The PCOS Journal

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a chronic hormonal condition effecting at least 10% of Australian women. With no definitive cause or cure, it is the world’s leading cause of fertility issues in women. PCOS is difficult to manage, with many complex symptoms and a wide range of treatments and lifestyle choices to consider and balance. The rate of diagnosis is increasing but there is still little support available for women with PCOS. This has left the PCOS community crying out for more resources. Containing knowledge about the many (often unknown) treatment options available and charts for tracking symptoms, treatments, fertility, meals and more, The PCOS Journal is a 12-month undated health diary, designed to help women with PCOS navigate their journey. The PCOS Journal is for all women with PCOS, regardless of where they are at on their journey and what treatment pathway they have chosen. It is a support tool that acts as a companion for all women with PCOS. A place to record in great detail, the many challenging facets of their individual PCOS journey. The PCOS Journal contains the following:* 52 weeks of journal space, to record and reflect on the day to day stuff, like hours of sleep, meals, water intake and exercise.* Charts to track and monitor the big stuff like fertility, the menstrual cycle, symptoms, treatments, habits and weight.* Easy to read information about treatment options.* Space for goal setting.* Motivational worksheets.* Space for recording meal plans.* Information about specific medicines and home remedies.* Self-care tips.* Yoga poses relevant to PCOS.* PCOS friendly recipes.* Affirmations.* Inspirational quotes.Using the journal can help women with PCOS:* Understand their PCOS and their body.* Understand their treatment options.* Gain insight into the treatments that are actually working for them.* Improve their understanding of their fertility and cycle.* Reduce stress and increase relaxation and productivity.* Gain knowledge about better food choices for PCOS and lose weight.* Improve their relationship with their body.* Have a more organised life.* Feel motivated to achieve their goals.* Feel inspired to get through the low times.* To have a clear record of their health, which they can share with their health professionals.* Prioritise their health.