How a little hedgehog cuddle made a big difference in Didi's life

Things are much more than just objects. Sometimes they evoke memories and feelings that words can’t capture. For Didi, who is recovering from an eating disorder, a small hedgehog cuddly toy became a symbol of safety, connection, and ultimately her recovery. Illustration by Sarah Mafféïs (for De Correspondent) Available for a few euros at Ikea, but unaffordable for Didi Brouwer de Koning (29). When she feels the soft hedgehog in her palms – with…