TW: Baby loss

In this episode of Amy Talks, I speak to Michelle Valiukenas, Founder and Executive Director of the Colette Louise Tisdahl Foundation, who work to help families who are struggling financially with their newborn children in the NICU or who have sadly passed away.

We discuss Michelle's work and the support the charity offers, success stories and why American healthcare is so expensive.

Links mentioned in the show:

• Good News Story (via Good News Network): British Woman Gives Birth After Receiving Transplant Womb from Sister and Pro Bono Surgery at Hospital
• The Colette Louise Tisdahl Foundation website: Home - The Colette Louise Tisdahl Foundation
• Follow the Foundation on Instagram: instagram.com/colettelouisetisdahl

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"Cheery Monday" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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In this episode of Amy Talks, I explore Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), a type of depression that affects many people during the darker months.

I explain common symptoms, my own experience with the condition, and practical strategies to help manage its impact.

Links mentioned in the episode:

• ​Good News Story (via the Good News Network): https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/30-50-of-twins-develop-a-language-exclusive-to-them-during-childhood-but-these-polyglots-never-stopped/
• NHS page on SAD: https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/conditions/seasonal-affective-disorder-sad/overview/

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"Cheery Monday" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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**Please note: there is a loud bang two thirds of the way through the episode, I want to apologise to your eardrums.**

One of the activities I look forward to on a Saturday morning now is taking part in a weekly Parkrun. Listen to the latest episode of Amy Talks to find out why, the benefits for my mental health, what I listen to while run/walking and a lot more.

Links mentioned in the episode:

Good news story (via Good News Network): https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/behold-the-heaviest-pumpkin-in-europe-weighing-as-much-as-a-honda-civic/

Christmas and New Year Parkrun list: https://www.parkrun.org.uk/special-events/

Sign up for a UK Parkrun: https://www.parkrun.org.uk/register/

Volunteer vests explained: a guide: https://blog.parkrun.com/uk/2024/10/21/volunteer-vests-explained-a-guide/

Listen to Matthew Wright on LBC - 7am - 10am Saturday and Sunday via Global Player: https://www.globalplayer.com/live/lbc/uk/

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"Cheery Monday" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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