Eight Years. It's been EIGHT fucking years of my life that I've lived in some relentless loop of physical and mental torment. Not only managing debilitating symptoms, borne out of a deeply traumatic experience, but also managing a system of ignorance and dismissal. My beautiful baby is 8 years old - I cannot believe it.… Continue reading Part 12: My Battle With Thyroid Disease – Reading, Revelations and Rage
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Part 11: My Battle with Thyroid Disease – Genetic Testing Results
I have days that are not quite as hard, but these are more infrequent since total thyroidectomy. On the days that are more accessible, I recalibrate quickly and jump in; buy a scooter to play with my daughter, get a wetsuit to swim outdoors and make plans with friends. Some of them come off, many… Continue reading Part 11: My Battle with Thyroid Disease – Genetic Testing Results
Part 10: Battling on – two years post total thyroidectomy.
The same story on endless repeat. I've been poorly every day now for 7 years. Yes, to varying degrees but the bad days vastly outnumber the 'good' and even more so since total thyroidectomy. This is not negativity, pessimism or not remembering things properly (as people so readily suggest) this is fact. Somedays I think… Continue reading Part 10: Battling on – two years post total thyroidectomy.
To Do
Find out about hypnobirthing Find out about home birth Find out about car seats Find out about breastfeeding Find out about baby massage Find out about sleeplessness Find out about weight loss Find out about bulgy eyes Find out about Promazine Find out about Postpartum Thyroiditis Find out about thyroids Find out about thyroid storm… Continue reading To Do
FREE DOWNLOAD: CAN (Create Another Narrative), Affirmation Cards
Why CAN Affirmation Can Affirmation Cards were created in response to my own health journey. After giving birth I experienced an extreme presentation of Postpartum Thyroiditis and continuing health problems for several years after this. I found it nearly impossible to access the support that I required and my symptoms were constantly dismissed as mental… Continue reading FREE DOWNLOAD: CAN (Create Another Narrative), Affirmation Cards
Part 5 of My Ongoing Battle With My Thyroid Health: Life was slipping through my fingers once again and then I spoke with ‘the lady like me’ who presented new opportunities and hope.
The symptoms And so it goes on and on and on and on. The symptoms once again returned, sent me home from dancing, stopped me from sleeping, made me cancel social events, became excuses for courses and eventually got me a sick note from my 1.5 days a week job - something that, at the… Continue reading Part 5 of My Ongoing Battle With My Thyroid Health: Life was slipping through my fingers once again and then I spoke with ‘the lady like me’ who presented new opportunities and hope.
Letters To My Doctor: The Endocrinologist
Dear Dr , I am writing as a former patient and in the context of a recent visit to (another hospital) and a confirmed diagnosis of thyroiditis. I felt it may be useful to share my experiences following two consultations with you on 14.06.19 and 23.08.19. I found the initial consultation extremely reassuring and kind… Continue reading Letters To My Doctor: The Endocrinologist
Little Hens Cook Together: A fun class in Rochdale where children and toddlers, create, cook and enjoy freshly prepared food.
I was lucky enough to find this gem of a cooking class through a recommendation from a friend. Babe, (now 22 months) and I, attended a Little Hens holiday session and enjoyed it so much that we signed up for more. Like a perfectly prepared meal the 'Little Cooks' class brings fun and learning together… Continue reading Little Hens Cook Together: A fun class in Rochdale where children and toddlers, create, cook and enjoy freshly prepared food.
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