Hi, I'm Jo

I’m a 36yo mum of two living with endometriosis, adenomyosis and chronic migraines. My symptoms began at the very early age of 11, to which back then were passed off as IBS or anxiety. As I got older and struggled my way through increasing pain, I navigated many career obstacles as a result of my unpredictable health. Doctors continued dismissing my symptoms and I simply had enough. Fast forward a number of years and advocating HARD, I finally received my diagnosis via laparoscopy. I have since had 4 surgeries in total plus a recent hysterectomy. I have also returned to university in my 30’s where I am completing my Masters degree to become a Women’s Health Counsellor in the Endometriosis space (because our mental health matters!) . Endo can take so much from us. Remember we live with chronic pain, but we are not THE chronic pain. With the right support from this fantastic program paired with my own lived experience - we can connect, exchange handy hints, and face this bravely together x

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