Episode 111
Rajinder shares her affecting journey as a parent of a child with CKD, starting from a complicated pregnancy to challenges of parenting a son with failing kidneys. This episode sheds light on the importance of support and understanding in these areas, as well as the resilience of Rajinder and her son Milo.
Episode 131
Dee sits down with Rachel, a true example of strength and resilience in the face of chronic kidney disease (CKD). Diagnosed as a child, Rachel’s story spans decades: from routine check-ups in her youth to navigating the complexities of motherhood with CKD, dialysis, and ultimately receiving a life-saving kidney transplant from her mother.
Episode 130
In this episode, Dee is joined for the third time by the brilliant Professor Ibi for a deep dive into haemodialysis. Together they unpack how haemodialysis works, the reasoning behind the way dialysis sessions are structured, and what happens when treatments are missed or cut short. You’ll also hear practical tips on managing the physical impact of dialysis, dietary considerations, and the realities –both good and challenging – of life on haemodialysis.
Episode 129
Ahead of World Kidney Day on 13 March, Dee sits down with Benjamin, whose kidney disease journey started on a family visit to Barbados in 2020, when he discovered he had dangerously high blood pressure. Benjamin shares the emotional and physical challenges of navigating kidney disease, and discusses how his faith and the support of loved ones carried him from dialysis to receiving a kidney transplant.
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