In Episode 36 of Our Invisible Life Podcast, Laura and Kendra talk with Michelle Bortnick about her personal experience with a chromosomal abnormality and the mystery of her daughters chronic illness. Michelle is a wife and mother of three young children: Ellie, Abby, and Max. Professionally, she enjoys teaching math to middle schoolers and in her spare time, she loves to be with her family, especially in Disney World! Michelle is also an advocate for women’s health, especially reproductive freedom. This is partially driven by her personal journey with a chromosomal abnormality, which has affected her ability to have children. She’s also happy to offer support to other families with children with complex medical needs after all she has experienced with her middle child.

Episode Resources:

Eosinophilic esophagitis

United Healthcare Children's Foundation

Campaign Urging Research for Eosinophilic Disease

Michigan Children's Special Health Care Services

⁠Michigan Children's Waiver Program⁠

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