I was diagnosed with endometriosis in 2005. Since then I’ve had three abdominal surgeries, including a hysterectomy, to help with symptoms and pain management. Along with my diagnosis I’ve experienced chronic pelvic pain, cramping and joint discomfort. Chronic pain can be exhausting. Not only physically, but mentally as well. You don’t know when or where […]
Coffee with Coconut Oil – Life Changing Coffee!
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I love coffee, but coffee with coconut oil takes it to a new level. Hear me out. I’ve taken breaks from coffee throughout my life. The first time was for lent years ago. Then I stopped for both of my pregnancies and cut back considerably during my years of infertility. I recommend to everyone they […]
Exercises for Bloating and Digestion – Short Routine for Home
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Exercises for Bloating and Digestion I honestly never thought about digestion when I was younger. I ate what I wanted and let my body take care of it. No biggie. Then I had a colonoscopy at the ripe old age of 27 because of the weird stomach pains and intestinal problems I was having. It […]
What is a “Pilates Body”? This answer might surprise you.
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I’m sure you have heard the term “Pilates Body”. As in: – Oh, she really has a Pilates body – I can tell you do Pilates because you have that classic Pilates body – I want to do Pilates for a Pilates body In general it’s used to describe someone who aesthetically is “long and […]
My Favorite Prenatal Vitamins
Jessica | I talk a lot about nutrition here at Jessica Valant Pilates, and you all know how important I feel good vitamins are to improving our overall health. Now that I’m 23 weeks pregnant, I continue to have a love affair with my vitamins. I’ve adjusted what I’m taking slightly, and filmed this short video to […]
Exercise During IVF – What You Should and Shouldn’t Do
Jessica | Exercise During IVF Part of what keeps me sane is movement. Sometimes this involves an advanced Pilates class. Sometimes it’s a stroll around my neighborhood. It can include stretching, lifting, sweating, jumping, riding, pulling or pushing. I just need some form of exercise every day to feel my best , both mentally and physically. […]
How To Chose Your IVF Doctor
Jessica | To get in-depth information about my story and learn more about my IVF book coming out this year, join my mailing list here. ———————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————– Choosing your IVF doctor is one of the most important factors in your IVF journey. You will be investing a lot of time, emotion and money with your facility in the hopes […]
IVF Embryo Transfer – Fresh vs. Frozen Transfers
Jessica | To get more in-depth information and learn more about my detailed book on IVF when it comes out, join my mailing list here. In my last IVF and Infertility post, I talked about a typical IVF cycle and calendar, including the common medications used during the stimming period. If you haven’t read that yet, you […]
How I Decided To Start IVF
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Endometriosis, Surgery and IVF – My Journey
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Some of you have been readers for a few years, while others may be new and just getting to know me. Because of that, you may or may not know that I had surgery in August of this year. Recovery has been quite a long journey for me and, while I’ve opened up a little […]