Hi Friends! I’ve just returned from my second FDRS conference. This one was in Atlanta and had numerous patients, therapists, surgeons, clinicians and vendors in attendance. It’s a great event to learn about all the new research initiatives and outcomes related to fat disorders, of which lipedema is the largest group represented at the conference.Continue reading “The 2023 Fat Disorders Resource Society Conference Did Not Disappoint – A Recap”
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LegsLikeMine is Heading to the Fat Disorders Resource Society Conference in Atlanta!
Hi friends! I’ve been a busy bee behind the scenes, getting ready to attend the Fat Disorders Resource Society Annual Conference in Atlanta this weekend. I’m super excited after having attended last year in Cleveland. This conference is so important to the lipedema community. It’s the only time each year that lipedema patients gather toContinue reading “LegsLikeMine is Heading to the Fat Disorders Resource Society Conference in Atlanta!”
Fresh for Spring! Lipedema Friendly Outfit Idea
HI friends! My mom snapped a pic of me the other day when I took her to a doctor’s appointment, wearing a real dress that I really ordered for myself. I’ve gotten a ton of compliments on this little outfit so I thought I’d share it. This is from a company I’ve been wearing aContinue reading “Fresh for Spring! Lipedema Friendly Outfit Idea”
My New Book, Aqua Therapy for Lipedema and Lymphedema is Available!
Link to buy it: https://amzn.to/3z8DxYF Hi friends! Whew! I did it! Just in time for swimming season, Aqua Therapy for Lipedema and Lymphedema is out on Amazon! After some late nights of editing and reviewing I’ve finished the aqua therapy book and I’m really excited to share what I’ve learned with you all! It turnsContinue reading “My New Book, Aqua Therapy for Lipedema and Lymphedema is Available!”
List of Supplies You Might Need for Aqua Therapy for Lipedema and Lymphedema
Hi friends! Here’s a section from my new book, Aqua Therapy for Lipedema and Lymphedema. In the book I mention several items that you might want to make your aqua therapy more enjoyable. I’ve attached that list here, and will be linking to specific items on Amazon as the book is released. If you haveContinue reading “List of Supplies You Might Need for Aqua Therapy for Lipedema and Lymphedema”
Does your Face Puff Up When You Get a Lipedema Flare? I’m Doing a 30 Day Test to See if I can Un-Puff
Hi friends! I’ve noticed lately that when I get a lipedema flare up (which to me, looks like significant swelling and nighttime pain, sometimes even with added dislocations in the knee, ankle and hip), that my face also gets puffy. I started doing some research in medical stuff and learned how the lymph nodes ofContinue reading “Does your Face Puff Up When You Get a Lipedema Flare? I’m Doing a 30 Day Test to See if I can Un-Puff”
I finally reviewed the Hip Hugger for the booty gap in all our jeans
Hi friends! A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away, I bought a Hip Hugger device to test. This device is advertised as, ‘The no-buckle, no-bulk, no-front belt.” The packaging also says, “Bye bye peek-a-booty!” Cute. So I did a little test of this guy. Here’s my review. It was really hard toContinue reading “I finally reviewed the Hip Hugger for the booty gap in all our jeans”
Answer to an FAQ: How Long Can I Wear the Same Compression?
WARNING! These compression pants will self destruct in 3-2-1… Hi friends! As I was getting dressed this morning, I heard the dreaded sound of the “warning hole” being torn open in my Bioflect Capris. Darn it. And once the Warning Hole has opened up, I’m good for two more washes before, piece by piece, theyContinue reading “Answer to an FAQ: How Long Can I Wear the Same Compression?”
Why I Made a Lipedema Awareness Program for Girl Scouts – Early Treatment is Key
Hi friends, Did you know I have a badge program for lipedema awareness that can be used for Girl Scouts, Scouts, Campfire, etc.? This is so important, because if girls can figure out what’s going on with them, their future patients or friends early, they can begin conservative measures early. All this leads to theContinue reading “Why I Made a Lipedema Awareness Program for Girl Scouts – Early Treatment is Key”
Drinking Water is an Important Part of Managing Lipedema and Lymphedema – A Reminder to ME.
Hi friends! I’ve recently been experiencing some significant swelling in my left leg, which has had lymphedema in it since my first pregnancy and delivery, in addition to having lipedema. So, I decided to get back in with my Occupational Therapist to discuss strategies, and I visited with some lipedema doctor friends as well. TheContinue reading “Drinking Water is an Important Part of Managing Lipedema and Lymphedema – A Reminder to ME.”
