I wanted to be the friend who said yes to every invite. The one who was always up for a spontaneous catch up or a last-minute trip. The one who could bounce back quickly, no matter what her body was going through.

Instead, I was constantly navigating a body I didn’t fully understand, symptoms I didn’t yet have language for, and a health system that often made me feel invisible. So, I learnt to perform—to act ‘normal’.

It’s one of the most common- yet least talked about- challenges of living with endometriosis: bowel symptoms.

Many people with endometriosis experience bloating, constipation, diarrhoea, pain with bowel movements, or a sensation of incomplete emptying. These symptoms can occur even without endometriosis directly affecting the bowel, because of the condition’s links with inflammation, nerve sensitisation, and pelvic floor dysfunction.

One of the most common questions I hear from patients is:
"Can I do Pilates if I have endometriosis?"

And the answer is: there is absolutely no rule against it.

Travelling with endo? It’s absolutely possible. Yes, you can still live your best life- whether it’s cocktails by the beach or hot chocolates in the mountains. The key? A bit of prep, some handy tricks, and listening to your body every step of the way.

On May 22nd in Sydney, Matilda Health and Gedeon Richter hosted a powerful evening fireside chat during the World Congress on Endometriosis 2025. In front of a room of clinicians, researchers, and advocates, Anna and Alyssa shared their deeply personal journeys with pelvic pain and endometriosis—stories of dismissal, resilience, and the long road to validation. What unfolded was more than just a conversation—it was a reminder of why lived experience must be at the centre of care, research, and innovation.

Living with endo means constantly figuring out what helps and what doesn’t—and believe me, I’ve tried a lot. These five game-changers are my little lifelines: the things I carry, sip, slather, and swear by to get me through the toughest days.

Endometriosis surgery recovery is often messy, emotional, and full of surprises—even the third time around, each recovery brings its own unique challenges. Here’s an honest take on what it’s really like beyond the pamphlets and polite checklists, and how a support app like Matilda could have made the process a bit easier.

As a primary school sports teacher, my job requires me to be on the move — running games, demonstrating drills, and keeping up with a group of energetic kids every day. It’s a role I love deeply, but like many with endometriosis, I’ve had to learn how to navigate the physical demands of my job alongside the often unpredictable symptoms of a chronic condition.

Written by Matilda endometriosis lived-experience co-designer, Emma (and first time marathon runner!), this blog explores endometriosis and running... is it bad? Should it be avoided (many health professionals often advise against it)? Any tips for running with endometriosis?

As a whole body disease, Endometriosis can impact every facet of person’s life, including their ability to attend work and be proxductive whilst there. This blog focuses on tips that can help you navigate the workplace as someone with endometriosis.