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Article in The Independent: 'I'm afraid of how you'll judge me as a mother and as a person'

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Hello all,

I read this powerful and moving article in The Independent - wondered if anyone else had seen it:

independent.co.uk/News/long...

I love the illustrations too!

All the best,

Jessie x

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Spaghetti

I saw it following your post Jessie, thought it was wonderful.... good for showing how this illness can strike anyone, often unexpectedly.

xx Spaghetti

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I loved this article too Jessie! It's wonderfully described and explained. X

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Nicolaba

Such a great article- thanks for sharing. I wish I was brave enough to speak out like this and help break the stigma.

Nicola x

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BlueVelvet51

A great article and all helps to spread the word about this illness. Thank you for sharing.

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