Simple truth: It's hard for us rare-disease moms to get a break from caregiving. So we have to take some time upfront to PLAN a little time out. Here's my list of ten tips to plan for a caregiving break.
With so much important information coming at us and all the paperwork that rare disease brings, it's essential that we have an organization system in place to help!
Rare Mamas are time-starved but we can still find small breaks in the day to rest our mind and bodies. Here are fifteen 15-minute ideas to help you reset.
Hi, I’m Nikki, a rare disease mom just like you. When my son Miles was diagnosed with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA), a rare neuromuscular disorder, at just eighteen months old, everything changed. I was suddenly thrust into the world of rare disease parenting, caregiving, and advocacy. That’s why I created Rare Mamas®—a supportive space for rare moms and rare mothers raising children with rare diseases and rare disorders. Whether you’re newly diagnosed or years into the journey, I want to help you navigate this path with bold courage, fearless faith, and unrelenting hope. Let’s awaken the inner fighter within, build community, and rise together!