Love, Dating & Sickle Cell – The Conversation We Need to Have

Dating and relationships can be complicated for anyone—but for those living with sickle cell, they come with unique challenges and important conversations. When we asked the sickle cell community about their experiences, it was clear that love and relationships often bring difficult decisions, tough discussions, and a search for understanding.

That’s why, this Valentine’s Day, we’ve launched a brand-new episode of the Sickle Cell Society Podcast, tackling dating and relationships with sickle cell as the “third wheel.”

What’s in This Episode?

Our host, Kesewaa Browne, sat down with our panel—Gildé Nsianguana, Bolaji Farinto, and Michael Dove—to explore their experiences of navigating love while living with sickle cell. The discussion covers:

❤️ When is the right time to tell a new partner about sickle cell?
💬 The realities of dating and relationships with SCD
🔍 Situationships, commitment, and long-term love
💡 What good love looks like when sickle cell is part of the journey

This honest and open conversation highlights the highs, lows, and challenges of relationships while living with sickle cell. More importantly, it offers support and reassurance to those facing similar experiences—because you are not alone.

Listen Now

The episode is available now https://sicklecellsocietypodcast.buzzsprout.com  and on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all major streaming platforms.

Further Information & Resources

📺 Watch our animated Priapism video: https://bit.ly/3CwC1Vn
📚 Find additional resources on priapism: www.sicklecellsociety.org/priapism
🩺 Learn more about sickle cell screening and testing: www.sicklecellsociety.org/screeningprogramme