences, and is co-author of the book Create a Fertile Gut, A Science Backed Approach to Nurture Your Microbiome for Optimal Fertility, IVF and Pregnancy Success. Having struggled with infertility and severe endometriosis, Cecilia is passionate about supporting others to enhance their health + wellbeing.

We chat on: 

• Cecilia's own personal experience with endometriosis and infertility
• What the research is telling us about exercise and nutrition with regards to endometriosis
• The importance of multidisciplinary care in the management of endometriosis
• What the role of the microbiome is, with regards to our pelvic health, and how we can support it
• All about The IVF Project and Fertile Gut, and what impact they've been able to create for people living with chronic illness 
• Plus so much more! 

Dr Cecilia also mentioned a few resources throughout the episode, you can access them here: 

• Create a Fertile Gut
• Fertile Gut Recipes

Thank you so much for listening to this episode of Let’s Talk, Period. with  Dr Cecilia Kitic! If you want even more from Dr Cecilia, you can follow her on instagram  @theivfproject and @fertilegut. 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 to ask questions, get support and connect with others who get it! You can join here!

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 feeling supported and empowered too! For more info, you can send me a DM on Instagram here or book in a Connection Call 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  and leave a rating!

Your host  is Isabella Gosling (@isabellagosling_)

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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 feeling supported and empowered too! For more info, you can send me a DM on Instagram here or book in a Connection Call here.

Also if you're a Brisbane based listener, you can get your ticket to our Pelvic Health Workshop, right here! Held at the beautiful Pear Exercise Physiology & Physiotherapy studio, hear from experts in the pelvic health space, followed by a 30 minute, gentle mat based pilates class. This is the perfect opportunity to come together to learn practical strategies and information about pelvic health, enjoy some slow movement and connect with others who are living with endo, adeno or PCOS.

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 Talk, Period. Community on facebook. It's the place for people with endo, adeno, pcos or chronic illnesses 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  and leave a rating!

If you want to help grow the Let's Talk, Period. community, you could share this episode with a friend or anyone who you think might enjoy our show or even share that you’re listening on your instagram grid or stories! This really helps to find new listeners and build the beautiful LTP podcast community!

Your host  is Isabella Gosling (@isabellagosling_)

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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 lymphatic space 
• What the lymphatic system is and the important role it plays
• The benefits of including the lymph system in your self care routine 
• Chelsey's personal experience with fibroids and undergoing a hysterectomy
• How to nurture your lymphatic system post pelvic surgery to assist recovery
• Plus so much more! 

Thank you so much for listening to this episode of Let’s Talk, Period. with Chelsey Jean! If you want more from Chelsey, you can follow her on instagram @chelsey_jean_lymphatics. 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 to ask questions, get support and connect with others who get it! You can join here!

As mentioned at the top of the episode, I have two spaces 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 feeling supported and empowered too! For more info, you can send me a DM on Instagram here or book in a Connection Call 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  and leave a rating!

If you want to help grow the Let's Talk, Period. community, you could share this episode with a friend or anyone who you think might enjoy our show or even share that you’re listening on your instagram grid or stories! This really helps to find new listeners and build the beautiful LTP podcast community!

Your host  is Isabella Gosling (@isabellagosling_)

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