When it comes to PCOS, I experienced symptoms for years but never took the step to get a formal diagnosis. Ultimately, I felt that all a doctor could do was confirm what I already suspected: that I had PCOS. The usual response was, "There's no real treatment plan—just try birth control." Over the years, I tried several forms of birth control, but each one seemed to disrupt my hormones, except for the NuvaRing. However, even with insurance, the cost of the ring was prohibitively expensive, so I couldn’t continue using it.
For almost a year, my partner and I had been engaging in "adult hugging" without actively trying to conceive, but we weren't using any form of protection either, as I wanted to give my body a break from everything. Then, a few months after I started consistently eating healthier, working out almost every day, and focusing on my mental well-being, I discovered I was pregnant with my daughter. I truly believe that, in some cases, taking care of yourself holistically—listening to your body—can make all the difference, rather than relying on prescriptions or adding another vitamin to your routine.
100%! Most of the times we need to take care of our foundations and connect with our bodies! No pill or supplement will fix your issue! PCOS, from what we know, it's a condition that is made worse by our environment which is filled with stress, excess calories and no movement. Taking care of those things will solve part of the issue!
Congratulations on your little one! Must be an incredible feeling@
Thank you so much. I couldn't agree more with what you stated. It's really up to us to listen to our own bodies, and be strict about our food intake. Staying hydrated and getting movement in as you stated. It was incredible to have my daughter, but it was a challenge. My delivery was an absolute nightmare. But she is extremely healthy and bright, I couldn't ask for more. Best of luck to all the girls out there struggling with the same issue.
Such a nuanced question. In terms of the larger scope of medical treatments (surgeries, cancer treatments, emergencies) I’m so thankful for the benefits modern medicine gives us. That said, I’m so thankful for alternative medicine in regards to overall health and especially my PCOS. If I hadn’t been given an absolutely dismal “treatment plan” (if you can even call it that) for my PCOS by my gynecologist at the young age of 23, I would never have taken the deep dive into alternative medicine and learned how to manage/even heal some of my symptoms through alternate routes. Modern medicine is of course essential in some contexts, but I find my first stop is almost always alternative medicine.
Their suggestion was that there was no cure and I could just go on birth control until I was ready to try to conceive (which would be another 10+ years) and “if it gets bad enough we can discuss metformin.”
So thankful it also led me to nutritional therapy and kinesiology, not to mention furthered my desire to secure my career in therapeutic culinary arts! Didn’t love that this was my path, but I think it was turned around for good for SURE.
When it comes to PCOS, I experienced symptoms for years but never took the step to get a formal diagnosis. Ultimately, I felt that all a doctor could do was confirm what I already suspected: that I had PCOS. The usual response was, "There's no real treatment plan—just try birth control." Over the years, I tried several forms of birth control, but each one seemed to disrupt my hormones, except for the NuvaRing. However, even with insurance, the cost of the ring was prohibitively expensive, so I couldn’t continue using it.
For almost a year, my partner and I had been engaging in "adult hugging" without actively trying to conceive, but we weren't using any form of protection either, as I wanted to give my body a break from everything. Then, a few months after I started consistently eating healthier, working out almost every day, and focusing on my mental well-being, I discovered I was pregnant with my daughter. I truly believe that, in some cases, taking care of yourself holistically—listening to your body—can make all the difference, rather than relying on prescriptions or adding another vitamin to your routine.
Hi Alexis,
Thank you for sharing your story!
100%! Most of the times we need to take care of our foundations and connect with our bodies! No pill or supplement will fix your issue! PCOS, from what we know, it's a condition that is made worse by our environment which is filled with stress, excess calories and no movement. Taking care of those things will solve part of the issue!
Congratulations on your little one! Must be an incredible feeling@
Thank you so much. I couldn't agree more with what you stated. It's really up to us to listen to our own bodies, and be strict about our food intake. Staying hydrated and getting movement in as you stated. It was incredible to have my daughter, but it was a challenge. My delivery was an absolute nightmare. But she is extremely healthy and bright, I couldn't ask for more. Best of luck to all the girls out there struggling with the same issue.
Such a nuanced question. In terms of the larger scope of medical treatments (surgeries, cancer treatments, emergencies) I’m so thankful for the benefits modern medicine gives us. That said, I’m so thankful for alternative medicine in regards to overall health and especially my PCOS. If I hadn’t been given an absolutely dismal “treatment plan” (if you can even call it that) for my PCOS by my gynecologist at the young age of 23, I would never have taken the deep dive into alternative medicine and learned how to manage/even heal some of my symptoms through alternate routes. Modern medicine is of course essential in some contexts, but I find my first stop is almost always alternative medicine.
Very similar experience to mine. What was the dismal “treatment plan”? And what worked for you?
I also had a very disappointing experience, which led me to receive Nutritional Therapy and to write this newsletter.
I also love the idea of your Newsletter. Not yet a mum, but I am already worried about that vulnerable post-partum time.
Their suggestion was that there was no cure and I could just go on birth control until I was ready to try to conceive (which would be another 10+ years) and “if it gets bad enough we can discuss metformin.”
So thankful it also led me to nutritional therapy and kinesiology, not to mention furthered my desire to secure my career in therapeutic culinary arts! Didn’t love that this was my path, but I think it was turned around for good for SURE.