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journaling

Embracing Strength in Vulnerability: How Journaling Helps Process a Breast Cancer Journey Guest post by Ronit, Firdman, creator of “My Words of Healing” – Guided Journal for Women Undergoing Breast Cancer Treatments  The Journey Behind the Journal As a mammography technologist since 2010, I’ve had the privilege of walking alongside countless women as they navigate …

Lymphedema

Breast cancer and lymphedema

I had never even heard of the word lymphedema before I found myself on my breast cancer journey. Now, because I’ve had lymph nodes removed and radiation to my left armpit (because two of those nodes had cancer in them), I’m at risk for this condition and will be for the rest of my life.  …

Massage therapy for breast cancer

Breast Cancer and the Benefits of Massage Therapy

Massage can be a terrific complementary therapy for those going through breast cancer, helping to alleviate stress, combat fatigue and even ease pain. I have a standing date with my massage therapist and found regular massage to be incredibly helpful when going through my breast cancer diagnosis and treatment. All that said, please always check …

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