If I am being fully transparent, I have not always been the best example of what consistent lipedema self care looks like. I live with lipo lymphedema, and although I understand conservative treatment and what supports leg health long term, there have been extended periods where I did not fully prioritize those practices. I do not wear compression consistently. I am not strict about a … Continue reading When I Fell Off the Wagon With My Lipedema and Why I’m Choosing to Recommit Anyway
Life has a way of shifting us, stretching us, and reshaping everything we thought we had figured out. Since losing my mother in January of 2022, I have been navigating one of the most emotional and transformative seasons of my life. Grief is strange. It slows the world down while somehow making the years fly by. It is incredible how much time can pass when … Continue reading Reclaiming Joy, Healing in Motion and Finding My Way Back to LipLadyFab
June is #lipedemaawareness month 💜 #Lipedema is a hereditary adipose (fat) disorder that affects an estimated 11% of (mostly) women worldwide. This “congenital deformity” is usually triggered by puberty and causes bilateral abnormal deposits of painful fat tissue in the extremities. It runs in the family, is progressive over time and can cause joint, mobility issues, lymphedema (swelling) and bruising. A lot of the women … Continue reading What is Lipedema? June is Lipedema Awareness
The last six months have been a very challenging journey, and it’s been a while since I’ve spoken with you lovely ladies. Truth is, I miss the community and connection we share as women with Lipedema. I’d love to share more about my life with you here, and encourage you all to discover new levels of confidence and self-love as I give you a window … Continue reading Life Update: Grieving the Loss of My Mother and Losing Lipedema Weight
All you beautiful Lipedema ladies know I love a good getaway vacation, and I just recently announced I’ve become a Professional Travel Agent (in addition to my other businesses)! Well, I also I just recently booked a trip to Miami and Italy! I’ll be traveling to Oregon this month as well to visit my Mother and Father, Daughter and Granddaughter, friends and such. There are … Continue reading Traveling with Lipedema: What to Consider
I’m extremely proud to announce that I am now a Professional Travel Agent and I now officially have my #7revenuestreams with the launch of Lip Lady Luxe Travel & Vacations! I’ve traveled the world solo and with friends, booked millions of dollars in publicity and corporate travel for Executives, for major acts like Demi Lovato and her band, as well as family for the last … Continue reading Life Update: Introducing Lip Lady Luxe Travel & Vacations!
Phew! The first half of 2021 breezed right by us! With much of the focus last year being on safety and equality, I’ll admit I needed to just have some fun, soak up some sun and envision what Lip Lady Fab might grow to become. Here are my top four takeaways from the first half of the year: * Keep that same @Lizzobeeating energy sis! … Continue reading Top 4 Takeaways From the First Half of 2021
On my vision board, I have this image of an athlete and the phrase, “less pain, more yoga.” It reminds me every time I look at it that there are types of fitness that can be less strenuous but super beneficial. Yoga (or just stretching) is definitely one of the helpful self care tools I’ve begun to incorporate into my routine. When you’re a woman … Continue reading Less Pain, More Yoga for Lipedema Ladies
As I get back into improving my healthy eating, I started looking at what information is out there on Lipedema diets and Lymphedema diets. Research for Lipedema has come a long way, and many diets for Lipedema and Lymphedema focus on reducing inflammatory foods, sodium intake, refined carbohydrates, gluten and dairy. In the fight to achieve healthy eating habits, lose weight, maintain weight and reduce … Continue reading The Lipedema and Lymphedema Diet Nutrition Guide