Justine

Female

North Attleboro, MA

United States

Profile Information:

Relationship Status:
Married
About Me:
My daughter was diagnosed with alopecia at 7 months old. She is now 7, and has been completely bald, alopecia universalis, since one year old. I fully believe that the best thing a parent can do for their children with alopecia is to accept it. There is nothing wrong with having no hair. A parent that's constantly looking for a cure sends the message to their child that there is something wrong with them. Love them and let them know they are beautiful as they are!
Do you have alopecia?
Parent or guardian of child with alopecia
Are you age 18 or older?
Yes

Comment Wall:

  • rj, Co-founder

    Hi, Justine. Welcome to Alopecia World! This is a great place for great people, so be sure to make your positive presence known. :-) - rj, Co-founder

    Dec 27, 2008

  • Roger

    Welcome.

    Roger.

    Dec 28, 2008

  • Cheryl, Co-founder

    Hi Justine, I wanted to take this opportunity to welcome you to Alopecia World. I have been living with Alopecia Areata since 1991 and know full well the struggle it can be. I look forward to getting to know you. Cheryl, Co-founder

    Dec 29, 2008

  • Dotty

    Hi Justine,
    I just wanted to tell you that I think you are a wonderful mom. You are so right about acceptance and just letting her know how absolutely beautiful she is!!! Your daughters are gorgeous!!! I wanted to say hello from New Hampshire and let you know that if you need anything, let me know. We are having an Alopecia get-together at the end of January if you are interested. There will be children as well as us beautiful bald ladies there. Let me know if you are interested. Hope to get to know you better. Welcome to Alopecia World.
    Love and Hugs,
    Dotty

    Dec 29, 2008

  • Cindy

    Hi Justine, Welcome! My name is Cindy and I live in Upton Ma. My almost 7 yr old daughter has had Alopecia for just over a year. She is currently having regrowth with treatments. Samantha is a strong gal and has accepted and embraced her hair loss. But, as a mom it has been hard for me to handle at times. We will be at the lunch in Boston that Dotty mentioned. In March, I am hoping to start CAP meetings. Just need to finalize the meeting spot and pick a date. Enjoy the rest of 2008! Cindy

    Dec 30, 2008

  • LeslieAnn Butler

    Hi Justine,
    Congrats on the great attitude!
    Just wanted to say hello and see how you are doing today!
    LeslieAnn

    Jan 1, 2009

  • Amy

    Hi Justine,
    It was truly a pleasure meeting you and your family at the luncheon last weekend. Ella made a HUGE impression on me and i've thought of her often since then. You have a beautiful family, and your positive attitude towards dealing with alopecia really shines through in all of them. I'll send you the pictures i took when i finally get around to them.

    Take care - and i hope our paths cross again soon.
    Amy

    Feb 3, 2009

  • Paula Bowman

    Hello, I loved the profile. My son Ray is 9 and his had alopecia since he was 3, and I went to every Doc out there trying all different kinds of meds. Then one day I looked at Ray and said I love him the way he is and Ray is fine with the way he is. He knows there's other things he could have thats worse. Great attitude you have and I want Ray to always have that same attitude.

    Feb 7, 2009

  • Paula Bowman

    Thanks, I hope to be able to go and meet all of you.

    Feb 8, 2009

  • Maria, Mia's Mom

    HI How are you? Do You remember us from CAP CAMP...hope all is well .Mia was so excited to see you guys on here. will you be attending the CAP convention this summer?
    Maria and Mia

    Feb 12, 2009

  • Cindy

    Hi Justine, I sent you an email to with directions to our first CAP meeting next month. Did you get them? I hope to see you there. I already heard from 2 families that are coming..I also forwarded the flyer I created for anyone who would to share it in their community..Cindy

    Feb 20, 2009

  • Cindy

    Great..See you in a few weeks...

    Feb 20, 2009

  • Lisa Bourgeois

    Hi Justine, I am brand new to this sight and found you on a search. I completely believe in your philosophy! My daughter Hailey is 8yrs old and is Alopecia totalis and is very confident and proud to be bald. I see that you live in Ma. How old is your daughter?

    Apr 20, 2009

  • Dotty

    Hello Justine,
    How's things my friend? I wanted to let you know that we are planning an "Alopecia beauty day" at a boutique in Chelmsford on June 7th as our first official awareness event for our newly incorporated non-profit Alopecia company. They are opening the boutique just for us and we can try on clothes, take lots of pics, and just have fun together. I got at least 40 dress up costumes for the kids. They will look so adorable. We are going to do a buffet brunch at the hotel nearby first and then go to the boutique. I hope you can make it, we all had so much fun at the last one!!! I know it will be great!!! Miss you much. Say hi to the family. Please let me know so we can do a head count for the restaurant reservations.
    Love and Hugs,
    Dotty

    Apr 26, 2009

  • Dotty

    Awww, I'm sorry to hear that you won't be able to go. You and the girls will be missed. I know there will be many more events in the future. I hope to do a formal ball where all the children and adults are dressed in gowns and suits. I have always wanted to host one of those. Anyways my friend, thank you for getting back to me and I look forward to the next event already!!! I'll keep you updated. I will send you a link to our website, our myspace page, and our facebook page as soon as they are complete. Have fun in NY and give the kids a hug from me.
    Love and Hugs,
    Dotty

    Apr 26, 2009

  • Amy

    Hi Justine... It's been a while and i just wanted to give you a quick hello! Hope you're all doing well and having a fun summer! Take care and hopefully we will run into each other again soon. -Amy

    Aug 4, 2009