Endometriosis is my worst nightmare: Natalie Githinji reflects on her struggles
By Valerian Khakayi, July 6, 2026TV host and endometriosis awareness activist Natalie Githinji has once again spoken candidly about her battle with endometriosis, describing the condition as her worst nightmare while expressing hope that increased awareness will lead to better treatment and support for women living with the disease.
In a heartfelt social media post, shared on Monday, July 6, 2026, Natalie admitted that living with endometriosis has been one of the biggest challenges of her life but said she remains hopeful that one day a cure or better ways of managing the condition will be found.
“Endo is my worst nightmare ata sitawadanganya!” Natalie said.
“We might not be cured, but at least tutapata a way to manage and live with it, hoping that one day God ata come through!”
The TV host further expressed optimism that more conversations about endometriosis would encourage greater understanding among the public and inspire more research into its treatment, adding that her message was not just about her personal experience but about raising awareness for the thousands of women living with the condition.
“This is not about me… I feel like finally endometriosis will be defeated, if not cured, because everybody will finally know about endometriosis and learn about it and doctors watakazana kutusaidia to manage endo, and this here is a win for endo warriors!” she added.
Natalie on endo flair
Natalie’s latest remarks come just hours after she shared a social media post describing an endometriosis flare-up she experienced while spending time with her co-host, Laura Mbatha.
She explained that flare-ups can occur unexpectedly, even when a person is not menstruating, highlighting the unpredictable nature of the condition.
“An endo flare-up can happen even if you are not menstruating. This happened to me, Jana, nikiwa kwa @mbatha_laura and I think I might have traumatised my girl, tbh. Pole, babe, but it happens; it comes at any time and any place,” Natalie stated.
Additionally, she explained that during a flare-up, the pain can become so intense that it leaves sufferers unable to function for several minutes.
Natalie noted that because the symptoms often disappear after a short period, some people mistakenly assume those experiencing them are exaggerating or seeking attention.
“It can embarrass you mbele ya watu because it comes off as “attention seeking”, but honestly, it’s not. It took me a maybe 5-10 min. The longest time of my life; it feels like umekaa hapo for 2 yrs. Laura was so worried woishe akiniuliza kama aite mtu, but this happens and go’s alafu unarudi normal kama mtu alikua anataka tu attention walai,” she added.
“I was so mad at myself for letting her see that side of Endo, but Sasa, you can’t control this monster, tbh…!!! But I thank God that she was so patient and not in my space and didn’t show signs of panic, but I could feel it. Nilikua tu nasema, ‘woi mtoto wa Mama Laura aki hatawai kua same.’ But thanks to you, my love, you did so well.”