Listen "Being a First Time Mom in the Thick of a Cleft Lip Diagnosis with Summer Kormushoff"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode of Our Forever Smiles, host Laura Arroyo sits down with Summer Kormushoff for an intimate conversation about the challenges and triumphs of being a first-time mom navigating a cleft lip diagnosis. Summer shares her emotional journey, starting from the moment she learned about her son's condition during a nuchal transparency scan. She opens up about the struggles of the NAM (Nasoalveolar Molding) process, detailing its complexities and the impact it has had on her family life. Through her experiences, Summer emphasizes the importance of education and support for families facing similar challenges. She talks about her commitment to spreading awareness about cleft conditions, hoping to help others feel less alone on their journeys. Their discussion highlights the resilience and love that define the parenting experience, especially in the face of unexpected obstacles. Want to share your story? Email us at [email protected]. Want to be a show sponsor? Email us at [email protected] Follow us @ourforeversmiles on social platforms We know you will have questions! Join our FB Community to discuss the weekly episode and speak directly to our guests. https://www.facebook.com/groups/1081522212884073/ __________________________________________________________________________________ Today's sponsor is sienna dawn media Integrated Marketing Agency sienna dawn media is more than just a marketing agency—they are your partners in progress. Their mission is simple — to alleviate marketing bandwidth, allowing creative business owners to focus on what they set out to do: create. sienna dawn media empowers creatives to thrive without the burden of managing their own social media and marketing campaigns. So, if you're ready to set sail toward new horizons, let sienna dawn media chart the course and steer your business toward success. Visit siennadawnmedia.com.
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