Empowering Women with Lipedema: Kristin Richard's Journey
In this episode of 'Stronger Than Lipedema,' hosts Cindy and Kristy, both advocates and women living with lipedema, speak with Kristin Richards, a certified menopause coach and health and wellness expert.
Kristin shares her emotional journey from discovering she had lipedema at 48 to undergoing surgery and finding support within the community.
She emphasizes the importance of self-advocacy, research, and finding trustworthy medical professionals.
Kristin also discusses how she supports other women through personalized health coaching, addressing both physical and emotional aspects of living with lipedema.
This episode is filled with valuable insights, personal stories, and hope for those navigating life with lipedema.
00:00 Introduction to Stronger Than Lipedema
00:44 Kristen Richards' Lipedema Journey
03:09 Challenges in Finding a Specialist
05:42 Emotional Impact of Diagnosis07:10
Exploring Treatment Options
07:19 Starting Conservative Therapies
08:02 Surgical Decisions and Financial Considerations
10:42 Insurance Approval and Emotional Relief
17:28 Sharing the Journey and Building Community
24:06 Advocacy and Support for Lipedema
39:28 Introduction to Lipedema Journey
39:47 Early Signs and Diagnosis
41:36 Finding a Specialist
43:45 Emotional Impact of Diagnosis
45:32 Conservative Therapies and Lifestyle Changes
46:18 Surgical Options and Decisions
49:16 Insurance Approval and Emotional Relief
55:19 Supporting the Lipedema Community
01:02:26 Advocacy and Self-Care
01:12:14 Final Thoughts and Encouragement
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Kristy's Contact information:
Stan store: stan.store/Sunrisehealingaz
IG https://www.instagram.com/sunrisehealingaz?igsh=bnNleGpubHhhdDFr&utm_source=qr
FB Group https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1F3pseJKUd/?mibextid=wwXIfr
Website is below Kristy Dellacroce,MS,OTR/L, MLD-CSunrise Healing, LLC sunrisehealingaz.com
Lipedema Advocate 856-297-7437
Cindy contact information
FB: https://www.facebook.com/withcindyhowell
Private FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/7021999704562921
IG:https://www.instagram.com/lipedema_withcindyhowell/
Cindy Howell RN, PHC, MPCH
Website: www.withcindyhowell.com
Lipedema advocate: 860-550-1161
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