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In this special Christmas Eve episode of the Our Forever Smiles: Cleft Mom Diaries and Support podcast, Laura Arroyo offers emotional validation and practical advice for cleft moms who may be navigating the holiday season with a heavy heart. Whether it's your first Christmas with a cleft diagnosis or you’re reflecting on years of appointments and surgeries, Laura acknowledges the complex emotions that come with this journey.

In this episode, Laura discusses how to process the emotional impact of your child’s diagnosis, how to manage the worry about medical appointments and appearance, and why it's okay to feel anxious or overwhelmed during the first year. She shares practical tips for moving forward with hope, including building a support network, finding balance, and connecting with other cleft moms at medical appointments.

Join us for a comforting and supportive conversation that will remind you you’re not alone, especially during this season of both joy and uncertainty.

Be sure to join our Facebook group for ongoing support and connect with other cleft moms who understand exactly what you’re going through. You can find the link here in the episode notes!

Want to share your story? Email us at ourforeversmiles@gmail.com.

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