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26: The Hirschsprung’s Hour with Tom Richard - Episode 26
26: The Hirschsprung’s Hour with Tom Richard - Episode 26
26: The Hirschsprung’s Hour with Tom Richard - Episode 26
Wednesday 5th March 2025
Join Tom Richard as he chats with Gemma Kea about her inspiring journey in creating children's books for medical conditions.
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Episode Overview
- Gemma Kea shares her journey from struggling with a PowerPoint presentation to creating successful children's books.
- Her son Logan's diagnosis with 22q deletion inspired her to write and illustrate books.
- The first book went viral, leading to widespread success and recognition.
- The Abilities in Me Foundation aims to make medical information accessible to children.
- Gemma discusses future projects, including sensory packs for schools.
I just saw everything he did as an ability.
Tom Richard sits down with Gemma Kea, a mother of three, entrepreneur, and founder of the Abilities in Me Foundation. In this episode of The Hirschsprung’s Hour, Gemma shares her journey from struggling to create a simple PowerPoint presentation to becoming an author of children's books that help explain complex medical conditions. Her son Logan's diagnosis with 22q deletion inspired her to write and illustrate books that are now cherished worldwide.
Gemma talks about the challenges she faced, the support she received from her friend Elizabeth, and the viral success of her first book. She also highlights the importance of making these resources accessible to children and their families. Gemma's story is one of resilience and creativity, showing how determination and a bit of competitive spirit can lead to incredible achievements.
Tune in to hear about her experiences with the Abilities in Me Foundation, the creation of sensory packs for schools, and her plans for future projects. This episode is a testament to the power of community and the impact of making complex medical information accessible to young minds.