Summer Camp Success: Time with Fellow Warriors Fosters Independence
I am a believer in the benefits of summer camp — hemophilia camp to be specific. Children with bleeding…
Articles by Cazandra Campos-MacDonald
With a New Treatment, It’s Time to Reorganize Our Routines
When my youngest son needed daily infusions, keeping up with factor and supplies was not difficult. There was never any…
Recognizing the Signs of Depression During Mental Health Month
May is a busy month — with end of school year parties and graduations, the time flies as summer begins.
This Graduation Season, Take Stock of Your Achievements
The month of May can be an emotional roller coaster for many. Social media fills up with parents bragging…
New Treatments Mean Summer Camps Can Focus on Fun
Summer is upon us. Our kids have big plans: sleeping in, watching television, playing video games, sleepovers, vacations, and summer…
This Mother’s Day, I Give Thanks for My Family’s Health
Mother’s Day is this Sunday. The day dedicated to honoring mothers began in the early 1900s. It’s a special…
Taking Time to Reflect on Stories of Courage
I find myself stranded today. I had traveled from Texas to Denver for a week of classes before jetting…
The Throat Swab that Proved Waning Tolerance
My youngest son Caeleb suffers from seasonal allergies. He gets severe headaches, congestion, a runny nose, watery eyes — it’s…
My Son’s Beads of Courage Made a Difference in Our Lives
The other day, I ran across a tiny, plastic bag that contained a blue bead representing a clinic…
My Son Learns Why It’s Critical to Rely on Others
My adult son is 22 and living at home. He will be moving to a neighboring city next…