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Love, Hope, Lyme PodcastAuthor: Fred Diamond
When Fred Diamond decided to learn more about the Lyme disease that afflicted someone he loved, his life changed. He read every book on Lyme, joined Facebook groups, attended webinars and podcasts and quickly realized that he knew hardly anything about what Lyme disease survivors go through on a daily basis. His popular book, "Love, Hope, Lyme: What Family Members, Partners, and Friends Who Love a Chronic Lyme Survivor Need to Know" offers those who love someone with Lyme ideas and tips to support this beloved person. This podcast supports the lessons learned in the book. The book features a foreword by the top Lyme doctor on the planet, Dr. Richard Horowitz. If someone you love has been afflicted with Lyme disease epidemic, listen to this podcast now. Language: en-us Genres: Health & Fitness, Medicine Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Understanding Pediatric Lyme and the Family Impact with Dr. Somer DelSignore
Monday, 2 March, 2026
What happens when Lyme disease steals a child's health and a family's sense of normal? In this powerful episode of the Love, Hope, Lyme Podcast, Fred Diamond speaks with Dr. Somer Delsignore, CEO and Founder of Hudson Valley Integrative Health and a member of International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society (ILADS), about the hidden realities of pediatric Lyme disease. Dr. Somer specializes in neuro-immune conditions in children and adolescents, uncovering root causes behind complex autoimmune and psychiatric symptoms related to tick-borne illness. Together, Fred and Dr. Somer explore what no one tells parents at diagnosis — including: Why the Lyme journey is rarely linear The guilt many parents carry — and why it's misplaced Gaslighting, medical trauma, and rebuilding trust The emotional toll of identity loss and grief in chronic illness How schools can better support children with fluctuating symptoms Navigating family dynamics when others "don't see" the illness Realistic hope vs. toxic positivity Dr. Somer also shares insights on congenital Lyme, teenage independence during chronic illness, caregiver burnout, and how small wins become powerful milestones in long-term healing. This episode is especially important for parents of children and teens with Lyme disease — but it will resonate with any caregiver navigating chronic illness. As Dr. Somer reminds us, "Hope isn't toxic positivity. Stability is success." If you or someone you love is walking this road, this conversation offers clarity, compassion, and grounded hope. 👉 Subscribe for more conversations that support Lyme survivors and the people who love them. #LoveHopeLyme #PediatricLyme #ChronicIllness #LymeDisease #CaregiverSupport Order "Love, Hope, Lyme: What Family Members, Partners and Friends Who Love a Chronic Lyme Survivor Need to Know" on Amazon. The PDF is always free. Contact Fred Diamond on Facebook or LinkedIn.
