Whether you’re just beginning or have been on this path for a while, the emotional challenges can be overwhelming. From navigating expectations to coping with uncertainty, the emotional impact is real—and it’s okay to feel this way.

Proper nutrition plays a significant role in managing endometriosis and can have a positive impact on symptoms. While it may not “cure” endometriosis, the right diet can help reduce inflammation, […]

Practicing self-love and compassion involves cultivating habits and mindsets that prioritize your well-being and emotional health. Here are some ways to do that: By incorporating these practices into your daily […]

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Medical gaslighting refers to when a healthcare provider downplays or ignores your symptoms and/or complaints. Studies show that women, people of color and people who identify as LGBTQ are less […]

“I didn’t want to upset my loved ones, but I couldn’t carry this alone.”  ― Julie Flygare For many of us, the story of our journey toward parenthood is a […]

It can be really difficult to know what to say or do to comfort a friend or family member who is dealing with infertility. The experience of infertility, pregnancy loss, […]

What makes a mother? Are you a mother if you gave birth? If you had a C section? If you lost a child? If you had a miscarriage?  Are you […]

7 foods to support Endometriosis By Kriszta Tiwari Endometriosis affects 1 in 10 women through their reproductive years. It is a complex chronic inflammatory disease with a myriad of symptoms […]

By Tonya Wood, PhD Dr. Wood is a licensed psychologist who provides consultation, evaluation and psychotherapy. She is also on the faculty at Pepperdine University. Her academic scholarship focuses on […]