Unraveling Hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome & Hypermobility Spectrum Disorder
Understanding the Complexities of hEDS and HSD
hEDS/HSD Educational Series
*Donation based: In person and Virtual options*
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Session One: Understanding hEDS & HSD
Overview + comorbidities
October 23, 2025 from 6:30–8:00 pm CST
*Pay what you can $0-$50, in person and virtual options*
We’re kicking off a six-part series with an evening dedicated to the foundations of hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (hEDS) and Hypermobility Spectrum Disorder (HSD)!
In this first session, you’ll:
Learn what hEDS & HSD are and how they affect the body
Explore the process of getting a diagnosis
Understand common co-occurring conditions
Connect with others who “get it”
Build confidence in navigating hypermobility
Whether you’re at any stage of diagnosis, supporting a loved one, or simply curious about these often-misunderstood conditions, this session is a welcoming place to learn, ask questions, and feel less alone.
Come curious, leave connected!
Session Two:
Stress strategies and mental health impacts
November 20, 2025 from 6:30–8:00 pm CST
*Pay what you can $0-$50, in person and virtual options*
In this session, we’ll explore what stress really is — how our bodies perceive it, why those with hEDS/HSD may experience it differently, and what we can do to regulate and restore balance.
Guest Speakers!
Rose Rudis RN, CCRN, Chronic & Invisible Illness Coach, HeartMath-IT
Ashley Hartmann Annis, Full spectrum birth doula, TRE-Provider, SEP-IT
In this second session, you’ll:
Learn what how our bodies identify stress
Explore simple ways to bring mindfulness and body awareness into your day
Understand the effects stress has on the body
Connect with others who “get it”
Build confidence in trusting your own awareness
Together we will explore ways to tune into the body, calm the nervous system, support emotional-wellbeing, and create space for everything that comes up with the ongoing demands of chronic conditions.
Come curious, leave connected!
Session Three:
Pain, CRPS, and Management Strategies
December 17, 2025 from 6:30–8:00 pm CST
*Pay what you can $0-$50, in person and virtual options*
Pain with hEDS & HSD can be complex, layered, and deeply personal. In this session, we will unpack some of what's happening in the body when pain persists, how central sensitization and CRPS (Complex regional pain syndrome) can develop, and how a broad spectrum of conventional and holistic strategies can help support pain management.
Guest Speakers!
Dr. Angel Marchant DO
Jaime Irving LAc, LMT
Noor Bontz APNPC-AG
Anders Totten LMT, ATSI
In this third session, you’ll:
Learn how pain is processed in the body and nervous system
Explore approaches for managing chronic and neuropathic pain, including CRPS
Hear perspectives from medical, integrative care, and lived experience lenses
Connect with others navigating similar challenges
Together we will ways to work with the body. Find pathways towards relief, restoration, and renewed trust in the body's capacity to adapt and heal.
Come curious, leave connected!
Session Four:
hEDS & HSD Moves: Exercise and Movement
Date: January 15th, 2026 from 6:30–8:00 pm CST
*Pay what you can $0-$50, in person and virtual options*
Movement can be one of the most confusing, as well as powerful, parts of living with hEDS & HSD. In this session, we will explore how to move safely and confidently, support joint stability, and find forms of activity that feel nourishing and stabilizing.
Guest Speakers!
Amanda Bauer, CPT/Z Health R, I, ST, 9S
In this fourth session, you’ll:
Learn how to approach movement with curiosity and body awareness
Explore strength building and pacing strategies that support long term function
Discover gentle ways to reintroduce movement after an injury or flare
Connect with others who are redefining what movement and exercise look like for them
Together we will reimagine movement as a practice of care, stability, and trust. Building strength in awareness of the hypermobile body's unique needs.
Come curious, leave connected!
Session Five:
Hormones, Nutrition, & Whole-Body Support
Date: TBD
*Pay what you can $0-$50, in person and virtual options*
Nutrition and hormones are deeply interconnected—and for those living with hEDS or HSD, that relationship can feel especially complex. Between food sensitivities, GI symptoms, fluctuating energy, pain, menstrual cycles, perimenopause, and medication effects, it’s common to feel unsure of what your body needs or how to support it consistently.
In this session, we’ll explore how nutrition and hormonal shifts influence connective tissue, the nervous system, inflammation, pain, and overall resilience, using a compassionate, whole-body lens.
Guest Speakers!
We’re excited to be gathering another thoughtful group of speakers for this session.
Check back soon for updates as our lineup is confirmed!
In this session, you’ll:
Learn how connective tissue differences can affect digestion, nutrient absorption, and energy
Explore how hormones influence collagen, inflammation, pain, fatigue, and nervous system regulation
Understand the interplay between menstrual cycles, perimenopause, nutrition needs, and symptom patterns
Discover gentle, realistic strategies for nourishment when eating feels hard
Learn supportive approaches to hydration, electrolytes, and energy balance
Connect with others navigating similar questions, shifts, and challenges
Together, we’ll approach nourishment and hormones with curiosity, flexibility, and compassion—honoring your body’s lived experience and creating space for steadier support, deeper understanding, and choice without pressure.
Come curious, leave connected!
*Pay what you can $0-$50, in person and virtual options*
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Disclaimer: The hosts of this educational series are not licensed physicians or healthcare providers. They do not diagnose, treat, or provide medical advice regarding hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (hEDS), hypermobility spectrum disorder (HSD), or any other medical condition. The content presented is intended solely for informational and educational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice, therapy, diagnosis, or treatment. Viewers are encouraged to consult with qualified healthcare professionals regarding any medical concerns or conditions.
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