POPULARITY
Jennifer McKinnon is fierce. Doctors said Jennifer wouldn't live past the age of three.Today, she's a single mom of twins, an unstoppable advocate who's raised over a million dollars for cystic fibrosis research, and the founder of Just One More Breath. Her story is proof that while CF is tough, Jennifer is tougher, and that hope, when held fiercely, can change everything.Jennifer was born in the 1970s with cystic fibrosis, a time when the disease was still cloaked in uncertainty and fear. Few children with CF lived to see adulthood, and the treatments that exist today were still decades away. From the very beginning, every breath she took was a small act of defiance. Hospital rooms became her playgrounds, IV poles her silent companions, and the steady rhythm of nebulizers the soundtrack of her childhood.But even in those sterile rooms filled with machines and medicine, Jennifer's spirit burned bright. She refused to let CF define her — or defeat her. Through endless hospital stays, setbacks, and the exhausting daily grind of treatments, she found reasons to laugh, to dream, and to keep fighting. Every milestone, every birthday, every deep breath, became a victory.Then came 2019, a year that would rewrite her story once again. With the arrival of Trikafta, the groundbreaking CF modulator, Jennifer's world shifted. Suddenly, life felt lighter — her lungs stronger, her body more capable. For the first time, she could picture a future not limited by her disease but expanded by possibility. She could plan, imagine, and live, truly live, in ways she once only dreamed of.Yet Jennifer's story isn't just about survival; it's about transformation. Rather than turning inward, she turned outward — channeling her strength into action. She's raised over a million dollars for cystic fibrosis research, driven by the belief that every dollar brings us closer to a cure. She became a mother to twins through the extraordinary gift of her sister, proving that family and love can find a way even when the odds seem impossible.Today, Jennifer stands as a single mom, a tireless advocate, and the voice behind Just One More Breath, a platform dedicated to raising awareness, sharing stories, and inspiring others to keep pushing forward ... one breath at a time.Her journey is a powerful reminder that life with cystic fibrosis is unpredictable, yes, but it is also breathtakingly beautiful. It's a life lived with intention, courage, and grace. Jennifer's story teaches us that even when the odds seem insurmountable, resilience can turn pain into purpose, and hope can carry you through the darkest storms.Because for Jennifer, every breath is more than survival.It's a celebration of strength, of love, and of the limitless power of the human spirit.Jennifer on IG: https://www.instagram.com/just.onemorebreath/?hl=enWebsite: https://jennifer-mckinnon.com/? Please like, subscribe, and comment on our podcasts!Please consider making a donation: https://thebonnellfoundation.org/donate/The Bonnell Foundation website:https://thebonnellfoundation.orgEmail us at: thebonnellfoundation@gmail.com Watch our podcasts on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@laurabonnell1136/featuredThanks to our sponsors:Vertex: https://www.vrtx.comViatris: https://www.viatris.com/en
Welcome back to the Dr. Kinney Show! This week's episode is both inspiring and deeply moving as I sit down with Jennifer McKinnon, a cystic fibrosis (CF) warrior, advocate, and community leader who has lived with the disease since she was just six weeks old. Jennifer is a powerhouse of resilience, determination, and grace—and her story is one of unwavering strength in the face of lifelong adversity.Jennifer shares how she's not just surviving, but truly thriving, managing CF with grit, love, and purpose. From daily breathing treatments and hospitalizations to breakthrough medications and advocacy work, she gives us a glimpse into the reality of life with CF—and how hope, faith, and storytelling are helping her transform that reality for others.In Today's Episode, We Discuss:Jennifer's early diagnosis with CF and her family's powerful responseHow CF has impacted her life—and how she continues to defy the oddsThe breakthrough medication that changed everythingHer daily routine managing CF and the role of new treatmentsThe emotional side of chronic illness and finding strength through motherhoodHow fitness, faith, and community support help her thriveHer work with Jennifer's Journey, local fundraising events, and her new storytelling platformHer goal to inspire others with CF and give them the hope she didn't have growing upJennifer's story is a true testament to what's possible when determination meets heart. Her work as a speaker, advocate, and mom to twin daughters is a shining example of living fully—even in the face of great challenge.Connect with Jennifer McKinnon:Instagram: @justonemorebreathWebsite: www.jennifer-mckinnon.comEvent: Don't miss her annual fundraising event Deadlifts & Donuts – March 15th at Maxed Out Fitness in Annapolis!Resources for Cystic Fibrosis:Cystic Fibrosis Foundation – info, support groups, and funding opportunitiesFor genetic testing or to learn more about CF advocacy and research
Breaking waves and swirling water take on new meaning when viewed through the lens of an oceanographer. Join Jennifer MacKinnon as she illuminates how these dynamic small-scale phenomena hold the key to understanding global processes. Series: "Jeffrey B. Graham Perspectives on Ocean Science Lecture Series" [Science] [Show ID: 32434]
Breaking waves and swirling water take on new meaning when viewed through the lens of an oceanographer. Join Jennifer MacKinnon as she illuminates how these dynamic small-scale phenomena hold the key to understanding global processes. Series: "Jeffrey B. Graham Perspectives on Ocean Science Lecture Series" [Science] [Show ID: 32434]
Breaking waves and swirling water take on new meaning when viewed through the lens of an oceanographer. Join Jennifer MacKinnon as she illuminates how these dynamic small-scale phenomena hold the key to understanding global processes. Series: "Jeffrey B. Graham Perspectives on Ocean Science Lecture Series" [Science] [Show ID: 32434]
Breaking waves and swirling water take on new meaning when viewed through the lens of an oceanographer. Join Jennifer MacKinnon as she illuminates how these dynamic small-scale phenomena hold the key to understanding global processes. Series: "Jeffrey B. Graham Perspectives on Ocean Science Lecture Series" [Science] [Show ID: 32434]
Breaking waves and swirling water take on new meaning when viewed through the lens of an oceanographer. Join Jennifer MacKinnon as she illuminates how these dynamic small-scale phenomena hold the key to understanding global processes. Series: "Jeffrey B. Graham Perspectives on Ocean Science Lecture Series" [Science] [Show ID: 32434]
Breaking waves and swirling water take on new meaning when viewed through the lens of an oceanographer. Join Jennifer MacKinnon as she illuminates how these dynamic small-scale phenomena hold the key to understanding global processes. Series: "Jeffrey B. Graham Perspectives on Ocean Science Lecture Series" [Science] [Show ID: 32434]
© 2020-2026 Ivy Podcast Discovery LLC
