The Hirschsprung’s Hour
Presenter
Hirschsprung’s disease affects 1 in 5000 babies in the UK, and affects the large bowel, where the ganglion cells do not form properly. The aim of these episodes is to showcase the incredible people, diagnosed with this condition, that have not let in stand in their way.
The Hirschsprung’s show aims to bring you some of the leading lights in Hirschsprung’s awareness – including models, actors and professional sportspeople, they will tell there amazing stories and highlight some of the outstanding achievements along the way.
Episodes
The Hirschsprung’s Hour
Emily shares her 5-year-old twin son Leo’s journey with Hirschsprung’s Disease, from late diagnosis to trusting parental instinct, plus the family’s ordeal when salmonella kept him hospitalised for five days.
The Hirschsprung’s Hour
In an emotional first part, both Laura and Ed tell the story of their daughter Elodie and her remarkable Hirschsprung's battle.
The Hirschsprung’s Hour
Karen shares her 19-year-old son Kai’s journey with Hirschsprung’s, autism and ADHD as he explores a career. We discuss his passion for creative writing and his determination to succeed in the field.
The Hirschsprung’s Hour
Marathoner and Bloomberg CFO Mark Schulz joins to celebrate the podcast’s 2nd birthday, share his remarkable family history and discuss raising his 3-year-old son Remy with Total Colonic Hirschsprung’s.
The Hirschsprung’s Hour
Professional doula and mom of four Tiffany Smith joins me to share her son’s Hirschsprung’s diagnosis, managing the condition without surgery, her reasons why and a look at potential stem cell therapies and future care.
The Hirschsprung’s Hour
Gemma Carter bravely shares the story of her 11 month old son Rowan, as we delve into the often unspoken topic on parental mental health when it comes to having a child diagnosed with a complex medical condition.
