#fibriods

[pumpkinsae]

So like, for awhile now there's been some pondering happening with my pt, and my gyno because a lot of my symptoms don't line up with just fibroids. & we've been starting to all wonder if maybe I have endometriosis. Right now it's suspected because my symptoms - some line up with that diagnose as well. So with my upcoming lap my surgeon / gyno is going to look after he removes my fibroid. (Which is going to be a 3 hour procedure. and if he can't get them out thru lap, he said it'll become an open myomectomy - which is basically a c-section cut. & that one makes me worried about recovery cause we do know already I have musculoskeletal issues. *panic sae sounds*) I'm nervous for monday. and I've been flopping a bit with feelings. Like do I want them to find out whats wrong with me - yes. Do I want surgery to provide relief so I can feel more normals - yes. But also...I do feel that sense of drain they either might not find more wrong or they might find more wrong... if I make sense?

[onwacollective]

while I’m up from a histamine flare that I caused experimenting with supplements…

I’ve been learning about the connection between histamine intolerance (MCAS) and estrogen dominance leading to conditions like fibroids and endometriosis. Learning about the role of histamines in these conditions has been a health game changer for my highly sensitive body. I’ll write more about this as I learn, but in the meantime, some support for those with highly sensitive bodies:

https://whatthebleepcanieat.com/ makes it easy to filter for different food sensitivities. If you believe you are having an issue with histamines, you can create a food list filtering them out and experiment with elimination of histamine triggering foods. You can also filter for FODMAPS and gluten and things. It’s really an amazing site.

nettle and holy basil herbal infusions have been changing my life. Apparently, 3 months of consistent use of herbs like nettle is the magic number for histamine relief (I’ve been using it for around 2 months and experiencing a difference in sleep, estrogen, and mood). Holy basil works its magic pretty instantly.

binders (clay, charcoal, etc.) have also been providing a lot of relief. It’s important to use binders wisely as many of them pull out excess estrogen and histamines while also kicking out essential nutrients. I’ve been using them topically instead of internally (will share more about this later on) and it’s really improved my sleep

FREEZE YOUR FOOD. histamine intolerance is triggered by bacteria. Anything canned, fermented (alcohol, chocolate, yogurt), and older than a day can be a trigger. Leftovers do not work for highly sensitive bodies (I could never understand why a food I was excited about one day would make me feel nauseous the next). So, I’ve been cooking protein and broth in batches and freezing it after it cools. Game changer.

[notsssickenough]

Always Nauseous

[onwacollective]

Womb Healing Masterpost

 Please share far and wide.

With the increase of hormonal imbalance as a result of the collective being fed constant cycles of stress through the media, I’ve felt called to organize info that’s been useful to me on healing the womb and healing hormonal imbalance. While menstruation pain has been normalized, it is not natural to regularly be in pain during your cycle. Consistently painful cycles are the body’s way of communicating that something is wrong and that the womb needs attention.  I’ve provided some tools below to help.

I’ve broken the info up into three categories: energetic, physical, and gut health. I’ve found it to be true that womb related issues are always energetic first. Fixing the physical issue without addressing the emotional/energetic wounding will cause the illness to manifest in the body in another way. The physical category focuses on how to address womb imbalance by making changes to diet and behavior. The gut health category is gut specific healing because many hormones are created in the gut or called into creation by the gut microbiome. If you have hormonal issues it’s likely you have gut health issues as well.

The most important element of healing your womb is discernment. Use your discernment when moving through this information. Some things will be helpful and relevant to you and some will not. Everyone’s body is unique. Honor that on your journey to healing.

**note: some of these resources advise restrictive dieting (example vegan, low/no carb or otherwise) to heal the womb. While using these diets to detox for a little while may be beneficial, I’ve personally found restrictive diets to be more damaging long term. I’ve found the most benefit from prometabolic eating or eating ancestrally.  With any dietary info provided in these resources, use your discernment and prioritize listening to your body’s unique needs.**

Energetic

VIDEOS

Caroline Myss: Why People Don't Heal

The Truth About Uterine Fibroids In Melanin Dominant Women (Black Women) - Dr. Jewel Pookrum

5 Mindset Shifts That Have Completely Transformed My Health Journey

PODCASTS

S3E07. HOW TO GIVE YOUR BODY A “SOFTWARE UPDATE” - the art of updating your physical body on emotional breakthroughs for better lymphatic drainage, emotional release, and brain-body connection w/ Julie Tracy

BOOKS

You Look Like Something Blooming: A Memoir of Divination Seeds to Cultivate Your Feminine Garden Temple by India Ame’ye (you can also check out India’s tumblr HERE)

Sacred Woman: A Guide to Healing the Feminine Body, Mind, and Spirit by Queen Afua

Set Boundaries, Find Peace by Nedra Glover Tawwab

Physical

VIDEOS

HOW TO V STEAM AT HOME | DIY Yoni Steam

The Goddess Collection aka KrystalTheHealthAdvocate YouTube Channel

DIY Castor Oil Pack Tutorial | How to Castor Oil Pack for Fertility, Fibroids and Liver Health

BOOKS

In the FLO: Unlock Your Hormonal Advantage and Revolutionize Your Life by Alisa Vitti

Hormone Intelligence by Aviva Romm, MD

PODCASTS

S3E02. FROM WELLNESS EXTREMES TO A HEALTHY FOUNDATION - why getting back to basics, saying no to fads and fueling our bodies is the medicine women need with Nina Passero, FDN-P

S3E05. BEYOND BIRTH CONTROL - tracking your menstrual cycle, reproductive empowerment + ways to take control of your fertility and health with Lisa Hendrickson-Jack

S2E12. PCOS: WHY ARE SO MANY WOMEN SUFFERING? - a conversation about carbs, body temperature, metabolism, stress and phone addiction with Amanda Montalvo, RD, FDN-P

S2E2. WHY HORMONE IMBALANCE IS ON THE RISE - Dr. Aviva Romm shares tangible solutions for endo and PCOS

BLOGS/INSTAS/WEBSITES

What is Yoni Steaming?

Herbal Tea Nourishment - https://thealkalinegoddess.com

@thegoddescollection on insta

@JessicaAshWellness on insta

https://www.jessicaashwellness.com/

Gut Health

BOOKS

Gut and Psychology Syndrome: Natural Treatment for Autism, Dyspraxia, A.D.D., Dyslexia, A.D.H.D., Depression, Schizophrenia by Dr. Natasha Campbell-McBride

Glucose Revolution: The Life-Changing Power of Balancing Your Blood Sugar by Jessie Inchauspe

BLOGS/INSTAS/WEBSITES

@GlucoseGoddess on Instagram

@JessicaAshWellness on insta

How to make your own Saurkraut

How (and why) to do an Enema

PODCASTS

S2E13. THE LIVER GUT CONNECTION - Dr. Asia Muhammad on why fatty liver is exploding, leaky gut, and the root of most health concerns

APPS

Monash University FODMAP diet (for locating food sensitivities)

I’ll add to this list as I continue to find and remember resources that have been supportive. If we let it, womb healing can be a beautiful initiation into feminine power. Be gentle with yourself 💗

[notsssickenough]

I hate having to explain that I take birth control to keep my TUMORS from growing and causing me pain. Because I got laughed at while calling around different clinics to see who could give me my depo shot for my fibroids because my pain is 11/10 right now and I don't want to wait a week to MAYBE get it at my appointment.

You know who didn't laugh? Planned Parenthood. They're booked to the teeth tho so I'm still stuck fucking waiting.

[notsssickenough]

I use to think the worst thing that'd happen if I was off my meds for two weeks was that I'd get heartburn, but that was false. I am in so much pain and I have one more week to go.

I also can't tell if I'm bloating or if I've gotten like way fatter in two weeks. I want to blame bloat because my diet hasn't changed, if anything it's better/greener. I got food stamps and could finally afford to buy fresh veggies and higher quality food without worrying about them going bad before I can eat them.

My stomach hurts. My uterus hurts. My back fucking hurts. All my joints hurt. I'm so exhausted from being in pain all the time.

[notsssickenough]

Turns out my fibriods aren't growing and seem to be working well with the birth control. I'm just always in pain because the other lovely problems I have. I can still blame them for my weak bladder!

[notsssickenough]

I feel like shit. My muscles ache from cramping in my legs and back all day and yesterday. My joints feel like they straight up don't wanna work. It's about 3/4 my uterus and the accompanying shit hormones. I feel like I'm on my period even when I'm not and I don't see the obgyn till Friday.