Dear Aunt Flo

It’s been a long time since I’ve yapped on here. Let’s catch up about my last surgery and what’s to come.Disclaimer Reminder:I am not a doctor so everything you will hear from me is out of my own personal experience and whatever research I did on my own time. I will try to reference where I got info from in the show notes if necessary. But don’t come for my non existent medical degree.This is a podcast about menstrual cycles. If you have one, had one, will have one, I welcome you to this safe space. If you don’t have one but are a partner of someone who does, I also welcome you to this safe space. What I won’t tolerate is those who don’t experience a menstrual cycle shaming or degrading those who do. So if you’re in the comment section or the q&a section and leave behind anything other than love. Be blessed somewhere else cause you will be blocked here.-------------------If you’re new here and just joining our period party, welcome! Whether you listen or watch, I hope you interact with us in the comments on Youtube and share this with a friend. If you’re watching on Youtube be sure to subscribe, like, and follow us to get all the juicy notifications. If you’re listening on Apple or Spotify please take a few minutes to leave us a review!💛 Affirmation of the Episode: I choose lifeIf you’re on your own healing journey with Endo, fibroids, or chronic pain, I hope this reminds you that you’re not alone. Drop a comment and let me know:What home remedies or healing practices have helped you feel more like yourself again?🖤 Subscribe @elisa_michelle on Youtube to stay connected🎧 Listen on Apple + Spotify at Dear Aunt Flo📬 Share this with a friend who needs a little reminder to keep going Get full access to Drawn to Heal with Elisa Michelle at illustratedmelanin.substack.com/subscribe

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be God’s favorite and have seamless periods that last only 3 days? Where you feel zero pain and no heavy bleeding or bloating or irritability or fatigue…shall I go on? Let’s romanticize what a normal to me period would look like.I’m having surgery in less than 20 days. To support, you can contribute to my surgery fund or check out my art and stationery—links are in the description and show notes.Disclaimer Reminder:I am not a doctor so everything you will hear from me is out of my own personal experience and whatever research I did on my own time. I will try to reference where I got info from in the show notes if necessary. But don’t come for my non existent medical degree.This is a podcast about menstrual cycles. If you have one, had one, will have one, I welcome you to this safe space. If you don’t have one but are a partner of someone who does, I also welcome you to this safe space. What I won’t tolerate is those who don’t experience a menstrual cycle shaming or degrading those who do. So if you’re in the comment section or the q&a section and leave behind anything other than love. Be blessed somewhere else cause you will be blocked here.If you’re new here and just joining our period party, welcome! Whether you listen or watch, I hope you interact with us in the comments on Youtube and share this with a friend. If you’re watching on Youtube be sure to subscribe, like, and follow us to get all the juicy notifications. If you’re listening on Apple or Spotify please take a few minutes to leave us a review!💛 Affirmation of the Episode: Life is good and I have the power to make good things happenIf you’re on your own healing journey with Endo, fibroids, or chronic pain, I hope this reminds you that you’re not alone. Drop a comment and let me know:What home remedies or healing practices have helped you feel more like yourself again?🖤 Subscribe @elisa_michelle to stay connected🎧 Listen on Apple + Spotify at Dear Aunt Flo📬 Share this with a friend who needs a little reminder to keep goingSupport Here: https://gofund.me/468221cfShop Elisa's stationery: https://shop.illustratedmelanin.com Shop Mensah's Art:https://ajencyartsstore.square.site/s/shop Get full access to Drawn to Heal with Elisa Michelle at illustratedmelanin.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode of Dear Aunt Flo, I share a raw update on my Endometriosis journey. After years of being dismissed by doctors, I finally found a specialist who truly understands my condition—and she doesn’t want to remove my uterus. The catch? She’s out of network, and the surgery costs are overwhelming. I open up about the highs and lows of navigating this disease, starting a fundraiser, and why asking for help is both necessary and humbling.If you’ve ever felt unseen in your healthcare journey, this one’s for you. To support, you can contribute to my surgery fund or check out my art and stationery—links are in the description.Affirmation: I am loved.-------------------Show Links Mentioned:Support here: https://gofund.me/468221cfShop Elisa's stationery: https://shop.illustratedmelanin.comShop Mensah's Art: https://ajencyartsstore.square.site/s/shop-------------------Disclaimer Reminder:I am not a doctor so everything you will hear from me is out of my own personal experience and whatever research I did on my own time. I will try to reference where I got info from in the show notes if necessary. But don’t come for my non existent medical degree.This is a podcast about menstrual cycles. If you have one, had one, will have one, I welcome you to this safe space. If you don’t have one but are a partner of someone who does, I also welcome you to this safe space. What I won’t tolerate is those who don’t experience a menstrual cycle shaming or degrading those who do. So if you’re in the comment section or the q&a section and leave behind anything other than love. Be blessed somewhere else cause you will be blocked here.-------------------If you’re new here and just joining our period party, welcome! Whether you listen or watch, I hope you interact with us in the comments on Youtube and share this with a friend. If you’re watching on Youtube be sure to subscribe, like, and follow us to get all the juicy notifications. If you’re listening on Apple or Spotify please take a few minutes to leave us a review!Follow the show on Instagram ⁠@dearauntflo.pod⁠ Follow Elisa's journey on Youtube ⁠@elisa_michelle Get full access to Drawn to Heal with Elisa Michelle at illustratedmelanin.substack.com/subscribe

It’s time for a much-needed life update!In this episode of Dear Aunt Flo, I’m catching you up on everything I’ve been navigating since April—from holistic remedies (hello, okra water 👀) to finding the only Endometriosis specialist in San Diego. There’s been acupuncture, therapy, a game-changing business accelerator, and a whole lot of listening to my body.Here’s what I cover:✨ Healing updates since my January hospital stay✨ Acupuncture & therapy (shoutout to The Loveland Foundation)✨ Holistic treatments I’ve tried (castor oil, fibroid cleanse, herbal teas & more)✨ MRI results + conflicting doctor advice✨ The power of finding community and sharing “war stories” with fellow Endo warriors✨ Why I’m staying committed to joy, movement, and reclaiming my body💛 Affirmation of the Episode: Breathe and be well.If you’re on your own healing journey with Endo, fibroids, or chronic pain, I hope this reminds you that you’re not alone. Drop a comment and let me know:What home remedies or healing practices have helped you feel more like yourself again?🖤 Subscribe @elisa_michelle to stay connected🎧 Listen on Apple + Spotify at Dear Aunt Flo📬 Share this with a friend who needs a little reminder to keep going-------------------Disclaimer Reminder:I am not a doctor so everything you will hear from me is out of my own personal experience and whatever research I did on my own time. I will try to reference where I got info from in the show notes if necessary. But don’t come for my non existent medical degree.This is a podcast about menstrual cycles. If you have one, had one, will have one, I welcome you to this safe space. If you don’t have one but are a partner of someone who does, I also welcome you to this safe space. What I won’t tolerate is those who don’t experience a menstrual cycle shaming or degrading those who do. So if you’re in the comment section or the q&a section and leave behind anything other than love. Be blessed somewhere else cause you will be blocked here.-------------------If you’re new here and just joining our period party, welcome! Whether you listen or watch, I hope you interact with us in the comments on Youtube and share this with a friend. If you’re watching on Youtube be sure to subscribe, like, and follow us to get all the juicy notifications. If you’re listening on Apple or Spotify please take a few minutes to leave us a review!Follow the show on Instagram ⁠@dearauntflo.pod⁠ Follow Elisa's journey on Youtube ⁠@elisa_michelle Get full access to Drawn to Heal with Elisa Michelle at illustratedmelanin.substack.com/subscribe

It’s been a minute, but your favorite period podcast is back! In this episode of Dear Aunt Flo, I’m catching you up on life, healing, and the surprisingly easy decision to quit alcohol after a brutal endometriosis flare that landed me in the ER.✨ We talk about:How my cycles have changedThe decision to stop drinking & what pushed me thereWhat I miss most (spoiler: red wine)Listening to my body as I prepare for future fertilityNavigating social spaces soberA mocktail moment that reminded me joy is still possibleIf you're navigating Endo and wondering if alcohol might be making things worse, this one’s for you.🧘🏾‍♀️ Affirmation of the episode: I am stronger than my circumstances.🎥 If you’re new here, I’d love if you subscribed to stay updated on all things wellness, womanhood, and period realness. 💌 Share with a friend who needs this reminder. 🎧 And don’t forget to leave a review on Apple or Spotify!👇 Let’s chat in the comments: Have you given up alcohol for your health? Was it hard? What changed?------------Disclaimer Reminder:I am not a doctor so everything you will hear from me is out of my own personal experience and whatever research I did on my own time. I will try to reference where I got info from in the show notes if necessary. But don’t come for my non existent medical degree.This is a podcast about menstrual cycles. If you have one, had one, will have one, I welcome you to this safe space. If you don’t have one but are a partner of someone who does, I also welcome you to this safe space. What I won’t tolerate is those who don’t experience a menstrual cycle shaming or degrading those who do. So if you’re in the comment section or the q&a section and leave behind anything other than love. Be blessed somewhere else cause you will be blocked here.-------------------If you’re new here and just joining our period party, welcome! Whether you listen or watch, I hope you interact with us in the comments on Youtube and share this with a friend. If you’re watching on Youtube be sure to subscribe, like, and follow us to get all the juicy notifications. If you’re listening on Apple or Spotify please take a few minutes to leave us a review!Follow the show on Instagram ⁠@dearauntflo.pod⁠ Follow Elisa's journey on Youtube ⁠@elisa_michelle Get full access to Drawn to Heal with Elisa Michelle at illustratedmelanin.substack.com/subscribe

Elisa discusses some updates about her Endometriosis and what she’s currently doing to naturally shrink her cyst and heal her body. A recent MRI appointment will hopefully garner some answers and oh yeah, she started acupuncture! This episode really is all vibes and no direction so sit back and enjoy. Fibroid Bitters: https://adivanaturals.com/products/organic-fibroid-bitters-16oz -------------------Disclaimer Reminder:I am not a doctor so everything you will hear from me is out of my own personal experience and whatever research I did on my own time. I will try to reference where I got info from in the show notes if necessary. But don’t come for my non existent medical degree.This is a podcast about menstrual cycles. If you have one, had one, will have one, I welcome you to this safe space. If you don’t have one but are a partner of someone who does, I also welcome you to this safe space. What I won’t tolerate is those who don’t experience a menstrual cycle shaming or degrading those who do. So if you’re in the comment section or the q&a section and leave behind anything other than love. Be blessed somewhere else cause you will be blocked here.-------------------If you’re new here and just joining our period party, welcome! Whether you listen or watch, I hope you interact with us in the comments on Youtube and share this with a friend. If you’re watching on Youtube be sure to subscribe, like, and follow us to get all the juicy notifications. If you’re listening on Apple or Spotify please take a few minutes to leave us a review!Follow the show on Instagram ⁠@dearauntflo.pod⁠ Follow Elisa's journey on Youtube ⁠@elisa_michelle Get full access to Drawn to Heal with Elisa Michelle at illustratedmelanin.substack.com/subscribe

What would this podcast be if we didn’t discuss poop? I saw a thread the other day that said, “In our 40s: Are we even friends if we don’t talk about our poop?” So here I am taking one for the team. Let’s discuss IBS and if we actually have it or if we have Endometriosis of the bowel. Because honestly where hasn’t the Endo grown at this point? Too often doctors dismiss our symptoms and pain for menial things that they can throw medication at, but this has to stop.If you’re a Endo warrior who spends too much time in the bathroom, let’s chat for a while since you’re sitting there anyway and talk about why your IBS may not actually be IBS.-------------------Disclaimer Reminder:I am not a doctor so everything you will hear from me is out of my own personal experience and whatever research I did on my own time. I will try to reference where I got info from in the show notes if necessary. But don’t come for my non existent medical degree.This is a podcast about menstrual cycles. If you have one, had one, will have one, I welcome you to this safe space. If you don’t have one but are a partner of someone who does, I also welcome you to this safe space. What I won’t tolerate is those who don’t experience a menstrual cycle shaming or degrading those who do. So if you’re in the comment section or the q&a section and leave behind anything other than love. Be blessed somewhere else cause you will be blocked here.-------------------If you’re new here and just joining our period party, welcome! Whether you listen or watch, I hope you interact with us in the comments on Youtube and share this with a friend. If you’re watching on Youtube be sure to subscribe, like, and follow us to get all the juicy notifications. If you’re listening on Apple or Spotify please take a few minutes to leave us a review!Follow the show on Instagram ⁠@dearauntflo.pod⁠ Follow Elisa's journey on Youtube ⁠@elisa_michelle📖 Book mentioned: Black Women’s Wellness by Melody McCloud, MD Get full access to Drawn to Heal with Elisa Michelle at illustratedmelanin.substack.com/subscribe

This year started off rough to say the least. At the end of 2024, literally the last day, I developed a fever and, a week or so after, I found myself in the hospital with an infection and an 8cm cyst on my ovary. What transpired after that was two more weeks of pain, silence, and an immense hate for antibiotics. I’ll be sharing my full story of what happened, why it happened, and how we are moving forward in 2025.---------------Disclaimer Reminder:I am not a doctor so everything you will hear from me is out of my own personal experience and whatever research I did on my own time. I will try to reference where I got info from in the show notes if necessary. But don’t come for my non existent medical degree.This is a podcast about menstrual cycles. If you have one, had one, will have one, I welcome you to this safe space. If you don’t have one but are a partner of someone who does, I also welcome you to this safe space. What I won’t tolerate is those who don’t experience a menstrual cycle shaming or degrading those who do. So if you’re in the comment section or the q&a section and leave behind anything other than love. Be blessed somewhere else cause you will be blocked.-------------------Follow the show on Instagram ⁠@dearauntflo.pod⁠ Follow Elisa's journey on Youtube ⁠@elisa_michelle Get full access to Drawn to Heal with Elisa Michelle at illustratedmelanin.substack.com/subscribe

Whew! Let’s talk about HSGs and infertility. Elisa discusses her decision to document her pregnancy journey as someone who never wanted kids and is now experiencing the what the effects of endometriosis can mean for trying to conceive and the possibility of having to seek alternative options to getting pregnant.-----------Disclaimer Reminder:I am not a doctor so everything you will hear from me is out of my own personal experience and whatever research I did on my own time. I will try to reference where I got info from in the show notes if necessary. But don’t come for my non existent medical degree.This is a podcast about menstrual cycles. If you have one, had one, will have one, I welcome you to this safe space. If you don’t have one but are a partner of someone who does, I also welcome you to this safe space. What I won’t tolerate is those who don’t experience a menstrual cycle shaming or degrading those who do. So if you’re in the comment section or the q&a section and leave behind anything other than love. Be blessed somewhere else cause you will be blocked.-------------------Follow the show on Instagram ⁠@dearauntflo.pod⁠ Follow Elisa's journey on Youtube ⁠@elisa_michelle Get full access to Drawn to Heal with Elisa Michelle at illustratedmelanin.substack.com/subscribe

A whole 28 days?! Yes, our periods are not just one week out of the month, they encompass our entire month with four different phases. Today we're diving into those phases, what they mean, how to navigate them, and why we're superheroes because of it all.------------Disclaimer Reminder:I am not a doctor so everything you will hear from me is out of my own personal experience and whatever research I did on my own time. I will try to reference where I got info from in the show notes if necessary. But don’t come for my non existent medical degree.This is a podcast about menstrual cycles. If you have one, had one, will have one, I welcome you to this safe space. If you don’t have one but are a partner of someone who does, I also welcome you to this safe space. What I won’t tolerate is those who don’t experience a menstrual cycle shaming or degrading those who do. So if you’re in the comment section or the q&a section and leave behind anything other than love. Be blessed somewhere else cause you will be blocked.-------------------Follow the show on Instagram ⁠@dearauntflo.pod⁠ Follow Elisa's journey on Youtube ⁠@elisa_michelle Get full access to Drawn to Heal with Elisa Michelle at illustratedmelanin.substack.com/subscribe

Welcome back to another episode of Dear Aunt Flo. and welcome to a new month. I can’t believe it’s November already. What questions should you be asking your doctor when it comes to your period symptoms and experiences? The short answer is: all of the questions. The longer answer, however, is what we’ll dive into today. So get your pens, pencils, tablets, & notebooks ready and let’s discuss!Disclaimer Reminder:I am not a doctor so everything you will hear from me is out of my own personal experience and whatever research I did on my own time. I will try to reference where I get info from in the show notes if necessary. But don’t come for my non existent medical degree.This is a podcast about menstrual cycles. If you have one, had one, will have one, I welcome you to this safe space. If you don’t have one but are a partner of someone who does, I also welcome you to this safe space. What I won’t tolerate is those who don’t experience a menstrual cycle shaming or degrading those who do. So if you’re in the comment section or the q&a section and leave behind anything other than love. Be blessed somewhere else cause you will be blocked here.-------------------Follow the show on Instagram ⁠@dearauntflo.pod⁠ Follow Elisa's journey on Youtube ⁠@elisa_michelle Get full access to Drawn to Heal with Elisa Michelle at illustratedmelanin.substack.com/subscribe

We’re back from our [extended] summer break, and I’m coming in HOT and ready to hit the ground running! I created a new logo and finally took some podcast cover photos to match the vibes. This episode is a letter to the doctors of the world. Do better!If you watch (or don't watch) the series All American: Homecoming, there will be spoilers in this episode so beware!-----------Disclaimer Reminder:I am not a doctor so everything you will hear from me is out of my own personal experience and whatever research I did on my own time. I will try to reference where I get info from in the show notes if necessary. But don’t come for my non existent medical degree.This is a podcast about menstrual cycles. If you have one, had one, will have one, I welcome you to this safe space. If you don’t have one but are a partner of someone who does, I also welcome you to this safe space. What I won’t tolerate is those who don’t experience a menstrual cycle shaming or degrading those who do. So if you’re in the comment section or the q&a section and leave behind anything other than love. Be blessed somewhere else cause you will be blocked here.-------------------Follow the show on Instagram ⁠@dearauntflo.pod⁠ Follow Elisa's journey on Youtube ⁠@elisa_michelle Get full access to Drawn to Heal with Elisa Michelle at illustratedmelanin.substack.com/subscribe

The past five years have been a complete test of my self-confidence. Let’s dive into a few steps to bring your sexy back and talk about why you may have lost it in the first place. Spoiler alert: It’s been with you all along. Follow the pod on IG for more content and catch up on the latest episodes via Youtube.--------------Upcoming event: In July, I will be hosting an event with a friend, Maricruz of Menos Waste to discuss how we balance business and life during our cycles. If you’re local to San Diego join us for an intimate conversation, guided movement with Latoya of Movement Matters Collective, and some samples of Moon Pads, a local woman-owned period brand.-------------------Disclaimer Reminder:I am not a doctor so everything you will hear from me is out of my own personal experience and whatever research I did on my own time. I will try to reference where I got info from in the show notes if necessary. But don’t come for my non existent medical degree.This is a podcast about menstrual cycles. If you have one, had one, will have one, I welcome you to this safe space. If you don’t have one but are a partner of someone who does, I also welcome you to this safe space. What I won’t tolerate is those who don’t experience a menstrual cycle shaming or degrading those who do. So if you’re in the comment section or the q&a section and leave behind anything other than love. Be blessed somewhere else cause you will be blocked-------------------Follow the show on Instagram ⁠@dearauntflo.pod⁠ Follow Elisa's journey on Youtube ⁠@elisa_michelle Get full access to Drawn to Heal with Elisa Michelle at illustratedmelanin.substack.com/subscribe

I might catch some slack for this one, but I gotta be honest, right?! Listen to my story about how I tried My Happy Flo after hearing such great results. Did it work for me? Do I still use supplements? Remember you can always follow Elisa’s journey on Instagram @dearauntflo.pod for content in between episodes and on Youtube for full videos.---------------Upcoming event: On June 23rd, I will be hosting an event with a friend, Maricruz of Menos Waste to discuss how we balance business and life during our cycles. If you’re local to San Diego join us for intimate conversation, guided movement with Latoya of Movement Matters Collective, and some samples of Moon Pads, a local woman-owned period brand! More info on Eventbrite.-------------------Disclaimer Reminder:I am not a doctor so everything you will hear from me is out of my own personal experience and whatever research I did on my own time. I will try to reference where I got info from in the show notes if necessary. But don’t come for my non existent medical degree.This is a podcast about menstrual cycles. If you have one, had one, will have one, I welcome you to this safe space. If you don’t have one but are a partner of someone who does, I also welcome you to this safe space. What I won’t tolerate is those who don’t experience a menstrual cycle shaming or degrading those who do. So if you’re in the comment section or the q&a section and leave behind anything other than love. Be blessed somewhere else cause you will be blocked-------------------Follow the show on Instagram ⁠@dearauntflo.pod⁠ Follow Elisa's journey on Youtube ⁠@elisa_michelle Get full access to Drawn to Heal with Elisa Michelle at illustratedmelanin.substack.com/subscribe

Where do I even begin with this story? Brace yourself for my embarrassing 4am revelation and why I don’t trust period cups anymore. Plus! Let’s talk period pads and what they’re actually made of. Yikes! Remember you can always follow Elisa’s journey on Instagram @dearauntflo.pod for content in between episodes and on Youtube for full videos.-------------------Disclaimer Reminder:I am not a doctor so everything you will hear from me is out of my own personal experience and whatever research I did on my own time. I will try to reference where I got info from in the show notes if necessary. But don’t come for my non existent medical degree.This is a podcast about menstrual cycles. If you have one, had one, will have one, I welcome you to this safe space. If you don’t have one but are a partner of someone who does, I also welcome you to this safe space. What I won’t tolerate is those who don’t experience a menstrual cycle shaming or degrading those who do. So if you’re in the comment section or the q&a section and leave behind anything other than love. Be blessed somewhere else cause you will be blocked-------------------Follow the show on Instagram ⁠@dearauntflo.pod⁠ Follow Elisa's journey on Youtube ⁠@elisa_michelle Get full access to Drawn to Heal with Elisa Michelle at illustratedmelanin.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode Elisa talks about when she first started having issues with her cycle and how the internet algorithm synced her up with some really dope people to learn from. There’s something powerful when you find community in a situation that seems so isolating. Listen to Elisa share about who she turned to, besides God, to really help her cope with all the changes that were happening to her body. Remember you can always follow her journey on Instagram @dearauntflo.pod for more content in between episodes.-----------------------Disclaimer Reminder:I am not a doctor so everything you will hear from me is out of my own personal experience and whatever research I did on my own time. I will try to reference where I got info from in the show notes if necessary. But don’t come for my non existent medical degree.This is a podcast about menstrual cycles. If you have one, had one, will have one, I welcome you to this safe space. If you don’t have one but are a partner of someone who does, I also welcome you to this safe space. What I won’t tolerate is those who don’t experience a menstrual cycle shaming or degrading those who do. So if you’re in the comment section or the q&a section and leave behind anything other than love. Be blessed somewhere else cause you will be blocked-------------------Follow the show on Instagram ⁠@dearauntflo.pod⁠ Follow Elisa's journey on Youtube ⁠@elisa_michelle Get full access to Drawn to Heal with Elisa Michelle at illustratedmelanin.substack.com/subscribe

It’s go time! We are no longer taking just anything for an answer; we want a concrete plan. In this episode Elisa is talking all about advocacy and the importance of speaking up for yourself. Her Endometriosis story is heavily impacted by her experiences with doctors over the past few years. If you listened to the bonus episode of her last doctor’s appointment, you’ll see how disheartening it is to feel alone on this journey. Let’s discuss showing up for family and friends and partners. Let’s talk about the glaring rate of deaths among Black and Brown women who give birth. Also, peep her list of helpful, women of color resources to follow and gain more insight from.Black Mamas MatterBirth Workers of ColorFor the Village DoulaBlk Women’s HealthThe Black OBGYN Project-------------------Disclaimer Reminder: I am not a doctor so everything you will hear from me is out of my own personal experience and whatever research I did on my own time. I will try to reference where I got info from in the show notes if necessary. But don’t come for my non existent medical degree.This is a podcast about menstrual cycles. If you have one, had one, will have one, I welcome you to this safe space. If you don’t have one but are a partner of someone who does, I also welcome you to this safe space. What I won’t tolerate is those who don’t experience a menstrual cycle shaming or degrading those who do. So if you’re in the comment section or the q&a section and leave behind anything other than love. Be blessed somewhere else cause you will be blocked-------------------Follow the show on Instagram @dearauntflo.podFollow Elisa's journey on Youtube @elisa_michelle Get full access to Drawn to Heal with Elisa Michelle at illustratedmelanin.substack.com/subscribe

I told you I’d update you on how my cycle went last month and well…it was a sh*t show. I cried a lot and things don’t seem to be getting any better. Welcome to another TMI episode of my period story. I truly hope sharing my experience helps someone out there because this is a full body disease that deserves more outcry so health professionals can take better action.Follow the show on Instagram @dearauntflo.podFollow Elisa's journey on Youtube @elisa_michelle Get full access to Drawn to Heal with Elisa Michelle at illustratedmelanin.substack.com/subscribe

If you listen to or watch one of my favorite podcasts, Gin & Juice, then you'll understand this next reference. Today Elisa is popping the trunk on doctors and Lupron. Listen to her most recent story about a doctors visit where she thought she'd finally get some answers and insights on next steps for her Endo journey, but instead was met with gaslighting and disappointment. This bonus episode is giving all the raw emotions of why it's so important to advocate for yourself!-----------Follow the show on Instagram @dearauntflo.podFollow Elisa's journey on Youtube @elisa_michelle Get full access to Drawn to Heal with Elisa Michelle at illustratedmelanin.substack.com/subscribe

It’s Women’s History Month and Endometriosis Awareness Month! We’re talking all about our first periods. What even is it and who sent you? Also, did we all really live the same life because I still see this book (see below) circulating and I hope it has been updated because psshhh. As always, every episode begins with a letter to Aunt Flo and ends with an affirmation to keep us lifted. Let’s dive into the world of Endo together and find new ways to cope along the way.Did you read the book The Care and Keeping of You? I'd love suggestions on new books to offer our listeners so they can have a better learning experience. Drop your recs via DMs on Instagram @dearauntflo.pod.--------------Follow the show on Instagram @dearauntflo.podFollow Elisa's journey on Youtube @elisa_michelle Get full access to Drawn to Heal with Elisa Michelle at illustratedmelanin.substack.com/subscribe

Elisa continues the story of her journey with Endometriosis and updates us on where she is now. Spoiler alert: it’s not great. We’re talking about the two finger doctors, the insane amount of ibuprofen, and why tf gas gotta be so rude?! Every episode begins with a letter to Aunt Flo and ends with an affirmation to keep us lifted. Let’s dive into the world of Endo together and find new ways to cope along the way.Follow the show on Instagram @dearauntflo.podFollow Elisa's journey on Youtube @elisa_michelle Get full access to Drawn to Heal with Elisa Michelle at illustratedmelanin.substack.com/subscribe

Elisa shares the origin story of her journey with Endometriosis and all that it brings. This TMI episode will cover everything from bbq sauce, #iykyk, to booty cramps. Nothing is off limits when it comes to Aunt Flo and she ain’t holding back. Every episode begins with a letter to Aunt Flo and ends with an affirmation to keep us lifted. Let’s dive into the world of Endo together and find new ways to cope along the way.Follow the show on Instagram @dearauntflo.podFollow Elisa's journey on Youtube @elisa_michelle Get full access to Drawn to Heal with Elisa Michelle at illustratedmelanin.substack.com/subscribe

It's like a support group for women who are fed up with their periods. Disclaimer: I am NOT a doctor, but I have years of experience dealing with a crappy menstrual cycle that no one warned me about. This will be a safe space to dive deep into our uterine journey and talk about the things that no one likes to openly discuss, like IBS and lightening crotch. I’ll be sharing my story with Endometriosis and if it doesn’t encourage you (because why would pain make you feel good?) I hope it at least gives you comfort knowing you’re not alone. You will hear the word vagina A LOT and many other terms you may or may not feel comfortable discussing. So if this sounds like your jam I hope you join me on this journey to figuring out what thee entire eff is going on in there and why she, Aunt Flo, gotta be so rude every month.Follow the show on Instagram @dearauntflo.podFollow Elisa's journey on Youtube @elisa_michelle Get full access to Drawn to Heal with Elisa Michelle at illustratedmelanin.substack.com/subscribe