Introduction
Melissa Brewster is a Wellness Coach, lover of beautiful things and a mother. Melissa works with clients to achieve a lifestyle that aligns with their desires. Working with clients to make healthy lifestyle changes, managing personal goals to develop a whole new mindset. Melissa works with individuals and families to help them live their best lives.
As a mother Melissa and her husband have three daughters, Gemma, Gia and Gracie. Gia and Gracie have type 1 diabetes. Melissa shares her story of how she and Simon have adapted and developed new skills. A story of countering adversity, developing resiliency and managing all the up and downs of daily life.
Timings
02:34 I grew up in Batavia in New York State, USA. A small town where everyone knows everyone..
4:47 I studied in Bond University in Australia where I met my future husband.
5:29 I come from a family of strong women my grandmother, my mother and I have lots of cousins.
6:24 I stared working in Digital Marketing and consulting in the Lifestyle Space ....
9:39 Gia and Gracie have type 1 diabetes so they need injections of insulin. Their pancreases don't function , they are dormant.
12:05 Type 1 diabetes needs special handling.....
12:57 We discovered Gia was diabetic. We were on holiday in Thailand, Gia was inconsolable, her urination was out of control and she had excessive thirst ......
14:57 We returned to Hong Kong Gia had a distended stomach. At first the doctors didn't test her for diabetes. She was not getting better.....
16:05 After many delays the doctors informed me that my daughter has diabetes.... I felt cheated, angry, how can this happen to me .....
17:30 Signs to look for if you suspect diabetes... frequent urination, excessive thirst, nausea, drowsiness...... the test is easy.
18:20 I cried for three days.... We were hurting, it was a trauma.
20:10 We talked to other parents - there is information out there and we just need to share. There is hope .....
21:37 Friends and family got us through the trauma....... Doctors in the US helped us and gave us piece of mind.
24:00 Gracie was born in June she brought love and joy......
25:07 Gracie wad diagnosed with type 1 diabetes.. that's when we really broke.....how can this happen again...this can't be fair...
26:50 I fell to the ground, I was speechless.....we were always healthy.
29:26 Check their blood glucose 6-8 times a day. Food is measured .....Check their ketones....
31:36 In the past two years I'm getting my sleep in check.....
33:06 Very resilient ... you have to be resilient ... you have to be the kids biggest fan...Everyone would do the same.
34:21 Regular appointments at the doctors....Diet to reduce inflammation....Always articles to read.
35:40 I enjoy working out .... bar class.... yoga.....How our home looks...Wine....
37:09 Emotional Freedom Technique - Tapping.....Mindfulness..... has helped me.
39:13 Me time 10-15 m before the children get up ....
40:10 Youth Diabetes Action - a great channel for support ... raises money for families who lack resources.....
42:46 I enjoy wellness Coaching
45:43 I like to be in control.... Accept what you can't change. Focus on the positive
47:35 Billboard: "Kindness, Smiling and Love"
Contact Melissa
Website: https://www.concinnityconcept.com
Email: melissa@concinnityconcept.com
WhatsApp: +852.9528.2436
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