Seeing Isn’t Always Believing: The Challenges of Driving With an Invisible Illness
My youngest son, Caeleb, is embarking on a new adventure and studying for his driver’s test. Once he earns his…
Articles by Cazandra Campos-MacDonald
Managing Hemophilia Care as a Young Adult Is a Continual Process
Several things often happen when a woman becomes a mother. The switch of motherly intuition flips on, and many…
Treatment Is Life-changing and Stories of the Past Ground Us
I received an email from an old friend. She remembers when my youngest son, Caeleb, was in and out of…
Finding Time for Self-care When Caregiving and Parenting Collide
Are caregiving and parenting the same? Caregiving is the activity or profession of taking care of one who is…
Fighting for Relationships When Hemophilia Takes Center Stage
There was a time when hemophilia ruled my family’s every waking moment. My husband and I set out to…
Focusing on the Possibilities: Applying for a Summer Job Teaches a Lesson
My 15-year-old son, Caeleb, is looking for a summer job. We live in a small town, so his choices are…
My Son’s Ability to Think Ahead Is a Sign of Independence
Sometimes a person must learn a lesson the hard way before making changes in their life. My youngest son,…
Love Outweighs the Difficulties of Parenting Sons Who Have Hemophilia
People are required to earn a certification or license for numerous activities. To drive a vehicle, a person must…
When We Speak Up for Ourselves, We’re Also Advocating for Others
Doctors, nurses, hospitals, and clinics are simply part of life with a rare, chronic condition such as hemophilia. Many people…
I Am Grateful to Have Forgotten an Important Phone Number
Before cellphones, memorizing phone numbers was a necessity. Racing home to make a phone call on the landline was how…