Kelly's fundraising page

💜 My epilepsy journey - strap in, it’s a long read! 💜

In case you don’t know, back in 2018 I was diagnosed with epilepsy after a number of nocturnal grand mal seizures (seizures whilst sleeping). I thought I had it under control with medication, then I’d have another. Back to my neurologist and increased my medication, time would pass then another one, increase medication and so on an so forth.

All this time I was unable to drive. I was only a month or so away from being able to drive again and I had a seizure, awake, whilst at work - which then entails 12 months seizure free period required before I can drive again. I couldn’t begin to tell you how frustrating this was.

It also forced us to take a step back from our already struggling infertility journey while we got this under control.

It has now been 5 years and 8 months without a seizure (touch wood!). I’m still on a fairly heavy dose of medication each day, with the fear of decreasing it in case it brings back the seizures.

The fear NEVER leaves you. It’s always in the back of my mind, and if I make sudden weird movements or noises in my sleep, it can send Tim into a panic too. My fear was sky high when I was pregnant and when Matilda was a baby, the fear of having one whilst alone at home with her - dropping her, crushing her, being left to cry until I come too.

Please consider donating to help those who are affected, the carers and families of those who are affected. Any small amount helps!! Thankfully I didn’t need any help from Epilepsy WA but I know how helpful it can be to those who need it.

If you’ve read this far, thank you from the bottom of my heart 💜🫶

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Walk for epilepsy

Hello!

I’m proud to be taking part in Epilepsy WA’s annual Purple Walk 4 Epilepsy WA & Family Fun Day on Sunday, March 22, 2026 at Curtin University. I’m fundraising for a cause that means a great deal to me, and I’d love your support.

Epilepsy affects 1 in 25 West Australians, and more than 30,000 people in our state are living with this condition right now. For over 60 years, Epilepsy WA has been providing life-changing support services to individuals living with epilepsy, their families, and carers - often during some of the most challenging moments of their lives.

Despite their incredible impact, Epilepsy WA relies heavily on the generosity of our community to continue their work.

If you’re able, please consider making a secure online donation. Every contribution, big or small, helps keep vital services running and raise much needed awareness. You can also leave a message of encouragement on my page - your support truly means a lot.

Thank you for helping make a difference and for standing with Epilepsy WA as they support so many in our community. 💜

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