YOU ARE NOT ALONE

Honest stories. Gentle support. Real-life survival.

Hi, I'm Melissa — a tired, fierce, faith-filled mom raising a child with PANDAS/PANS. If you've found your way here, chances are you're navigating a storm that few people truly understand.

This blog is a safe space for parents navigating the unpredictable world of neuroimmune conditions, such as PANDAS and PANS. Here, I share:

• Personal experiences from the trenches of flare-ups and diagnoses
   
• Practical tips for navigating medical gaslighting, school advocacy, and burnout
   
• Small, doable self-care strategies that fit inside a chaotic day
   
• Words of hope when you feel completely alone
   

Whether you're at the beginning of your journey or years into it, you'll find validation, encouragement, and tools to help you breathe — even in the middle of the storm.

You're not just surviving. You're parenting with courage in the face of chaos.You are seen. You are not alone. You are still a good parent.