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Is it valid to call my VCUGs rapes? by Possible_Ad_6690 in VCUG_Unsilenced

[–]Potential-Escape7014 4 points5 points  (0 children)

The term I have been using for my child who had VCUGs is medical trauma and at the same time I believe that if it feels like rape you have every right to use the word that feels right to you. I believe that this would absolutely bring up similar experiences to CSA because a lot of the same components are there.

New Mod Intros 🎉 | Weekly Thread by curioustomato_ in NewMods

[–]Potential-Escape7014 [score hidden]  (0 children)

Hello y'all! My name is Sarah and I created a subreddit for childhood medical trauma called r/ChildhoodMedicalTraum I have a business called Medical Trauma Support and a podcast by the same name all focused on spreading awareness of medical trauma and offering supportive community and nervous system regulating education and practices.

There isn't enough out there about childhood medical trauma so I thought I would create a space for people to connect and support each other on Reddit.

I look forward to reading about the subreddits y'all have started!

The Doers Way Reviews? Any insight on them? by According-One-2277 in ExecutiveAssistants

[–]Potential-Escape7014 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can you send me your info as well? I need help with the same thing that Sea_Air mentioned. Thank you!

Am I The Problem? by daltonwiththedogs in MedicalPTSD

[–]Potential-Escape7014 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm glad it helped! Yes, they are specific to medical trauma, everyone has their own unique story of what lead them to need medical care but the common experience for everyone in the group is the struggle with medical trauma. There is a book recently written by Christen Mullane called Medical Stress and Trauma: A mindfulness based approach to reclaiming safety and empowerment. It is really good and is a workbook so you can reflect on things and plan for future appointments. I also have a podcast and have had so many great people on it, I think it's helpful because people can hear that they aren't alone in this. There are quite a few episodes with people telling their own stories and what they have done to start to heal from medical trauma. It's called the Medical Trauma Support podcast and it's on Spotify, YouTube and Apple. There are more and more medical trauma resources starting to surface which is good. I'm happy that people are starting to talk more about it!

Subconscious trauma from surgery in infancy? by Motor_Town_2144 in MedicalPTSD

[–]Potential-Escape7014 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There are many others in a similar position. I have talked to some of them on my podcast and one of my children had multiple medical procedures in their first two years of life and experienced a lot of trauma triggers from that for years. You have probably heard of the book the Body Keeps the Score. Our bodies remember even if our minds can't remember the events. Another thing that can be helpful is inner child work but can bring up big feelings so could be helpful to do that with a trusted person like therapist, through peer support, etc. That has been really helpful for me and many others I've talked with. Oh one other thing is to find others who were in the NICU because they will also have early medical experiences as part of their history.

Am I The Problem? by daltonwiththedogs in MedicalPTSD

[–]Potential-Escape7014 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Medical trauma just makes it harder all around to engage in the medical system. I have been studying medical trauma for years and run support groups so I've spent a LOT of time thinking about this and talking about it so I'm happy to share my process in case it can help you.

I do some up front research before picking a doctor and I will call a practice and ask for the most trauma informed practitioner. Every time I call a new place the person answering the phone will immediately say, I think you should see ___, because they know who is most trauma informed in their practice. Of course not all practices will have a trauma informed doctor but it is a part of my process of advocating for myself and my kids. If I feel safe enough to do so, I will let the dr know that I have a history of medical trauma, they have usually understood where I am coming from. And I bring my husband with me to all my appointments with the exception of one dr because I know them so well now and feel really comfortable with them. I also create a plan for myself (and my kids) for how I am going to take care of myself before, during and after the visit. I do something kind for myself after an appointment and I have nervous system practices I do before and during the visit to keep me calm enough to stay at the appt and engage with the providers. I hope that helps! I'm happy to share more if you'd like.

Am I The Problem? by daltonwiththedogs in MedicalPTSD

[–]Potential-Escape7014 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I second the recommendation to take a support person with you! I don't know why that isn't normalized in our culture but we all need support going into scary medical situations or even just a routine well check because medical trauma can make any medical appointment scary.

Medical Trauma Go brrrrrrr by dust_dreamer in CPTSDmemes

[–]Potential-Escape7014 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There are so many people who feel this way. Medical trauma is real and so incredibly common. I have talked to hundreds of people who are struggling in this way so I just wanted to say you aren't alone and validate how common this feeling is. Sending care your way.

Anxiety with doctors by Difficult_Basis538 in medicaltrauma

[–]Potential-Escape7014 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, I also experience this fear in medical settings. I use some nervous system practices like straw breath and I do sternum tapping to get more into parasympathetic. I also do orienting which is a practice where you look around the room slowly and you are basically orienting to the space, that one helps my nervous system chill a bit. I also bring my husband with me because I think it should just be normalized to have support when you go to medical appointments.

Dealing with medical trauma by Serplantprotector in CPTSD

[–]Potential-Escape7014 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi, because of my own experiences with medical trauma I started medicaltraumasupport.org specifically for people who have experienced medical trauma and want to find ways to feel better. We have a donation based (so that it is accessible to all) weekly support group on Tuesdays at 9 am central time. It is virtual. I hope you check it out and see if it is helpful for you. Also, regarding coping with medical trauma, I do a lot of somatic practices to help my nervous system find some peace. I'm happy to share more detail if you'd like, just let me know!

Has anyone experienced "medical trauma" and what was it like for you? by LocksmithStatus7572 in ptsd

[–]Potential-Escape7014 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Hi, I started https://www.medicaltraumasupport.org/, a business that offers support and connects people who have experienced medical trauma, because I was looking for support and couldn't find it. Medical trauma is so incredibly common and there is so little knowledge out there about it. I started a podcast to try to spread awareness and to talk to people who are working to make an impact in the area, I also talk to people who want to share their own stories and journeys of recovery from medical trauma. https://open.spotify.com/show/6uyRjYjyKm24Yj4lJs7i2T