Posts Tagged ‘Parents and Caregivers’
How I Endured Sickle Cell Pregnancy on Bed Rest
Paula is a new mom who has sickle cell that is sharing her experience with everyone. I hope this helps all the new moms and moms-to-be out there.
Read MoreSickle Cell and Social Security Benefits
Understanding the social security system is crucial to getting your benefits. Hear some tips on how to get approved based on info from the social security administration.
Read MoreSigns of Sickle Cell Pain in Babies
How can you tell if your baby is having sickle cell pain or a crisis? SCW breaks down the 13 signs…
Read MoreI Am the Incredible Hulk!
With Sickle Cell, sometimes you can easily get discouraged. Tamera expounds on her Warrior journey from weakness to strength
Read MoreMeet Tarsha: Mom, Wife, Warrior
Tarsha is a lovely mother, with a strong faith, determination, and indomitable spirit. Read her story here.
Read MoreMeet Brandin: Behavior Specialist, Father, Mentor, Warrior
Brandin is an amazing, dedicated, and focused young man who has managed to zero in on his purpose in life.
Read MoreThe Pros and Cons of a Port-a-Cath
After 5,489 needlesticks and IV starts, you have finally made a decision to get a Port-a-Cath. Here’s the 4-1-1 from other warriors like you.
Read MoreMaking the Team
Tamara details the importance of screening all members of your healthcare team— especially your doctors. Tryouts and Probation is mandatory, not optional.
Read MoreCoping Strategy: Writing
Tamara gives us the best coping strategy for a Warrior, parent, or caregiver dealing with a chronic medical condition. Write it down!!
Read MoreFrom the Heart of a Warriors’ Caregiver
Tamara is an independent, strong, beautiful woman who is head over heels and happily married to her own true Sickle cell warrior. Read about her journey from a wide-eyed novice to his staunchest advocate and expert at the bedside.
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