Episode 96 - Amanda's story - A Mother's Journey with Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever

Episode 96 - Amanda's story - A Mother's Journey with Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever

From The Mama Sisterhood by Heather Evans

January 26, 2026 · 37 min · Season 3 · Episode 21

About this episode

Amanda shares her journey as a mother navigating her son's hospitalization and recovery from Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever while managing other responsibilities.

In this episode, I talk with Amanda, a mom whose 10-year-old son was hospitalized with Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever after developing severe headaches, fever, and a rash. What first appeared to be a typical illness quickly led to a hospital stay and a long journey to recovery. Amanda shares what it was like navigating uncertainty, advocating for her son, and supporting him through his journey, all while balancing other children and running her own business. While he is now doing much better physically, she opens up about the ongoing ADHD and anxiety he continues to manage following his illness. The conversation also explores work/life balance, the importance of leaning on your village, and that overall, you do what is best for your family. Learn more about Amanda's business, Empower Your Pelvis, virtual support for pelvic health: coaching.empoweryourpelvis.com IG: empower.your.pelvis

People in this episode

Host: Heather Evans

Guest: Amanda

Topics covered

  • Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever
  • motherhood
  • advocacy
  • mental health
  • work/life balance
  • parenting

Keywords

  • Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever
  • ADHD
  • anxiety
  • motherhood
  • parenting
  • work/life balance
  • health advocacy

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Empower Your Pelvis

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