Send us a text This one's a biggie. Elly Nicole joins us to tell the unfiltered story of living with endometriosis, pushing for a diagnosis, and making the bold choice to freeze her eggs—solo—after an AMH test suggested a low ovarian reserve in her early twenties. From the first laparoscopy to the late-night injections, internal scans, and the uncertainty of a nonresponsive ovary, she takes us through the exact steps, feelings, and trade-offs behind fertility preservation when you don’t have a partner and you don’t have easy answers. We talk about the moment that changed everything: a psychics message to check AMH that led to a life reroute, a move home, and a crash course in IVF protocols. Elly explains how egg retrieval works, what doctors look for, why expectations matter, and the shock of waking up to 18 collected and a call confirming 15 eggs frozen. Beyond the numbers, we get honest about the mental load of chronic pain, the strain on friendships, the role of a supportive boss, and what it takes to communicate needs in a new relationship when your baseline pain is a four and some days spike higher. If you’ve wondered how to advocate for yourself through endometriosis, fertility testing, or egg freezing, this conversation offers real-world tools: switching specialists when the vibe is wrong, using a TENS machine for drug-free pain relief, drawing on baths and breath work, and building language for support that actually helps. It’s raw, practical, and deeply human—a reminder that trusting your body and asking the hard questions can change the path ahead. If this episode resonates, follow the show, share it with someone who needs it, and leave a review so more women can find these resources. Follow @ellynicole_ to stay connected with Elly's evolving journey. We just LOVED this one! Thanks for tuning into another episode of Loosely Speaking! We hope this conversation sparked something meaningful for you – whether that's a new perspective, a lightbulb moment, or just a good laugh. Let's keep the conversation flowing! Drop us a comment and tell us: What resonated with you most from today's episode? We love hearing your thoughts, stories, and those "me too" moments that remind us we're all figuring this out together. Don't miss a beat – hit that follow button wherever you're listening so our latest episodes land right in your feed. And if today's conversation moved you, share it with a friend who needs to hear it too. Sometimes the best gift we can give is letting someone know they're not alone on this journey. Find us everywhere: Follow us on @looselyspeaking.podcast for behind-the-scenes moments and daily inspiration Join our community where the real magic happens between episodes Until next time, keep doing whatever makes you feel good, stay curious, and remember – you're exactly where you need to be.
