Wendy Moore, PhD, Executive Director, is a cognitive development researcher who spent years studying how people come to know what they know — and still couldn't see this in herself. She self-diagnosed her lipedema in 2024, later confirmed by multiple leading practitioners, after decades of symptoms that no clinician named correctly. Wendy launched Connective Truth to fight medical bias and misdiagnosis, and help young women understand and advocate for their health. 💖 Special thanks to the sponsors of this podcast: ✨The Roxbury Institute's Supplement Program by Dr. David Amron. Visit their website shop.theroxburyinstitute.com and use the code LipedemaMamas10 for 10% off. ✨Women's Health Boutique. Visit their website www.mywhb.com to learn how you can get personal assistance with purchasing compression. Mention this podcast for 20% off retail. ✨ Marena Compression – Discover their lipedema-friendly compression garments at marenamedical.com. Use our code LIPEDEMAMAMAS20 for 20% off your purchase ✨Lipoelastic Compression- use code LIPPYMAMAS for 10% off 💬 Connect with your hosts: Follow Shawn Bigby @the_lipedema_mama and Ashley Fisher @the_lippy_lady on Instagram for daily encouragement and real talk. 🌸 Looking for more support? Ask us about our online weekly support group! Get the $49.99 deal on our online course here: https://www.lipedemacourses.com/offers/GWSkfooN/checkout

This week we sat down with Dr. Michael Schwartz, plastic surgeon and lipedema advocate. Dr. Schwartz shares from his years of experience working with lipedema patients. An episode you don't want to miss! 💖 Special thanks to the sponsors of this podcast: ✨The Roxbury Institute's Supplement Program by Dr. David Amron. Visit their website shop.theroxburyinstitute.com and use the code LipedemaMamas10 for 10% off. ✨Women's Health Boutique. Visit their website www.mywhb.com to learn how you can get personal assistance with purchasing compression. Mention this podcast for 20% off retail. ✨ Marena Compression – Discover their lipedema-friendly compression garments at marenamedical.com. Use our code LIPEDEMAMAMAS20 for 20% off your purchase ✨Lipoelastic Compression- use code LIPPYMAMAS for 10% off 💬 Connect with your hosts: Follow Shawn Bigby @the_lipedema_mama and Ashley Fisher @the_lippy_lady on Instagram for daily encouragement and real talk. 🌸 Looking for more support? Ask us about our online weekly support group! Get the $49.99 deal on our online course here: https://www.lipedemacourses.com/offers/GWSkfooN/checkout

Today we're joined by vascular surgeon Dr. Ellen Derrick for a conversation that every woman with lipedema should hear. We dive into the important role the vascular system plays in lipedema. Whether you're newly diagnosed or further along in your journey, this episode is packed with practical insights to help you better advocate for your health. 💖 Special thanks to the sponsors of this podcast: ✨The Roxbury Institute's Supplement Program by Dr. David Amron. Visit their website shop.theroxburyinstitute.com and use the code LipedemaMamas10 for 10% off. ✨Women's Health Boutique. Visit their website www.mywhb.com to learn how you can get personal assistance with purchasing compression. Mention this podcast for 20% off retail. ✨ Marena Compression – Discover their lipedema-friendly compression garments at marenamedical.com. Use our code LIPEDEMAMAMAS20 for 20% off your purchase ✨Lifepro Fitness- https://lifeprofitness.com/ 💬 Connect with your hosts: Follow Shawn Bigby @the_lipedema_mama and Ashley Fisher @the_lippy_lady on Instagram for daily encouragement and real talk. 🌸 Looking for more support? Ask us about our online weekly support group! Get the $49.99 deal on our online course here: https://www.lipedemacourses.com/offers/GWSkfooN/checkout

Today's episode we are chatting with the Ehlers Danlos Society's senior global alliance coordinator Sarah Hamilton. Listen as we learn about the ins and outs of hypermobility disorders, how they intersect with lipedema, and how to treat them. 💖 Special thanks to the sponsors of this podcast: ✨The Roxbury Institute's Supplement Program by Dr. David Amron. Visit their website shop.theroxburyinstitute.com and use the code LipedemaMamas10 for 10% off. ✨Women's Health Boutique. Visit their website www.mywhb.com to learn how you can get personal assistance with purchasing compression. Mention this podcast for 20% off retail. ✨ Marena Compression – Discover their lipedema-friendly compression garments at marenamedical.com. Use our code LIPEDEMAMAMAS20 for 20% off your purchase ✨Lifepro Fitness- https://lifeprofitness.com/ 💬 Connect with your hosts: Follow Shawn Bigby @the_lipedema_mama and Ashley Fisher @the_lippy_lady on Instagram for daily encouragement and real talk. 🌸 Looking for more support? Ask us about our online weekly support group! Get the $49.99 deal on our online course here: https://www.lipedemacourses.com/offers/GWSkfooN/checkout

We are catching up with Tanya Holloway to see what life has been like since being formerly diagnosed with lipedema, her role on the board of the American Lipedema Association, and the real fear that's involved when you share your lipedema body online.

Here is a link to the Florida Lipedema Support group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1EDGzX4hc3/

💖 Special thanks to the sponsors of this podcast: ✨The Roxbury Institute's Supplement Program by Dr. David Amron. Visit their website shop.theroxburyinstitute.com and use the code LipedemaMamas10 for 10% off. ✨Women's Health Boutique. Visit their website www.mywhb.com to learn how you can get personal assistance with purchasing compression. Mention this podcast for 20% off retail. ✨ Marena Compression – Discover their lipedema-friendly compression garments at marenamedical.com. Use our code LIPEDEMAMAMAS20 for 20% off your purchase ✨Lifepro Fitness- https://lifeprofitness.com/ 💬 Connect with your hosts: Follow Shawn Bigby @the_lipedema_mama and Ashley Fisher @the_lippy_lady on Instagram for daily encouragement and real talk. 🌸 Looking for more support? Ask us about our online weekly support group! Get the $49.99 deal on our online course here: https://www.lipedemacourses.com/offers/GWSkfooN/checkout

This week we catch up with media host and lifestyle expert Kasey Potts who shares her life and lipedema journey on social media. Kasey is a wonderful example this Lipedema Awarenes Month that everyone's journey with lipedema is different- and she's sending the message that there's no shame in letting plastic surgery be part of the story too. 💖 Special thanks to the sponsors of this podcast: ✨The Roxbury Institute's Supplement Program by Dr. David Amron. Visit their website shop.theroxburyinstitute.com and use the code LipedemaMamas10 for 10% off. ✨Women's Health Boutique. Visit their website www.mywhb.com to learn how you can get personal assistance with purchasing compression. Mention this podcast for 20% off retail. ✨ Marena Compression – Discover their lipedema-friendly compression garments at marenamedical.com. Use our code LIPEDEMAMAMAS20 for 20% off your purchase ✨Lifepro Fitness- https://lifeprofitness.com/ 💬 Connect with your hosts: Follow Shawn Bigby @the_lipedema_mama and Ashley Fisher @the_lippy_lady on Instagram for daily encouragement and real talk. 🌸 Looking for more support? Ask us about our online weekly support group! Get the $49.99 deal on our online course here: https://www.lipedemacourses.com/offers/GWSkfooN/checkout

This week Shawn and Ashley talk living with lipedema after surgery and looking ahead into the future- the real emotions behind a healing journey. 💖 Special thanks to the sponsors of this podcast: ✨The Roxbury Institute's Supplement Program by Dr. David Amron. Visit their website shop.theroxburyinstitute.com and use the code LipedemaMamas10 for 10% off. ✨Women's Health Boutique. Visit their website www.mywhb.com to learn how you can get personal assistance with purchasing compression. Mention this podcast for 20% off retail. ✨ Marena Compression – Discover their lipedema-friendly compression garments at marenamedical.com. Use our code LIPEDEMAMAMAS20 for 20% off your purchase 💬 Connect with your hosts: Follow Shawn Bigby @the_lipedema_mama and Ashley Fisher @the_lippy_lady on Instagram for daily encouragement and real talk. 🌸 Looking for more support? Ask us about our online weekly support group! Get the $49.99 deal on our online course here: https://www.lipedemacourses.com/offers/GWSkfooN/checkout

Ashley got to sit down with her 7 year old daughter this week and, what started as a fun activity for Mom and daughter, ended up becoming a tremendously encouraging message. We wanted to share the pure, innocent insight from Charlie who, at 7 years old, is wise beyond her years. May we take what she says to heart! 💖 Special thanks to the sponsors of this podcast: ✨The Roxbury Institute's Supplement Program by Dr. David Amron. Visit their website shop.theroxburyinstitute.com and use the code LipedemaMamas10 for 10% off. ✨Women's Health Boutique. Visit their website www.mywhb.com to learn how you can get personal assistance with purchasing compression. Mention this podcast for 20% off retail. ✨ Marena Compression – Discover their lipedema-friendly compression garments at marenamedical.com. Use our code LIPEDEMAMAMAS20 for 20% off your purchase 💬 Connect with your hosts: Follow Shawn Bigby @the_lipedema_mama and Ashley Fisher @the_lippy_lady on Instagram for daily encouragement and real talk. 🌸 Looking for more support? Ask us about our online weekly support group! Get the $49.99 deal on our online course here: https://www.lipedemacourses.com/offers/GWSkfooN/checkout

Dr. Leslyn Keith is an occupational therapist, internationally recognized lipedema and lymphedema expert. With more than 25 years of clinical experience, she is a leading voice in lipedema education, research, and conservative management, helping bridge the gap between emerging science and practical strategies for patients and clinicians. Today is is telling us how she and an amazing team helped compile the very first textbook all about lipedema. If you'ld like to get plugged in with Lipedema Simplified and all of their resources for support, see below: Below are the things we’re doing this June Lipedema Awareness Month, and beyond: Heart Circles in Mansfield on Sunday, June 7th, at 12:00 - 2:00 PM EDT https://learn.lipedema-simplified.org/heart-circles-mansfield-ma Medical Go Bag webinars https://learn.lipedema-simplified.org/community-webinar Mon, June 1 – 6 pm EDT Sat, June 6 – 3 pm EDT Sun, June 14 – 3 pm EDT Mon, June 22 – 1 pm EDT Sat, June 27 – 6 pm EDT Medical Go Bag program https://learn.lipedema-simplified.org/mgb | July 6 – August 3 | Mondays & Fridays at 6pm EDT Wednesday Wellness program https://learn.lipedema-simplified.org/yoga | 8 Wednesdays — June 3 - July 22, 2026 | 12:30 - 1:30 PM EDT Nutrition Network course https://nutrition-network.org/online-training/supporting-a-patient-with-lipedema-a-comprehensive-metabolic-approach-to-diagnosis-and-treatment/ with 30% discount, Code - 30OFF Textbook: Lipedema: Principles and Practice of Diagnosis and Treatment on Amazon https://a.co/d/fbe5Mdm Textbook Study Group - the page should be ready by the end of this week Monday, June 8 — 6:00 PM EDT | A Holistic Approach to Diagnosis, Care, and Treatment for Lipedema | with Siobhan Huggins and Catherine Seo, PhD Tuesday, June 16 — 1:00 PM EDT | Treatment & Resources for Managing Lipedema | with Catherine Seo, PhD, and Leslyn Keith, OTD, CLT Tuesday, June 30 — 1:00 PM EDT | The Challenge of Weight Stigma in Recognizing Lipedema | with Joanna Dudek, PhD, and Catherine Seo, PhD Oct Event on Oct 23-25, 2026 - Here's the $97 coupon https://learn.lipedema-simplified.org/offers/nNLx38Hs?coupon_code=HO26-97 TRIBE - We have an online lipedema community - https://learn.lipedema-simplified.org/tribe 💖 Special thanks to the sponsors of this podcast: ✨The Roxbury Institute's Supplement Program by Dr. David Amron. Visit their website shop.theroxburyinstitute.com and use the code LipedemaMamas10 for 10% off. ✨Women's Health Boutique. Visit their website www.mywhb.com to learn how you can get personal assistance with purchasing compression. Mention this podcast for 20% off retail. ✨ Marena Compression – Discover their lipedema-friendly compression garments at marenamedical.com. Use our code LIPEDEMAMAMAS20 for 20% off your purchase 💬 Connect with your hosts: Follow Shawn Bigby @the_lipedema_mama and Ashley Fisher @the_lippy_lady on Instagram for daily encouragement and real talk. 🌸 Looking for more support? Ask us about our online weekly support group! Get the $49.99 deal on our online course here: https://www.lipedemacourses.com/offers/GWSkfooN/checkout

In this episode, we’re joined by Erika Schlick, founder and host of the Lipedema Summit — a leading platform dedicated to lipedema education, advocacy, and support. Erika shares her passion for empowering women through knowledge, community, and access to cutting-edge information on lipedema and lymphatic health, offering hope and encouragement to those navigating their healing journey. She's telling us all about the upcoming Lipedema Summit this June. You can find more with Erika here: https://www.lipedemasummit.com/ https://thetrailtohealth.com/ @lipedema.summit on Instagram and @lipedemasummit on Tik Tok You can register to attend the Lipedema Summit here: https://event.lipedemasummit.com/?ac=CuDINKTr 💖 Special thanks to the sponsors of this podcast: ✨The Roxbury Institute's Supplement Program by Dr. David Amron. Visit their website shop.theroxburyinstitute.com and use the code LipedemaMamas10 for 10% off. ✨Women's Health Boutique. Visit their website www.mywhb.com to learn how you can get personal assistance with purchasing compression. Mention this podcast for 20% off retail. ✨ Marena Compression – Discover their lipedema-friendly compression garments at marenamedical.com. Use our code LIPEDEMAMAMAS20 for 20% off your purchase 💬 Connect with your hosts: Follow Shawn Bigby @the_lipedema_mama and Ashley Fisher @the_lippy_lady on Instagram for daily encouragement and real talk. 🌸 Looking for more support? Ask us about our online weekly support group! Get the $49.99 deal on our online course here: https://www.lipedemacourses.com/offers/GWSkfooN/checkout