HemoWife – a Column by Alliah Czarielle

April 22, 2019April 18, 2019

The Truths About Being a Carer

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When I’m browsing online, I often see posts dedicated to carers of people with disabilities, calling them “unsung heroes” for sacrificing time and convenience for their loved ones’ well-being. ... Read more

April 15, 2019April 12, 2019

My First Infusion Experience

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Last weekend, I had an experience I had long dreamed about. This experience had been on my list of “things to achieve” for several years since I met my ... Read more

April 8, 2019April 5, 2019

This Is What I Ask of You

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Dear Chronically Ill Partner, I know life isn’t always easy for you. You have grown up believing life dealt you a terrible deck of cards. You’re no stranger to ... Read more

March 25, 2019March 21, 2019

Our Parenting Essentials as a Couple with Disabilities

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Baby Cittie turned 2 months old on March 18. It’s been a whirlwind couple of months filled with sleepless nights and endless smiles. Cittie is thriving; she’s doubled her ... Read more

March 4, 2019March 1, 2019

As a New Mom, I Want Only the Best for My Daughter’s Health

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Baby Cittie turned a month old on Feb. 18. I’ve noticed that her leg has sported a largish gray spot resembling a bruise since birth. Although it has faded, ... Read more

February 18, 2019February 15, 2019

At Times, Letting Go of Perfection Is the Perfect Decision

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All of the items I own are covered with breast milk; it’s on my clothes, bedsheets, even my phone. Its subtle sweetness occasionally attracts ants in the same way ... Read more

February 11, 2019February 8, 2019

To My Husband, the Father of My Daughter

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To the father of my daughter, Thank you for being present from the very beginning of my pregnancy — when those two lines first appeared, and you told me ... Read more

January 28, 2019January 25, 2019

I’m a Mommy Now: Reflections on New Parenthood

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On Friday, Jan. 18, my husband Jared and I finally had our baby girl. We named her Melanie Citrine. Labor was perhaps the most physically challenging thing I’ve ever ... Read more

January 14, 2019January 10, 2019

Dear Person with Disability: Money Matters, but Not Always

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Dear (young) person with disability, I hear you. You’re having a tough time with money. Maybe you’re having difficulty finding a job. You probably have the qualifications — you ... Read more

January 7, 2019January 3, 2019

Keeping It Real and Staying Inspired

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The Philippines was in an extra festive mood over the Christmas season. Alongside the holiday parties, we were celebrating our country’s Miss Universe contender, Catriona Gray, who took home ... Read more

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