Although Newborn Screening Awareness month has passed, it is and will always be something that I will talk about on my blog.  The key to saving children with congenital hypothyroidism is newborn screening.  I am honored to share a personal story from Jessica Wade, a friend and fellow blogger, who I met through the MAGIC Foundation's private group for parents of children with congenital hypothyroidism.  Her story is one of pain and heartbreak but also of hope and change.  Jessica and I share a desire for more research, better screening standards and overall improved care of children with congenital hypothyroidism.  You will learn from and be inspired by her story. Why is newborn screening for Congenital Hypothyroidism so important? Getting … [Read more...]