APS Awareness

Good Morning Forever Hope Family & Happy Monday!

I wanted to share something a little personal today. I’ve recently been featured and also found an amazing APS support group, and wow, what a journey of learning it has been. The more we dig into autoimmune conditions, the more we realize how complex and misunderstood they truly are.

My APS has not been easy to detect. For a long time, my tests were confusing, even coming back negative at times … which can make you question everything. Eventually, my markers did show, but were considered “low” ... something my medical aid didn’t fully recognize (more about that in my book).

What I’ve come to understand, through support and education, is this: once you meet the criteria for APS, you have it. It doesn’t simply disappear because of a test result. And it’s not just a blood clotting condition, there is so much more to it.

For me, one of the ways it shows up is through chilblains ... I often describe it as being “allergic to winter.” The cold brings inflammation, painful rashes, and discomfort that’s hard to put into words. Winter is something I approach with a lot of caution and preparation.

If you are living with APS or any autoimmune condition, I would truly love to hear your story. Let’s learn from each other, support one another, and continue to raise awareness together. You are not alone in this journey.