About

PCOS MOM is a blog that chronicles the daily struggles of a mom with PCOS. It is aimed at promoting awareness and empowering women with the condition, so that they can take full control of their lives. As of this writing, I have been battling PCOS for more than six years already. Having endured hair loss, skin changes, irregular cycles, weight gain, self-esteem issues, and even depression, I know how it feels to be alone.

My journey with PCOS is not at all easy, but it has taught me that there is life despite having this syndrome. I have learned that when you truly believe that something can happen, there is HOPE. I was told that I would have difficulty conceiving, but I didn’t stop believing and longing that I would have a child of my own someday. But that someday became a reality on September 17, 2005 because I gave birth to a healthy baby girl through caesarean section. Although I had a very difficult pregnancy, I will never change anything about that experience because it has given me a priceless gift — my very own daughter.

Looking back, I was somewhat resigned to the possibility of not having kids. But I was totally wrong because life had other surprises in store for me. And now I am living proof that despite the most menacing health condition, there is still something to look forward to in the future. The possibility of conceiving may be difficult for women with PCOS, but life does not end when your plans turn out differently.

As a nurse and as a writer, I would like to share facts about PCOS as well as my personal experiences with the disease. My goal is to reach out to other women so that we can all share our challenges as well as our triumphs with PCOS. Although PCOS has the potential to affect your way of life, it should never get in the way with your life goals.

We could no longer do anything about what has already passed, but there is much that we can do with what lies ahead. With lifestyle changes and the right treatment, there is HOPE.  I hope that you will allow me to be part of your journey. You don’t have to go through it alone.