Ep. 29 - Steph (@spoonfulsofchronic)

Hello Hello! I’m Jess (insta: jess_and_elda) and this is Patient POV! Visit patientpov.ca for episodes, updates, resources, blog, and freebies!! Somedays is a period pain relief company that I have absolutely fell in love with!! For a 15% off discount code go to: https://somedays.com/JESS_AND_ELDA or use JESS_AND_ELDA at check out! Today we hear from Stephanie (insta: spoonfulsofchronic) who shares her story with Ankylosing spondylitis, endometriosis, adenomyosis, fibromyalgia, hidradenitis Supprativa. She works as a specialist oncology and haematology physiotherapist which provide a great foundation for our conversation to pair her personal and professional experience. Notes: Things that help with the pain and fatigue is heat, sitting down, animal support, support from people to help you drive when you have more pain Period pain that affects your daily life is not normal!! Advocate for yourself and don’t give up! You know your body better than anyone else, so keep pushing! Allowing at least one person in because a support system is important! Be kind to yourself! Whatever you need to do to get through a flare, do it (ex: cancel your plans to go out - and your true friends should understand and respect that)