It’s Not Just Period Pain: The Truth About Endometriosis, Pain & Fertility with Jade Walker

The truth about endo isn’t just painful periods - it’s being gaslit, dismissed, and told “it’s normal” when your body is screaming otherwise.In this raw, educational, and empowering episode, I’m joined by Jade Walker - qualified naturopath, educator, and founder of Endo Care Collective - to rewrite the narrative around endometriosis.From her 17-year journey of chronic pain and medical gaslighting to becoming a twin mum through IVF, Jade brings real-life experience and science-backed strategy to help women feel seen, heard, and actually supported.This episode goes far beyond the basics. It’s for anyone with endo, suspected endo, or those who’ve been told “your symptoms are normal” when deep down, they know they’re not.We cover:Endo 101, Rewritten: Why the outdated "uterine lining theory" is wrong, and how new research is changing everythingThe Diagnostic Gap: Why so many women wait 10+ years for answers, and how access to care plays a huge roleIt’s Not All About Period Pain: Lesser-known symptoms like painful sex, ovulation pain, shooting bowel pain, IBS, and pelvic floor dysfunctionJade’s Personal Journey: From medical gaslighting to IVF and becoming a twin mum via a single viable embryoReal Relief Tools: The exact natural treatments Jade uses with clients (PEA, HeySister, TENS units, mitochondrial support, pelvic floor therapy & more)How Trauma Ties In: The link between chronic pain, nervous system dysregulation, and the invisible emotional tollWhat Every Woman Deserves: Better care, real answers, and the power to advocate for yourself at every stepThis episode is your permission slip to stop normalising pain and start asking better questions. For the ones quietly dealing with bloating, fatigue, painful sex, or fertility struggles and wondering if it’s “just them.”If you’ve ever felt dismissed, misdiagnosed, or unsure where to start… this one’s for you.Make sure to follow along:Instagram: @itsmoniquetookCheck out Jade Walker:Instagram: @jadewalkerhealthWebsite: www.jadewalker.com.auEndo Care Collective: https://jadewalker.com.au/endo-care-collective/Hey Sister: https://heysister.com/