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Remarkable: Life with Rett Syndrome

Remarkable: Life with Rett Syndrome

By Tracey Hoyng

A podcast about the families all over the world who love someone with Rett Syndrome.

"One day you will tell your story of how you've overcome what you're going through now, and it will become part of someone else's survival guide"

Rett Syndrome is a rare genetic disorder with no current cure. As a parent of a daughter with Rett Syndrome, I wanted to talk to other parents to hear their stories and also give the newly diagnosed a positive and encouraging place to find comfort.

Check back towards October ,which is Rett Syndrome Awareness Month each year.
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Kati Gray & Kendall (USA) – Creating Joy

Remarkable: Life with Rett SyndromeOct 28, 2019

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Kati Gray & Kendall (USA) – Creating Joy

Kati Gray & Kendall (USA) – Creating Joy

Kati's daughter Kendall is 4 and is living with Rett Syndrome.  This was my first talk with another Rett Syndrome family for the Remarkable podcast and I knew that I was about to learn so much from the other families with the same diagnosis as we have.  It's my joy to introduce you to their family today.  To find out more about this episode and links to the topics we discussed, please visit teamjovie.com/podcast. GET IN TOUCH! Let me know what you think about the Remarkable podcast and these amazing Rett Syndrome families.  FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/remarkablepodcast INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/remarkablepodcast Thanks so much for listening,  Tracey  teamjovie.com
Oct 28, 201949:53
Caroline Dempster-Fitzpatrick & Charlotte (AUS) – Parenting, Divorce & Rett (Part 2)

Caroline Dempster-Fitzpatrick & Charlotte (AUS) – Parenting, Divorce & Rett (Part 2)

This is Part 2 of my talk with Caroline.  I know it took alot of courage to say what Caroline has said - but we know that there are other families out there going through the same challenges and the advice and encouragement from Caroline is so powerful.  Thank you again to Caroline for sharing your story.  To find out more about this episode and links to the topics we discussed, please visit teamjovie.com/podcast. GET IN TOUCH! Let me know what you think about the Remarkable podcast and these amazing Rett Syndrome families.  FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/remarkablepodcast INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/remarkablepodcast Thanks so much for listening,  Tracey  teamjovie.com
Oct 24, 201937:38
Caroline Dempster-Fitzpatrick & Charlotte (AUS) – Parenting, Divorce & Rett (Part 1)

Caroline Dempster-Fitzpatrick & Charlotte (AUS) – Parenting, Divorce & Rett (Part 1)

Caroline and I have actually known each other for a few years but this was the time first we sat down to talk about how Rett Syndrome has effected her daughter Charlotte and how her divorce has changed their family dynamics.  This is Part 1 of our talk - I didn't want to edit out anything as we both felt that someone in the same position as Caroline would benefit from hearing what she had to say.  To find out more about this episode and links to the topics we discussed, please visit teamjovie.com/podcast. GET IN TOUCH! Let me know what you think about the Remarkable podcast and these amazing Rett Syndrome families.  FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/remarkablepodcast INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/remarkablepodcast Thanks so much for listening,  Tracey  teamjovie.com
Oct 24, 201901:19:03
Jodi Amiri & Avery (USA) – Rollercoasters & Rett

Jodi Amiri & Avery (USA) – Rollercoasters & Rett

Jodi's 7 year old daughter Avery has Rett Syndrome, but that was not her first diagnosis.  After talking with many families, it was apparent that alot of us experience receiving an Autism diagnosis before we reach the correct diagnosis of Rett. I loved hearing about how funny and fun Avery is and I loved hearing about what inspires Jodi to do more for Avery despite Rett Syndrome.  To find out more about this episode and links to the topics we discussed, please visit teamjovie.com/podcast. GET IN TOUCH! Let me know what you think about the Remarkable podcast and these amazing Rett Syndrome families.  FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/remarkablepodcast INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/remarkablepodcast Thanks so much for listening,  Tracey  teamjovie.com
Oct 21, 201959:54
Cora Foster & Olivia and Charlotte (USA) – Twinning with Rett Syndrome

Cora Foster & Olivia and Charlotte (USA) – Twinning with Rett Syndrome

Cora's 4 year old twins Charlie and Olivia both have Rett Syndrome.  Cora keeps an amazing account of their Rett Syndrome journey on their Instagram and it was great to sit down and have a talk about how Rett effects both girls. We also talked a bit about mental health and mindset, and how the girls are with their new baby sister Madeline.  To find out more about this episode and links to the topics we discussed, please visit teamjovie.com/podcast. GET IN TOUCH! Let me know what you think about the Remarkable podcast and these amazing Rett Syndrome families.  FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/remarkablepodcast INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/remarkablepodcast Thanks so much for listening,  Tracey  teamjovie.com
Oct 17, 201951:18
Jo Huxley & Megan (AUS) – Life With A Late Diagnosis

Jo Huxley & Megan (AUS) – Life With A Late Diagnosis

Jo's Rett Syndrome story is a little different to what we're typically used to hearing - her daughter Megan is currently 15 and wasn't diagnosed until she was 12, just 3 years ago.  We had a great talk about how a later diagnosis of Rett Syndrome has effected them, and how Megan is doing today.  To find out more about this episode and links to the topics we discussed, please visit teamjovie.com/podcast. GET IN TOUCH! Let me know what you think about the Remarkable podcast and these amazing Rett Syndrome families.  FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/remarkablepodcast INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/remarkablepodcast Thanks so much for listening,  Tracey  teamjovie.com
Oct 14, 201901:02:41
Justine Aubuchon & William (USA) – Warrior William

Justine Aubuchon & William (USA) – Warrior William

Justine's 2 year old son William has Rett Syndrome - yes boys can have Rett Syndrome too!  It was such a great opportunity to sit down with Justine and talk about her William, how Rett Syndrome has effected him and how they have dealt with getting such a rare diagnosis.  To find out more about this episode and links to the topics we discussed, please visit teamjovie.com/podcast. GET IN TOUCH! Let me know what you think about the Remarkable podcast and these amazing Rett Syndrome families.  FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/remarkablepodcast INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/remarkablepodcast Thanks so much for listening,  Tracey  teamjovie.com
Oct 10, 201923:57
Mel Lancaster & Katelin (USA) – Trails to a Texas Trial and beyond (Part 2)

Mel Lancaster & Katelin (USA) – Trails to a Texas Trial and beyond (Part 2)

Part 2 of my chat with Mel for the Remarkable podcast.  Again, we had such a great time chatting about everything they've experienced with Rett Syndrome. I didn't know much about clinical trials for Rett Syndrome beforehand, so I'm so glad to have spent the time with Mel and soak in the knowledge she has.  Please remember to check out her blog for more info about their lives with Rett, and check out some of the links below if you're interested in the clinical trials available where you are.  To find out more about this episode and links to the topics we discussed, please visit teamjovie.com/podcast. GET IN TOUCH! Let me know what you think about the Remarkable podcast and these amazing Rett Syndrome families.  FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/remarkablepodcast INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/remarkablepodcast Thanks so much for listening,  Tracey  teamjovie.com
Oct 07, 201932:20
Mel Lancaster & Katelin (USA) – Trails to a Texas Trial and beyond (Part 1)

Mel Lancaster & Katelin (USA) – Trails to a Texas Trial and beyond (Part 1)

Mel's daughter Katelin is 26 and living with Rett Syndrome.  It was such an honour to sit down with Mel not only once, but twice, for the podcast. I openly admit that I have alot of learning to do, so talking with Mel was such a great learning experience for me.  We talk about a range of things - from her writing, to Atypical Rett Syndrome, to the clinical trials they were involved in. Mel's blog Trail to a Texas Trial is an amazing recount of everything they've experienced with Rett Syndrome and with the Trofinetide trial.  This is Part 1 of our chat!  To find out more about this episode and links to the topics we discussed, please visit teamjovie.com/podcast. GET IN TOUCH! Let me know what you think about the Remarkable podcast and these amazing Rett Syndrome families.  FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/remarkablepodcast INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/remarkablepodcast Thanks so much for listening,  Tracey  teamjovie.com
Oct 07, 201951:49
Dana Beckett & Maika (AUS) – One Day At A Time

Dana Beckett & Maika (AUS) – One Day At A Time

Dana is the wonderful mum to 6 year old Maika, who is living with Rett Syndrome. In this episode, we talked about what it's been like since their diagnosis, how it's effected her twin brother Marley and having another baby after a Rett Syndrome diagnosis.  To find out more about this episode and links to the topics we discussed, please visit http://teamjovie.com/podcast. GET IN TOUCH! Let me know what you think about the Remarkable podcast and these amazing Rett Syndrome families.  FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/remarkablepodcast INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/remarkablepodcast Thanks so much for listening,  Tracey  teamjovie.com
Oct 03, 201945:58
Naomi Carlise & Olivia (USA) – Settling Into A New Diagnosis

Naomi Carlise & Olivia (USA) – Settling Into A New Diagnosis

Naomi is the mum to the beautiful 2 year old Olivia, who was diagnosed with Rett Syndrome in May 2019. It was a great pleasure to talk with Naomi about how they are managing life with a new diagnosis of Rett Syndrome.  Naomi had an amazing amount of info to share with you all!  To find out more about this episode and links to the topics we discussed, please visit teamjovie.com/podcast. GET IN TOUCH! Let me know what you think about the Remarkable podcast and these amazing Rett Syndrome families.  FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/remarkablepodcast INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/remarkablepodcast Thanks so much for listening,  Tracey  teamjovie.com
Sep 30, 201952:44
Welcome to Rett Syndrome

Welcome to Rett Syndrome

Happy Rett Syndrome Awareness Month 2019!  I am so proud to introduce you to some Remarkable Rett Syndrome families during October 2019 - it's been such a great learning experience for me and I know their stories will bring you some inspiration and comfort, especially if you are a Rett Syndrome family also.  Just to quickly introduce myself - my name is Tracey and my 10 year old daughter Jovie has Rett Syndrome.  In this episode, I wanted to briefly describe what Rett Syndrome is and where you can go for more professional information and support. If you are worried about your child, please always seek the proper advice and care from your doctor.  Episodes will be released twice a week during October for Rett Syndrome Awareness Month - please get in touch and let me know what you think of each episode. Consider sharing the podcast via Facebook and Instagram - help us spread the word about Rett Syndrome.  To find out more about this episode and links to the topics we discussed, please visit teamjovie.com/podcast. GET IN TOUCH! Let me know what you think about the Remarkable podcast and these amazing Rett Syndrome families.  FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/remarkablepodcast INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/remarkablepodcast Thanks so much for listening! Tracey  teamjovie.com
Sep 30, 201909:37
Welcome to Remarkable!

Welcome to Remarkable!

Welcome to Remarkable - a podcast about the families all over the world, who love someone with Rett Syndrome.   Rett Syndrome is a rare neurodevelopmental, genetic disorder that is caused by mutations on the X chromosome on a gene called MECP2. It causes problems in brain function, and that in turn effects every part of the body - from breathing, to walking, talking, digestion and beyong. There is no current cure for Rett Syndrome.  I will be working with some amazing Rett Syndrome families to bring you the rest of the podcast series closer to October 2019, so I hope you stick around - tell your friends - subscribe and keep in touch. Awareness is built by the community around us, so I thank you for listening and we will be back soon with stories about life with Rett Syndrome.  You can find out more about our family at www.teamjovie.com
Aug 06, 201902:30