Dr. Mom
Holidays – The “Special” Kind
The Holidays as a Mom- Different than What I Expected As I’ve crossed passed childhood and into adulthood in the past 10 years, it has become clear to me that holidays seem to carry grief and hardship more than joy and peace. This obviously is a general statement, and it is limited to my own […]
Chicken Noodle Soup for children with a g-tube!
Let’s Be Real Every time I go to post a recipe on my blog, I hesitate since I don’t have professional pictures or fancy ways to explain certain ingredients. Yet, that is exactly the point I’m trying to make – you don’t have to be “cool” or monetarily driven to be successful in simple ways […]
Dear DME: A Letter to Durable Medical Equipment Companies
Two years ago I began a journey filled with meds and things, supplies and vents – the term “DME” was a stranger to me, I had no idea what it stood for. Now, DME is in my daily life – it’s making a difference in my life. This post is for you – the durable […]
Accepting the Position of Dr. Mom – Part 2
It is amazing how God uses the most unexpected sources to give us peace in the midst of hardship. For example, learning how to say no, learning how to stay in the moment, etc. etc. We don’t expect an answer to our prayer that involves our child being diagnosed with a rare condition. I didn’t, […]
Accepting the Role of Dr. Mom – Part 1
24 months ago, I held my newborn in my arms. She was perfect, she was my dream come true. I was excited to breastfeed, change diapers, soothe in the middle of the night and show her off to friends. Being a mom has always been my dream – being a normal, typical mom. 20 months […]