About Us
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Our Story
We're Leah and Luanne Vreugdenhil —twin sisters, builders, and daughters.
In early 2025, our mom was diagnosed with Trigeminal Neuralgia, a rare and unpredictable condition that causes sudden, intense facial pain. Without constant care, she was left to manage the pain, medications, appointments, and emotional toll — and she was exhausted.
The Beginning
It started suddenly on February 24, 2025. Our mom began experiencing stabbing pain in her face — intense and out of nowhere. Thankfully, Leah was with her and rushed her to the ER. She spent two days in the hospital while doctors tried to get the pain under control and understand what was happening. By the end of day one, we had a diagnosis: Trigeminal Neuralgia. But over the next day, as family and friends came in and out of the hospital room, we learned what that diagnosis really meant — no known cause, no clear path forward, and no cure.
The Journey
In the weeks that followed, we searched for answers. We poured through research, joined support groups, and listened to stories from others living with chronic pain. We realized this wasn't just about our mom — it was about so many people navigating invisible conditions, sometimes alone, every day.
One of the most powerful breakthroughs came not from a doctor, but from another woman living with Trigeminal Neuralgia. She had battled the condition for years and had finally found a medication that brought her relief. When she shared her story with us, it gave us a way forward — and the confidence to advocate for our mom to try a similar treatment. It helped.
That moment changed how we thought about care. It wasn't just about medical systems — it was about people supporting each other, sharing what worked, and helping the next person feel less alone.
"We built NOMI for her — and for the millions of people living with chronic pain or conditions who are trying to make sense of what's happening in their bodies day to day."
NOMI helps people track what they're experiencing, spot patterns, and learn how others like them are managing and making progress. It's a simple, intelligent companion for people who need more support — and more clarity — in their health journey.
This is personal. And we're building it with purpose.
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