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My Life Is Fulfilling and I am Happy - by Shela Gilbert
My name is Shela, and this is my story. I was diagnosed with Turner syndrome (TS) when I was young, probably around four or five. At this...
We Can Do It! - by Gena Norquist
We Can Do It! This phrase was first coined by Rosie the Riveter during World War II, and it has been a mantra of sorts for me for many...
I'm Happy and I Love Being an Aunt! by Mallory Anderson
Hello! My name is Mallory. I was born a preemie at just 3lb 6oz. My pediatrician was an older doctor. He recognized some of the Turner...
Find Your Fire! - by Katie Cooper
I was diagnosed with Turner syndrome (TS) when I was nine, and I can say without a doubt it's been a health journey ever since. As a...
Keep Flying, Butterflies! - by Kristy McDonald
Hi, my name is Kristy McDonald. I am 34 years old. I was born hearing impaired, so I’ve worn hearing aids all my life. I was diagnosed...
Your Story Means More to Others than you Might Think - by Gloria Gilbert
My name is Gloria Gilbert. I am 19 and a senior in high school. I enjoy being outside and spending time with my youth group at various...
Both Give and Receive Help - by Leslie Heilig
Hi! My name is Leslie Heilig, and I was diagnosed with TS at the age of 16 (maiden name Garcia). I am 60 years old, and I retired from a...
My Parents Helped Me Create a Strong Foundation of Self-Esteem - by Laura Wuertle
Good Things Come in Small Packages! I was diagnosed with Turner syndrome (TS) as an infant thanks to my mom's persistence. After several...
People Will Love You for Who You Are - by Erin Theriault
My name is Erin Theriault. I am originally from San Diego, California. I have mosaic TS and was diagnosed before birth. I will be turning...
Good Things Come in Small Packages - by Adriana Garcia
My journey began when I was twelve and me and my twin sister had a doctor's appointment with our pediatrician to get our twelve-year-old...
Always Be Thankful for What You Have, Instead of Grieving What You Don't - by Alisabeth Catlett
I was diagnosed with Turner syndrome (TS) at birth. The doctor who delivered me had me checked immediately to confirm it. I started...
My Struggles Were Real, But Not a Burden - by Rebecca Nygaard
My Turner syndrome (TS) journey started before I was born as I was diagnosed in utero due to the miscarriage of my twin early on. It...
Don’t Let those Imposters in your Head Get to You - by Susan Hoffman
My name is Susan Hoffman, and here is my story. I am 54. I found out I had Turner syndrome (TS) (karyotype XO) when I was 14 and wasn’t...
I was Taught to Come Up with Solutions - by Barbara Deese
Hi, my name is Barbara Deese. I was diagnosed with Turner syndrome (TS) at 15 years old. I kept getting ear infections, and my primary...
I've Overcome Lots of Challenges - by Lacey Hicks
Hi! I’m Lacey, and I was diagnosed with Turner syndrome (TS) at 12. I was devastated at not being able to have kids. I was put on growth...
I'm a Pretty Positve Person - by Casey Marler
Hi, my name is Cassandra but to everyone I'm Casey! I was fortunate enough to be diagnosed with Turner syndrome (TS) before birth. The...
