Episode 11: Heart of a Mother: Bre Miller's Courageous Story
12/05/24 • 50 min
Overcoming Crisis: Bre Miller's Journey of Advocacy and Resilience
In this episode of the Take Your Medicine podcast, pharmacist Phil Cowley interviews Bre Miller, a resilient mother from Cache Valley. Bre shares her harrowing journey after her son Jensen was born with a congenital birth defect that resulted in severe breathing and feeding issues. The discussion emphasizes the importance of advocating for one's child, the emotional and physical toll of constant crisis management, and the profound impact of empathy and community support. Bre provides insights on the power of asking questions, documenting medical advice, and trusting parental instincts while stressing the importance of self-care and accepting help from others.
00:00 Introduction to the Podcast
00:26 Meet Bre Miller
00:56 Jensen's Birth Story
01:41 Initial Concerns and Diagnosis
03:08 Life Flight to Primaries
15:56 Surgery and Recovery
24:21 Choking Scare and Overcoming Crisis
25:11 Healing and Moving On
26:35 A Special Story from Kindergarten
29:35 Personal Growth Through Adversity
32:46 Empathy and Understanding
41:26 Advocating for Your Child
47:47 Making the World Kinder
Follow Bre at- https://www.youtube.com/c/MeetTheMillers
https://www.instagram.com/bremill
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Overcoming Crisis: Bre Miller's Journey of Advocacy and Resilience
In this episode of the Take Your Medicine podcast, pharmacist Phil Cowley interviews Bre Miller, a resilient mother from Cache Valley. Bre shares her harrowing journey after her son Jensen was born with a congenital birth defect that resulted in severe breathing and feeding issues. The discussion emphasizes the importance of advocating for one's child, the emotional and physical toll of constant crisis management, and the profound impact of empathy and community support. Bre provides insights on the power of asking questions, documenting medical advice, and trusting parental instincts while stressing the importance of self-care and accepting help from others.
00:00 Introduction to the Podcast
00:26 Meet Bre Miller
00:56 Jensen's Birth Story
01:41 Initial Concerns and Diagnosis
03:08 Life Flight to Primaries
15:56 Surgery and Recovery
24:21 Choking Scare and Overcoming Crisis
25:11 Healing and Moving On
26:35 A Special Story from Kindergarten
29:35 Personal Growth Through Adversity
32:46 Empathy and Understanding
41:26 Advocating for Your Child
47:47 Making the World Kinder
Follow Bre at- https://www.youtube.com/c/MeetTheMillers
https://www.instagram.com/bremill
Get a discount on their HG Line with code - MEDICINE20
Inulax
For a safer, natural alternative to Miralax try Inulax! Use code- MEDICINE20
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.
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Episode 10: How to Heal Your Body With Food
The Wellness Kitchenista: Jessica DeLuise's Health Journey and Culinary Expertise
In this episode of the Take Your Medicine Podcast, host Phil Cowley, a pharmacist with 25 years of experience, interviews Jessica DeLuise, a physician's associate and culinary expert. Jessica shares her journey from experiencing health issues in her teens to becoming a prolific health advocate, author, and Emmy award-winner. They delve into the importance of diet in managing conditions like gastric reflux, the impact of cortisol on health, and practical tips for sleep hygiene. Jessica also highlights some of her favorite healthy recipes and advocates for incremental lifestyle changes. Both emphasize the significance of patient advocacy and the power of a simple smile in creating a kinder world.
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Helpful links-
- Sleep temp - https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10529213/#:~:text=Our%20findings%20demonstrated%20that%20sleep,C%20to%2030%C2%B0C.
- Reflux food triggers - https://magazine.medlineplus.gov/article/heartburn-what-you-need-to-know
Episode note - At 4:04 Jessica accidentally said 2020 but she meant 2021
00:00 Introduction to the Podcast
00:19 Meet Jessica DeLuise
00:58 Jessica's Culinary and Medical Journey
03:47 The Emmy Surprise
05:04 Jessica's Health Struggles
07:02 Navigating the Healthcare System
13:02 Impact of Food on Health
14:59 Sleep and Cortisol Connection
20:40 Effective Sleep Hygiene Techniques
21:51 Understanding Gastric Reflux Triggers
23:44 Mindful Eating Practices
27:21 Dietary Changes for Reflux Management
31:40 Favorite Healthy Recipes
34:45 Final Thoughts and Advice
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Episode 12: From Kidney Stones to Cancer: Tia’s Unstoppable Journey
Hold onto your earbuds because Phil Cowley is serving up Tia Montgomery’s wild ride of triumphs! From kidney stones to cancer (and everything in between), Tia’s tale of surviving sepsis, rocking kidney transplants, and tackling PCOS is nothing short of unforgettable. Packed with laughs, lessons, and a whole lot of grit, this episode is your new obsession—don’t miss it!
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Take Your Medicine - Episode 11: Heart of a Mother: Bre Miller's Courageous Story
Transcript
Welcome to Take Your Medicine podcast. I am Phil Cowley. I was a pharmacist for 25 years, and I realized that the people who are the smartest are the patients that have gone through everything. As a pharmacist, I always thought I could tell people things they needed to know. And I realized what you really should be doing is asking people. What they know, and you can learn so much more today. We have a very special guest. She actually lives here in the
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