Mandible Mondays

"Your Body Knows First: Understanding Chronic Illness and Learning to Advocate for Yourself"

Join Aunts Nest for an honest, grounded conversation with Danica Parkin on recognizing when something isn’t right in your body—and how to navigate autoimmune conditions, orthostatic symptoms, and self-advocacy with confidence.

You’re always tired.
You get dizzy out of nowhere.
Something feels off… but no one can quite explain it.

If you’ve ever felt dismissed, unheard, or unsure about your own symptoms—this space is for you.

Event Details

May 18, 2026

06:00 PM, PST

Live Zoom Conversation

In this Mandible Mondays conversation, we’ll explore the often-overlooked connection between autoimmune conditions and orthostatic intolerance—and why so many people go undiagnosed or misunderstood.

Together, we’ll unpack:

  • Common symptoms that are easy to dismiss

  • Why your body may feel “off” even when tests look normal

  • The impact of viruses, illness, and chronic stress on your system

  • Practical ways to begin advocating for yourself in healthcare spaces

This isn’t about fear—it’s about awareness, validation, and giving you language and tools to better understand your body.

Featuring

Danica Parkin

Danica Parkin (Pila?sis, Sinixt / Synackstx) is a Family Nurse Practitioner and doula working in pediatric primary care, with experience across community and public health settings.

As the founder of həłmxiłp Indigenous Birth Justice, her work centers culturally grounded care, advocacy, and supporting individuals in navigating complex health systems with confidence and clarity.

Who This Is For

  • Aunties who feel like something in their body isn’t being fully understood

  • Anyone navigating chronic symptoms, fatigue, or unexplained health issues

  • Those who want to feel more confident speaking up in healthcare settings

  • Individuals seeking deeper, honest conversations about health and healing

You deserve to feel heard in your own body.

Save your seat and join us for this important conversation.

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