Show Notes
In this episode, we meet Dena Kaplan, a devoted mother, performer and artist. Dena shares her health struggles with a debilitating medical condition called PMDD (premenstrual dysphoric disorder), the physical and emotional pain caused by this condition and the global impact it had on her life and career. As a dynamic and dedicated performer, Dena had to make a massive lifestyle change. Join us as Dena shares her journey to recovery, hope and healing; and as she sheds light on the traumas and struggles faced along the way. You won’t want to miss this!
00:00:00-Introduction 00:01:52-Meet Dena Kaplan, a mother, a performer and artist 00:06:21-Health struggles and seeking help 00:12:44-Breaking point 00:14:41-Rehabilitation 00:17:02-Journey of hope and healing 00:19:30-Finding love and pregnancy journey 00:24:57-First child 00:25:51-Dena’s strength 00:27:20-Conclusion
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