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Shunt Happens—But Shunts Matter.
In 2019, I nearly lost my life after medical negligence allowed my damaged shunt to go untreated for almost two years. That experience changed how I live and inspired me to turn Shunt Happens into an advocacy platform for our shunted community—raising awareness of hydrocephalus, sharing our stories, and emphasizing how important these life-saving devices are.
Because shunts may be small, but their role in our lives is anything but.
The scars tell my story. The life I rebuilt gives it purpose.
Please consult your medical team before making any health decisions.
My story is not medical advice. 💙
What I’ve Lived Through (And Learned)
This isn’t just a blog—it’s my real life. From navigating hydrocephalus and epilepsy to rebuilding my life after brain surgery, every part of this journey has shaped who I am today. If you’re walking a similar path, you’re not alone.
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The Diagnosis Came—But So Did the Adventures
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After multiple brain surgeries, I found myself starting over in every sense of the word—learning to walk, heal, and rebuild. Somewhere between frustration and faith, I decided to take control of my story instead of letting it control me. Shunt Happens is my way of showing that healing isn’t linear, strength doesn’t always look graceful, and humor can exist even in the hardest chapters. This is my story—not defined by a diagnosis, but by determination.