Hey Y'all!

I was born with a rare genetic condition, survived childhood cancer, and have been navigating complex medical issues ever since. From hemihypertrophy to alopecia, Eagle’s Syndrome to hearing loss, my health has been a wild ride from day one. But it wasn’t until I became an adult, moving around the country as a military spouse, that I realized just how hard it is to be believed—especially when you’re the one doing the advocating.

After years of being dismissed, questioned, and forced to re-explain my rare diagnoses to new care teams with every move, I had to learn how to advocate for myself—clearly, confidently, and calmly. Then, when my daughter was diagnosed with autism, I had to relearn everything from the lens of a caregiver. I started tracking symptoms, documenting dismissive moments, and creating scripts and templates that helped me walk into appointments with receipts and resilience.

Now, I use my lived experience to help others advocate for themselves, because no one should have to figure this out alone. It’s not medical advice. It’s a guide to help you feel less alone, more prepared, and better equipped to communicate when the system tries to silence you. Because your voice matters and you deserve to be heard.