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  • Health,  That Fat Life,  Wonder Wednesday

    Wonder Wednesday: Why did it take so long for a diagnosis?

    April 1, 2021 / No Comments

    *** Possible trigger warning: fat shaming, Dr's not believing patient*** This weeks Wonder Wednesday question is: Why did it take so long for a diagnosis? You seemed to suffer for so long... I wish I had a better answer other than doctors just don’t know about it. But sadly, at least in my case, that seems to be the reason why I didn't get a diagnosis till I was in my late 20’s. Actually the more I think about it it's that not enough people, in general, know about it.

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    Cara (@PaleGingerPear)
  • Health,  Lipedema,  Lipolymphedema,  Lymphedema,  Therapy Products

    Lymph Care Tools

    July 20, 2020 / No Comments

    've been asked a lot lately what are some of the tools I use to manage my Lipolymphedema. So I thought I'd share how I keep my lymph care tools right next to my bed for easy access. I know I need to use them daily but I also know me, if its a struggle I won't stick with it.

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    Cara (@PaleGingerPear)
  • Health,  Lipedema

    #selfawaresunday – Lipedema Hips

    August 25, 2019 / 1 Comment

    I have a little confession (as it is #selfawaresunday) I use to HAAAAAATE the drastic difference between my waist and my hips. It made my life hell for so long.

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    Cara (@PaleGingerPear)
  • Health,  Lipedema,  Lymphedema,  That Fat Life

    Dear Instagram “Doctors”

    June 25, 2019 / No Comments

    While I know you think your comments telling me to lose weight is helping me, it’s not. I’m 37 years old so to assume that I’ve gotten this far in life as a fat chick and the thought of losing weight never accured to me is the dumbest thing ever.  I am well aware that if I lost weight, I would ultimately feel better. And yes, SOME of my Lymphatic issues would ease up. But by no means would it magically fix my life. Diet and exercise will not reduce my Lipedema (aka damaged fat cells). You might be reading this going “bitch how do you know if you don’t…

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    Cara (@PaleGingerPear)

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Teenage #pgp is never thought she would meet a mem Teenage #pgp is never thought she would meet a member of @nsync let alone be brave enough to show her senior picture and crazy NSYNC room 😂 but @realjoeyfatone was incredibly sweet! He recognized that my shirt was an old one and wasn’t creeped out by my NSYNC room pic. He noticed that the floor was covered with posters too 😂 totally worth the drive to @steelcitycomiccon just to meet him. 

#steelcityconaugust22 #joeyfatone #nsync #teenagecrush #teenageobsession #nsyncgirlforlife #livinglifewithlipedema
A few of my #lipedema #lymphedema favorite things A few of my #lipedema #lymphedema favorite things are:
@lympha_press optimal plus is my favorite pneumatic pump. It’s easy to get into on my own without needing someone to help which means I actually use it. 

@mediusaifeelbetter Medieven compression knee highs for my lymphedema maintenance. I love the fun colors available and how durable they are. 

@lipoelastic (@lipoelastic_usa @lipoelastic_ca ) compression bodysuit… bespoke garments to not only fit my pre op 72in hips but then full body pieces to help me recover and manage swelling on the day to day. 

Vibration plate to help get lymph fluid moving.

Not pictures my dry brush and my lippy friends/support system. 

What is your favorite lipedema/lymphedema thing?

#compression #compressiongarments #compressionkneehighs #compressionbodysuit #lymphapressoptimalplus #lymphapress #mediusa #mediifeelbetter #lipoelastic #lipoelasticangel
Spent some time in the pool today to combat inflam Spent some time in the pool today to combat inflammation. I spent an hour & half in the pool power walking in the 4 foot area. 
The anterior thighs that we worked on 2 years ago are EMPTY once out of the pool. And I feel like my legs are lighter. 
I’m setting a goal of 3 days minimum in water for the month of August. I want to see if I have continued results that justify purchasing a Y membership to swim year round. 

Do you swim/exercise in the water to manage your Lipedema and/or Lymphedema?

#pool #swimmingtoreduceinflammation #swimmingforlipedema #lipedema #lymphedema #lipedemamanagement #lipedemapostop #lipedemaafterswimming #thickthighs #tattooed #tattoothigh #muppettattoo
“Every adventure requires a first step” - Ches “Every adventure requires a first step” - Cheshire Cat
As I get closer and closer to my surgery journey being done (still have a few more) I cant help but get excited as to what the next adventure is going to be. 
I’m excited to see where it’s gonna take me. 
And I adore the people it’s brought into my life. 
I can’t stop grinning like the Cheshire Cat.

Is there an adventure you’re looking forward to?

Shirt by @teepublic 
Earrings by @femmedebloom 

#cheshirecat #cheshirecatgrin #lifeisanadventure #lipedema #livingwithlipedema #lifeafterlipedemasurgery #happiness #1in9womenhavelipedema
I hear all the time that there is a struggle to fi I hear all the time that there is a struggle to find compression to fit larger bodies specially pear shaped or big 🍑. 
My go to is @lipoelastic (uk based @lipoelastic_usa (USA store @lipoelastic_ca Canadian store) I have used them since early 2020 when I had 72in hips. 
They do bespoke (custom) garments in many styles from leggings to bodysuits. Their customer service is some of the best I’ve ever worked with. Just send a DM or email if you want to do bespoke and they will help get you started. 
The compression level is medical grade 20-30 mmhg. And I love that the black fabric is thick enough I can wear them as leggings without needing to wear something over top if it’s too hot! 
So if you’re struggling to find compression check then out. 

#lipedema #lipedemacompression #lipedemabooty #lipedema🍑 #big🍑 #thickandcurvy #thickchic #doublecheekedup #compressionleggings #bespokecompression #lipoelastic #lipoelasticangel
Just a couple fat cats hanging out… When this o Just a couple fat cats hanging out…

When this outfit was suggested to me I was all in my head about it. My head was showing me my old legs and super puffy feet. Feet so arched from swelling that they looked weird in  converse unless partly hidden by pant legs. 
But I pushed myself passed my comfort zone and changed. I felt amazing. I felt the outfit was very much me. It showed my ink, curves and sass. 

Sometimes you have to trust the people in your circle that get you and see you how you see you. 

📸: 🐘
#takemeback #graffitialleybaltimore #graffitiphotography #outkasttshirt #greenconverse #tattooedthickchick #tattooedthigh #sleevetattoo #ginger #lipedema #livingwithlipedema #lipedemawontstopme #baltimore
Timehop had me all in my feelings this morning. S Timehop had me all in my feelings this morning. 
Seeing my before legs instantly brings a mix of emotions. Im remind of the pain and the struggle before thinking of how far I’ve come. 
How much better they are now. 
How much easier it is to be active. 
How traveling this weekend would been so different. I wouldnt have been able to drive 4+ hours then instantly walk BMA before going to take photos in 90 + weather.
This journey has been amazing but man sometimes its a mindf**k. 

Surgery by: @drjaimeschwartz of @totallipedemacare 
#lipedema #lymphedema #lipedemabeforeandaftersurgery #lipedemareemovalsurgery #lymphedemaafterlipedemasurgery #improvedlymphatics #improvedlymphedema
I know it’s been hot as the surface of the sun l I know it’s been hot as the surface of the sun lately but I kept up with wearing my compression. I feel so much better been a bit hot while wearing my @lipoelastic / @lipoelastic_usa  and @mediusaifeelbetter compression than if I had left it up and allowed for swelling. 

I make sure my compression fits under any outfit I purchase. For me being able to wear it is a must. And sometimes the compression and a tank is the whole outfit 🤷🏼‍♀️

Have you been wearing your compression? 

#lipedema #lymphedema #wearthecompression #compressionleggings #compressionstockings #mediifeelbetter #lipoelasticangel #lipoelastic #plussize #1in9womenhavelipedema #thick
I’m sure it drives the photographers crazy… bu I’m sure it drives the photographers crazy… but sometimes you just gotta grab that angle you know works with a quick selfie 🤳 😅

Nonselfie 📸: 🐘

👚 @hottopic 
🩳 @oldnavy @oldnavyplus 
🧦 @mediusaifeelbetter 
👟 @converse 

#lipedema #livinglifewithlipedema #travel #photoshoot #graffitialleybaltimore #graffitiphotoshoot #compressionstockings #weartheshorts #wearthecompression #tattoos #tattoosandgraffiti #muppettatoo
Starting to see why it’s called Charm City 💜 Starting to see why it’s called Charm City 💜

#graffitialleybaltimore #baltimore #charmcity #bestday #theelephant #livingwithlipedema #lipedemathighs #weartheshorts #itstoohotoutside
Up early and heading out of town for the weekend. Up early and heading out of town for the weekend. Taking more time for myself and what makes me happy. 
Road-trip, photo shoots, great company … just what my soul needs. 

What are you doing this weekend to recharge? 

#soloroadtrip #pgpseesbaltimore #theelephant #firstmeetings #lipedematravel #lipedema #livinglifewithlipedema
Before any real idea what Lipedema was. Before the Before any real idea what Lipedema was.
Before the self esteem to embrace it.
Before realizing how much pain I was truly in.
Before I had any idea relief was possible.
After understanding lipedema.
After fully embracing it.
After such relief and happiness thanks to lipedema surgery.

#lipedema #lipedemabeforeafter #plussize #ginger #redhead #embraceyourself #lipedemaarms #lipedemathighs
Really been missing the natural red lightly… sho Really been missing the natural red lightly… should I go back to it or stick with the darker or something completely different?

Also totally miss both the long hair and this shoulder length cut 😭

#hair #redhead #redhair #redhairdontcare #naturalginger #ginger
I might have a slight problem with adding tshirts I might have a slight problem with adding tshirts to my collection… but how can you pass up @teepublic pricing?! 

I love that I can customize the color of the shirt and that they carry up to a 5x! I’m wearing a xl in all the shirts for reference. 

Check out the link in my stories or bio under the shirts highlight and tell me which shirts in my teepublic store you like!
Happiness is a day at the pool for me. Top from Happiness is a day at the pool for me. 

Top from @dfwhshop 
Bottoms from @walmart 

#swimming #swimmingforlipedema #swimmingforlymphedema #naturalcompression
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