Heart to Heart Navigating Lipedema Together

By: Catherine Seo and Lisa Duerre
  • Summary

  • Dive into the challenges, triumphs, and complexities of managing lipedema while balancing a full-time career, gaining insights and support from experts and fellow sufferers alike. Whether you're directly affected by lipedema or seeking to understand more about this condition, this podcast provides a compassionate and informative space to learn and share.
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  • 13: Celebrating Community and Lipedema Awareness with Shawn Bigby and Ashley Fischer
    Aug 21 2024

    In this heart to heart conversation, Dr. Catherine Seo and Lisa Duerre are joined by Shawn Bigby and Ashley Fisher, hosts of "The Lipedema Mama's" podcast.

    Shawn and Ashley highlight their journey of learning about lipedema to becoming advocates themselves, in part inspired by Dr. Seo's focus on advocacy and community through her creation of The Lipedema Project and Lipedema Simplified.

    This episode emphasizes a collaborative approach, celebrating the newly launched community and courses created by Shawn and Ashley. Catherine, Lisa, Shawn and Ashley discuss their commitment to providing education and fostering solidarity among those affected by lipedema. Together, they explore the importance of collaboration over competition and the importance of sharing personal stories to inspire advocacy and understanding.

    The episode underscores the collaborative spirit and feminine leadership approach that drive initiatives and create resources aimed at raising awareness and empowering the 1 in 11 women worldwide living with lipedema. Shawn and Ashley along with Catheirne and Lisa celebrate a shared mission to create inclusive spaces where everyone can advocate, learn, and thrive.

    Mentioned in this episode:

    Lipedema Project Provider Directory: https://lipedemaproject.org/lipedema-lipoedema-lipodem-provider-directory/

    Lipedema Simplified Calendar of Events:

    https://lipedema-simplified.org/events-calendar/

    LIpedema Simplified TRIBE Community:

    https://learn.lipedema-simplified.org/tribe

    Lipedema Mama’s Podcast:

    https://open.spotify.com/show/4I8IKiBwjKprQURNVTrZkB?si=09fb9b1b6c8d48b8

    Shawn and Ashley’s Lipedema Courses

    https://lipedemacourses.com

    Shawn Bigby: @the_lipedema_mama on Instagram

    Ashley Fisher: @the_lippy_lady on Instagram

    Lisa Duerre on Linkedin:

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisaduerre/

    This episode is brought to you by:

    Lipedema Simplified:

    https://lipedema-simplified.org/

    Lipedema Project:

    https://lipedemaproject.org

    RLD Group:

    https://rldgroupllc.com/

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    48 mins
  • 12: Overcoming Workplace Bias with Susan O'Hara
    Aug 14 2024

    In this heart to heart conversation, Dr. Catherine Seo and Lisa Duerre are joined by Susan O'Hara, founder of Legs Like Mine and a passionate advocate for lipedema awareness. Susan bravely recounts losing her corporate career due to workplace bias and a lack of understanding about lipedema management.

    Catherine, Lisa and Susan share their experiences navigating corporate careers while managing lipedema. They discuss the broader implications of Susan's story, emphasizing the urgent need for education and awareness among employers about lipedema, obesity, hidden disabilities, and chronic illnesses. The conversation underscores the importance of fostering inclusive workplaces that accommodate diverse needs and promote flexible work environments.

    Employers and managers are invited to tune in to gain insights from Susan, Catherine, and Lisa's experiences, along with practical advice for creating supportive workplace environments. Together, they explore strategies for challenging workplace fat biases and advocating for policies that empower employees with chronic conditions.

    Join us for a heart to heart highlighting the intersection of workplace dynamics and lipedema awareness.

    Mentioned in this episode:

    Legs Like Mine:

    https://legslikemine.com/

    Lipedema Project Provider Directory: https://lipedemaproject.org/lipedema-lipoedema-lipodem-provider-directory/

    Lipedema Simplified Calendar of Events:

    https://lipedema-simplified.org/events-calendar/

    Lipedema Foundation

    https://www.lipedema.org/

    This episode is brought to you by:

    Lipedema Simplified:

    https://lipedema-simplified.org/

    Lipedema Project:

    https://lipedemaproject.org

    RLD Group:

    https://rldgroupllc.com/

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    50 mins
  • 11: Empowering Action - Navigating Lipedema with Pattie Cornute
    Aug 7 2024

    In this heart to heart conversation, Dr. Catherine Seo and Lisa Duerre are joined by Pattie Cornute, Founder of Lipedema Fitness and an advanced stage Lipedema patient advocate. Together, they delve into Pattie's journey with Lipedema, emphasizing workplace accommodations for chronic conditions and addressing fat bias.

    They explore the impact of chronic pain management strategies and the empowering #allorsomething motto, which encourages action despite challenges caused by Lipedema and Lymphedema.

    They also discuss the frustration and shared experiences of misdiagnosis, highlighting the importance of awareness and education about these conditions. Learn how Pattie, Catherine, and Lisa met and uncovered their shared passion and lived experience with Lipedema, offering hope and practical advice for patients and caregivers alike.

    Mentioned in this episode:

    Lipedema Fitness:

    http://www.lipedemafitness.com/home.html

    Proposed Research Case Definitions of Lipedema:

    https://www.liebertpub.com/doi/10.1089/lrb.2023.0062

    Lipedema Project Provider Directory: https://lipedemaproject.org/lipedema-lipoedema-lipodem-provider-directory/

    Lipedema Simplified Calendar of Events:

    https://lipedema-simplified.org/events-calendar/

    This episode is brought to you by:

    Lipedema Simplified:

    https://lipedema-simplified.org/

    Lipedema Project:

    https://lipedemaproject.org

    RLD Group:

    https://rldgroupllc.com/

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    28 mins

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