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Kristine’s Story: More hopeful, helpful, and a better mom
Kristine was struggling. A while after she had her second son she started not wanting to be around her older son. It was a terrible feeling, and she knew she needed help overcoming it. She saw her family doctor who said this was likely a postpartum feeling from her first pregnancy and put her on medication. Then she developed anxiety which hit her really hard. She didn’t want to leave the house. The kids became her safe zone and the only way she would leave the house was with her kids. At this point her doctor suggested that meds cannot fix this, she needed to talk to someone and was sent to an RDPCN Mental Health Counsellor.
The counsellor provided Kristine with lots of resources. They started with breathing exercises. Kristine would set a timer on her phone at least 15 times per day to remind her to stop and take deep breaths. The counsellor and Kristine had practiced over the phone to ensure Kristine knew the technique. This really helped. Kristine states “When I was anxious, I would forget to breathe. My breaths were very shallow.” The counsellor also encouraged her to take time for herself through activities such as yoga or baths. She also encouraged her to change her outlook by thinking of the positive things about going out by herself and having a break from her kids. This really helped her to think of this as a fun outing instead of a scary have-to-do. Reflecting on the information she learned about anxiety, Kristine thinks she has had anxiety all of her life.
Kristine started a Facebook nutrition challenge in January where healthy eating, exercise, drinking water and other healthy habits were presented in a fun and competitive way. As these are all aspects of self-care, they have been very positive for Kristine. Her husband stated between the counsellor and the challenge I can see the light back in your eyes. Kristine’s relationship with her older son is much improved. He spent some play time with relatives where he received their undivided attention. He also started school which absorbs some of his endless energy. These changes along with Kristine’s healing have made a big difference.
Overall Kristine feels much more hopeful and healthier and that she is a better mom. She feels she has come through the darkness to enjoy her life and family.
Read more stories from the RDPCN.
The Red Deer Regional Health Foundation has announced the winners of the 2024 Red Deer Hospital Lottery Dream Home and Tiny Home prize packages, as well as the Mega Bucks 50.
The Mega Bucks 50 jackpot reached $607,200.00, which makes Carolyn Pelerine of Cochrane, Alberta the winner of $303,600.00.
In addition, the luxurious Tree Hugger Tiny Home Prize Package, complete with accessories by Urban Barn and valued at $163,798.00, is now owned by Mary Vincent of Red Deer.
The coveted Sorento Dream Home Prize Package, which includes furnishings and accessories by Urban Barn and boasts a total value of $1,072,624.00, has been awarded to Maxine Rumohr of Sylvan Lake.
The highly anticipated draw took place at 10:00 a.m. Thursday at the Red Deer Regional Health Foundation office, located within the Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre, with an announcement following live on Facebook, allowing participants and supporters to join in the excitement virtually.
“We are delighted to congratulate the winners of this year’s Red Deer Hospital Lottery,” said Manon Therriault, Chief Executive Officer of the Red Deer Regional Health Foundation. “The funds raised from this lottery will significantly contribute to enhancing patient care and services at the Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who participated and supported this important cause.”
Proceeds from the Red Deer Hospital Lottery and Mega Bucks 50 will contribute to acquiring critically needed, state-of-the-art equipment for several units at the Red Deer Hospital.
This year’s lottery will fund equipment such as a phototherapy system, which allows parents to hold and soothe their infant while undergoing phototherapy, a cardiology case cart to monitor cardiac rhythms during stress testing, and other equipment to help provide excellent care for patients in the emergency and operating rooms at the Red Deer Hospital.
The winners of a variety of electronics were also drawn today. A full list of winners will be available in the coming days on the official lottery website at reddeerhospitallottery.ca. Prize winners who have not already been notified will receive a letter in the mail with instructions on how to claim their prizes.
The keys to the Sorento Dream Home and the Tree Hugger Tiny Home will be presented to the winners at a special ceremony this summer.
Now, during this momentous chapter in our history, we invite you to join us for the Grand Opening of the Sheldon Kennedy Centre of Excellence.
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