Navigating Life with Chronic Illness: Holly's Journey

Imagine living with a chronic illness that affects your ability to eat and enjoy food. Holly, the host of 'The Cook Who Can't Eat' podcast, knows this all too well as she shares her journey navigating gastroparesis and paralysis of her intestines. Despite her health challenges, Holly remains positive and inspiring to others facing similar struggles.

Join us as we explore Holly's life in a blended family, discussing the legal and practical implications of parenting teens and young adults. Holly also shares her essential Spoonie toolkit, filled with tools and resources that help her manage her chronic illness and disability. From a drafting chair with wheels for cooking to a catch-all bag for bedside items, Holly emphasizes the importance of self-compassion and finding support to make living with a chronic illness a little bit easier.

Don't miss this episode with Holly as she opens up about the loneliness and difficulty of living with a chronic illness. Her strength and resilience are truly inspiring, and her story serves as a reminder that there are people out there who can provide support and understanding. Tune in to this heartfelt conversation and discover how Holly's journey can offer hope and encouragement to those facing their own health challenges.

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