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Faith’s Story: How I Overcame Surgical Trauma & Found Self-Love

At Scarred & Fabulous, I celebrate the resilience of incredible women who transform surgical trauma into self-love and strength. Faith’s journey is a shining example of this transformation, and I’m so proud of the progress she has made. At 22, Faith faced a life-threatening medical emergency that left her navigating both physical and emotional scars. […]

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Parental Support: Mitigating Medical Trauma in Children

Do you have a child facing major surgery? This article isn’t here to alarm you but to raise awareness and provide parental support to those with children in hospitals. For child patients, Pediatric Medical Traumatic Stress (PMTS) is a real possibility that you should be aware of. Symptoms of PMTS can affect children long after

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Heal from Medical Trauma: Tools to Transform Your Recovery

Recovering from surgery trauma isn’t just about healing your body—it’s about reclaiming your mind, emotions, and confidence. If you’ve experienced surgical trauma, you know that the emotional scars can linger long after the physical one’s fade. Anxiety, anger, flashbacks, and feeling disconnected with yourself and your body, become daily struggles. I’ve been there. When I

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Setting Intentions for Growth and Self-Confidence in the New Year

As the new year begins, now is the perfect time to pause, reflect, and shape the life you want in 2025. For women navigating trauma symptoms, setting intentions can be a powerful step toward healing and empowerment. Setting intentions builds a sense of control and purpose for your life, especially if you have the tendency

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How Childhood Medical Trauma Shapes Emotional and Mental Health

Childhood medical trauma is a subject that often goes unnoticed, yet its impact can be profound and lasting. Defined as the psychological stress that arises from medical experiences—such as surgeries, chronic illnesses, or painful procedures—this trauma can significantly shape a child’s emotional and mental landscape.   The Prevalence of Childhood Medical Trauma   Recent studies

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