Real stories

Parents tell us how fatigue affects their child and share their advice on what can help.

Jacob had surgery in March 2020, but the COVID-19 pandemic meant recovery time in hospital was cut short and Jacob had to return home. Jacob was offered rehabilitation at The Children’s Trust – mum Katie describes it as ‘life-changing’.

Lily had a stroke during the first national lockdown – mum Natalie talks about the day itself, hospital and rehabilitation at The Children’s Trust.

Lewis, aged 13, has had a number of strokes since the age of seven and a brain haemorrhage in 2019. Mum Sharon shares their story.

In June 2011 Indiana, known as Indy, was born prematurely at 26 weeks. Mum Sasha shares their story.

Amelia shares her blog on her trip to The Enchanted Journey of light, with Bleu, her Emotional Support Dog.

With the festive season fast approaching, we’re sharing 10 ideas for Christmas fun and trying something a little different.

Jake had a brain injury last year following a brain tumour. To help other young people during this time, he’s shared his advice on keeping busy despite the restrictions of lockdown and tiers.

Therapist Amy gives us some inspiring adaptive tech ideas that are great for birthdays and Christmas.

Frequent seizures led to a diagnosis of autoimmune encephalitis for five-year-old Amelia. Mum Sophie shares their story.