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How Working Out With Secondary Lymphedema Challenged Me For The Better

in , by Linda B Hurd, May 28, 2020

Working out with secondary lymphedema can be challenging. For the past three weeks, I have been working out consecutively with only two to three random rest days. I started with jumping rope for two weeks straight. I jumped for about 20-30 minutes every day and then started doing Billy Blanks Tae Bo workouts. I have secondary lymphedema in my left foot and ankle. You can tap here to read more of my secondary lymph journey if you would like. 

Photo by Sarah Cervantes on Unsplash

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Managing Lymphedema During The Quarantine With Sigvaris Chipsleeve Garment

in , by Linda B Hurd, March 31, 2020
During this time many people are out of work due to the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States. The month of March is also national Lymphedema awareness month too. Being that my state has been under a stay at home order issued by the governor I have been practicing social distancing. 

Reading a story to my son before bath time while wearing one of the two garments.

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The Best Elevation Comes From The Lounge Doctor Leg Rest

in , , by Linda B Hurd, December 16, 2019
When you live with primary or secondary lymphedema keeping your legs elevated as much as possible is what helps with the swelling. Thanks to the Lounge Doctor Leg Rest I am no longer propping my swollen feet on top of pillows or against a wall in my home. My legs and feet are now properly elevated without experiencing any numbness.




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I Never Had A Pedicure Before | Lymphie Girl

in , , , by Linda B Hurd, December 07, 2019
Blogmas Day 7

"Are you getting your toes done today too?" The girl's nail tech asked with of her dark penciled on eyebrows raised.

"I rather do them myself." She said with a reassuring smile. Her nail tech applied a thin coating of light pink nail polish on her nails.


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Secondary Lymphedema Doesn't Keep Me In A Shell

in , , by Linda B Hurd, October 21, 2019

I am a black lymphie woman who considers herself blessed. It’s not every day any woman with lymphedema can openly admit to being able to fit into a pair of skinny jeans. Over the weekend, I pulled out one of my favorite pair of skinny jeans. I’m talking about skinny jeans that hug my curves just right. Skinny jeans that make my booty pop as if all I ever do is squats. Oh, and skinny jeans that I have had for over 5 years that I still can wear with confidence with lymphedema.


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Living Life Without Apology | Lymphie Girl Chronicles

in , , by Linda B Hurd, July 08, 2019
Show those legs and feet, baby! Twirl! Laugh! Feel just as beautiful as God created you to be. On Sunday, July 8th I was invited to the Masks & Mimosas Health & Wellness Brunch. I have never been to a brunch before. 

 However, I do love brunch foods and occasionally a mimosa! For real, I haven't had an acholic beverage in 3 years. My mimosa was well deserved.


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Lymphie Girl Strong and Proud

in , , by Linda B Hurd, May 13, 2019
One year ago from today, I revealed on my blog my life with secondary lymphedema. It had taken me 10 years to embrace my lymphedema and my journey. There were many points during my lymphedema journey that I felt ashamed.

 I was embarrassed. I would stuff my feet in the most uncomfortable shoes and suffer in silence trying to disguise my feet.

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5 of My Favorite Lymphedema Winter Essentials

in , by Linda B Hurd, December 07, 2018
Living with Lymphedema is what you make it out to be. During the winter months, it is much easier to hide and disguise a swollen limb. There are so many options to choose from that aren’t comfortable during the other seasons.


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My Lymphedema Won't Stop My Confidence

in , , by Linda B Hurd, October 15, 2018
Yesterday, I was on a natural hair panel for my friend Kineatra Jones’s first ever Naturally Nex Affair. I was excited for her as well as for everyone who came out to attend. 

On Saturday I found myself in a local Rainbow clothing store. I was on a search for a pair of shoes. Not just any pair of affordable flats, heels, or boots was going to do. I was in search for a pair of cute shoes that was going to showcase my lymphedema.


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5 Things That I Have Learned From Living With Lymphedema

in , , , by Linda B Hurd, September 25, 2018
Living with Lymphedema for the past 10 years has been life-changing. If you have no clue as to what lymphedema is I will let you know that it is a chronic swelling that occurs when there is damage or blockage of the lymph nodes. The damage or blockage can make it difficult for the lymphatic fluid to drain. Unfortunately, there is no cure for lymphedema. There are many treatment options to help manage it. I wanted to share five things with you today that I have learned throughout the years of being a lymphie.

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My Lymphedema Will Not Hold Me Back

in , , , by Linda B Hurd, June 22, 2018
When I found out I was pregnant in February of 2017, I cried tears of joy. I immediately knew that my husband and I were about to become parents and our lives were going to change. Within the change that was happening suddenly in our lives already, so was my secondary lymphedema in my ankles and primarily in my left foot. 


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My Lymphedema Does Not Define Me

in , , , , by Linda B Hurd, June 01, 2018

For the past 10 years of living with lymphedema, I chose not to allow it to define me. My lymphedema does not hold me back from achieving and accomplishing my goals. I am fortunate to not have my lymphedema worse than what I do. I truly thank God for my health and strength every day. For I have grown to be more accepting of my lymphedema.

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How I Manage My Lymphedema During The Summer Months

in , , , by Linda B Hurd, May 24, 2018

When I prayed to God about what I should blog about today, his answer was my lymphedema. I smiled and felt at peace with His answer. For the past week since I blogged about living with lymphedema for the very first time I have received so much feedback and support. 
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Life With Lymphedema At 25 Years Old

in , , , , , by Linda B Hurd, May 15, 2018

I have been living with lymphedema for the past 10 years. My lymphedema happened from walking on my left sprained ankle that did not heal properly. The reason why I was so anxious to start walking on my sprained foot again created the condition. I walked to and from school every weekday.

Mother's Day 5/13/18
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