EWA Endometriosis Support

The resources section of Endo Warriors Aotearoa provides a wide range of educational materials to support individuals with endometriosis. It includes fact sheets, tips on managing chronic pain, stress responses, pacing, and alternative treatments. You’ll also find information on treatment options like laparoscopic surgery and hormonal treatments, as well as resources on mental health, self-care, and fertility. Additional guides cover period products and holistic management techniques. Explore these resources for valuable insights on managing endometriosis effectively.

The EWA Library offers a collection of books related to endometriosis, pain management, and women's health, available for loan to our community. You can borrow a book for up to six weeks, and we kindly ask that if you're able to cover postage costs, please do so. A full list of available books is provided below, and you can request one directly from the page. If you’d like to donate a book to help grow our library, please get in touch!

Endo Warriors Aotearoa is proud to present a groundbreaking workshop tailored for managers and staff alike, aiming to shed light on the critical issue of supporting colleagues with endometriosis in the workplace. This informative session offers a myriad of benefits for both businesses and their managers.  In today's rapidly evolving workplace, fostering a culture of inclusivity and support is crucial for the success of any business. Endo Warriors Aotearoa recognises the importance of supporting colleagues with endometriosis, and we're excited to introduce our workshop designed specifically for managers and staff.

Why is this Workshop Important?

Endometriosis is a common but often misunderstood health condition affecting many individuals. It can lead to chronic pain, fatigue, and emotional distress, impacting an employee's well-being and job performance. Understanding the challenges faced by colleagues with endometriosis is not only compassionate but also essential for maintaining a healthy, thriving workforce.  When it comes to supporting employees with endometriosis, raising awareness and understanding is crucial. educating yourself and your team about the nature of this illness. Endometriosis affects millions of individuals, and many of them are part of your workforce. Managing the challenges associated with this condition can be particularly taxing, often leading to absences, decreased productivity, and emotional strain. By raising awareness and providing guidance on how to support colleagues with endometriosis, our workshop tackles these issues head-on.

We offer a variety of sessions. In these sessions, Yessenia (founder of EWA) will guide you through effective strategies for managing chronic pain, providing insights and practical tools designed to empower you. You are welcome to ask for all of these sessions or just one. We can hold these in person (if you are Wellington-based) or via online meeting.

These discussions cover a range of topics, including:

Navigating Pain: Understanding and Breaking the Cycle

- The role of pain, how it protects us, and the difference between acute and chronic pain (te io topu tairongo)

- The chronic pain cycle (te awhe mamae whakatino)

- Pacing techniques: how to apply them and why they're crucial for managing pain (te whakamārama i te whakatikatika me te whakamahi i te tāhuhu, ā, he aha te whai take)

Body and Mind Responses to Pain

- Understanding how the body reacts to pain—flight, fright, or freeze—and how we can manage these responses (He tauhohe ahoeta - te whakautu ki te mamae - te whakapau kaha/te whakamā/te whakakētanga - te māramatanga i ngā whakautu o tō tātou tinana)

- Recognising and managing different types of stress, both positive and negative, and understanding their impact on the body (Me pēhea te whakautu ki te whakararuraru - ngā momo whakararuraru pai me ngā whakararuraru kino me ō rātou āhua)

- Exploring the connection between mood and pain and how they influence each other (Whakaaroa, rongo, mahi - te whakarapopototanga i te whakawhitiwhiti ake o te hinengaro me te mamae)

Mastering Persistent Pain: Strategies for Daily Living

- Learning to understand and manage persistent pain with effective strategies (Te māramatanga ki te mamae whakatino me te ako i ngā whakahaere)

- Developing practical routines and weekly plans to gradually increase activity levels (Ngā whakatakotoranga me te whakarite wiki - ngā whakapau kaha hōhonu mō ngā mahi whakatino)

- Building skills to balance both thinking and doing for improved well-being (Nga pukenga a-whakaaaro, a-mahi ano)

Empowering Self-Care: Goal Setting

- Setting realistic and meaningful goals, practicing self-love, and using affirmations to stay positive (Te whakatutukitanga i ngā whāinga, te aroha ki a koe, te whakamahi i ngā whakapuakitanga)

- Keeping a symptom pain journal to track progress and support self-reflection (Te tuhi pukapuka mō te whakamārama i a koe anō me te tiaki i tētahi pukapuka mamae whakatino)

- Incorporating mindfulness into your daily routine to manage stress and pain (Te whakamāramatanga)

Crafting Your Pain Management Plan

- Creating personalised goals and a comprehensive pain management plan (Te hanga i ngā whāinga whakahaere whaiaro whaiaroa me te rautaki whakahaere mamae)

- Learning how to make plans and set goals, even while managing pain (Te whakarite i ngā whakaritenga i te wa e whai mamae ana)

At Endo Warriors Aotearoa, we understand that vital tools for managing endometriosis pain are often financially out of reach. That's why we're offering free TENS machines, heat packs, hot water bottles, soothing balms, and mobility aids to those in need. Our resources are limited, but we aim to make a meaningful difference for community card holders, students with valid ID, and individuals experiencing financial hardship. No one should have to face endometriosis pain alone. Simply email us and we will send you a form to  fill out our assistance.

Endo Warriors Aotearoa is proud to have a new fund designed to support those struggling with the high costs of endometriosis care. With the cost of living soaring and no national funding available for endometriosis in Aotearoa, the financial strain can be overwhelming. Our initiative is here to provide relief, helping cover expenses like TENS machines, heat packs, travel to surgeries (for those that need to travel outside their hometown) and post-surgery meals.

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While we’re starting with a modest fund of $500, we’re committed to growing this support system. We've received countless requests from those in need, from individuals requiring pain management tools to single parents needing meal support during recovery. With your help, we believe this fund can grow into a substantial source of relief for our community. Let's build a future together where financial barriers don’t stand in the way of essential care.

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Simply email us and we will send you a form to  fill out our assistance. Please note we are not able to help with surgery costs.