Crystal’s story is one of resilience, faith, and hope. After her daughter Natalie was diagnosed with hydrocephalus, additional challenges followed: cerebral palsy, epilepsy, and autism. In this episode, Crystal opens up about walking through the valley of the shadow of death, leaning on her faith, and finding strength as a parent in the most difficult circumstances. We discuss how she and her family faced the fear of having another child, the importance of hope, and what it means to step back and allow our children to struggle in order to discover what they are truly capable of. 

Relevant resources:

Hydrocephalus in Pregnancy Article: https://www.hydroassoc.org/hydrocephalus-in-pregnancy/

Shunt Systems Article: https://www.hydroassoc.org/shunt-systems/

What to Expect with Hydrocephalus Shunt Surgery Article: https://www.hydroassoc.org/hydrocephalus-shunt-surgery/

Shunt Malfunction FAQs Article: https://www.hydroassoc.org/shunt-malfunctions-frequently-asked-questions/

Complications of Shunt System Article: https://www.hydroassoc.org/complications-of-shunt-systems/

Epilepsy and Hydrocephalus Article: https://www.hydroassoc.org/epilepsy-and-hydrocephalus/

Easily Explain Hydrocephalus to a Child with Confidence Article: https://www.hydroassoc.org/how-to-explain-hydrocephalus-to-a-child/

Caring for the Caregiver Article: https://www.hydroassoc.org/caring-for-the-caregiver/

Search HA's Hydrocephalus Resource Library: https://www.hydroassoc.org/hydrocephalus-library/

Parent Resources: https://www.hydroassoc.org/parent-hydrocephalus-resources/

Get Support: https://www.hydroassoc.org/get-support/

WALK to End Hydrocephalus: https://www.hydroassoc.org/find-a-walk-near-you/

Learn more about hydrocephalus: https://www.hydroassoc.org
Request a Hydro Hero shoutout on the show: https://bit.ly/hydroheroform

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