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What to Expect the First Few Days After Endometriosis Surgery

April 8, 2025

So, you’ve had your laparoscopy. Whether it’s your first or your fifth, the days following surgery can feel like a mix of relief, confusion, and discomfort. You're finally on the other side—but what now?

Tracking Before and After Surgery - Why is it Important?

March 18, 2025

Preparing for surgery can feel overwhelming, but small daily actions can make a big difference in your recovery. Research shows that prehabilitation—actively preparing your body before surgery—can lead to better outcomes, including faster recovery, reduced complications, and shorter hospital stays (1). One of the most effective ways to stay motivated, engaged, and accountable during this critical time is habit tracking. At Matilda, we integrate habit tracking into our digital surgery optimisation program, empowering patients to build small, sustainable habits that set them up for a smoother recovery.

What No One Told Us: The Endometriosis Surgery Prep Guide We Wish We Had. Lessons From Co-design

March 18, 2025

For many people with endometriosis, surgery is often presented as a turning point- the part in the treatment plan that will finally bring clarity or relief. But what happens when the journey to surgery is full of unknowns, misinformation, or a lack of clear guidance? At Matilda, we’ve heard firsthand from people who went into surgery without the knowledge they needed, only to be caught off guard by unexpected challenges. In our Surgery Optimisation Co-Design Sessions, participants shared what they wished they had known before surgery. This post brings together those insights and practical pre-surgery planning tips to help others feel more prepared and empowered.

5 Tips for Running with Endometriosis

November 19, 2024

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?

3 myths and 3 facts about endometriosis

July 16, 2024

Endometriosis is a condition with many myths and misunderstandings, which can lead to confusion and misdiagnosis. In this blog, we'll debunk five common myths and highlight five key facts about endometriosis, helping you gain a clearer understanding of this condition.

5 Tips to Navigate Endometriosis in the Workplace

July 16, 2024

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.

Prepping The Nervous System for Surgery: How Understanding Pain Can Aid Recovery

October 22, 2024

Pain is the most common symptom of Endometriosis, and it's often the one that most people seek relief from through treatments including surgery. In this blog, Matilda Health's co-founder, Dr Kevin Wernli, who has a PhD in persistent pain and teaches on the management of pain unit at Curtin University, explores how pain is produced and what people can do before and after their endometriosis surgery to ensure a smooth recovery.

The Power of the Mind: Psychological Factors, Prehabilitation, and Surgical Outcomes

July 16, 2024

We explore the evidence and review a great article exploring the crucial role of psychological readiness, self-efficacy, and holistic care in a faster recovery and less post-surgical pain.

July 16, 2024

Welcome to Endo-cation, Matilda’s 101 on endometriosis, designed to be an informative, gentle and an evidence- based resource. This blog is useful if you are new to the topic of endometriosis, have a diagnosis but want to know more, or have a diagnosis and want to share information with others.

July 16, 2024

Welcome to Endo-cation, Matilda’s 101 on endometriosis, designed to be an informative, gentle and an evidence- based resource. This blog is useful if you are new to the topic of endometriosis, have a diagnosis but want to know more, or have a diagnosis and want to share information with others.

Prepping The Nervous System for Surgery: How Understanding Pain Can Aid Recovery

October 22, 2024

Pain is the most common symptom of Endometriosis, and it's often the one that most people seek relief from through treatments including surgery. In this blog, Matilda Health's co-founder, Dr Kevin Wernli, who has a PhD in persistent pain and teaches on the management of pain unit at Curtin University, explores how pain is produced and what people can do before and after their endometriosis surgery to ensure a smooth recovery.

5 Tips to Navigate Endometriosis in the Workplace

July 16, 2024

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.

3 myths and 3 facts about endometriosis

July 16, 2024

Endometriosis is a condition with many myths and misunderstandings, which can lead to confusion and misdiagnosis. In this blog, we'll debunk five common myths and highlight five key facts about endometriosis, helping you gain a clearer understanding of this condition.

5 Tips for Running with Endometriosis

November 19, 2024

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?

What No One Told Us: The Endometriosis Surgery Prep Guide We Wish We Had. Lessons From Co-design

March 18, 2025

For many people with endometriosis, surgery is often presented as a turning point- the part in the treatment plan that will finally bring clarity or relief. But what happens when the journey to surgery is full of unknowns, misinformation, or a lack of clear guidance? At Matilda, we’ve heard firsthand from people who went into surgery without the knowledge they needed, only to be caught off guard by unexpected challenges. In our Surgery Optimisation Co-Design Sessions, participants shared what they wished they had known before surgery. This post brings together those insights and practical pre-surgery planning tips to help others feel more prepared and empowered.

Tracking Before and After Surgery - Why is it Important?

March 18, 2025

Preparing for surgery can feel overwhelming, but small daily actions can make a big difference in your recovery. Research shows that prehabilitation—actively preparing your body before surgery—can lead to better outcomes, including faster recovery, reduced complications, and shorter hospital stays (1). One of the most effective ways to stay motivated, engaged, and accountable during this critical time is habit tracking. At Matilda, we integrate habit tracking into our digital surgery optimisation program, empowering patients to build small, sustainable habits that set them up for a smoother recovery.

What to Expect the First Few Days After Endometriosis Surgery

April 8, 2025

So, you’ve had your laparoscopy. Whether it’s your first or your fifth, the days following surgery can feel like a mix of relief, confusion, and discomfort. You're finally on the other side—but what now?

The Power of the Mind: Psychological Factors, Prehabilitation, and Surgical Outcomes

July 16, 2024

We explore the evidence and review a great article exploring the crucial role of psychological readiness, self-efficacy, and holistic care in a faster recovery and less post-surgical pain.

Prepping The Nervous System for Surgery: How Understanding Pain Can Aid Recovery

October 22, 2024

Pain is the most common symptom of Endometriosis, and it's often the one that most people seek relief from through treatments including surgery. In this blog, Matilda Health's co-founder, Dr Kevin Wernli, who has a PhD in persistent pain and teaches on the management of pain unit at Curtin University, explores how pain is produced and what people can do before and after their endometriosis surgery to ensure a smooth recovery.

What No One Told Us: The Endometriosis Surgery Prep Guide We Wish We Had. Lessons From Co-design

March 18, 2025

For many people with endometriosis, surgery is often presented as a turning point- the part in the treatment plan that will finally bring clarity or relief. But what happens when the journey to surgery is full of unknowns, misinformation, or a lack of clear guidance? At Matilda, we’ve heard firsthand from people who went into surgery without the knowledge they needed, only to be caught off guard by unexpected challenges. In our Surgery Optimisation Co-Design Sessions, participants shared what they wished they had known before surgery. This post brings together those insights and practical pre-surgery planning tips to help others feel more prepared and empowered.

Prepping The Nervous System for Surgery: How Understanding Pain Can Aid Recovery

October 22, 2024

Pain is the most common symptom of Endometriosis, and it's often the one that most people seek relief from through treatments including surgery. In this blog, Matilda Health's co-founder, Dr Kevin Wernli, who has a PhD in persistent pain and teaches on the management of pain unit at Curtin University, explores how pain is produced and what people can do before and after their endometriosis surgery to ensure a smooth recovery.

What No One Told Us: The Endometriosis Surgery Prep Guide We Wish We Had. Lessons From Co-design

March 18, 2025

For many people with endometriosis, surgery is often presented as a turning point- the part in the treatment plan that will finally bring clarity or relief. But what happens when the journey to surgery is full of unknowns, misinformation, or a lack of clear guidance? At Matilda, we’ve heard firsthand from people who went into surgery without the knowledge they needed, only to be caught off guard by unexpected challenges. In our Surgery Optimisation Co-Design Sessions, participants shared what they wished they had known before surgery. This post brings together those insights and practical pre-surgery planning tips to help others feel more prepared and empowered.

Tracking Before and After Surgery - Why is it Important?

March 18, 2025

Preparing for surgery can feel overwhelming, but small daily actions can make a big difference in your recovery. Research shows that prehabilitation—actively preparing your body before surgery—can lead to better outcomes, including faster recovery, reduced complications, and shorter hospital stays (1). One of the most effective ways to stay motivated, engaged, and accountable during this critical time is habit tracking. At Matilda, we integrate habit tracking into our digital surgery optimisation program, empowering patients to build small, sustainable habits that set them up for a smoother recovery.

What to Expect the First Few Days After Endometriosis Surgery

April 8, 2025

So, you’ve had your laparoscopy. Whether it’s your first or your fifth, the days following surgery can feel like a mix of relief, confusion, and discomfort. You're finally on the other side—but what now?

Prepping The Nervous System for Surgery: How Understanding Pain Can Aid Recovery

October 22, 2024

Pain is the most common symptom of Endometriosis, and it's often the one that most people seek relief from through treatments including surgery. In this blog, Matilda Health's co-founder, Dr Kevin Wernli, who has a PhD in persistent pain and teaches on the management of pain unit at Curtin University, explores how pain is produced and what people can do before and after their endometriosis surgery to ensure a smooth recovery.

5 Tips to Navigate Endometriosis in the Workplace

July 16, 2024

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.

5 Tips for Running with Endometriosis

November 19, 2024

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?

What No One Told Us: The Endometriosis Surgery Prep Guide We Wish We Had. Lessons From Co-design

March 18, 2025

For many people with endometriosis, surgery is often presented as a turning point- the part in the treatment plan that will finally bring clarity or relief. But what happens when the journey to surgery is full of unknowns, misinformation, or a lack of clear guidance? At Matilda, we’ve heard firsthand from people who went into surgery without the knowledge they needed, only to be caught off guard by unexpected challenges. In our Surgery Optimisation Co-Design Sessions, participants shared what they wished they had known before surgery. This post brings together those insights and practical pre-surgery planning tips to help others feel more prepared and empowered.

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