On April 6th, 2016, I received the second most devastating news of my life --I have been dealing with poly-cystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS for short). I felt reassured that finally, all the unexplained changes in my health and physical appearance over the last then 7 years was because of it, but I was definitely taken back by all the other things I learned since I came to know of PCOS. I came home and immediately took the internet to research any and all I could about living with it and it's symptoms (just cause I wasn't sure Dr. Kim was sure, even then), I wanted to figure out what other physical changes our bodies make during this time and more than that, how it can effect my health in the long run with diabetes, cholesterol and even with fertility. I was crammed with so much information it was insane, it literally took me about 2 hours to scan every website Google had with any information and then it hit me clear as day --I also wanted to talk with women who are going through what I'm going through directly, because I really needed the support. I knew not one person in my real life that suffered from this and I wasn't sure who to reach out to. I've never heard of any support groups for this, almost like this is a quiet, unaddressed topic. When you search for pregnancy or parenting websites where you can chat with new/expectant moms immediately, it's readily available and I think because PCOS isn't "common", although it occurs in every 1 in 8 women, that it's not as openly considered a reality. For some, this is their reality.. That is what Soul Cysters United is for, I want to unite all woman who are living and leading healthy daily lives with PCOS, and even those, like myself, recently diagnosed and looking for a support system. It was during this time, that I truly began to yearn for a deeper connection to myself. One that could not be altered, as I discovered the things of this world, that you desire, many not always come as quickly as WE would like. This is more than just a journey of infertility...though I do thank this trial for sparking my soul, this blog is about human connection! As I grow, I welcome you to grow! I welcome us all to share and connect with one another in a safe environment. Join the movement
