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Supporting a partner with endometriosis can involve both emotional and practical support. Here are some ways a partner can support someone with endometriosis:

  1. Be empathetic and understanding: Endometriosis can cause severe pain, fatigue, and other symptoms that can be debilitating. It’s important to listen to your partner’s concerns and be supportive of their needs.

  2. Educate yourself: Take the time to learn about endometriosis, its symptoms, and the various treatments available. This can help you understand what your partner is going through and how best to support them.

  3. Accompany your partner to doctor appointments: Doctor’s appointments can be overwhelming and scary. Offer to accompany your partner to their appointments and be an advocate for them if needed.

  4. Help with household chores: Pain and fatigue associated with endometriosis can make it difficult for your partner to perform daily activities. Offer to help with household chores, such as cooking, cleaning, and grocery shopping.

  5. Be patient: Endometriosis is a chronic condition that can be challenging to manage. Be patient with your partner and provide emotional support when needed.

  6. Encourage self-care: Encourage your partner to engage in self-care activities, such as yoga, meditation, or other relaxation techniques. This can help them manage stress and reduce pain.

  7. Be flexible: Endometriosis symptoms can be unpredictable. Be flexible and understanding if your partner needs to cancel plans or take a break from activities.

Remember that every person with endometriosis experiences the condition differently. It’s essential to communicate with your partner and ask them how you can best support them

In 2015 EPSS expanded its reach to the wider community across Western Australia (to both online and offline members). We coordinated and facilitated regular face-to-face meetings, either educational, social, or a mix of both, to improve the wellbeing of our members and the wider community. These events are free, run by dedicated volunteers with the in-kind support of allied health professionals. Some examples of our presentations given at events can be accessed on our YouTube channel.

EPSS began advocating in 2016, raising public awareness of endometriosis in Western Australia via marketing and social media campaigns. We have continued to be active, providing online peer support services and facilitating the successful running of six events per year. We continue to film our larger educational sessions to make the information readily accessible to those unable to attend.