Navigating Parenthood with a Congenital Heart Defect During Covid-19: Amelia Woods' Journey

Jun 25, 2024 Ā· 30m 24s
Navigating Parenthood with a Congenital Heart Defect During Covid-19: Amelia Woods' Journey
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What happens when you're expecting a baby with a congenital heart defect during a global pandemic? Join me, Anna Jaworski, as I sit down with Amelia Woods, a courageous heart...

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What happens when you're expecting a baby with a congenital heart defect during a global pandemic? Join me, Anna Jaworski, as I sit down with Amelia Woods, a courageous heart mom who faced this exact challenge. Amelia shares the emotional rollercoaster of managing her son Henderson's dextrotransposition of the great arteries (d-TGA) diagnosis at 25 weeks' gestation. We explore the intricate preparations for Henderson's birth and his crucial surgeries, including the atrial balloon septostomy and the arterial switch procedure, all while navigating the complexities imposed by Covid-19.

Amelia and her husband, Richard, had to master the art of setting boundaries to protect their medically fragile newborn amidst an unprecedented health crisis. Amelia opens up about the isolation they felt and the essential bonding time that these boundaries provided. She candidly discusses the importance of connecting with other heart moms for support, while also maintaining a degree of privacy for Henderson's future. Together, they reveal their strategies for navigating the postpartum period and the significance of familial support during such trying times.

In this heartfelt episode, we also spotlight Amelia's advocacy within the congenital heart defect (CHD) community. By writing a book, "The Boy Born Brave," Amelia is a beacon of resilience and activism. We delve into actionable steps you can take to raise awareness and support the CHD community, including nonprofit fundraisers and heart walks. Tune in to learn how combining unique talents can drive nonprofit success and how you, too, can make a difference in the lives of children with CHD.

Information Mentioned in the Episode:

Amelia's website: https://heartlikeamother.comĀ 
Amelia's shop: @heartlikeamother.shop
Amelia on Instagram: @heartlikeamother

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