Not the Endo. Period.

Lydia B

This is a podcast about my personal journey suffering with endometriosis, polycystic ovaries, infertility and induced menopause in my 30s.This is not a medical podcast but more an insight into the things I have experienced, how I have felt and how I feel, what I have found works (or not) and how over the years I have learnt what should be accepted as "normal" and what shouldn't. The reason I have decided to make this podcast is because I still think the joyous and hardship of all that it is to be a woman is not widely discussed as a whole and I want to share my experiences to help others and let the world know we are all different so don't treat us as the same! read less
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Trailer - Not the Endo. Period.
Oct 20 2022
Trailer - Not the Endo. Period.
Trailer for my brand new podcast - Not the Endo. Period by me, Lydia B!Episode 1 coming October 31st.
Update from Lydia Bee!
Mar 13 2023
Update from Lydia Bee!
This is just a little update from me as I have decided to take a break until May/June due to my exam coming up and the endo retreat at the end of March.I look forward to connecting with you for season 2!
Episode 10 - The Fertility Journey continues...
Feb 17 2023
Episode 10 - The Fertility Journey continues...
This episode I talk about the start to the medical part of my fertility journey, finding out I had PCO as well an endometriosis, how this made me feel and how it effected my life.
Episode 9 - When are you going to have a baby?
Feb 4 2023
Episode 9 - When are you going to have a baby?
This episode is all about that question you get asked (in many different ways) about basically when are you going to get pregnant and start a family?For me this question was hard and in my early 20s I found that my life started to become consumed and I become obsessed with the idea of having a baby and getting pregnant.I talk about all the "odd" things I started to do with are actually completely normal and about how it's a part of my life journey I have accepted as a part of me!Don't forget to follow me on Instagram:nottheendo.period
Episode 8 - Hold Endo Retreat - Michaela's Story
Jan 20 2023
Episode 8 - Hold Endo Retreat - Michaela's Story
I am really excited about this weeks episode - the lovely Michaela who is the Founder of Hold shares her story and talks about the amazing Endo retreat which is happening at the end of March.I am so honoured and pleased to be part of such an amazing event and to have connected which such an incredible woman!If you want to know more and to book you place, just visit:https://holdwellbeing.co.uk/I can't wait!
Episode 7 - New Year - Same Me!
Jan 6 2023
Episode 7 - New Year - Same Me!
New year - same me!This episode is an update into my current endo journey as over Christmas there has been more change as well as my thoughts and realisations as we start 2023!This podcast will now be moving to fortnightly due to other commitments - I am currently doing a diploma and my first exam is coming up so need to spend a bit more time revising.
Special - Lydia's apple catchers
Dec 29 2022
Special - Lydia's apple catchers
Just before Christmas I went on a road trip with my bestie Nina for a confidence boost photoshoot at Andrew Wood Photography in Manchester.This was us having a natter about it on the way back!
Episode 6 - Those Grey Days!
Dec 12 2022
Episode 6 - Those Grey Days!
This episode is all about those down days and how I have stopped them taking control of me and how I get through them.It's important we remember that our minds and bodys are one - not separate so it's important to look after both!Also big shout out to the band Unlucky Strike - go and give them a listen!
Episode 5 - Tablets, pills, injections and more!
Dec 6 2022
Episode 5 - Tablets, pills, injections and more!
This weeks episode is about how I was finally diagnosed with endometriosis and the different ways I have tried in the early days to control the symptoms and problems I was having.Remember should you wish to get in touch, please email Nottheendo.period@outlook.com
Episode 4 - Pads, Tampons, Cups and More!
Nov 27 2022
Episode 4 - Pads, Tampons, Cups and More!
This weeks episode is about period products - what has worked for me and what hasn't.As someone who suffers with endometriosis it was only through my own trackers and my own assessment that I was able to find out that certain products can create increased pain and  just aren't worth using.And don't forget you can still sing the petition to give girls more privacy at school in the toilets.change.org/ProtectPeriodPrivacy
Episode 3 - Boobs Glorious Boobs
Nov 20 2022
Episode 3 - Boobs Glorious Boobs
This weeks episode is all about boobs, tits, jugs, whatever you call them and the importance of checking them and that even if you find a lump it does not mean the worst!Want to get in touch with your stories - contact me at Nottheendo.period@outlook.com
Episode 2 - In the beginning there were...Periods!
Nov 7 2022
Episode 2 - In the beginning there were...Periods!
I'm not 100% well at the moment but that's ok - I still wanted to record this and get this out.These podcast episodes are literally just me, a mic and my computer. All the editing is done by me so it is raw, it's not sorted in any post production but hey that's how it goes - I want it to be raw. This weeks episode is about periods and the experience I had when I started and the things I learnt from then to now.I do drop the F boom so I apologise for that but it's sometimes the word that comes out!Anyway, give it a listen and see what you think.If you want to share, you can contact me by emailing Nottheendo.period@outlook.com
Episode 1 - Why am I doing this?
Oct 23 2022
Episode 1 - Why am I doing this?
Hi - welcome to the first every episode of Not the Endo.Period with me Lydia B.This mini episode is an intro into why I have decided to pick up my mic, get talking and get sharing!If you want to share to, you can contact me by emailing Nottheendo.period@outlook.com (and should you want to keep in anonomous, please let me know).So excited to have you on this journey with me!You can also find me on Instagram - search Nottheendo.Period
Trailer - Not the Endo. Period.
Oct 20 2022
Trailer - Not the Endo. Period.
Trailer for my brand new podcast - Not the Endo. Period by me, Lydia B!Episode 1 coming October 31st.