Episode 131: From Childhood Check-Ups to Transplant Triumph: Rachel's Kidney Journey

In this deeply moving episode of Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast, host Dee sits down with the incredible Rachel, a true example of strength and resilience in the face of Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD). Diagnosed as a child, Rachel’s story spans decades — from routine check-ups in her youth to navigating the complexities of motherhood with CKD, dialysis, and ultimately receiving a life-saving kidney transplant from her mother.

 

With warmth and honesty, Rachel reflects on the early signs of CKD, the emotional and physical challenges of pregnancy with kidney disease, and the toll dialysis took on her young family. Through it all, her determination to stay strong for her children and her unshakeable hope carried her forward.

 

This episode is not just about survival — it’s about the importance of support, the power of informed choices, and the life-changing gift of organ donation. Rachel’s story will leave you inspired and uplifted.

 

Whether you’re a patient, carer, or healthcare professional, this conversation offers vital insights, encouragement, and a powerful message of perseverance and gratitude.

 

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