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 …
Breast cancer treatment
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. …
How I’m Using Acupuncture for Trauma Release After Breast Cancer
I have written extensively on this blog about the trauma that comes with a breast cancer diagnosis and how even two and a half years post-diagnosis, I know my body is still holding on to that trauma. I can’t quite describe it fully, but it’s a bit like a roller coaster ride where you are …
Single parenting with metastatic breast cancer (MBC)
Guest post by Natalie Kwadrans It’s one thing to be a mom and a parent. To do these jobs while dealing with metastatic breast cancer, and as a single parent is one harsh dose of hard. I was over the moon when I became a mom 10 years ago, and again 8 years ago. I …
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 …