Summer on Our Own Terms
Summer doesn't have to look perfect to be meaningful. Ronda shares her family's journey from dreading summer to embracing it, along with six practical strategies that helped them create joyful memories while navigating life with a rare disease.
When Even the Easy Things Are Hard: The Invisible Load of Parenting a Rare Child
Even routine things like a TB test aren’t simple when your child lives with a rare disease. In this full circle story, a mom reflects on how even joyful milestones come with invisible struggles—and why it’s time to talk about them.
Exhausted and Overwhelmed: My Take on Caregiver Burnout as a Therapist and a Mom
Caregiver burnout is real—and relentless. A parent coach and mom, Ronda Thorington opens up about exhaustion, recovery, and finding your strength again.
Finding Purpose After Crisis
Struggling to find purpose after a caregiving crisis? Discover how to move beyond survival mode with gentle steps toward clarity, connection, and healing.
Curtain Calls and Cavities
A Journey of Joy, Grief, and Resilience in Parenting a Child with a Rare Disease
Having a Child with a Rare Disease Makes Me a Better Parent
Parenting a child with a rare disease is challenging—but it’s also transformed how I show up as a mom. Here’s what it taught me about resilience and love.
When Plans Fall Apart: Finding Joy While Parenting a Medically Complex Child
Parenting a medically complex child rarely goes as planned. Discover how to find joy and presence, even when life takes unexpected turns.
Is This Really My Life? Parenting Through the Unexpected – Navigating the Emotional Rollercoaster of a Rare Disease Diagnosis
Facing a rare disease diagnosis for your child is life-changing. Learn how to cope with the grief, confusion, and stress—and how to rebuild with strength.