Luna and Shelli review the good, bad, and the hilarious from their time at the EDS Society's 2026 Global Learning Conference.

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All about Shell's recent BVD diagnosis and prism glasses

Resources:

Neurolens

Many thanks to:

Carolyn Stanley - Shelli's youngest kiddo and bendy art student

Joe O'Connor - Newton Tech

Navindi Weerasinghe - Chief Optician at Peepers Crofton/Gambrills

Drs. Patel of Peepers Crofton/Gambrills

00:00 Introduction to the episode and personal health story

01:11 Explanation of binocular vision dysfunction and symptoms

02:38 Personal struggles with eye strain and vision focus

04:05 The process of getting prescribed neural lens glasses

07:12 Confirmation of vision issues through testing

10:40 Understanding the diagnosis and its implications

12:16 Connection to other health conditions and experiences

16:50 Explanation of eye strain and focus challenges

24:20 The impact of new glasses on vision and daily life

35:05 Experiencing the benefits of neural lens glasses

37:40 Fashion and functionality with new eyewear

38:27 Closing remarks and resources for viewers

The Bendy Mommas continue to look into understanding the intersectionality of Hypermobility by talking to some Bendy Dudes. We gathered a panel of men with Hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (hEDS) to discuss their experiences with hypermobility. Here's part two of the men's interview panel!

Full show notes available here.

On this week's episode, the Two Bendy Mommas continue to discuss why they think it’s a smart idea to use your spoons to get diagnosed. They discuss some of the the benefits of going through the diagnostic journey, why diagnosis actually matters, and some personal insight to how their diagnosis has impacted their lives (and their Zebra offspring!).

If you suspect an inherited connective disorder (such as the Ehlers-Danlos Syndromes), but haven't started on your journey yet, Luna and Shelli give an "EDS Overview" and cover the diagnostic process in Season 1 if you want to learn more about it.

In this episode, Tiffany warns about having surgery on both hands on the same day.

The Bendy Mommas are still on Spring Break and will return in two weeks with new episodes!

The Bendy Mommas discuss the news about neurodivergence from the year 2023. Luna and Shelli’s 2023 wrap-up has all the news you missed pertinent to ADHD and ASD. If you have any questions or comments for future episodes please send us a message (voice, audio, or video) to tiffany@hackinghypermobility.com

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Surprise! The Bendy Mommas have a little treat for you to welcome 2025. Good riddance, 2024!

New episodes resume on International Zebra Day, January 31