From The Heart: The HeartKids Podcast

My Adult Congenital Heart Disease Diagnosis Journey: Tess' Story

October 29, 2023 HeartKids Season 2 Episode 19
My Adult Congenital Heart Disease Diagnosis Journey: Tess' Story
From The Heart: The HeartKids Podcast
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From The Heart: The HeartKids Podcast
My Adult Congenital Heart Disease Diagnosis Journey: Tess' Story
Oct 29, 2023 Season 2 Episode 19
HeartKids

In this episode of From the Heart, we're joined by Tess Waterhouse who shares her remarkable journey of receiving a diagnosis of Congenital Heart Disease (CHD) at age 23. Tess shares her experience with open-heart surgery for her atrial septal defect (ASD) and reflects on her recovery process, coping strategies, and the crucial support networks that helped her. She offers valuable insights on self-advocacy and a message of hope and guidance for others facing a similar diagnosis.

HEARTKIDS
From The Heart is brought to you by HeartKids, the only national not-for-profit solely focused on supporting and advocating for people affected by congenital and childhood heart disease. For support, information or guidance on your CHD journey, call the HeartKids Helpline on 1800 432 785 or visit the website at https://www.heartkids.org.au

CREDITS
Host: Rachael Knowles
Guest: Tess Waterhouse
Producer:  Becky Oakley

Show Notes

In this episode of From the Heart, we're joined by Tess Waterhouse who shares her remarkable journey of receiving a diagnosis of Congenital Heart Disease (CHD) at age 23. Tess shares her experience with open-heart surgery for her atrial septal defect (ASD) and reflects on her recovery process, coping strategies, and the crucial support networks that helped her. She offers valuable insights on self-advocacy and a message of hope and guidance for others facing a similar diagnosis.

HEARTKIDS
From The Heart is brought to you by HeartKids, the only national not-for-profit solely focused on supporting and advocating for people affected by congenital and childhood heart disease. For support, information or guidance on your CHD journey, call the HeartKids Helpline on 1800 432 785 or visit the website at https://www.heartkids.org.au

CREDITS
Host: Rachael Knowles
Guest: Tess Waterhouse
Producer:  Becky Oakley