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Camp Watchme was such an unbelievable experience this summer! So many new friends made and so many memories we will cherish forever. Please join me and Brittany Williams, Founder and CEO of Brylan’s Feat Foundation-my partner for life-and mom to Brylan, as we talk about our favorite memories from camp. Plus we share what we … Camp Watchme 2022 Review Read More »

Part 3 is ready to go!! Check out the final episode on DME, insurance claims, and why having a GREAT fitter is so important! Contact Sophie by visiting their website

Part 2 is ready to go!! If you want to contact Sophie check out their website

When you are looking for reliable advice on insurance claims, product selection, and availability it is VITAL to have someone you trust. Sophie will tell you in this episode just how qualified she is…it’s too much for me to list here, lol. Check out part 1 of my series on DME, product selection, and the … Episode 111: Part 1 Durable Medical Equipment (DME), Insurance Claims, and Products with Sophie Long Read More »

I love sharing stories of people THRIVING with lymphedema, you probably know this by now, right?? Lindsey is a gust of fresh air with a contagious personality! Juzo’s Feature episode this month features Lindsey Sosovec–Juzo Champion, Cancer survivor, Secondary Lymphedema patient, and adventure seeker. I know you will enjoy learning more about her and from … Episode 110: Lindsey Sosovec Juzo Champion Read More »

Do you ever wish you had a stylish option to cover up your leg compression? Stemwear is here for you. The creator of Stemwear joins me for this feature episode on her creative solution to boring beige compression that really didn’t fit her personality or style. Stemwear has styles for men and women, as well … Episode 109: fashionable compression cover up Read More »

This will forever be one of my favorite stories to share, for the rest of my life! As a mom I relate so much to the struggles that Tyla has faced, as a CLT I didn’t know how to standby and listen as she shared her struggles. So I invited her to fly half way … Episode 108: mama bear makes a friend Read More »

Women living with Lymphedema have a higher risk of developing genital lymphedema as a result of vaginal childbirth. This postpartum story is for any woman who may be fearful of pregnancy and childbirth due to her lymphedema diagnosis.

Dr. Jenna Wishnew is back to talk about wounds and lymphedema! Last time she joined me on the podcast we talked about how a wound care doctor is different, and it was very informative! Today we are going to talk specifics about wounds, so pop in your ear buds and take notes because this is … Episode 106: When Does a Wound Need A wound Care Doctor? Read More »

Medi USA is back on the podcast with a great interview on product selection. As a CLT it took me a very long time to feel comfortable recommending products, and I still struggle to confidently do so 6 years into this specialty. Jennifer does such a great job explaining 1) Fabric options from Medi USA. … Episode 105: A conversation on product selection Read More »

As April comes to an end so does the series of grief on the spectrum. Thank you to Marshall Lyles for being a wonderful guest! He had a concussion and injured ankle BUT STILL he pushed through and dropped so much wisdom and insight for all of us. As he mentions in the interview, Guest … Episode 104: Patient Grief Read More »

To continue this months series on grief, I want to encourage you to listen to episode 99 featuring Jen Bell. This interview reflects on statements made in episode 99 and overall it is a fantastic resource for anyone in a relationship with someone who has a chronic illness. One comment Marshall made in this interview … Episode 103: Partner/Spouse grief Read More »

Continuing the series on grief this month, listen to this powerful episode for parents! Please like and subscribe to Lymphedema Podcast on the website or on your favorite app! Share this episode with any family you think could benefit from the message.

This episode is dedicated to John Jones, Luann Jacobs, LaTonya Lomax, Michael Birmingham, Carol Rhoden, and the many other patients over the years who have a permanent place in my heart. In October/November when I was preparing to shut the podcast down for the season, I was so burnt out. Life had caught up with … Episode 101: CLT grief Read More »

This is your warning to not play this episode with your in laws or kids around, it’s not *too graphic but unless you want to define vagina for your kids or blush next to your father in law…take my word and listen in your ear-buds or when alone. Trish has 12 years of experience as … episode 100: Trish’ pregnancy journey Read More »

For better or for worse, in sickness and in health, til death do us part…those are the marriage vows most people are familiar with. But what about “for the few days a year I don’t feel overtaken with swelling and depression, in a sickness not many doctors understand and health that isn’t promised to last, … Episode 99: Spouse/Partner Perspective on Lymphedema Read More »

Medical device manufacturer medi® USA announced the launch of the new circaid® profile foam sleeve for lymphedema management at-home. The circaid profile foam sleeve is an alternative or supplement to nighttime and home-care bandaging applications that applies gradient compression to the effected limb or limbs. Engineered with first-use foam for hygenic confidence and brrr® cooling fabric proven to … Episode 98: *new* Circaid Profile Nighttime compression garment Read More »

I hope you enjoyed last weeks interview with Allison on Medical Trauma. As we learned, medical trauma is experienced and perceived differently from person to person. Listen to part 2 to learn: action steps toward helping a child (or adult) who may be suicidal, how parents and caregivers can be affected by medical trauma, and … Episode 97: Pt2 Medical Trauma Read More »

Clinically, Medical trauma is defined as a set of psychological and physiological responses to pain, injury, serious illness, medical procedures and frightening treatment experiences.1 Medical trauma can be viewed as an acute onset of a disrupted physiological system in which the ongoing threat is internal (i.e., the body) and may be long-term or permanent (e.g., … Season 3//Episode 96 Read More »

Last week we left off talking about how it is so hard as a CLT or caregiver NOT to love our patients and have a deep connection with them. Emotional burdens, compassion fatigue, stress, and anxiety that comes from work is SO hard to separate from our personal life, and vice versa. In part 2 … EPisode 95: Part 2 Emotional Wellness Ft. Adie MacKenzie Read More »