💙 Hearts at Home: Finding Peace in Caregiving 💙

An Open Letter on Parenting: Our Not-So-Different Paths and Choices

Dear Fellow Parents, As we navigate the new school year, it's often easy to become engulfed in the tiny details that fill our days – from rushed breakfasts to the...

Mental Health Matters: Discussing the Emotional Impact of CHD on the Family

Congenital Heart Defects (CHDs) are among the most common birth defects, affecting an estimated 1 in every 110 newborns. While medical advancements have significantly improved the survival rates and quality...

Sending Children with Complex Medical Concerns Back to School: A Comprehensive Guide

Sending children back to school is an exciting yet challenging process, and for families with children who have complex medical concerns, it's even more demanding. Careful planning, communication, and education...

Interconnected Body Systems - Impact of CHD

In this post, we aim to enlighten and empower, particularly parents of children with heart conditions or adults living with congenital heart defects. We’ll explore the intricate relationships between the...

Mental Health Matters: Recognizing and Managing Stress

What are the signs of stress and burnout? Stress and burnout are common experiences that many people face in their daily lives. It's important to recognize the signs and symptoms...

Ride the Wave Mantra

The day is August 14, 2015. I am sitting in a hospital chapel. I’m crying. No, I’m sobbing. My heart is fully broken open, sending tears up to my eyes...