Life after Cleft Palate Repair with Brittnie Hampson
Our Forever Smiles with Laura Arroyo · Laura Arroyo
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Show Notes
In this returning episode, Laura Arroyo sits down with Brittnie Hampson to continue the conversation about life after a surprise cleft palate diagnosis. Brittnie shares an honest look at raising her two-year-old daughter, Ava, and how her journey has evolved since her last appearance on the podcast. She opens up about the emotional shift from confidently breastfeeding her first two children to learning entirely new ways to feed a cleft-affected baby, and the steep learning curve that came with it.
Brittnie also shares how she's turned her experience into advocacy by educating nurses through "lunch and learn" sessions, helping medical teams better support cleft families from day one. She reflects on what she expected after Ava's surgery versus the realities of life after surgery, offering encouragement, validation, and practical insight for families navigating similar paths.
This episode is filled with honesty, growth, and hope for anyone walking the cleft journey.
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