On September 23rd, 2019 my six-year-old son, Kane, underwent his second open heart surgery at the Stollery Children’s Hospital in Edmonton, Alberta. Our Child Life Specialist played such an important…
Hospital Clothing for after Heart Surgery
What’s the best type of clothing for after heart surgery? I wondered the same thing before my son had his surgery. I wanted something comfortable for him that would also…
Best Children’s Books about CHD
Looking for a children’s book about CHD? Look no further! Here are some of the best books to use to talk to your child about their special heart. Books can…
Postpartum Depression and CHD
Postpartum depression, not something I expected When I became pregnant with my daughter, I was over-the-moon happy about it. Throughout my 41 week pregnancy, my excitement only grew as we…
How to Keep Your Child from Getting Sick
It’s here, guys. Flu season is upon us. I took my kids for their well checkups today and their pediatrician said she has already personally seen 3 cases of the…
“Not a Mother-Woman”
There is a kind of mother who seems to hear the true calling of her life in her newborn baby’s cry. A mother who tells other expecting women, “When you see…
A Cure for CHD
Funding a Cure for CHD Cure? Yes, cure. Have we all lost our minds to think there could possibly be a cure for a congenital condition? Maybe, but hear me…
Toddler Toys for the Hospital
Ok moms, here’s the scoop. I know you are wondering, how in the world will you keep your rambunctious toddler occupied while they recover from heart surgery? Here’s a breakdown…
Flying with a Child with CHD
I love to travel. My husband and I enjoy seeing new places and going on little adventures. Usually while we are on vacation we are already talking about the next…