94: Family + Friends | How to Stay Close When You Feel Worlds Apart w/ Chelsea Denham

When receiving a diagnosis for your child—or dealing with medical complications—it can feel like you’re suddenly thrust into a separate world than your family and friends. And this can be super distressing and disorienting at a time you need them most. In this episode, Chelsea shares how her relationship with her family and friends has been impacted by the different life she leads with her disabled sons. We chat about the isolation we feel in knowing our friends and families have no idea what we go through. We also talk about ways we can try to be just a little more vulnerable with them and how to tell our family and friends what kind of support we want and need. Links: A huge thank you to our generous sponsor Moog Medical! Access Moog’s 24/7 live support for current users of their products like the Infinity Pump. Follow Chelsea on Instagram. Follow me on Instagram. Follow the Facebook page. Join the Facebook group Parents of Children with Rare Conditions. Donate to the podcast via Buy Me a Coffee. Check out our appointment day merch. Check out our affiliate BetterHelp for online licensed therapy.