My little girl, Lila, has a 40 percent chance of inheriting my PCOS genes. I’m determined to forge a new path for her, so if she is diagnosed with PCOS, she doesn’t feel the fear and negativity I once did. I’d much rather have her experience the diagnosis as an opportunity to live life like a PCOS Diva. Thank you, Lila, for inspiring me and being the sparkly exclamation point to our family. And to my boys, Clayton and Rhett, I am so happy that I was able to reclaim my health and life, so that I could be the best mom to you that I could be. You make me so proud.
To my husband, Cliff, who has always pushed me to step beyond my self-imposed limits. You knew I had a story to tell and a greater purpose. Thank you for encouraging me every step of the way. Without your unending support, wisdom, and expertise, PCOS Diva and this book would not have been possible. I love and appreciate you.
And of course, thank you to the original PCOS Diva—my mom. I owe you so much.
Nancy Foti, PCOS Diva Content Manager, writer, and collaborator extraordinaire, thank you for sharing your incredible talent and your time over the last four years; it has been an adventure. And to the rest of the team, Carrie Dawe, Ariela Torgersen, Silvanna Topete, and Emily Otterman, thank you for your support, encouragement, and care.
To my agent, John Maas, and the team at Sterling Lord Literistic, thank you for believing in my message and helping me refine and share it with the world. I’m so grateful to my publisher, HarperOne, for understanding the importance of this book and being willing to take this first-time author under its wings. Thank you to my talented editor, Julia Pastore, who has championed my message, and to the rest of the team at HarperOne, who have worked hard to turn a dream into reality.
And finally, to my fellow PCOS Divas. I’m honored to share this journey with you. May we all continue to move beyond the struggles of PCOS, to live the lives we were meant to live, without being held back by PCOS. May PCOS be the catalyst for tremendous positive transformation in our lives.
With a heart filled with love and gratitude, thank you!