Tiny Little Hearts Podcast
This podcast is about Congenital Heart Disease (CHD), complex medical journeys, parenting through uncertainty and the deep resilience of walking through big life changes.
Hosted by Katelyn McMahan, a mom to three girls whose life was changed in an instant when she found out her youngest daughter had complex cardiac abnormalities. She went searching to hear about kids with a similar diagnosis and wanted to see the life they were living. She didn’t want the curated, polished stories so she could prepare her heart for the good, bad and ugly.
This podcast does just that and highlights conversations from individuals, parents, medical providers, and others navigating the very real and overwhelming world of congenital heart defects and other medical complexities. You’ll hear honest conversations, practical advice and space to feel seen and understood.
Tiny Little Hearts Podcast
18: Meadow and Her Four-Leaf Clover Heart
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In this episode, host Katelyn McMahan welcomes Sarah Boes to celebrate the release of Sarah's children's book, 'Meadow and Her Four Leaf Clover Heart' launching February 8th, 2026. Together, they explore how the right story at the right time can truly change everything for a child navigating life with a congenital heart defect. Sarah opens up about the inspiration behind her book and the special meaning of the four leaf clover—a symbol of hope and uniqueness that mirrors the journey of children with CHD. Their conversation illuminates how positive, empowering narratives can help our little ones see their hearts not as something broken, but as something extraordinary. They also share the deep impact that community, connection, and advocacy have had in the CHD world, reminding us that no family has to walk this path alone. Sarah shares about a new coalition that has formed called Every 100th Heart.
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