Michelle Madrigal gets real on fertility struggle amid two chronic health conditions

• Michelle Madrigal opened up on Instagram about the emotional struggle of trying to conceive while dealing with Hashimoto’s thyroiditis and endometriosis

• She shared how difficult it is to find a supportive mom community in her mid-30s

• Hashimoto’s thyroiditis is an autoimmune condition that affects the thyroid and can disrupt hormone levels and ovulation

• Endometriosis is a painful disorder where tissue similar to the uterine lining grows outside the uterus, often causing infertility and other complications

Actress and former reality show star Michelle Madrigal took to Instagram to candidly share the emotional challenges she’s facing in her journey to conceive, as she’s battling both Hashimoto’s thyroiditis and endometriosis—two chronic health conditions that can significantly impact fertility.

In a vulnerable post, Michelle wrote: “No one really tells you how hard it is to find your mom tribe in your mid-30s. Also, the emotional rollercoaster of trying to have a baby while dealing with Hashimoto thyroiditis and endometriosis.”

Her honesty resonated with many of her followers, especially women navigating similar health and fertility struggles. Michelle, who is based in the U.S., now married to Kevin Neal, and co-parents her daughter with ex-husband Troy Woolfolk, has long been open about her wellness journey, mental health, and healing after divorce.

Hashimoto’s thyroiditis is an autoimmune condition where the immune system mistakenly attacks the thyroid gland, leading to hypothyroidism or underactive thyroid. This can cause hormonal imbalances that affect ovulation and fertility. Symptoms may include fatigue, weight gain, depression, and irregular periods—all of which can complicate the process of trying to conceive, according to Mayo Clinic.

Endometriosis, on the other hand, is a painful disorder in which tissue similar to the lining inside the uterus grows outside of it. This condition can cause inflammation, scarring, and adhesions that interfere with normal reproductive function, according to Healthline.

As she continues her journey, Michelle remains committed to transparency and encouraging women to advocate for their health, seek support, and share their stories.

Here is her full post on her official Instagram account, with screenshots from Inquirer:

Michelle Madrigal is a former actress in the Philippines. She now lives in the US and works as a realtor. She used to be married to Troy Woolfolk. Michelle’s sister is former actress Ehra Madrigal.

In a previous report, Michelle and Troy have a daughter named Anika Austin Woolfolk. She and Troy got to know each other through a dating app. In her vlog, Michelle also revealed that she and Troy underwent marriage counseling to improve their relationship but they eventually broke up.

Michelle married her partner Kevin Neal in a simple courthouse wedding in Texas. The actress shared a number of clips on her IG account. She described the wedding as a "deeply intímate." The realtor also quoted a verse from Matthew 19:6 in the caption. She said that they are two persons who are seeking God to be able to grow as a person and as a couple.

Source: KAMI.com.gh