Tiffany Yu is passionate about supporting parents of tube-fed children, and she does so by providing awareness of adaptive equipment and accessories along with helpful tips and tricks — all borne out of the love for her child, Magnus. Magnus was small but his legacy is mighty; he built an empire of his own in the short time he was alive. Sadly, and unexpectedly, Magnus passed away only 17 days after our interview. We discuss Tiffany's passion project of Tubie2Go, normalizing tube feeding, among many other aspects of caring for children with complex needs, especially with respect to those who are undiagnosed. She shares with us how hard life can be caring for children like Magnus but just how incredibly lifechanging and heart warming it can be to anyone who is open to letting children like him into their lives.
Magnus' star can be found at:
- 7h 53m 13.16s
- 13° 1' 55.35"
Please consider supporting other families of tube-fed children in through Tubie2Go.
Check out this heartwarming video of Magnus dancing with his sister, Kylee.
Donations to Magnus' Memorial Fund can be made here.
Caring Conversations
Caring Conversations features the voices of those who care. We share stories, perspectives, and insights about the caregiving experience. In our current season, we’re following the journeys of those raising children with disabilities and complex needs, from childhood to adulthood. Your host Brenda Blais Nesbitt has navigated this road for over 28 years raising her daughter, Nikki who is severely disabled and medically complex. Brenda is an expert in caregiving and is very passionate about sharing the wisdom she has gained on her journey with her daughter.
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Brenda Blais Nesbitt is a master in advocating and navigating the confusing world of disability. Her personal experience has enhanced her ability to help others navigate the complexities of the healthcare system and excel in the challenging journey of caring for and loving those with complex needs. Beyond the lessons that motherhood and caregiving has brought into her life, Brenda is also a Board-Certified Patient Advocate, Peer Health Navigator, Certified Caregiver Consultant and Coach, and Certified Life Coach. Brenda has learned to embrace and adapt to the uncertainties that come with loving a family member with complex disabilities. She finds joy in sharing this wisdom via one-on-one and group coaching and consulting, speaking engagements, podcasts, and interviews through her business Coaching for Caregivers Canada. Her passion for all that she does was celebrated in 2019 as she was awarded the Caregiver of the Year Award through caregiving.com.