Podcasts about rachel's story

Rachel was diagnosed with Crohn's disease at age 8 years old. Then, at 10 years old her parents told Rachel and her twin brother that their mother had stomach cancer. Rachels mum was given a few months to live but, this strong minded woman decided to fight that prognosis and lived a further 10 years. During that time 'Debbies Dream Foundation' was born and has since raised millions of dollars for research into stomach cancer. Find out about Debbies Dream Foundation at debbiesdream.org and Crohns Disease at www.crohnscolitisfoundation.org Contact Rachel on email: rachelguttman2@gmail.com Instagram @rachgutt Contact Sue at lifebydesign.uk or Instagram @suereid1905

Join us tonight for the premiere of a brand new season, and the first episode of our new mini-series “Women in the Bible.” This week, the ladies look into the life of Rachel and glean wisdom from her story of waiting on marriage, children, and God. Our friend and special guest, Sarah Coon, joins our discussion on surrogacy.

Rachel, from Vestavia Hills, AL, shares her struggles as a self-proclaimed people-pleasing perfectionist. She encourages us to remember that God's plan is actually NOT for us to be perfect, but instead for us to bring glory to Him through our imperfections as His power works best in our weaknesses!

Plancental abruption, bedrest, c-section, postpartum anxiety. Rachel tells her story of her rough pregnancy, traveling to Japan and being nauseous the whole time - and her story of having a placental abruption. In her vivid retelling, Rachel tells us what it was like to wake up in a pool of blood, be rushed to the ambulance, and then be on bedrest the rest of the pregnancy. Join us as Rachel tells her matrescecne story, and shares how having a solid identity was really important to her before she started having kids. As a photographer, she got her business running and then decided she was ready to have a kid. In this episode we also talk about the risk factors for postpartum depression. Here are the surprising risk factors for postpartum depression in moms: A personal or family history of depression, anxiety, or postpartum depression Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD or PMS) Inadequate support in caring for the baby Financial stress Marital stress Complications in pregnancy, birth or breastfeeding A major recent life event: loss, house move, job loss Mothers of multiples Mothers whose infants are in Neonatal Intensive Care (NICU) Mothers who’ve gone through infertility treatments Women with a thyroid imbalance Women with any form of diabetes (type 1, type 2 or gestational) Bisexual women paired with men are also at a higher risk for having postpartum depression. You can read more about postpartum depression risk factors here: https://www.postpartumspecialist.net/post/postpartum-depression-how-to-know-if-you-re-at-risk Want to learn more about Here and Now Motherhood? Visit www.hereandnowmotherhood.org --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/hereandnowmotherhood/support

And we’re back...it’s been a little more than a month and half since our last episode, I’m calling it a mid-season break. Don’t judge me. On this episode I get a chance to sit down with the one and only Rachel McGovern. Rachel has been a staple of the Strongtown community since 2012 so she has seen the gym through pretty much all of our different iterations. She is one of the most consistent people in the gym and has never been one to shy away from hard work. She’s a mother of 2 amazing kids and in her life outside the gym she currently works as a scientist. Spoiler alert - I learn what “bench science” is. We talk about her background, her life before Strongtown, what first brought her to the gym as well as what she’s currently working. I do need to note that I should have scheduled more time around the recording, we ended up bumping into the morning class starting to arrive so it does end a bit abruptly towards the end. I have to thank Rachel for taking the time to talk with me and hope you all enjoy.

Have you ever wondered how people become victims. of sex trade industry? Rachel Haney shares her story, born in the Phillipines, Rachel spent the first 4 years of her life living in a cardboard box on a beach. She is passionate aabout saving children and bringing awareness to human trafficking. If you want to help Rachel please connect with her on social media or through e-mail. Email: Rachel@RWBMediaManagement.com Rachel Haney @redwhitebluemediamgmt Kalena James @yesitskalenajames Julie Deem @indymompreneur Online: www.uswkokomo.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/united-state-of-women/message

Woody Myers presents himself as the medical doctor Indiana needs to beat the pandemic. But he’s also quite wealthy and talks very little about how his financial good fortune came to be. One of his jobs was CEO of Corizon Correctional Healthcare, the company once in charge of medical care for prison inmates in Indiana. Corizon has been accused of abuse and neglect of many inmates over the years, including during Myers’ time as CEO. One family whose daughter was lost under Corizon’s care has sued for justice. They joined Rob Kendall to discuss their heartbreaking story.

This week I received a beautiful email from a client who, helped with the tools and support we offered to her, managed to make a 180 degrees change in her life. I believe we can learn a lot from her story, from how she handled her divorce, and mainly, from the way she regained control of her life. Join me and enjoy Rachel's story, from Financial Whoa to Wonder.  Let's get into it:   Timestamps We want to feel safe [00:01:30] The lessons we need to learn [00:03:00 What we should avoid during divorce [00:04:30] The beginning of Rachel's story [00:06:00] The body talks [00:07:30] The beauty of this woman [00:09:00] Rachel's critical situation [00:12:00] The last straw [00:15:00] The first step into a new life [00:16:30] Some things never change [00:18:00] Rachel's email [00:19:00]   Links 15 Min Clarity Call: https://msgsndr.com/widget/bookingcalendar=kcpWfO0ij7Aq2u4TzFEk Divorce Roadmap Session: https://tanyasomerton.com/divorce-roadmap/ My book: The Jelly Bean Jar - Empowering Independence through Divorce https://tanyasomerton.com/shop/the-jelly-bean-jar/   Join my Free Facebook Group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/divorceangel/ See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

This may sound like a conversation about being a gay Christian, and it is. But more importantly, it's a conversation about wrestling with the question: Can I trust God? I know what he says, but do I believe that what he says is best for me?   In this episode, Juli's guest Rachel Gilson shares her story and how she came to answer that question.  And whether you're married, single, gay or straight, you'll have to answer it too. Guest: Rachel Gilson Mentioned: Born (Again) This Way Make a donation

Check out the show notes on my website with fun pictures and links! Welcome back to Stories from South Place! Today I'm joined by my neighbor and friend, Rachel Sims! Rachel and I met a few years ago when our oldest children were in the same Parents Day Out class! She and her husband, Eric, and two boys, Holcomb and Elliot, live behind us and it's been so fun to raise kids the same ages literally in each other's backyards! On this episode, Rachel and I talk about how fun it is to be neighbors, what we love about our neighborhood, her journey of becoming a doula, and we finish the episode by talking about our absolute most favorite Birmingham consignment sale, Kids Market & Mom! I do want to be sensitive to anyone who's listening and let you know up front that Rachel and I talk a lot about her business, Dearly Doula, which means we talk quite a bit about pregnancy and birth. I know from experience that there are seasons for me that it was really hard to listen to people talk about pregnancy, and so I want to be upfront that we talk about that topic quite a bit in this episode. If that's a hard conversation for you, I have been there and totally understand! However, we do talk about the different struggles that women walk through, and I hope that if it's difficult subject for you, you'll find some encouragement through knowing you're not alone. Last, we only have ONE episode left of the first season of Stories from South Place! After next week, Jason and I will be releasing a mini-series called, Stories from Quarantine! We'll be interviewing people who are a part of different segments that are up a community and find out how they're effected by the COVID-19 quarantine that we're currently under. These episodes will be shorter, about 15-20 minutes, and will be releasing twice per week! If you already subscribe to Stories from South Place, this mini-series will come straight to wherever you listen to podcasts! I would love to hear your feedback! Say hi through a DM or email! Since this is a BRAND NEW podcast, I would LOVE for you to give us a rating in iTunes to help people find the podcast! You're my personal marketing team -- so go rate it today! Also, as I work to monetize my podcast, I want to be sure to create a culture of generosity. Because we are in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic right now, I am going to give 50% of all proceeds earned in March and April from the podcast, either by donations or sponsorships, to Feeding America. Use the link below or email me to become a sponsor! SUPPORT THE PODCAST A big thank you to our sponsors - be sure to check them out! Anchor A Morales Production The Storie Co. Other Links: My website Dearly Doula Find me on... Facebook Instagram Email Sign up for my newsletter (COMING SOON!) --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jessica-morales3/support

ABOUTAlden & Rachel's story walks us through the early stages of the global pandemic in Spain, experiencing the national lockdown in Spain, and making the complicated decision to come back to the USA. Now they are self-quarantining to be sure they are not asymptomatic carriers. LOCATIONVirginia [previously Spain]--Submit to have your story told here.

ABOUTAlden & Rachel's story walks us through the early stages of the global pandemic in Spain, experiencing the national lockdown in Spain, and making the complicated decision to come back to the USA. Now they are self-quarantining to be sure they are not asymptomatic carriers. LOCATIONVirginia [previously Spain]--Submit to have your story told here.

Born to immigrant workers, raised in the inner-city of California, Rachel shares of overcoming alcoholism and hopelessness.

On today's episode, I have the privilege of sharing the story of one of our Survivor Sanctuary listeners. Rachel began to be sexually abused within the walls of her church as a very vulnerable young woman, and her repeated cries for help fell on deaf, calloused ears. Though she asked for help, Rachel continued to endure abuse at the hands of a monster while the people she disclosed the assault to left her to deal with her abuser alone, adding to her shame and fear rather than intervening. Rachel's story is a reminder that sometimes our deepest wounds are inflicted by those who never physically touch us. And it begs the question, how far should we go to protect the most vulnerable among us? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/survivorsanctuary/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/survivorsanctuary/support

My Chains are Gone is back! I've had a long break, but I am back and planning to produce an episode a month. Stay tuned! Today, Rachel shares her story. Rachel is one of my favorite ladies to talk with about theology. She backs up what she believes with scripture and does not shy away from difficult topics. Rachel bravely shares about her experience with same sex attraction, homosexuality, faith, the church, and the faithfulness of God. I hope you are encouraged by the work of God in Rachel’s life.

Rachel is a mother of six, who experienced postpartum depression and suicidal thoughts.  In this episode she shares with us how support from her family and taking medication helped her through the struggle.   With her children ranging in age from 18 years to 6 months she is savoring her youngest baby and enjoying every moment. Rachel shares some great advice and reminds us that this hard time in your life is temporary.  Just hold on, it will get better. 

Ava and Mark continue to help out at the farmhouse. After retrieving their truck for supplies and pushing it to the house, Stephanie finds that Mark is definitely not in good shape. Once again, his leg is causing him problems. Stephanie doesn't believe he can help get the generator, but that's when Ava comes up with a different plan.Music:"Terminal" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/"Lost" and "The Wait" by CJ of cjaudiosolutions.com"Rachel's Story" by Dylan Mixer of dmixmusic.com

“Before working with Brenda- my relationship with food was in emergency mode. I felt out of control and didn’t know what to do because I had tried literally EVERYTHING (hypnosis, other food coaches, weight watchers, meal prep plans, multiple over the counter pills and supplements, 2 years of psychotherapy, read every article on the internet, etc AND I’m a doctor so I probably have an even greater base of knowledge about weight loss than a non medical professional). I literally was eating DAY OLD pizza out of the trash can and was taking a prescription diet pill from a weight loss doctor that made me feel like I was on speed and I wasn’t able to get more than 1 hour of sleep a night. Things are now 180 different. I feel calm, confident, and the weight came off slowly and surely. And the best thing is that I’m not worried I’m ever going to go back to how it was before because I am now armed with all the skills I need to manage this the rest of my life. ” ...“I would do it again in a SECOND. Honestly, it was the game changer. I would encourage EVERYONE to get coaching with Brenda. The money is nothing compared to what I gained." xo Brenda To lose your ‘last 10’ using my proven method JOIN THE LAST 10™ Program- GET ALL THE DETAILS HERE: www.brendalomeli.com/thelast10

Ava and Mark take refuge in a barn. The next morning they awaken to some hungry cows. Things seems to be okay until two women appear on horseback. Ava and Mark hide, but the women know someone is in the barn and demand they show themselves. Flashbacks of being chained in a basement force Mark and Ava to take a stance.If you would like to help out, you can donate at patreon.com/7lambMusic"The Blackout" and "Rachel's Story" by Dylan Mixer @ dmixmusic.com

Shane and Erika make it to Vancouver! The cruise is tomorrow so they rest up in a hotel and have an unusually romantic night. Things seem to be getting better, especially when Shane wakes up the next morning headache free, and void of nightmares. He grabs Erika some breakfast and they head out. They visit some hot spots around Vancouver until it's time to board the ship. And while other surprises were ruined for Erika's birthday, Shane has one more up his sleeve.Music:"Comfortable Mystery" by Kevin MacLeod of incompetech.com"Serenity" by Jason Shaw @ audionautix.com"Rachel's Story" by Dylan Mixer @ dmixmusic.com

Things continue to get worse, but David cannot summon the Shadow Man. David knows they need to leave. Trust and the creatures are relentless. Not only that, but Steve now stalks the woods. The only other option they have to escape is to run. David and Julia make an attempt to find the keys to the tractor, while Roland has another visit from her dark past. But will the Shadow Man lead them the right way? And can they escape in time before Trust appears?Music:"Quest," "well and truly," "Strange Bedfellows," "The Que," "Dry," "Bones," "Elphaba, Elphaba," and "ReLHop" by Elderich T'Challa of Nemesis Black @ reverbnation.com/nemesisblack"Ice Demon," "Thunder Dreams," "Wounded," "MeasuredPaces," "Unseen Horrors," "Giant Wyrm," "Unnatural Situation," "Anxiety," "Come Play with Me" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/"Change Before the Moon (Opening Credits)" and "Rachel's Story" by Dylan Mixer @ dmixmusic.com

Rachel is a nurse who was diagnosed with stage 2 mammary carcinoma when she was in her mid 30's.   It today's episode Rachel shares that she doesn't want people to look at her for the sickness, but for the goodness. Be sure to follow Rachel on IG @racheljanous If you love this episode be sure to subscribe on iTunes and Spotify for more great content!    

This is the full version of Rachel's Story, part of Mencap's Treat me well campaign which aims to transform the way the NHS treats patients with a learning disability when in hospital.Rachel’s story is a combination of experiences that real people with a learning disability have had in hospital. Rachel’s experiences in this episode are based on Ronnie’s story. To read Ronnie’s story and to find out more about Treat me well, our campaign for better hospital care, please visit www.mencap.org.uk/treatmewell. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Here it is. The extra-long season finale of End of All Hope. Ava and Mark are still trapped, but try to get Melissa to free them before Adam and the rest of the family do something drastic. Can Ava talk her way out this time? Mark seems to have his doubts. While Ava and Mark are plotting, Jay, Ambridge, and Harris are still heading towards Denver. Travel isn't easy, and things get worse after they have a run in with a couple of military helicopters. Jay is then put in a position that he was hoping wouldn't arise. Can he make the hard choice?The episode is drama-filled and action-packed!! It truly is a different world now.If you enjoy End of All Hope make sure to rate and review. And if you would like to help donate, visit patreon.com/7lamb!!Music:"Awkward Meeting," "Immersed," "Fantastic Dim Bar," "Decline," "Lone Harvest," "Terminal," "Bittersweet," "Blue Feather," "MeasuredPaces," "Anxiety," "Apprehension," and "Isolated" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/"Elphaba, Elphaba," "trim," and "Just" by Elderich T'Challa of Nemesis Black @ reverbnation.com/nemesisblack"5 Reunited" and "Rachel's Story" by Dylan Mixer @ dmixmusic.com"Beginning," "Before Dawn," and "Serenity" created by Jason Shaw of audionautix.com"Solstice" by Ross Bugden @ www.youtube.com/watch?v=5yRIt5yS36s"Preperation" and "The Wait" by CJ of www.cjaudiosolutions.com/ 

This is the last episode of Rachel's Story, part of Mencap's Treat me well campaign.Transcript: Announcer: You are now listening to Episode 6 of Rachel’s story, part of Mencap’s Treat me well campaign. Every episode of Rachel’s story is based on real experiences of people with a learning disability who have been to hospital. If you haven’t listened to previous episodes, please go back to Episode 1 to hear Rachel’s story from the beginning. Rachel: When things are going seriously wrong with your appendix, you need surgery right away. I was very afraid. The doctor who was putting me to sleep. They tried to relax me, but it didn’t help. Dad was outside.Doctor: Are you sure you’re okay? Do you need a blanket? Do you have a favourite toy or something you can hold onto? I could try and get your dad back in here if that would help.I may not understand things really fastly but I’m not a kid.No one would just say what was happening.They went to put a needle into my arm. I jumped really badly.They said they were sorry. I said I wanted to know what was happening.Doctor: All I’m going to do is wipe this bit of your arm with alcohol and put in this needle. It should be just a quick pinch. Then, I’m going to put this mask over your face, but it won’t smell bad. Just take deep breaths and we’ll count to ten together.Once they said what was happening, everything was fine. They put a mask on my face, but I was calm. I counted to ten.One.Two.Three.Four…...Rachel’s story is a combination of experiences that real people with a learning disability have had in hospital. Rachel’s experiences in this episode are based on Ronnie’s story. To read Ronnie’s story and to find out more about Treat me well, our campaign for better hospital care, please visit www.mencap.org.uk/treatmewell.Sign up to campaign emails on the website to get the next episode. Thank you. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This is Episode 5 of Rachel's Story, part of Mencap's Treat me well campaign.Transcript: Announcer: You are now listening to Episode 5 of Rachel’s story, part of Mencap’s Treat me well campaign. Every episode of Rachel’s story is based on real experiences of people with a learning disability who have been to hospital. If you haven’t listened to previous episodes, please go back to Episode 1 to hear Rachel’s story from the beginning. Rachel: Sometimes, hospitals can be so big.I felt like I was running for ages.Finally, my dad ran found me. He helped me calm down. Some of the doctors tried to find me. They told my dad I needed a scan now.They needed to know what was making my stomach hurt. I told them I was afraid of little places.Med Professional: We can definitely do a different kind of scan if a CT scan isn’t possible.They did an X-Ray instead.I told the person on the X-Ray that I have a learning disability. They said their brother had a learning disability too.They walked me through the X-Ray. They told me about each step. They helped me understand what the X-Ray does.It only took a little bit of extra time, but I felt so much better. Med Professional: We’ll put you on this table, Rachel. Then we’ll put this heavy blanket over you because X-Rays can be bad for your health if you are around them a lot. I’ll stand behind there and push the button and then it’ll be done.After the X-Ray, another doctor said there was something wrong.I needed to have surgery right now.My dad was very unhappy. He wanted to make a complaint.I have gone home without no test. The medicine they had first given me wasn’t good for me to take.I didn’t want to make a fuss but Dad was right. Announcer: This is the end of Episode 5.Rachel’s story is a combination of experiences that real people with a learning disability have had in hospital. Rachel’s experiences in this episode are based on Angus’ story. To read Angus’ story and to find out more about Treat me well, our campaign for better hospital care, please visit www.mencap.org.uk/treatmewell.Sign up to campaign emails on the website to get the next episode. Thank you. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Discover the story of Rachel, a former sex worker who, because of Meredith Rabalais and her ministry team, now lives a completely different life. The pair met one fateful night in a strip club, and since then have leaned on each other for support. Words by Cara D. Clark Read by Nancy Peterson Original Music by Kyle Carpenter & Wilder Adkins Cover Art by Chris Koelle Subscribe to Good Grit Magazine: https://goodgritmag.com/subscribe Use the promo code GRITTY to get 20% off your order.

This is Episode 4 of Rachel's Story, part of Mencap's Treat me well campaign.Transcript: Announcer: You are now listening to Episode 4 of Rachel’s story, part of Mencap’s Treat me well campaign. Every episode of Rachel’s story is based on real experiences of people with a learning disability who have been to hospital. If you haven’t listened to previous episodes, please go back to Episode 1 to hear Rachel’s story from the beginning. Med Professional: Rachel, come with me, quickly.Rachel: I’m not sure who it was, but they rushed me out of the room. I didn’t know what was happening. The doctor was talking so fast. They rushed me to another room. Where is my hospital passport? And where is my dad? I wanted to ask but couldn’t get the words out.Med Professional: So sorry for the delay and the mixup but we’ve just been backed up with different requests. I’ve managed to get you in to get a CT scan so we can see whether or not you’ve got appendicitis or if it’s just maybe just a fever along with some gastrointestinal problems.Rachel: When we got there, I saw this big machine. You could lie down inside it. They wanted me to lie down so that I could go in the machine.No one told me what’s gonna happen. I wished that nurse from before was here.Med Professional: Now if you’ll just get on the table, we’ll get you into the CT scan so we can…. Rachel: I don’t like little places. They scare me. And my dad wasn’t there. I can’t understand what this person was saying.I couldn’t help it. I started to get upset. They tried to get in the machine. I screamed and I ran.Announcer: This is the end of Episode 4.Rachel’s story is a combination of experiences that real people with a learning disability have had in hospital. Rachel’s experiences in this episode are based on Desmond’s story. To read Desmond’s story and to find out more about Treat me well, our campaign for better hospital care, please visit www.mencap.org.uk/treatmewell.Sign up to campaign emails on the website to get the next episode. Thank you. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Chris Spangle and Greg Lenz sit down to talk to Claude “Woody” Wood and Linda Martel of Indianapolis, IN about the death of Woody’s daughter Rachel Wood while an inmate in Indiana prisons. It is is a difficult story that shows us the tragic results of an inhumane system. Be sure to read the coverage of this story in the South Bend Tribune by Virginia Black. This was originally episode 91 of We Are Libertarians.

This is Episode 3 of Rachel's Story, part of Mencap's Treat me well campaign.Transcript:Announcer: You are now listening to Episode 3 of Rachel’s story, part of Mencap’s Treat me well campaign. Too many people with a learning disability face problems when they go to hospital. We want to change this. Every episode of Rachel’s story is based on real experiences of people with a learning disability who have been to hospital. If you haven’t listened to previous episodes, please go back to Episode 1 to hear Rachel’s story from the beginning. Rachel: I’m lucky that my pharmacist knows me really well. She helped calm me down. She says things in a way I can understand. She called my dad so that he could go with me. Blood tests make me feel really nervous. I told the nurse I had a learning disability. The nurse said they had had training last month in helping people with a learning disability. I had brought my hospital passport with me, and the nurse read everything inside it.Nurse: Now Rachel, I’m going to feel this part of your arm to find a vein first. Is that OK? Then we’ll put this rubber band on your arm to make it easier for us to get the blood. I’m going to take this small needle and then we’ll quickly put it in the vein and get the blood.Rachel: The nurse told me everything she was going to do with the blood test, but she noticed that my head felt hot. I told her my stomach was hurting all of the time now. The nurse looked worried. So did my dad. She said we can’t wait for the blood test results.Nurse: I’m going to see what I can do to get a scan for you, Rachel. I think it’s going to take too long to get the blood test results.Rachel: My dad and I were waiting in the lobby. He went to the toilets and while he was in the toilet, they called my name. Announcer: This is the end of Episode 3.Rachel’s story is a combination of experiences that real people with a learning disability have had in hospital. Rachel’s experiences in this episode are based on Nick’s story. To read Nick’s story and to find out more about Treat me well, our campaign for better hospital care, visit www.mencap.org.uk/treatmewellSign up to campaign emails on the website to get the next episode. Thank you. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

David tells Julia, Charlie, and Steve everything he knows. Afterwards, Roland demands they fortify the house. While doing so, David comes to the realization that the crazy man weilding an axe is someone he knows!Music:"Thunder Dreams," "Wounded," Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/"trim" by Elderich T'Challa @ reverbnation.com/nemesisblack"Rachel's Story" by Dmix music @ dmixmusic.com

This is Episode 2 of Rachel's story, part of our Treat me well campaign at Mencap.Sign up to get more episodes and hear about our campaign, Treat me well, at mencap.org.uk/treatmewell.=====TranscriptAnnouncer: You are now listening to Episode 2 of Rachel's Story, part of Mencap's Treat Me Well Campaign.Too many people with a learning disability face problems when they go to hospital. We want to change this. Every episode of Rachel's story is based on real experiences of people with a learning disability who've been to hospital. If you haven't listened to previous episodes, please go back to Episode 1 to hear Rachel's story from the beginning.Rachel: I calmed down and the doctor pushed on my stomach. It hurt so much. The doctor mumbled something but I couldn't understand what it was.Doctor: Does it hurt there? Or there? How about there? It could be appendicitis or could just be some gastrointestinal issues. You don't seem to have a fever so we'll get you a blood test.Rachel: I left the room with two pieces of paper: one green, one white. Honestly, I didn't know where to go. The doctor told me, but I couldn't remember. One of the papers was for the pharmacist. The other was for the blood test. But which one? And where should I go first? The hospital was loud and busy. I just had to leave. I remember my pharmacy gives me green papers, so I thought maybe I should go there first. Soon, I was at the pharmacy near my house. I go there a lot so they they know me.Pharmacist: Hello Rachel! How are you today? You don't look too well.Rachel: I told her about my stomach and what happened at A&E.Pharmacist: Your stomach hurts? On your side? You feel a little bit warm. You might be getting a fever. Now, let's have a look at this prescription. Well, I can tell you this medication won't work well with the pills you are already on.Rachel: She looked worried. She told me I was supported to take the form to the receptionist. I started to get upset. My stomach was still hurting. I didn't know what to do. What's wrong with me?Announcer: This is the end of Episode 2. Rachel's story is a combination of experiences that real people with a learning disability have had in hospital. Rachel's experiences in this episode are based on Anne G's story. To read Anne G's story and to find out more about Treat me well, our campaign for better hospital care, please visit www.mencap.org.uk/treatmewell. Sign up to campaign emails on the website to get the next episode.Thank you. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week, Rachel Duff, a single mom, shares her postpartum story. She opens up about a lot of difficult issues, including miscarriage, relationship issues with her ex-fiance, money troubles, and self-harming. Trigger warning: during her darkest days, Rachel cut herself with a blade. In January, she started taking Wellbutrin and she is starting to emerge from the darkness. This is an intense, inspiring episode. Thank you, Rachel, for being so brave and honest. Show notes are available at PPDadventures. My memoir is also now available as an ebook on Amazon. Just search for Adventures with Postpartum Depression if you want to buy the ebook to support my work. The intro music is "Cute" by Bensound.com. Email Courtney@PPDadventures.com if you would like to share your story on a future episode. Thank you for listening and I hope you have a lovely week.

It was a fun filled Easter weekend complete with church, lots of candy, failed attempts at family Easter pictures and Opa’s famous Oster Brot (German for Easter Bread).  Then the Holy Spirit hijacked our podcast plans (which He is always welcome to do) and Rachel shares her story of drug rehab, her search for purpose and the day she found Jesus!

This is Episode 1 of Rachel's story, part of our Treat me well campaign at Mencap.Sign up to get more episodes and hear about our campaign, Treat me well, at http://mencap.org.uk/treatmewell.=====TranscriptAnnouncer: You are now listening to Episode 1 of Rachel’s story, part of Mencap’s Treat Me Well campaign. Too many people with a learning disability face obstacles when they go to hospital. We want to change this.Every episode of Rachel’s story is based on real experiences of people with a learning disability who have been to hospital.Rachel: Do you remember the last time you had a stomach ache? It’s usually nothing serious, right. I didn’t think it was weird one Sunday when my stomach started to hurt a little bit. I couldn’t eat my lunch, even though it was my favourite – cheese on toast. But then the bottom of my stomach started really hurting. That’s when I knew I should probably tell someone. My name is Rachel and I live on my own. I have a support worker and my parents visit once a week. But my support worker wasn’t going to come until Tuesday. And I could feel the pain getting worse. I went to A&E because I wasn’t sure where else to go. It was loud. A lot was going on. Sometimes when there is too much noise, I get upset. So, after I checked in, I tried to ask the person at reception if there was a quiet place to wait.Receptionist: I’m sorry but we don’t have any other places to sit apart from the waiting room. If you really need a quiet place, I’m afraid you’ll have to go outside. Next!Rachel: I looked outside. It was raining hard. I took the form and went to a corner of the room. Filling out the forms was difficult. There were lots of long words. I have a learning disability and I didn’t have a person to ask for help. The receptionist seemed too busy and I didn’t want to bother him again. So I did my best. I waited until the doctor called me in. The doctor seemed really busy. I tried to explain that my stomach was really badly hurting. They asked me some questions I didn’t understand.Doctor: Do you have any existing gastrointestinal conditions? Could you be pregnant? It could be a number of things causing your abdominal issues. What I’m going to do is do some basic physical tests, we’ll get you a blood test, and I’ll give you a prescription for a painkiller.Rachel: When the doctor lifted up my shirt, I jumped really badly. I didn’t understand what they were trying to do. Everything was happening fast.Doctor: Oh! Don’t worry! I’m just checking your abdominal area. Sorry about that!Rachel: I was trying not to panic. But I could feel myself getting more and more anxious.Announcer: This is the end of Episode 1. Rachel's story is combination of experiences that real people with a learning disability have had in hospital. Rachel’s experiences in this episode are based on Anne G’s story.To read Anne G’s story and to find out more about Treat me well, our campaign for better hospital care, please visit www.mencap.org.uk/TreatMeWell. Sign up to campaign emails on the website to get the next episode. Thank you. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It was moving to hear Ben and Rachel Bowen speak to our church about their trust in God despite such a dramatic and unexpected trial. Rachel experienced sudden cardiac arrest during a church service at North Avenue a little over a month ago. Hearing how God has worked in their lives and in their marriage since this happened was an amazing glimpse into the goodness of God in in and through the sufferings of His people. Listen and be enriched!

From fear to hope is a story of a young girl who was in a German concentration camp. She lost all hope as she saw her friends and many others who were taken daily to the gas chambers to be killed. One day it happened. Hope stepped in and changed her life. Listen to this story. It will stoke in you hope no matter what your situation is.

This story was shared by Rachel Shirley at the December 13, 2015 worship gathering of Christ Community Church of the South Hills.

Mind ambassador Anna Williamson talks to Rachel about her experience of being restrained in hospital. Join our campaign http://www.mind.org.uk/crisiscare

Heart FM's Matt Wilkinson talks to Rachel about mental health crises and crisis services. Read the transcript of this podcast: http://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/your-stories/mind-podcast-getting-care-in-a-mental-health-crisis Find out more about crisis care services: http://ow.ly/PnMVI

When faced with the prospect of building a family as a single woman, it can be overwhelming the choices we actually have. What do we really want? This is the process Rachel Lehmann-Haupt, author of “In Her Own Sweet Time,” is currently in, as she decides — as a woman turning 40 — what the right choice for her is. Keep looking for a partner? Use her frozen eggs? Inseminate now? We also talk to Christy Jones, founder of Extend Fertility, about the egg-freezing process. This is a former "Choosing Single Motherhood" online radio show hosted by Mikki Morrissette in August 2009.