#PCOS Journey

[martha-oi]

Hi! Don't mind me this post is just for me and my mental health...

Finally I just got diagnosed with PCOS!

I'm so happy that someone acknowledged my symptoms,unfortynately in Italy this disease is not known enough as it should be,they just say "you are fat,eat less,go for a run,you should be more calm,don't stress".

If you feel sick and you KNOW there is something wrong FIGHT FOR IT! Let them know♥️🌈

Ps. Sorry for my english but I'm happy and sad at the same time and I can't think straight😩

[journey-of-trial-and-error]

Day 1

Weight: 158lbs

Waist: 32in

Hips: 42in

Thigh: 22in

Supplements: 2000mg/50mg of 40:1 ratio Myo and D-Chiro Inositol, Folate, D3 (all one capsule, henceforth referred to as Inositol+), 750mg Berberine

Diet: unchanged

Thoughts: I definitely snacked too much today, but I didn't feel as hungry as I usually do. I think once I'm taking the full dose of my supplements as I'm supposed to, my appetite will be reduced which will benefit me significantly.

Feeling pretty down about myself though. I wish I had more self control to not snack throughout the day.

[thewhitekettle]

Self Care Week

Apparently my cortisol levels are high, so I’m upping the self care this week.

S • Time with God & Resetting my space

M • Therapy & Nail Appointment

T • Facial & Friends

W • “Everything” shower

T • Spend time being creative/ working with hands

F • Treat myself to a coffee or cocktail

S • Spend half the day doing nothing

S • Spend time with God

M • 2 hour hot stone massage

I want to also want to:

Take a 10-15 minute walk everyday because my skin is kind of dull so I’m assuming my vitamin D is low.

Get lost in a book a few times a week

Maybe pay off a debt

[khristinewriteandcapture]

Life Entry #1

Yesterday, April 2, 2025, I got diagnosed with bilateral polycystic ovarian morphology.

I think I already knew years ago but never really had the chance to check with the doctor and get the actual checkup and laboratory. Maraming beses na akong nagplano na magpacheckup, pero somehow, hindi ko tinutuloy kasi siguro at the back of my mind, alam ko na ang magiging resulta. In denial, kumbaga.

Kaya pala ganito ang katawan ko. Sobrang bilis magbago ng mood ko. Kasi ang mga symptoms ng magkakaroon ng regla, buntis, at may PCOS ay halos magkakapareho lang.

Marami na akong nabasa regarding PCOS. Diet plans, exercise routines, vitamins to take—pero ang pinakang nakakuha ng pansin ko is walang cure ang PCOS. It's one of those diseases na parang cancer na walang cure. And up until now, grabe pa din ang stigma sa PCOS saying na psychological illness lang yan ng babae na dapat mag-exercise at wag matakaw. Or dahil sa ayaw mong sundin ang natural flow ng buhay at uminom ka ng birth control pills, PCOS ang ibibigay sayo, which is all bullshit and typical Filipino mentality.

Hindi ko pa lubos maisip na may PCOS nga ako, pero kagabi I end up crying myself to sleep for the possibility of infertility. Alam kong ayoko pa magkaanak, but after meeting my partner and dreaming of a life and a family with him, it just makes me sad. We began to blame ourselves dahil sa resulta ng lab ko. Siya, sabi niya kasalanan niya kasi nagtake daw ako ng pills para hindi muna mabuntis, and me, blaming myself kasi hindi ko inalagaan ng maayos ang sarili ko.

Dapat talaga mandatory na ang ganitong mga checkups hindi lang sa kababaihan pero para sa lahat. We should be aware of what's going on inside our body; kesa naman magsisi tayo kung kailan huli na ang lahat.

These may be the start of my journey as a PCOS girly, and I was thinking of documenting it here kasi less judgement. Ayokong makaattract ng mga paepal sa comment section na ang habol lang ay makialam sa buhay ng iba kasi wala silang magawa habang nakahiga sa kama nila. Hahahaha

[fairiencarnate]

Day three no sweets ✔️ Intense hunger cramps this morning, worse than yesterday, I noticed this happened last time I quit too? I swear sugar changes my entire gut ecosystem and it has to relearn how to function without a fix every hour or so. I had a tiny scoop of dark choc chips this evening but that falls under the daily rec so it shouldn't have spiked my blood sugars. Been looking at a choc mousse recipe with no sugar, v sceptical but open to trying

[health-bug]

I lost weight in middle school to fit in.

I lost weight in high school to get a boyfriend. 

I lost weight in college to be a thin bride. 

I lost weight after college for an attractive pregnancy.

Now? I'm losing weight for me. So I can do the things I want to do. And that's why it's working. 💪

[manaandmacros]

PCOS may be a bitch, but I am that bitch.

[pcoswithglp1]

Welcome to PCOSwithGLP1:

Empowering Women, Transforming Journeys

“A Journey of Strength, Support, and Self-Love”

Hello and welcome to PCOSwithGLP1! We are a community of women who have been diagnosed with PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome) and are navigating our weight loss journeys with the help of GLP-1 medications. Our mission is to create a space where women can come together to share their experiences, support each other, and find strength in knowing that we are not alone in this. Whether you're just starting your journey or you've been on it for a while, we’re here to offer support, knowledge, and a sense of community as we work toward our shared goal: to be healthy and regain control of our bodies.

At PCOSwithGLP1, we believe that every woman deserves a supportive environment where she can be heard, understood, and empowered. We understand that each woman’s journey is unique, but we also know that we are all striving for the same thing—empowerment.mWhether it's through weight loss, better hormonal balance, or improved health, our blog is here to provide a safe space for women to share their victories, challenges, and questions. We’re here to support each other through the highs and lows, celebrate our victories, and find comfort in knowing that we’re not alone. This is a place where you can find connection, inspiration, and resources that are grounded in real experiences.

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Top 5 Reasons Why Overweight Women with PCOS May Want to Start a GLP-1 Medication:

Improved Insulin Sensitivity: GLP-1 medications help regulate blood sugar levels, improving insulin sensitivity, which is especially important for women with PCOS who may struggle with insulin resistance.

Weight Loss Support: Many women with PCOS face challenges in losing weight due to hormonal imbalances. GLP-1 medications can aid in appetite regulation and make weight loss more achievable.

Reduced Risk of Type 2 Diabetes: Because GLP-1 medications help regulate blood sugar levels, they can reduce the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes, which women with PCOS are at higher risk for due to insulin resistance.

Improved Fertility: By regulating hormones and improving insulin sensitivity, GLP-1 medications may also support fertility in women with PCOS who are trying to conceive.

Better Quality of Life: With weight loss and improved hormone balance, many women experience better energy levels, improved mood, and overall better quality of life.

Our blog aims to create a safe and supportive space for women with PCOS who are exploring GLP-1 medications as a tool for managing their health. Every journey is unique, but together, we can navigate the path to better health with strength, compassion, and understanding. Stay tuned for more stories, tips, and insights as we walk this journey together!

[onepinkline]

Throughout my infertility journey, I’ve often felt like there was a “lesson” I was meant to be learning. I hated it, it made me angry, but the thought was always there.

I had a realization today that I think I was meant to heal, from many things, but specifically learning communication skills and developing my own sense of self importance that depends solely on me and what I have achieved.

The universe knows how special motherhood will be to me, how important it is to me. I don’t think it was open to letting me begin that chapter until I was ready, because it knew that I would be so disappointed if I had any regrets from my own immature, unhealed actions relating to my journey of motherhood.

I’ve worked hard to heal. Even when it doesn’t feel like it. I know that I’m ready, and maybe the universe does too… either way, I think I’m okay with waiting my turn for now.

[rudegyaltune]

Page from my PCOS Survival Guide

[journey-of-trial-and-error]

Who Am I, and What is PCOS?

My name is Neva. I'm an American woman in my twenties. I was diagnosed with PCOS when I was 19 and have struggled with the condition ever since.

PCOS, or Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, is a condition that causes women to create higher levels of androgens than normal. This can lead to irregular and/or painful periods, acne, excess facial/body hair, weight gain, insulin resistance, and ovarian cysts among other things. It increases the risk of diabetes, endometriosis, infertility, miscarriage, and other conditions and diseases.

My symptoms are mild compared to some, and I count myself lucky it isn't worse, but even mild cases are difficult to manage. My main struggles are with acne and weight gain, and weight gained due to PCOS is very, very difficult to lose.

I hate BMI. It's outdated and doesn't account for muscle mass or body type, but doctors still use it. My BMI says I'm obese.

I don't believe in BMI, but my waist measurement says I'm fat, and that I will believe. On the scale alone, I'm about 25 lbs from where I'd like to be.

I've been on Metformin for years. It helped at first, but since having my child, it's done nothing for me. So I'm starting this blog to chronicle my journey as I switch from Metformin to other supplements, as I try to change my diet to one that's healthier and more protein focused, as I try to find ways to increase my daily exercise.

This is a journey of trial and error. I don't know what will work. I don't know how often I will post. I don't know how long this will take. But I will start at Day 1 and keep marching forward.

[ysapawithfeelings]

Teleporting back to 2018

Dear 2018 self,

I can’t deny I miss you sometimes and the kind of life you were leaning to back then, but I also can’t deny how thankful I am for how far you’ve come. Is it possible to feel proud and humbled at the same time? I think there are very rare intersection points in one’s life when that can happen.

I look back and I can still feel the pain and anguish of dealing with polycystic ovaries: the obesity, the hairy arms, the falling hair, the persistent acne, the severe bleeding that lasted weeks-on-end, the anemia and fluctuating blood sugar, the constant struggle of enduring dysmenorrhea, the medicines (oh God, the medicines); the self-worth questioning, the self-loathing, the horrible days you just didn’t want to be around people, but you really had no choice. Hey, the list can go on all day.

I feel like hugging you and assuring you everything will turn out okay. That you will go through hell and back and back again, but you will make it. That the quest of rediscovering yourself and the lengths of what you can do to fulfill THAT is amazing; and that starting over from scratch at 30+ years of age is not only possible—it’s doable. Gasgas na itong linyang ‘to, but it only gets even truer with time: what a journey it has been.

To everyone suffering from PCOS and obesity, I see you. You’re not alone. The fight against it will, unfortunately, last forever—because it can come back. Every now and then, I feel paralyzing fear that it will come back, especially when I know I’ve gained weight. Still, there are days I refuse to move at all because exercise is not only exhausting; it can get pretty boring. Aminin na natin. :p

But that’s why it’s so important to look back. I think that’s the secret weapon. The secret ingredient. The secret that’s not really a secret because everyone has known it all along. Lumingon para maalalang malayo pa, pero malayo na.

Mahigpit na yakap sa lahat ng mga may problema sa matres, sa timbang, sa mga kamag-anak o kakilala nating mahilig pumuna ng mali o kulang sa’yo (kahit wala namang silang kahit anong ambag sa buhay mo), at higit sa lahat: sa pagiging babae. Womanhood is A LOT of things; being easy will never be one of them.

I write this letter with love and forgiveness for my 2018 self. I may weigh some kilos less now, but I will keep on looking back and loving you more each time that I do. And I write this letter with love for all the women battling against this f*cking ugly disease. We can fight it together. Let’s root for each other.

Love,

2024 me

[fairiencarnate]

I've been eating sugar again and it's fucking with my body. I feel like crap, dizzy, bloated, heart-racy, etc. I went all of Jan to March without sugar, why is it so hard to get back on track??

[maccas-strawbi-sundae]

✨💗 Introduction 💗✨

Hello Tumblr, I am a twenty-two year old Australian looking for mutuals who are wanting to better themselves physically and mentally alongside those who already are on this path :)

♥ I recently was discharged from the APU of where I live (Acute Psychiatric Unit - aka the psych ward) and so I wanted to create a form of digital wellness outside of using physical planners/notebooks/journals but also to be able to have some form of interaction with the world that isn't as comparative as things like Instagram.

♥ I have PCOS alongside a whole array of 'issues' but, I am wanting to better myself, I enjoy weightlifting and getting in plenty of protein! I will be uploading meals, prep and many things alike.

♥ I am engaged and currently planning my wedding for next year :)

♥ I have always enjoyed gaming, I played the PS1, N64, Nintendo GameCube and various other consoles growing up - I still play PlayStation and Nintendo, I've started playing PC since I got with my partner and will soon be building my own PC! I love nature, whether I am walking around in it, photographing it or admiring it. I love reading books of all kinds though, when it comes to films and alike my interests are a little more narrow but, I always take recommendations! I have an avid love of gardening, I adore all plants edible or not and I really love insects too! I enjoy writing, art, photography, cooking and a vast amount of other things.

♥ I have an ASD assessment next month which I am incredibly nervous about and not just because it is $1600 out of pocket with no rebate.

♥ Lastly, feel free to ask me anything or to drop a comment, I'll be around also, my username is indicative of my favourite Macca's sundae! :)

- 💗✨

[boobsmcgeeed]

I’m 43lbs down from my highest weight and officially overweight! (No longer obese!!) I’m 20lbs away from my first goal weight and 30lbs from my healthy goal weight where I’ll officially have a normal BMI and be the weight I entered into college at 8 years ago before my PCOS symptoms took over my life. I am so proud of myself and motivated once again to get back on the grind 💪🏼