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From Coma to Comeback: A Mother & Son’s Journey Through a Traumatic Brain Injury
From Coma to Comeback: A Mother & Son’s Journey Through a Traumatic Brain Injury
From Coma to Comeback: A Mother & Son’s Journey Through a Traumatic Brain Injury
Wednesday 3rd April 2024
Hear the inspiring journey of Sam Smalldon and his mum Jill as they navigate recovery after a traumatic brain injury in 'Rehabilitationships'.
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Episode Overview
- Sam Smalldon sustained a traumatic brain injury in a car accident.
- He spent 100 days in Mary Free Bed's Pediatric Inpatient Rehabilitation Program.
- Jill Smalldon turned her grief into determination to support her son's recovery.
- Riley Friends shared milestones from Sam's rehabilitation journey.
- The episode offers advice for parents facing similar challenges.
"I just flipped it around and lit the fire within me to do everything I could to help him recover"
Imagine waking up to find your life turned upside down by a car accident. That's what happened to Sam Smalldon, a teenager who sustained a traumatic brain injury in a devastating crash. In this heartwarming episode of 'Rehabilitationships', we hear from Sam and his mum, Jill, as they recount their incredible journey of recovery. Hosted by Chris Mills, the episode features a candid conversation with Sam, Jill, and Riley Friends, Sam's speech-language pathologist at Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation.
Sam spent 100 days in the Mary Free Bed Kids Pediatric Inpatient Rehabilitation Program, working tirelessly to regain his strength and abilities. Jill shares her emotional rollercoaster, from the initial shock and fear to finding the inner strength to support her son's recovery. She describes how she transformed her sorrow into determination, saying, "I just flipped it around and lit the fire within me to do everything I could to help him recover".
Riley Friends provides an insider's perspective on Sam's progress, recalling the small but significant milestones that marked his journey back to health. From opening his eyes to eating a hot Cheeto as his first solid food, each step was a testament to Sam's resilience and the unwavering support of his family and medical team. This episode isn't just about medical recovery; it's about the power of family, love, and sheer determination.
Jill offers advice for other parents facing similar challenges: take it day by day, allow yourself moments to grieve, but channel your energy into supporting your child's recovery. If you're looking for a story that combines medical insight with heartfelt emotion, this episode is a must-listen. It reminds us all that even in the darkest times, hope and perseverance can lead to incredible outcomes.
Tune in to hear how Sam defied the odds and what lies ahead for this inspiring young man.