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Podcasts
An Meaningful Conversation about Huntington’s on the HD Insights Podcast
Kevin Gregory host of the HD Insights Podcast got beyond the surface level and asked some really in-depth questions about living with Huntington's disease in the family. This is a podcast you don’t want to miss! I am so grateful for the opportunity to speak about such...
One Woman’s Relentless Search for Happiness on the Embrace Simplified Podcast
I spoke with host Kirsti Stubbs on the Embrace Simplified podcast about my journey to becoming a mom, the hardships of genetic testing, the pain of infertility and the reason why I wrote a book about it all. You can listen to it HERE.
A Discussion about Writing and the Release of my Memoir on the Between the Lines Podcast
If you could have written any book, which book would it be? What kind of music do you listen to while you write? What is your theory on writers block? I had the pleasure of answering these questions and more on the Between the Lines podcast with host Randy Lacey. We...
Talking About Having Kids on We Have a Voice Radio
I spoke to host Kevin Jess on We Have a Voice radio today about the complicated decision to have children when they are at risk for a genetic disease. You can check it out HERE.
Genetic Testing and Family Planning on Help4HD Live! Radio Show
I spoke to host Lauren Holder about genetic testing, family planning and my new book. You can listen to a replay of the show by clicking HERE.
A Patient’s Perspective on Genetic Testing on the KevinMD Podcast
Living life as gene positive for Huntington's disease and means I know what my future holds. I spoke to Kevin Pho about the impacts my diagnosis has on my life, my experience with the medical system, the ways I cope and so much more. You can hear the full interview on...
Articles
Your Home Study Interview: 5 Tips To Help You Deal with Tricky Topics
It’s been years now but I still remember it, my husband and I sitting on an uncomfortable sofa across from our adoption practitioner at our first home-study interview. I was so nervous I had already begun to sweat. I had a secret and I was terrified of what would...
A Patient’s Perspective on Genetic Testing
I was sitting in a cold hospital room next to my husband, anxiously clutching his hand. The genetic counselor across from us withdrew a piece of paper from a white envelope and placed it on the table. She knew we were anxious to hear the results, so she got right to...
Erin Paterson: From HD to Happiness
I was sitting on the edge of the bed at 9am staring at the hardwood floor. It was almost time to start work, but I couldn’t gather the strength to move. I had no idea how I was going to make it through the next five minutes let alone an entire day. Lifting...
The Powerful Phrase I Wish I’d Known During My Infertility Journey
We were on our way to meet some friends at our favorite Italian restaurant downtown. A welcome distraction on a Friday night. I sat in the passenger seat of the car mindlessly staring out the window as we passed by the row of small businesses lining the street. The...
Erin’s Story – Featured on the U.K. Blog @youmeandhd
I was sitting on the edge of the bed at 9am staring at the hardwood floor. It was almost time to start work but I couldn't gather the strength to move. I had no idea how I was going to make it through the next five minutes let alone an entire day. Lifting myself from...
The Day I Summoned the Courage to Update My LinkedIn Profile
We were settling down in the living room to relax after putting our daughter to bed for the night. I was sitting on the leather sofa with my legs curled up next to me. The setting sun was shining through the front windows, casting a warm glow across a wall filled with...
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Appearances
November 2021: Speaking About Family Planning at YPAHD DAY
I will be speaking on the family planning panel at YPAHD day again this year. My focus will be on adopting when you have Huntington's Disease in the family. I will give a brief overview of the adoption process and some tips for how to navigate tricky subjects, like...
October 2021: “That’s What She Said” Speaker Series
Have you ever had to make a difficult decision? A choice you knew in the moment could change your life forever? I will be speaking at the virtual That's What She Said speakers series hosted by Kick-ass Ladies. Friday December 10th, 7pm EST That’s What She Said is an...
October 2020: Guest Speaker at the HD Reach Virtual Support Group
I am pleased to share that I have been invited by HD Reach to speak at their next support group meting which will be hosted on Zoom. Thursday October 15th at 7:00pm EST
Sept 2020: Discussing Family Planning with YPAHD on Facebook Live
Last week I was happy to share my family planning journey with Young People Affected by Huntington's Disease (YPAHD) members on a Facebook live. We spoke about adopting when you are at risk or have tested gene positive for Huntington’s Disease. We answered these...
Happenings
All Good Things – Ebook Now Available
I am incredibly excited to let you know that the ebook version of, All Good Things, is now available on Amazon. I can’t even explain how amazing it feels that my book has finally been released after four years of hard work. Here is a little bit about the book: Erin...
Book Cover Reveal for All Good Things: A Memoir
I am excited to finally share the cover of my new book being released this fall. Here is a little bit about it… All Good Things: A Memoir About Genetic Testing, Infertility and One Woman’s Relentless Search for Happiness. Erin Paterson always expected she’d get...
From Where I Stand – A Monthly Column about Huntington’s Disease
I am so excited to announce that I will be writing a monthly column about my experiences with Huntington's Disease. The column is called "From Where I Stand" and will be published on Huntingtonsdiseasenews.com. My first post will be out by the end of the month.
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