The White Dress DiariesThe White Dress Diaries is an empowering blog where we dive into the wellness journey of living with uterine fibroids, offering insights and support for anyone facing this common but challenging condition. Here we will discuss how to identify symptoms, gain practical tips for managing fibroid-related discomfort, and explore lifestyle shifts that prioritize physical and emotional well-being. We’ll also introduce bold voices and trailblazers making waves in fibroid awareness and women's health, from medical advocates to wellness influencers. Whether you’re looking for relief, hope, or a community, this blog is designed to uplift and inspire as you navigate your wellness path.
Breaking the Silence: The Hidden Emotional Burden of Fibroids
When we talk about the effects of fibroids, we usually focus on the physical challenges. The pain, the heavy periods, and the surgeries often take center stage because they’re so visible—both to patients and the people around them
Is Heavy Bleeding Disrupting Your Life? Here Are 5 Symptoms to Watch For and When to Seek Help
One of the most challenging symptoms faced by those with uterine fibroids is heavy bleeding—often creeping up subtly as each cycle becomes heavier.
Fitness & Fibroids: Empowering Your Body, Embracing Your Physical Health
One of the things that fibroid patients may struggle with is staying active when they often feel exhausted from their lengthy, heavy, and painful periods.
Restoring Body Confidence After a Fibroid Diagnosis and Treatment
The fibroid patient’s experience can alter not only our physical, but mental perception of our bodies and overall self.
Celebrating a Decade of Empowerment: The White Dress Project's Empowerment Experience in Washington, DC
As The White Dress Project celebrates its ten-year anniversary, we reflect on the incredible journey we've had and the success of our latest Empowerment Experience in Washington, DC.
Uterine Fibroids And Diet
Fibroids are non-cancerous tumors that grow on or within the uterine walls. While they are relatively common, fibroids can cause a variety of symptoms, including heavy bleeding, pain, and fertility problems. While the exact cause of fibroids is unknown, diet is thought to play a role in their development.
A Case for Wellness: The Importance of Living Life Well as an Empowered Fibroid Patient
In our inaugural post, I would like to make a case for the importance of awareness and wellness tools to equip fibroid patients along their journeys.