My Mama Has ME/CFS: A Simple Explanation of Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (The My Mama Series) - Softcover

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Helping Children Understand Invisible Illnesses with Love and Empathy

"Even when Mama is exhausted, even when she needs to rest, she still loves me more than anything."

Nate’s mama has Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS). Some days, she has energy to play. Other days, she needs to rest. In My Mama Has ME/CFS, Nate shares what it’s like to have a mother with an invisible illness—explaining symptoms, diagnosis, and management in simple, child-friendly language.

But no matter how Mama feels, one thing never changes: her love.

• Children of parents with ME/CFS or other chronic illnesses
• Families looking to start conversations about health challenges
• Helping kids develop empathy and understanding
• Teachers, caregivers, and health professionals who want to explain chronic illness to children

Written by a mother of four who lives with fibromyalgia and ME/CFS, this heartfelt story brings comfort, clarity, and reassurance to families navigating chronic illness together.

Reviewed and approved by her own children!

"The author has written her personal narrative of chronic pain and beautifully explained it for children to understand." – Tracy (My Mama Has Chronic Pain)

"This is the book I wish I had at the beginning of my journey. No gimmicks, just real, relatable information that helped me make informed decisions." – Latoya (Fibromyalgia Won’t Win)

Melissa Reynolds is a mama of four, an author, and a chronic illness advocate. She has written several books for adults, including Fibromyalgia Won’t Win, and has spent nearly a decade sharing practical resources online.

This is a non-fiction book with child-friendly language answering the kinds of questions the authors' children were asking. It's designed to facilitate conversations with children between 6-12.

Perfect for parents, caregivers, and educators—start the conversation today!

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