How to Best Show Up for Yourself when you have Fibroids

Having fibroids can be hard not only for your physical body but also your mental well-being. Dealing with heavy bleeding, unbearable cramps, anemia and lack of sleep can affect your self- esteem and your ability to function and show up as the best version of yourself. I just thought I would share with you what has worked for me over-time.

1. A Routine I know most people don’t like a routine because as creatures of habit you end up being very predictable. I am a firm believer that this has worked for me effectively as I am able to show up as dependable, reliable and consistent. Whether you are having a bad fibroid day or not have a routine. Allow your routine to continue by seeking for help when for instance you can’t wash the dishes today or pick the kids from school etc. This doesn’t mean though that you don’t listen to your body when you need to rest. Rest is not a luxury but a necessity and this has been proven overtime to be true for me. I will talk more about rest shortly, stick with me please.

2. Ask for help Women are supposed to do it all right and not ask for help. Does the society teach us that or do we put pressure on ourselves to be everything to everyone and just get it done? I am a victim and I can tell you this much, I have had to grow from this idea that I have to do it all and be it all at every point in my life without asking for help, which is impossible! I can’t cook, tend to my husband, work 2 jobs and take care of myself especially if I am sick. Remember when I spoke about the importance of having a routine? It will definitely set you up for a win. Call a friend, family or hire help if you can. This will help you accomplish more and even find time to rest. It’s time to speak up and ask for help or else you will crash especially when you are unwell.

3. Rest Very vital for recovery. Sleep, read a book take a walk. Whatever gets you to relax, do it!

Rest isn’t a luxury but a necessity as I had mentioned before. Your body soul and spirit will thank-you!

4. Have a Support System To pick you up when you are down, take care of you, help you get to hospital, a crying shoulder etc. You need a person or two who you trust to help you with your fibroid journey. You are better in the hands of people who genuinely love and support you! Do yourself a favor and get a tribe that will encourage you and be there for you when you need them the most.This will help you show up to the world as the best version of yourself. Don’t be too hard on yourself, we all need love and a little pick me up during the hardest days of our lives and even on those bright ones.

5. Show up for yourself When you have fibroids the only way to show up in the world as the best version of yourself is if you show up for yourself! Doesn’t this mean the same thing Tabby? No, it takes you loving yourself enough to ask for help, create a routine, rest and more so conquering the battle in your mind. I have been a victim of feeling not good enough. I always looked 5 months pregnant because of my fibroids.

I refused to wallow in self-pity and decided that it was time I got outfits that flatter my new body. Have a stash of medication (authorized by my doctor) to take when the fibroid symptoms come knocking etc. Showing up for yourself looks different for everyone. I want to encourage you though to just do it.You deserve it! Another way to show up for yourself is by choosing the right pads for your use when you have fibroids.

I cannot emphasize enough the importance of using pads that are the right fit for your heavy period so that you don’t have to experience any leaks. I personally recommend the Always Feather Soft 2 in 1 pads to do the job.

Always Feather Soft 2 in 1

Give it a try and share your experience with me on email. Write to tabitha.ndichu@gmail.com Feel free to also share with me how best you show up for yourself if you have fibroids OR if you are struggling.

I would like to help out! Xoxo, Tabby