Once Upon A Gene
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As a new parent of a child with a rare genetic syndrome, I was lost. There was no guide. There was no rulebook. This was not what I had imagined. As I navigated my way through this new reality, I realized something that should have been simple, but was not. A truth that had always been there, but that I had lost sight of for a time - I am not alone. And neither are you. These are the stories of my family, and of families like ours. These are the stories of how we have persevered, cried, bonded, and grown. These are the stories of children who have been told that they cannot, and that have proved the world wrong.
Autor: Effie Parks
Duración Total:
160 hr 13 min
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Finding Joy in the Journey: A Guide for Parents of Medically Complex Kids with Amber Pierson & Chelsea Kuhn
Discount Code for 20% off: ONCEUPONAGENE Chelsea and Amber of Lemon Cake—two fellow rare moms on a mission—pop in to remind you that even when seizures, meltdowns, and endless therapies feel like they’re winning, there’s still room for belly laughs, tiny victories, and yes, a slice of cake. I had so much fun chatting with these bright lights as they shared how a spontaneous Instagram Live turned into a lifeline for parents of medically complex kids. They unpacked those “garage-floor” prayers, served up bite-sized self-care hacks and showed us how to keep carving out joy in the thick of it. Their brand-new 57-page e-book, "Finding Joy in the Journey", is bursting with real-life stories, practical worksheets (including a simple medical binder template), and reminders that you’re never alone. Grab your copy at makinglemoncake.com and use code ONCEUPONAGENE for 20 % off—because we all deserve a little extra sweetness in our …
Publicado: 5 de junio de 2025 | Duración: 42 min
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Finding Joy in the Journey: A Guide for Parents of Medically Complex Kids with Amber Pierson & Chelsea Kuhn
05 Jun, 2025Discount Code for 20% off: ONCEUPONAGENE Chelsea and Amber of Lemon Cake—two fellow rare moms on a mission—pop in to remind you that even when seizures, meltdowns, and endless therapies feel like they’re winning, there’s still room for belly laughs, …
Duración: 42 minFrom Beast Games Champ to Rare Disease Warrior: Jeff Allen’s 365-Mile Ruck for His Son’s Creatine Transporter Deficiency
15 May, 2025In this episode, Jeffrey Allen, a passionate advocate for rare disease awareness and a dedicated father to Lucas, who has creatine transporter deficiency. (CTD is also referred to as SLC6A8 Deficiency, CRTR, and X-linked Creatine Transporter Deficiency.Mutations in the SLC6A8 …
Duración: 33 minGeneDx Launches Cerebral Palsy Genetic Testing Pillar & Discover Snapshot: For Deeper Insights and to Help You Grow Your Patient Community – with Gay Grossman
01 May, 2025In this episode of Once Upon a Gene, I’m joined again by rare mom and powerhouse advocate Gay Grossman. Gay works at GeneDx—home to one of the largest clinical genomic databases—and she’s here to share two exciting updates that could …
Duración: 32 minEmpowered Kids - Painless Labs :O'Ryan Health’s At‑Home Blood‑Draw Revolution with Tim Coleman
18 Abr, 2025Turning Kids into Superheroes of Science with O’Ryan Health The world of pediatric autoimmune and rare diseases can feel isolating—especially when answers live behind hospital walls or research centers far from home. But what if science came to you? What …
Duración: 34 minNavigating the Complexities of Grief: How One Mother’s Grief Birthed a Supportive Community with, Heather Straughter.
27 Mar, 2025In this heartfelt conversation, Heather Straughter shares her profound journey through grief after the loss of her son, Jake. She discusses the pivotal moments that shaped her path, the importance of community support, and the ongoing nature of grief. Heather …
Duración: 53 minReimagining Pediatric Healthcare: How Imagine Pediatrics is Revolutionizing In-Home Medical Care for Medically Complex Kids and Lightening the Load for Families - Taylor Beery and Jody Copp
20 Mar, 2025Reimagining Pediatric Care with Imagine Pediatrics For families of medically complex kids, the healthcare system often feels broken—long hospital stays, insurance battles for basic needs, and constant caregiving without real support. But what if there was a better way? In …
Duración: 44 minHow a Service Dog Helped a Child with CACNA1C-Related Disorder (Timothy Syndrome) Gain Independence – with Sue Bresnahan
06 Mar, 2025Service dogs are often associated with guiding the blind or assisting with mobility, but their impact goes far beyond traditional roles. In this episode, I’m joined by Sue Bresnahan, a pediatric nurse and rare mom, whose son has CACNA1C-related disorder …
Duración: 32 minUnlocking Rare Disease Diagnoses with PacBio’s Long-Read Sequencing – A Conversation with CEO Christian Henry
27 Feb, 2025I’m joined by Christian Henry, CEO of PacBio, a company leading the way in high-accuracy long-read sequencing. We break down what that means in simple terms, how this technology is helping families solve their diagnostic odyssey, and why some genetic …
Duración: 33 minPrioritizing Caregiver Health: Gut Health, Stress, and Sustainable Wellness for Parents of Kids with Disabilities – with Integrative Health Practitioner & CTNNB1 Mom, Fraser Bridgeman
20 Feb, 2025As caregivers, we give everything to our kids—but where does that leave us? Burnt out, exhausted, and running on fumes. If you’ve ever felt like you don’t even know where to start when it comes to your own health, this …
Duración: 45 minBreaking the Silence: Growing Up with Sickle Cell, Facing Pain, and Finding Strength Through Advocacy with James Griffin
30 Ene, 2025In this powerful episode of Once Upon a Gene, I sit down with James Griffin, author of Breaking Silence: Living With Sickle Cell Anemia. Diagnosed at just two years old, James spent much of his life keeping his condition a …
Duración: 33 min
