Jillian Michaels Explains Pregnancy Misquote: Endometriosis

It's true that reporters and bloggers have some responsibility in checking the facts. However, I think Jillian is to blame in this case. It's not like endometriosis is something to be ashamed of, and by skirting the issue, she made it seem like it is. She should have taken her cues from Padma Lakshmi, who has talked for quite awhile now about her struggles with endometriosis, requiring surgery, and has since had a baby. Jillian's in the public eye and wants to be a role model for people. She should have just answered the question about having children openly and honestly.

Hey Pamela, Have you ever talked about anything for 3 hours...after 3 hours your brain is going "GET ME OUTTA HERE!!!!" And with the media trying to find something to misquote most of it was likely a guarded interview, which is I'm sure even more mentally exhausting, and that is what the media wants, they tire out people like her and try to push to get them to skirt it out of exhaustion, so they can take a quote and run with it make the person look however they want them to look. I don't doubt that's what occured, she is still a human being.

You sound very bitter and judgmental over Ms. Micheal's health issues. Until you have gone through this issue yourself and been told you can't have your own children you can't speak of what someone else is feeling.
I find it hard to take people like you that say people who give up their lives to help all these children and adults who are suffering with obesity, one of the #1 KILLERS in the USA by the way, are stuck on themselves. Or is it just the women because I didn't see you mention any men who have turned their lives around after moving out at 17 and living on her own. I believe she offers these people the chance to get through their pain but move forward with their training. Oh well their are always those who doubt people and try to undercut their great efforts to give.

Wow, sounds like someone is really insecure and very intimidated by a strong woman. Anyone knows that the only person who can give you a nice body is YOU! I also don't think is anyone's business why JM doesn't want to get pregnant, and I certainly don't think it's selfish or self-centered not to give birth. It's selfish for people (ex: teens) who get pregnant and can't afford to have a child. Also, there are plenty of children out there who need to be adopted. It's YOUR perogative JM.

I don't like this woman and never have and she isn't all that anyway..she couldn't hold a candle to Jenna Elfman in beauty.

Spoken with a mouthful of doughnuts and envy, while shopping Lane Bryant.

Well good for you santafetrainer!! I'm so glad you were able to become pregnant in 2 seconds. But see, it's not that easy for every one. I've had 2 laps and finally had to resort to a hysterectomy for my endometriosis.
You said "I do not believe a word you are saying, because, in my experience, medically it just does not add up." Um, hello? There is not another woman on this earth that is made just like you are.

You shouldn't be so harsh & rude about people that have this problem. It would be a perfect world if we could all get pregnant in 2 seconds after having the laps.

I have a son that is almost three now, that I adopted at birth. I wouldn't change a thing!

Jennifer

You are absolutely right. My experience was very lucky. The comment about getting pregnant easily is off topic. My only problem is with Jillian saying the lap is the reason for the comment about "not doing that to her body" I feel very strongly that at least half of a trainers job is to instill good body image. It just doesn't sound as if it is infertility for her but poor body image. Which she is entitled to. More women than not do not feel good about their body. But don't use others(yours, for instance) excuse to get out of truth. I am very sorry that I implied it was about anything other than what I believe is her body issues. If she had come out and said, yes, I have this problem(body image) and struggle daily and this is how much it affects me, then I would be the first to applaud.

Again, I am very sorry for my own insensitivity. Because it was off topic

You should try reading this before you judge ANYONE. And as for being who she is, in this world. Honestly, it's every person for themselves. Do your research before judging.


I can understand where Jillian is coming from. I was diagnosed with severe endometriosis and polycystic ovarian syndrome in college. They told me then that getting pregnant would be a slim to none chance for me. I held out hope, just praying, doing everything I could to ensure that one day I could have a child. I endured 7 surgeries to remove cysts that had grown to the sizes of lemons and softballs. I battled several infections that left me hospitalized. At 35, I had to make a very difficult decision...hysterectomy or severe illness which would put my life in danger. I looked into every option, including freezing my eggs. However, when they got in, everything was so diseased and infected they ended up doing an emergency hysterectomy. I know how painful and emotional exhausting her condition is. I understand the want to have a child and the inability to do so. I have a lot of respect for Jillian and she has inspired me in so many ways.

Santaftrainer you said "It just doesn't sound as if it is infertility for her but poor body image"....hmmm....what if she is scared of having surgery, while it may have been easy for you to make the decision to undergo surgery, there are risks involved with even the most simple surgical procedures, even those that only leave "itty bitty" scars. I have no idea if she has ever had surgery in the past, nor do I care, but why does everyone want to find fault in her not wanting to get pregnant and assuming it is because of her body issues, even if it is who really cares.If she would prefer to adopt and that is all that matters. period.

As a woman who has been diagnosed with endometriosis since the age of 18, I can attest that surgery for endometriosis is not simply a couple 2 cm incisions. I have undergone over 10 surgeries in 15 years with 5 that resulted in a laparotomoy (bikini line incision). So for you to make light of this medical condition is repulsive. If you truly suffer from endometriosis you should know that not everyone is as fortunate as you.

I agree. I like JM, but I have stage four endometriosis, have had four surgeries including a laparotomy,a partial hysterectomy and countless other procedures for it. I finally got pregnant sans one very messed up ovary and tube. My body actually was better off during and after the pregnancy. No judgment, because I don't have PCOS and that is nasty to deal with but her statement did sound a little hinky...

I think you may have missed the part where she states she also has polycystic ovaries. This is not treated with a simple lap procedure.

@SantaFetrainer - I am glad your surgery was so easy on your body and that things worked out for you. However, please understand there are different grades of endometriosis, just like grades of cancer. The higher the grade, the more disease present. You likely had a lower grade of the disease so could have outpatient surgery. I went in for an elective hysterectomy because of polycystic ovaries and they found severe endometriosis, which never showed up on anything like ultrasounds or exams. They tried to remove the diseased tissue and leave the cervix, but it was too progressed. I ended up needing an oopherectomy and total hysterectomy because of the endometriosis. It was a 3 hour surgery and ended up as a 5 day stay at the hospital - and that was without any complications! So please do not assume that all cases are alike, that endometriosis is no big deal, because I and many other women know it is not. We have dealt with it. Some of us cannot get pregnant in 2 seconds even though you were blessed enough to do so. Congrats and please think before you speak.

santafe, you must have had it milder than Jillian and most other women who have this. Your problem is that you are judgemental and mean. YOUR surgery may have been outpatient and quick, but this disease can be BRUTAL on women. You lucked out. Try being grateful and then showing some compassion to others. Or, maybe you're just jealous?

Well, LUCKY YOU! There are different degrees of endometriosis. Some (yours) isn't as advanced and you can have surgery and get pregnant. Others like D above had SEVEN surgeries and still didn't get pregnant. My best friends daughter-in-law has PCOS and has had six IVF procedures and did not get pregnant. The girl is tapped out physically, emotionally, and financially. Infertility is a difficult road and each woman must make her own choice as to how much she wants to put her body through.

Thank you. You have stated so well how I was feeling about the whole situation. I have the feeling that she is so worried about losing her flat tummy and sculpted this and that for loose skin, stretch marks, saggy boobs, widened hips, the works. Guess what? Being pregnant and giving birth is the BEST feeling in the world (very painful, but its worth it a million times over). If you take care of yourself before, during, and after the pregnancy, you will get your body back in no time. And the surgery? There are other women on here who have already stated that they had the surgery and sucessfully had children at all ages (one was even 37!!). I'm not buying it. I had heard and read somewhere that she was an overweight kid and is afraid of going back to that life style. Obviously she isn't going to as she has very well established habits. Take care of yourself while pregnant and you won't have a worry in the world. Loose skin eventually tightens back up and stretch marks fade. Saggy boobs are fixed with a good bra or surgery if you really want to go that route.
MANY women have also been able to get pregnant with even the most severe PCOS.