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Choosing Joy: Navigating the Holidays with a Chronically Ill Child with April Robson

53m · Influential Motherhood · 10 Dec 13:32

In July 2018, April Robson and her husband received the news their middle daughter, Charlotte, had a genetic terminal illness. At the time, they had an 8 week old son and a toddler (Charlotte's big sis). With grace and strength, April has poured into her family for the last 18 months, creating special memories for her family and encouraging them - and those of us watching their story unfold - to choose joy. 

Today April is sharing her family's story and how they navigate the holiday season with a chronically ill child and make memories for the whole family, including their two other children. 

Follow April online at @smidgeofthis and @charlottesjoy to learn more about their story and support them in their journey. 

Be sure to connect with Melissa online at @influentialmotherhood - come say hello! 

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