HIGHS AND LOWS OF THE WEEK: Facing Surgery, Grieving Possibilities, Choosing Hope
A surgeon finally gives clear answers, a timeline, and empathy, bringing relief and a hard truth about a year of recovery. We sit with fear, the loss of fertility, the grind of admin, and the joy that still breaks through, from book obsessions to band practice.• surgeon’s plan, recovery timeline, and real empathy• acknowledging medical neglect and its impact• facing mortality admin, wills, and life insurance• fertility loss, contrast with an ex’s new baby• naming fear and accepting help from others• tests booked, key worker assigned, forward movement• reshaping recovery as learning and gentle planning• audiobook strategies and book recommendations• slapstick radiator disaster and boiler lessons• reclaiming bedroom space, leaning on friends, and small rituals• growing capacity in music and movement after burnout• gratitude as a practice alongside fear and uncertaintySisters in chaos.Support the showFurther TW: This podcast references at times: alcohol abuse, depression, mood disorders, medical emergency, miscarriage, traffic accidents, grief and loss, teen pregnancy, anxiety, abuse, PDA, low self esteem, and anti-depressant medications, disordered eating, hoarding... All music written and produced by Ash Doc Horror Lerczak.Artwork by GenFor more information about us, our podcast and our ADHD MUMS community, visit OUR WEBSITE. To make a small donation towards our podcasting expenses, visit our BUY ME A COFFEE we are eternally gratefulllllll!!!PLEASE like and subscribe, and if you enjoyed the show, leave us a review. Let's get ADHD MUMS up the pod charts and raise awareness when we all need it most! See you next Wednesday! xxx
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