I Never Thought I’d Need Brain Surgery

If you had told me a year ago that I’d be writing this… I wouldn’t have believed you.

I’ve spent the past 8 years rebuilding my health and my happiness.

Becoming stronger… becoming the mum my children deserve… and building a business that lights me up. Supporting single mums through their own healing has become my passion. My purpose.

But recently… my body spoke louder than my mindset practices and healthy habits.

After years of numbness in my hands, chronic neck tension and unusual headaches… I finally pushed for answers. That led to an MRI. And that led to a diagnosis I hadn’t expected.

Chiari malformation.

In simple terms… my brain is too big for the space inside my skull. Part of it is pushing down towards my spine, causing compression and affecting the nerves that control my hands, balance and more.

And the recommended treatment… is brain surgery to create more space.

That sentence still feels unreal to write.

I’ve had surgeries before.

As a single mum.

As a woman who has always just figured things out on her own.

But this time feels different.

This time… my mum isn’t here to help me (she has incurable brain cancer).

This time… I’m in the middle of building the business I’ve dreamed of for years.

This time… I’m scared...

I don’t have a surgery date yet. I’m waiting for another MRI to check that my scoliosis surgery isn't affecting any of this...

Right now I’ve had to press pause on coaching.

Not forever. Just while I take care of the only brain I have.

I’m still working behind the scenes on the things I can do from bed or the couch… including finishing a few supportive resources for single mums. Things I’ve wanted to create for so long. So if you’re here for health, healing and finding your strength as a solo parent… you’re still in the right place.

I don’t know exactly how the next few months will unfold.

But I do know this…

I’m trusting that this is the answer to my prayers.

The path that leads to more energy, less pain and a future where I can keep showing up for my children… and for you.

Thank you, truly, for the love and messages and support.

They mean more than you know while I navigate this chapter.

I will keep sharing updates as I learn more.

And if you’re a single mum trying to hold everything together while your world feels heavy… I see you. You’re not alone 💖

Freya x