Mother’s Day: A note of thanks to Mum
Dear Mum, You were there to hold my hand on my way to the first of many tests for Epilepsy diagnosis. The one who smiled at … Read More
Special thank you for Mother’s Day
Reflecting on my life with epilepsy, I remember the medications and how they made me feel, the hospital stays, and the many, many doctor appointments. This … Read More
Epilepsy Blog Relay: Sharing happy moments with a special needs child
Jes Armstrong is back again to share an update from her blog Wishes for Mercy, a blog about her experiences as mother to a special needs child who looks normal at first glance.
Epilepsy Blog Relay™: Beth’s story shows love always has the last word
When my seizures returned after 10 years, I realized who I wanted to be by my side as my partner for the rest of my life. My epilepsy had put that into stark relief. My seizures helped me realize just how important it is to have people who love and support you when dealing with a condition like epilepsy.
Epilepsy and Transportation: How an electric bike saved the day for one mom in Portland
Sara’s Story: Getting around without a car (with kids!)
If someone had told me a year ago that in 12 months we would be doing most of our daily traveling by electric bike, I would have laughed. I live in Portland, and have a 3-year-old and a 5-year-old. It rains here for about 5 months out of the year. But, it happened.
Epilepsy Blog Relay: The Pharmacist Mom on her most precious patient
As a mom to a child with epilepsy, I want to hold him in my arms and make it all go away. This is when my pharmacist hat comes off.
Epilepsy Blog Relay™: Faye on Epilepsy and Motherhood
Faye writes the blog Epilepsy, Pregnancy, Motherhood and Me which follows the impact of epilepsy and AED’s on her pregnancy and motherhood.
Paula’s Story: Sage advice from a mom with epilepsy
I was born in 1952, and back then, it was still illegal for a woman with epilepsy to get married. When I was young, all I could think about was getting married and becoming a mother.