Hi, my best friend has recently been diagnosed with endometriosis and polycystic overies I’m trying to put a ‘survival gift box’ together to try cheer her up, aswell as self care I wanted to put some practical things in that could help her, so was wondering if you ladies had any ideas?
She’s not ready to join a group like this yet, however I’m hoping to get her on here when she’s ready 😊
I have read a few of the posts and would like to say how truly amazing you all are for dealing with such a crap illness, I have so much respect for you all xx
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This is lovely. My friend did this for me before I had an operation and it lifted my spirits and was so thoughtful. All the suggestions from people are great. My husband ordered a heat belt for me years ago which I put round my waist and the stones inside warm up with your body temperature it’s amazing as I could wear it to work and in meetings and travelling and no one would know I was wearing it. He also got a body bottle and my daughter has been using that. I rub a lavender sleepy balm on my temples before going to bed as I feel it helps relax me. Peppermint, nettle, turmeric, liquorice and ginger teas i like too. Nice body oils and bath oils are relaxing.
How about a mini hot water bottle (I use mine all of the time), tens machine, pyjamas, candle, hot chocolate, lots of things to help you recover when this illness kicks in and we need to lie down on the sofa or go to bed x
Hi firstly what an amazing caring friend you are. It will take time for your friend to come to terms with the fact that she has endometriosis. There is alot of help and advice on this forum and other websites about endo so when your friend is ready maybe you can sit down with her and research into endo. As for buying things for your friend to help her heat pads are very helpful i find the ones that stick directly on the skin much better, ibuprofen and paracetamol may help as well but depending on the pain she may need something stronger, chocolate (you can never go wrong with chocolate) maybe some essential oils for the bath and a nice comfy soft blanket. Just give her lots of support like you are already doing. Once again you are a wonderful friend not many people have support from family/friends. Just keep doing what you are doing. 💛💛.
You are absolutely incredible! She is so lucky to have such a wonderful friend! Agree with all the other suggestions like heat pads, peppermint tea, chocolate, also some savoury salty snacks if she gets nauseas. Maybe if she's staying home a lot a subscription for Netflix or Disney plus or kindle unlimited could be great too. You are a wonderful friend xxxx
As an endometriosis sufferer I don’t go anywhere without heat patches and hot water bottles.
My husband bought me a wrap around hot water bottle which has been amazing.... you can wrap it round tummy or rest down the whole length of your legs when you are suffering from thigh pain...
Bach’s Rescue Remedy is also a good shout for bad days...
And I always like a blanket (yep like a granny blanket without the granny)
You are doing the best thing you can for your friend by trying to understand this disease and that is priceless....
Send my best wishes her way - she will be ok when she gets her head around it
Hi there, it’s great you are giving this level of support, I think that female understanding goes a long way....I’m not long diagnosed and have overhauled my diet, cut out wheat, dairy and sugar (no more choc for me), and it has helped with my ibs type symptoms, it can take up to 12 months for dietary changes to really help so not a quick fix and depending on your friends approach she may not be ready to give lots of things up...it’s hard work!
There is a really good book by dian Shepperson - Endometriosis eating for health and fertility, all about the condition and ideas for food. It would be great if you could read it and then offer snippets of info when timing is right, I’m reading it atm and it’s a bit scary when you are the person suffering to have so much info.
This is so lovely I’ve recently used these cooling period pads from amazon, after someone recommends them on here and they’re good! Also a cute hot water bottle is nice and maybe some chocolate, mini face masks and some pjs? Xx
I wish I had mates like you at my side at my most vulnerable.Shes lucky to have you
Years ago,I remember a girl at uni who I had recently met.After an emergency op she came to my house with three tins of chicken soup with a marker pen note on the packaging saying ‘get well soon,it’ll get better-enjoy the chicken soup’
It was the sweetest gift ever,and I don’t even like tinned soup lol I have never forgot that.
Your friend will be so appreciative of your concern and kindness.Hope Shes ok!
The small things really do lift your spirits when you feel so crap and in agony.
I noticed someone added essential oils,It really helps the muscles relax.Defo recommend the essential oil rollers for the pulse centres,helps you to relax.
If she’s recently had an operation and If she lives alone I found having a few freshly cooked freezer meals like mash,spaghetti and soups,stews.Its great so she doesn’t have to worry about cooking her next meal and standing up.
Self care stuff always brightens the mood.Stuff for a bath,bath bombs,face masks,hair masks etc.
Pjs,slippers,a dressing gown to lounge in
Everyone here has added such awesome advice.
Good luck to your friend,when she’s ready she’ll be welcomed here with open arms X
Is there a way to maybe star this post? Like so everyone can read it? Just thinking if someone comes across useful advice or like stuff that helps, or anything like that really, the advice is all in one place?
I’ve ordered a few things ha and I’ve a few more bits to get, but I’m gunna put post it notes on them with the comments use have used in here of like. Why I’ve put them in, just to try not overwhelm her, I feel overwhelmed with the information that’s out there so carnt imagine how yous are getting on with it all whilst actually going through it xx
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I’ve recently used these cooling period pads from amazon, after someone recommends them on here and they’re good! Also a cute hot water bottle is nice and maybe some chocolate, mini face masks and some pjs? Xx
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