Today was my first day in the office (since having started my job in September!) and I decided to take … More
Tag: understanding
Carefree or cautious, looking out for each other is the key to life after lockdown
It’s a very strange world we live in right now, and one thing that’s becoming clear is that we’re all … More
Health awareness raising – using our voices wisely
Raising awareness of chronic conditions is vital and social media has hugely increased the reach these messages can have. But … More
Being “that” parent, or “that” patient – why reputation shouldn’t trump resolve
The start of a new academic year is always a bit weird. Every parent I speak to has concerns for … More
“Is it kind? Is it helpful? Is it funny?” 3 questions for reflection for kids (and adults)
We’re currently trying to help our six-year old Small understand when something is a joke, and when it’s not. It’s … More
Coeliac disease and summer food – 8 ways to make BBQs, buffets and picnics less stressful
I adore summer – sunshine on my face, beautiful gardens, strawberries-that-taste-like strawberries-should… and, until a couple of years ago, summer … More
I need to stop worrying about ‘letting people down’!
We have this silly phrase in my family that we use when one of us makes a minor mistake or … More
Giving a damn again when you’ve given up
Like lots of people who live with chronic illness, I fluctuate between dogged determination to be as well as I … More
Cancelling plans – no more excuses!
For most of my adult life, I’ve been quite a sociable person. The thought of empty diary days used to … More
The Chronic Parent 