The Shout My Story Podcast

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Welcome to the Shout My Story Podcast, where we hear the stories of women who choose life in difficult circumstances and the stories of the people who help them.

  1. 05/13/2025

    Living Beyond the Diagnosis: How Madeline Overcame Hydrocephalus Against All Odds | Podcast Ep. 18

    In Episode 18 of the Shout My Story Podcast, Cindy Morales sits down with Madeline, a hydrocephalus survivor who defied the odds after being diagnosed as a baby. Despite facing ten brain surgeries and a lifetime of challenges, Madeline's story is one of resilience, strength, and the power of choosing life. She opens up about her journey from being labeled as a "vegetable" to graduating college, working in a retirement center, and pursuing her passion for creative writing. 💡 Key Topics Covered: What is Hydrocephalus? Symptoms and Impact Madeline’s Early Diagnosis and First Brain Surgery Living with a Shunt System and Medical Complications Overcoming Disability Stigmas and Finding Joy in Everyday Life Encouraging Moms to Choose Life Amid a Difficult Diagnosis 🔔 Don't miss this inspiring conversation! Subscribe for more powerful stories of hope, faith, and choosing life. 📍 Visit our website to read more impactful stories: www.shoutmystory.org 📧 Share your story or connect with us: info@shoutmystory.org #HydrocephalusAwareness #ChooseLife #OvercomingDisability #LivingWithHydrocephalus #InspiringStories #Podcast #ShoutMyStory #ProLife #MedicalMiracles #Resilience #FaithAndHope #PositiveMindset #DisabilityAwareness #LifeAfterDiagnosis #Inspiration #Motivation #ShuntLife #LivingBeyondDiagnosis #DisabilityAdvocate #PodcastEpisode #SubscribeNow #TrendingNow #ForYouPage #FYP #ViralStory #PodcastInterview #BraveStories #CourageAndStrength #LifeStories

  2. 04/15/2025

    Half a Heart, Full Life: How One Mom Chose Life After a Fatal Diagnosis (HLHS Survivor Story)

    When Emily was told her unborn son had Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS)—a rare and often fatal congenital heart defect—she faced an unthinkable decision. Doctors offered “compassionate care,” suggesting she let her baby pass after birth. But Emily and her family chose life. In this powerful episode of the Shout My Story Podcast, we sit down with Emily Naugle to hear how her son Ian survived four open heart surgeries, defied the odds, and is now thriving at 9 years old with half a heart. She shares how faith, community, and sheer determination gave her the courage to fight for Ian’s life—and how he’s now inspiring others as a “heart warrior” and beacon of hope. We also dive into: The reality of receiving a life-limiting prenatal diagnosis What HLHS means and how it’s treated Navigating pressure from the medical community to consider abortion The emotional and physical toll—and triumph—of parenting a child with a serious disability Advice for moms facing similar pregnancy challenges The power of community and support groups for parents of children with CHD (congenital heart defects) This episode is for anyone who has faced fear, loss, or uncertainty—and chose love anyway. 🎧 Listen now on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts 💌 Share this story to encourage others to choose life. Hashtags (Optional for YouTube & Shorts): #ChooseLife #HLHS #HeartWarrior #ProLifeStory #ShoutMyStory #CongenitalHeartDefect #PregnancyJourney #InspiringStories #ShoutMyStoryPodcast #ParentingAFighter

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Welcome to the Shout My Story Podcast, where we hear the stories of women who choose life in difficult circumstances and the stories of the people who help them.