Living with an Eating Disorder with Sammi Costa

Over 1 million Australians are living with an eating disorder and despite popular belief, it’s impossible to tell if a person is battling with ED simply by their appearance. Today, we are joined by Sammi Costa - mother, fertility midwife and recovering Anorexia Nervosa fighter. In this episode, Sammi opens up about what life is really like for someone living with an eating disorder in the hopes of raising awareness for those battling with this awful disease.  Things We Mention -  How an 8 year old girl developed a life-threatening eating disorder.  Some of the signs & symptoms associated with Anorexia Nervosa. What not to do or say to someone battling with disordered eating.  How food-coma occasions (such as Christmas & Easter) can be hell for sufferers of ED. PLUS, Sammi shares some of the treatments/ facilities & strategies that she’s invested in to help her on the road to recovery.  Links & Helpful Resources -  Follow us on Instagram - @movementandmimosas Visit the Butterfly Foundation or call 1800 33 4673. Do the Inner Work with Awakened Lifestyles Qld Based? Visit Eating Disorders QLD Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so you don’t miss out on any of our episodes and if you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and a review? Thanks!