In this episode, host Laura Arroyo welcomes Kaylee Pulido, a mother who has walked a unique path of grief and acceptance in her son's cleft lip journey. While Kaylee initially grappled with her son's diagnosis, she found strength and solace in the anticipation of his cleft lip repair surgery. However, what she encountered post-surgery was an unexpected wave of grief as she mourned the loss of his wide, pre-surgical smile.
Kaylee's story is a powerful reminder that the cleft journey is rarely linear. It's a tapestry woven with threads of acceptance, joy, hope, and even unexpected grief. Her vulnerability and courage offer a beacon of light for parents navigating their own complex emotions, showing that healing is possible even in the midst of sorrow.
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