For women, by women: creating community, cultivating change.
Helping women navigate PCOS and Endometriosis
Wild Petals Collective is Sri Lanka’s first women-led collective dedicated to awareness, education, and community support for those navigating Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) and Endometriosis - grounded in science and empathy.
Wild Petals Collective exists to support women living with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) and Endometriosis - conditions that are often misunderstood and navigated alone. Through education, community, and compassionate, science-backed care, we aim to create a space where women feel informed, supported, and empowered.
We are committed to sharing accurate information based on evidence about PCOS & Endometriosis.
We build a safe, inclusive space where lived experiences are respected, heard, and validated. No judgement, no minimising.
We bring medical professionals and real voices together to foster honest, accessible discussions bridging the gap between clinical knowledge and everyday lived realities.
Women-Led Advocacy
Rooted in lived journeys, we advocate for better awareness, understanding and care; empowering women to speak up, ask questions and feel confident in their health journeys.
Everything we create is designed to support individuals living with PCOS and Endometriosis - thoughtfully, responsibly, and without quick fixes.
Educate with Integrity
We share accessible, evidence-based information curated from credible medical and scientific sources to help individuals better understand their bodies, symptoms, and options.
Create space for conversation
Mental health is known to be one of the biggest & detrimental symptoms of both these conditions. To support you better, we are forming partnerships with medical professionals to facilitate open, honest discussions that go beyond rushed consultations.
Build a supportive community
We foster a safe, inclusive space where each individual journey is respected, shared and validated; reminding individuals they are not alone in navigating this.
Wild Petals Collective was born from the silence that so many women endure. Too many women with PCOS or endometriosis are told to endure, to normalise discomfort, and to navigate it alone. Here, that silence ends.
Oasha
Rashmika
Founded by Oasha & Rashmika, Wild Petals Collective (WPC) was born with their refusal to settle for a silent battle. One too many of us know all too well. Their respective journeys of PCOS and Endometriosis quickly revealed the lack of awareness, limited options, and the overwhelming gap in support.
Living with these conditions revealed a painful reality: the silence can often feel louder than the pain itself. Too many women are told their symptoms are normal, their concerns are overblown, or that they simply need to endure what their bodies are going through.
They saw how deeply these conditions affect not just physical health, but mental wellbeing, relationships, and everyday life - and how often women are left to carry that weight alone.
So they built something different.
Learning about PCOS can help you better understand what your body is communicating and remind you that your experiences are real and shared by many others.
of PCOS diagnosed women in Colombo, trying to conceive have reported sub fertility or infertility.
are demonstrating insulin resistance among the women with PCOS.
Sri Lankan females in reproductive age are affected by endometriosis
We’ve gathered common questions about PCOS to help you better understand your body, your symptoms, and your options.
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common hormonal condition that affects women of reproductive age. It is a chronic condition and cannot be cured, however some symptoms can be managed through lifestyle changes, medications and fertility treatments.
PCOS is not diagnosed based on the number of symptoms alone. Medical professionals use established diagnostic criteria rather than symptom counting.
Most doctors follow the Rotterdam criteria, which confirm PCOS when 2 out of the following 3 are present:
This means a person can have PCOS with only two clinical indicators, or have several symptoms without meeting diagnostic criteria.
A proper diagnosis requires medical evaluation, including hormone tests, ultrasound imaging, and clinical assessment by a healthcare professional.
Although both conditions can cause painful cramps and may affect fertility, endometriosis and PCOS have different symptoms to look out for:
Endometriosis
PCOS
Endometriosis, by contrast, is an inflammatory condition defined by the presence of endometrial-like tissue outside the uterus.
PCOS does not require extreme food restrictions, but certain foods can worsen hormonal imbalance, insulin resistance, and inflammation. Limiting these foods can help support better hormone regulation and symptom management:
High-sugar foods
Sugary snacks, desserts, candies, sweetened drinks, packaged juices, and sweetened yogurts can spike blood sugar and insulin levels.
Refined carbohydrates
White bread, white rice (in large portions), white pasta, pastries, pizza dough, and processed cereals can increase insulin resistance.
Highly processed foods
Fast food, instant noodles, packaged snacks, chips, frozen junk foods, and processed meats may increase inflammation and metabolic stress.
Trans fats and unhealthy oils
Deep-fried foods, commercial baked goods, margarine, and foods cooked in reused oils can worsen insulin sensitivity.
Dairy (for some individuals)
Milk, ice cream, processed cheese, and flavoured dairy products may worsen acne, bloating, or hormonal symptoms in some people with PCOS.
Excess caffeine and sugary beverages
Energy drinks, sweetened coffee drinks, and sodas can disrupt blood sugar balance and hormone regulation.
We're building something bigger. These are the offerings taking shape as we listen to what you need most.
Expert conversations designed to deepen your understanding of PCOS and endometriosis. Coming soon.
Guided group sessions focused on shared experiences, emotional support, and practical tools for navigating PCOS and endometriosis together.
Awareness on how to support individuals with these conditions & and help them navigate these conditions while also not overwhelming themselves
Wild Petals Collective is being built with the community at its heart. By joining our community, you’ll have the opportunity to share your experiences, challenges, and needs - helping ensure what we build is thoughtful, relevant, and truly supportive.
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