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When your child is unwell, often it's the only thing you can focus on or think about. But what happens if you start to notice you are struggling?
Kimberley opens up on the recovery she has had to navigate since bringing her daughter home from surgery. This story is about parent's mental health, self-care, and learning how to reach out for help when you need it. Kimberley also talks us through what it's like receiving a new diagnosis and taking your child in for surgery.
HEARTKIDS
From The Heart is brought to you by HeartKids, the only national not-for-profit solely focused on supporting and advocating for people affected by congenital and childhood heart disease. For support, information or guidance on your CHD journey, call the HeartKids Helpline on 1800 432 785 or visit the website at https://www.heartkids.org.au
LINKS
Watch Kimberley's video: https://youtu.be/oRnfl7PH2Jk
Navigating a New Diagnosis (Fact Sheet): https://hkheartkids.blob.core.windows.net/assets/pages/07HKFNewDiagnosis31.5.21.pdf
Listen to Rachael's story: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1900105/10031016-the-grief-at-the-heart-of-it-rachael-knowles-story
CREDITS
Host: Rachael Knowles
Guest: Kimberley Cepon
Producer: Isobel Pritchard-Davies