Episode 4: Parenting in the Valley — Living as a Victor, Not a Victim

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What is it like to be a parent when your body is failing and your children are facing the same diagnosis? Robert and Kelly Canfield join Austin Gardner for a powerful discussion on parenting through Pompe Disease.

Highlights:

• The Struggle of a Mama: Kelly shares the vulnerability of being unable to hold her babies like a "regular" mom and the mobility issues that changed her parenting style.
• The Duty of a Daddy: Robert discusses the "hot and heavy" moments of crisis and how he learned to take action—even taking on multiple jobs—to lead his family through the storm.
• The Theology of "Now": Understanding that God’s grace is sufficient for today and we aren't promised tomorrow.
• More Than Conquerors: How to keep your head in a crisis and ensure bitterness doesn't rob you of today's joy.

"Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life."

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