Nurse on the Geaux

08/03/2026

Swelling that doesn’t go away isn’t just ‘water retention’ — your body may be trying to tell you something. 💜

Here are 5 signs of lymphedema you shouldn’t ignore. If any of these sound familiar, you’re not alone — and you don’t have to figure it out by yourself.

Save this for later, and drop a 💜 if you learned something new. This video features an AI avatar sharing Q’s words and trusted nurse-led education.

08/01/2026

It was such a joy connecting with so many amazing women, sharing practical lymphatic health education, and having meaningful conversations about caring for our bodies.
Thank you to The VIBE Wellness Lounge and Beth Drake for creating such a welcoming space focused on wellness, community, and connection.
Thank you to everyone who stopped by, asked questions, and shared your stories. It was truly a pleasure meeting each of you. 💜

07/15/2026

Understanding your body starts with understanding the facts. 💜

Lipedema is a chronic medical condition that is often misunderstood or mistaken for other conditions. For many people, getting the right diagnosis can take years—and that journey can feel frustrating and isolating.
Remember, this post is for education—not diagnosis. If these symptoms sound familiar, consider speaking with a qualified healthcare professional about your concerns.
At Nurse on the Geaux, we believe that knowledge is one of the most powerful tools you can have when advocating for your health.
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📚 Looking for more educational resources? Visit nurseonthegeaux.com to explore our growing library of digital guides and tools designed to support your lymphatic health journey.

WomensHealth

07/14/2026

Your at-home lymphedema routine can start with just 5 minutes. 💜

No equipment. No complicated setup. Just a gentle self-MLD routine you can do each morning before putting on your compression garment.

For many people living with lymphedema, consistent daily care between visits with a certified lymphedema therapist is an important part of supporting their lymphatic health.

📖 Looking for a printable routine?

Visit nurseonthegeaux.com to explore our Lymphedema Daily Checklist Pack, which includes a morning routine, evening routine, flare-up plan, hydration tracker, symptom log, and care team card—all in one place.

07/10/2026

07/02/2026

As Nurse on the Geaux steps into a new chapter, we're not going anywhere—we're simply showing up differently. 💜
The heart behind this work remains the same. The mission remains the same.
We're just finding new ways to serve, support, and educate this incredible community.

Stay connected. More to come.

07/02/2026

Today, Nurse on the Geaux steps into purpose. 💜
For years I've shown up at your door. Now I'm showing up in a bigger way.
Same mission. New era.
We're evolving — more education, more resources, more guidance for your healing journey. Post-op recovery. Lymphedema. Lipedema. Lymphatic health. All of it.

Follow along — this next chapter is for YOU.

06/17/2026

Over the past 3 1/2 years, I’ve specialized in lymphatic drainage, working with lymphedema, lipedema, and post-surgical cosmetic recovery patients. There’s significant misinformation about lymphatic drainage from untrained individuals whose advice can actually harm healing tissue and impede your progression. I’m here to provide you with nurse-level, evidence-informed guidance you can trust for your lymphatic health. Follow us for more educational content and guidance you can trust!

06/15/2026

Recovery facts and a look inside our nurse-created Post-Op Recovery Toolkit, featuring guidance on healing, lymphatic drainage, compression garments, nutrition, and more.

Recover with confidence using our nurse-created guide to post-op healing. Secure your copy today at nurseonthegeaux.com

06/08/2026

We discuss the critical information that lymphedema patients don’t receive at diagnosis, including the importance of daily self-lymphatic drainage, compression garments, proper skin care routines, and recognizing flare symptoms. We introduce the Lymphedema Daily Management Toolkit-a comprehensive 12-page resource designed to cover everything your doctor’s appointment may have missed, helping you move from confusion to confident daily management. Nurseonthegeaux.com ,