Hi, My name is Ashley, Im 20 years old. And this blog has helped me in so many ways…
     I live with a condition called Poly cystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS). This condition gave me many cancer scares, as well as stage 2 ovarian cancer at the age of 15. I was really lucky they caught it so early, as of now I am in full remission. 
     But because of all the surgeries and medications they’ve put me on, as well as the high insulin resistance and testosterone that comes with the condition; I gained a significant amount of weight. and found it difficult to lose it. My senior year of high school I refused to go to the beach with my friends for spring break or even senior week. I was never confident and I have never liked my body. 

This week, i have decided to accompany a few of my close friends to the beach in june, which means yes, i will be bikini clad. I am also going to hopefully achieve my weight loss goals in approximately 6 months (to be “beach bod” ready!) with a specialized diet as well as daily exercise. I would like everyone to know, that no matter whats happened to you in your life, no matter how “fucked up” you think your body is, you are beautiful. I will be posting pictures as soon as I have the time! And will be possibly updating you all on how this goes! 
Thanks!

xoxo