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The Day my Husband asked me
“What am I going to do now that you are sick”?


COVID-19 and low platelets
This is a reminder not to become complacent, practice social distancing, and hygiene!


The Holy Grail
Ladies this is a total game changer


Selfless Acts of Kindness
Blood Donors = Our Hero's


Low platelet level does not mean no fun
Do not kill my vibe


Influenza Vaccine and ITP
To get the influenza vaccine or not


We Understand
To my fellow sufferers from an unpredictable condition, now, the world is starting to understand what you have been going through.


To Panic or not to PANIC
Stay Calm they say, stay calm I tell myself, internally the little voice inside my head says PREPARE YOURSELF FOR THE WORST!


WARNING - What not to say to someone with ITP
What not to say to someone suffering from ITP


How do bruises heal?
Your body is always under construction, it grows, it tears, it breaks and during that process generally the body works on repairing itself.


Netflix and Stan
Without TV, it is hard to know when one day ends and another begins


20 Things only people with ITP would understand
20 Things Only People living with Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura Would Relate To


Condoms
Thank you Rituximab for this joyful experience


Hospital Bag Checklist
How to plan for the Unknown


What to expect when your platelets begin to increase
Hallelujah! That is right, I'm on the rise


Checkup Anxiety
How can I calm my anxiety before a doctor's appointment?


“You Don’t Look Sick?” And Other BS ITP Patients Are Sick of Hearing
Look I am not gonna lie, if I did not have ITP I would probably ask some of these questions myself!


Do not let these 4 things control your life
Life is too short for regrets


Panic Attack
Not today panic attack, NOT TO DAY!


Carry On luggage – What to pack!
Your ultimate carry-on luggage essential checklist


Bon Voyage
Can I fly with ITP?


Surviving Winter
Colds, Virus, Flu, Dry skin


Mummy's Sick
When is it a good time to tell your kids that something is wrong?


But you don't look sick
You don't look stupid, but hey.......


Influenza and ITP
What to do if the flu gets you


20 realities of ITP
All I can say is - if you don't laugh you'll cry


How to tell the boss
A brief guide on how to tell the boss you have ITP


What does fatigue feel like
Fatigue is not tired! Fatigue is not lazy! Fatigue is not worthless!


Massage – Bruising Susceptibility
Approached with caution

The period tracker
A handy APP to keep you on track


10 realities of fatigue
All I can say is please don't judge me for what I say and how I am dressed when I am fatigued


ITP and Travel Insurance
How to select travel insurance when you have a pre-existing medical condition


Anxiety it is time for you to stop
Me: “what could possibly go wrong?”
Anxiety: “well, I’m glad you asked”


10 shows to binge watch when your levels are low
the title say's it all really


Soft vs. Hard
what toothbrush should you be using?


Protein Balls
A healthy treat that is super easy to put together


Open Letter
Dear Doctor.......


Living with ITP
One minute you are living your life to the fullest, enjoying each moment without a second thought……and then suddenly you become someone who


Prednisone vs. Body Image
Weight Gain: The Unwanted side effect of prednisone


You said WHAT?
10 things you should avoid saying to someone suffering from ITP


Exercise
When is it safe for an ITP patient to participate in exercise? Let's find out.


Emotional Impact of Chronic Illness
BE WARNED: The emotional side effects of chronic illness can often be a bigger challenge then the physical side effects.


A dog's love
My Guardian Angel


How to support someone who has ITP
Find out the different ways you can help support someone who has been diagnosed with ITP.


Let's talk about SEX
Can ITP affect your sex life? Let's find out.


The great debate
Should you or should you not be drinking alcohol with your condition?


Skincare Routine
How to get rid of dry skin


Over the counter medicine to avoid
some over the counter medicines ITP patients’ need to try and avoid


Thanks Mum
A tribute to my mum whom keeps me strong when I feel weak.


Girl’s ONLY talk
Living with ITP a bleeding disorder and getting through that time of the month.
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