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Here you will find inspiring stories, easily digestible information & uplifting content about all things related to Polycystic Kidney Disease.
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Ciara Morin
Feb 14, 20247 min read
Tips For Travelling with Polycystic Kidney Disease
When you travel, there's plenty you can do to ensure your kidneys stay happy & healthy.
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Ciara Morin
Dec 14, 20234 min read
Family-Planning & Polycystic Kidney Disease
I always knew I wanted to have kids. Planning a family is perhaps one of the most exciting chapters of life. It's a time full of...
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Ciara Morin
Sep 15, 20233 min read
I Opted to See a New Nephrologist and Our Initial Conversation Changed Everything
One year ago, I asked my nephrologist to refer me to someone else... and it's not at all what you're thinking. There was never a problem....
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Ciara Morin
Jun 7, 20235 min read
How to Start Discussing Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD) with Your Kids
A quick guide from the perspective of a PKD toddler mama
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Ciara Morin
Feb 1, 202310 min read
The Truth About Tolvaptan: a PKD Patient Perspective
Shedding light on my personal experience with Tolvaptan & sharing some of the truths I think all patients deserve to know.
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Ciara Morin
Nov 7, 20223 min read
Pain & PKD: The Invisible Truth
I want to shed light on the truth by speaking about the everyday challenges that aren't often discussed by medical professionals.
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Ciara Morin
Oct 31, 20224 min read
A Message to My Younger Self as Someone with PKD
If it was possible to go back in time, I'd have a lot to say to my younger self. As a teenager, I was diagnosed with Polycystic Kidney...
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Ciara Morin
Aug 1, 20224 min read
Sneaky Sugar Sources that Can Impact PKD Progression
When it comes to your improving your health, I believe knowledge is power. The more you know about what you're consuming, the better armed..
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Ciara Morin
Jul 26, 20223 min read
How to Use Your Voice For Change: Raising Awareness For PKD
The helpful people around us who aren't aware of what we're up against, can't support us (yet). So, how can we give a voice to this disease?
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Ciara Morin
Jul 6, 20222 min read
Supplements & PKD: Are They Safe?
I often get asked "what sort of supplements do you recommend for PKD?" or "is this supplement safe for PKD?" The inspiration for this...
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Ciara Morin
Jul 5, 20221 min read
What's the Deal with Protein?
Protein is a huge topic in the world of chronic kidney disease. There are a lot of misconceptions floating around out there, so let's break
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Ciara Morin
Jun 23, 20223 min read
My PKD Life: Finding Empowerment & Purpose Through Nutrition
Life with a chronic illness has its challenges, but it has also opened my eyes to a purposeful & more empowered way of living.
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