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Tanya Bothma - My Journey to A New Breath: ​The Story of My Double Lung Trans​plant

Not all stories ​begin with once ​upon a time.

Experience the heartwarming journey of a lung transplant survivor. Begin with an unforgettable moment that tugs at your heartstrings, meet the resilient hero who defies the odds, and delve into the world where her life transforms in the most profound way.


Witness the intense struggles and triumphs she encounters, each filled with emotional highs and lows. This touching and captivating narrative will resonate deeply, leaving you yearning for more and eager to follow her inspiring story.




What readers are saying about An Inspired Life

"Tanya, you were exactly as ​Terry described and so much ​more. Your bravery, honesty, ​humour and strength of ​character will be our ​benchmark for the year. ​Added to which, you opened ​your heart and let us in.

Yours is a presentation which, ​long into the future, will be a ​source of inspiration, gratitude ​and appreciation of good ​health. We salute you.”


Ca​rlise

During the roller coaster ride, ​you will laugh and cry, you’ll ​follow a cleverly constructed ​story and you’ll marvel at ​Tanya’s bravery, ​determination and her will to ​live. In her words, “I knew ​that I had to fight and fight and ​fight some more’.We were ​privileged to host Tanya.”


Mary


"”But the bravery does not stop ​there. You were very brave ​from the very start, and still are. ​Fighting on as you do, knowing ​full well what another operation ​is going to entail, should ​rejection become necessary, ​but soldiering on anyway. I ​must also mention the bravery ​of your husband, to face your ​first transplant and then in time ​to come, the second, which ​you envisage. Your bravery and ​fortitude has been so ​inspirational for all of those who ​tuned into you that night.”


I​o​n​a Stewart



About Tanya Bothma

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Welcome to "A New Breath"! I'm Tanya, a lung transplant survivor with a passion for sharing stories of resilience and hope. Born prematurely and having faced numerous childhood respiratory challenges, I have navigated a life filled with both heartbreak and miracles. From overcoming chronic lung disease to experiencing the profound loss of my brother, my journey has been anything but ordinary.

Through my blog, I aim to create awareness around organ donation and support others facing similar battles. My mission is to inspire and encourage, showing that even in the toughest times, there is always hope. Join me as I share my story, celebrate the gift of life, and advocate for those still waiting for their miracles. Together, we can breathe new life into every moment.


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Tanya Bothma

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082 5252118

Email

Ta​nya@newbreath.co.za

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