All Episodes

February 20, 2024 54 mins
Have you ever wondered how the strength of the human spirit can triumph over medical challenges? Our latest episode offers a profound insight into the lives of those who've navigated the complexities of congenital heart defects (CHD) from infancy to adulthood. Our heart-felt panel, including Michelle De Roe, Paula Miller, and Diane Pucci, alongside hosts Nicholle Bilodeau, and Ayrton Beatty, share their personal narratives that will leave you inspired by their resilience and determination. The last segment includes insights from producer and heart mom Anna Jaworski.
Embark on a journey through the evolving landscape of medical treatments and patient advice that has shaped the CHD community over the years. Our guests open up about the intricacies of their conditions, from truncus arteriosus to tetralogy of Fallot, and the unexpected ways these heart defects have influenced their career paths and personal growth. The courage to pursue dreams, the joy in advocating for others, and the unexpected twists along the way - these stories are not just about survival, but about thriving despite the odds.
This episode is more than just an exchange of experiences; it's a celebration of the indomitable spirit found within the heart survivor community. We touch on the power of parenting, the importance of self-advocacy, and the incredible progress in medical understanding. This episode is a testament to the shared bravery among patients, parents, and the medical teams who stand with them in the ongoing battle against CHD. Tune in to feel the heartbeat of a community united by challenges but defined by hope and perseverance.

If you'd like to be a Patron or join our group of volunteers, check out our website: https://www.heartsunitetheglobe.com

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-chc-podcast--5779157/support.
Mark as Played

Advertise With Us

Popular Podcasts

Dateline NBC
The Nikki Glaser Podcast

The Nikki Glaser Podcast

Every week comedian and infamous roaster Nikki Glaser provides a fun, fast-paced, and brutally honest look into current pop-culture and her own personal life.

Stuff You Should Know

Stuff You Should Know

If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.

Music, radio and podcasts, all free. Listen online or download the iHeart App.

Connect

© 2024 iHeartMedia, Inc.