Hello! I have missed you ALL!  Today, I’m popping in to remind you about the FDRS 2024 Annual Conference in St. Louis starting tomorrow! THIS is our annual event for Lipedema, Dercum’s and other connected diseases. The FDRS (Fat Disorders Resource Society) is dedicated to improving the quality of life for people affected by adipose tissue disorders. This year’s exciting lineup of experts will discuss non-surgical and surgical options to manage Lipedema, Dercum’s, and Madelung’s

I’m excited to invite you to a wellness series that I’ll be hosting with Lauren Fonvielle (@laurenic0le).  Our series, “Managing Pain with Tapping: Introduction to the Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT),” includes five sessions covering the topics of Pain, Acceptance, Anxiety, Overwhelm, and Mobility. By utilizing tapping, Lauren will guide us toward self-healing to break through physical, mental or emotional obstacles. I am so happy to be bringing this healing series to my community. Click here

Oh, how my Mother would be SO thrilled, amazed, and even proud! In my family, we didn’t celebrate moments we should have been proud of because we were taught to be humble regardless of the accomplishment. It’s hard for me to let go of this habit, so know that when I share with you the latest happenings in my life, it’s a growth moment, because I am actually going out of my way purposefully to

Check out Beth’s latest partnership with clothing retailer Big Girl Season 365. You can access their online store here. Make sure to enter the code BETH20 for a discount. Celebrate fashion 365 days a year

There’s been no shortage of social movements that have made waves at the Oscars. Black Lives Matter, #metoo, and #timesup have all been called out directly from the stage. Some highly regarded, Oscar-nominated actors have also been vocal in the body positivity movement, spreading messages of body acceptance and self-love on the red carpet, in press interviews, and even in their acceptance speeches. We have even seen advocacy for health organizations. Here are three A-list,