When Leigh’s husband, Derek, returned from a work trip looking pale and exhausted, she assumed it was simply the toll of long hours and travel. As a new mother caring for newborn twins, she understood fatigue all too well. But by the next morning, a rash appeared across his shoulders and arms, leaving her uneasy. Wanting to protect her babies, Leigh kept Derek isolated, cared for him from a distance, and took every precaution she could—cleaning frequently, keeping the twins upstairs, and managing his meals and comfort. She balanced compassion with caution, doing her best to support him while still protecting her family. Even as Derek insisted it was stress, Leigh couldn’t shake the feeling that something didn’t add up. Continue reading…
