Seven and a half years. That’s how long I’ve been a mama bear. Mama to a child with a chronic illness. Years full of doctor appointments, trips to the pharmacy, tests, scans, and adjusting plans because of pain. Years full … Continue reading
For those newly diagnosed parents: I understand your reluctance to use any more medications than necessary, but let me give you some facts. When a child is newly diagnosed, there is a lot to process with the diagnosis, and a … Continue reading
It’s Not Just Arthritis Juvenile arthritis is not “just arthritis,” the same way a brain tumor is not “just a headache” or a torn ligament is not “just a sprain.” Osteoarthritis (which most people get if they live long enough) … Continue reading