Candid Hearts: Conversations and CHD
Candid Hearts: Conversations and CHD is a podcast hosted by Amy Erhart and Meagan Houpt, both born with a congenital heart defect known as Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS).
Through candid conversations, we share our personal journeys and amplify the voices of others living with congenital heart disease—patients, caregivers, spouses, and advocates alike. Each episode is rooted in honesty, education, and connection, exploring both the challenges and the triumphs of life with CHD.
Our mission is to raise awareness, provide education, and offer hope for the future of the CHD community. Whether you are living with CHD, loving someone who is, or simply looking to learn more, this space is for you.
We invite you to join us as we open our hearts and share real stories that matter.
Welcome to Candid Hearts: Conversations and CHD.
Candid Hearts: Conversations and CHD
The Murmur Mill: CHD Patients Can’t Have ‘Normal’ Lives
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In today’s Murmur Mill, we talk about the idea of living “normal” lives. While we’re fully aware that we have heart defects, we also know they don’t define who we are. The belief that people with CHD can’t live full, fulfilling lives is just that—a misconception. Many of us are thriving and living abundant lives. That doesn’t mean we don’t need support from time to time, but we’re not nearly as fragile as some people assume. Join us as we walk through this concept.
If you or someone you know would like to be part of the podcast you can message both Meagan and Amy at: candidhearts25@gmail,com
Find our journey’s on Facebook:
My HLHS Diary- Amy Erhart Cunningham
My HLHS Story- Meagan Houpt