It was a shock
I won’t lie, it was difficult, especially trying to help my children understand that I would be okay. That the medicines and surgery would make mum better again.
I won’t lie, it was difficult, especially trying to help my children understand that I would be okay. That the medicines and surgery would make mum better again.
Through this experience, I have learnt to be still and present and that there is so much beauty in living in the moment.
I wouldn’t wish you on anyone. You have the power to steal a very happy and healthy life and turn it upside down.
On reflection I am not sure that I actually knew what a return or spread of breast cancer would look like or feel like.
It was early March 2020 and COVID-19 was just starting to have an impact in Australia when my attention was drawn to my itchy breast.
Pink Bun ambassador Stephanie shares her story about being diagnosed at 22, the importance of family support and marrying her best friend.
The pandemic has given me an opportunity to realise that I am not defined as a women because I do or do not have breasts.
I have educated so many patients about this type of treatment, but it still doesn’t truly prepare you for being a patient.
Stunning blue-green lagoons. Pristine white sand. Invigorating walks, soothing quiet, connection, laughter and delicious food. Was I dreaming?