12 Mother’s Day Gift Ideas When Mom’s Got Cancer
Mother’s Day is just around the corner, but for families affected by breast cancer, it can be daunting to know how to spoil Mom this year. We’re rather fond of the usual chocolate and spa
A Breast Reconstruction Timeline
Many times readers want a broad overview of diagnosis to breast surgery recovery. What does this look like in someone else? While we can't generalize, Tina Ruark-Baker has chosen to share with us her breast
The So-Called “Breast Cancer Gene” [Podcast Ep. 3]
The idea of a genetic disposition for breast cancer is scary. It can be hard to face. It's the fear that cancer is mapped into your DNA. That it's part of you at the most
Question Your Breast Surgeon
Question your breast surgeon about everything. This is the sort of advice you rarely get but really need. In this video, Dr. Dellacroce discusses diagnosis paralysis. He has one professional recommendation for women: question everything regarding
Mastectomy vs Lumpectomy: An Infographic Overview
One of the most challenging decisions a woman with early stage breast cancer may need to make is whether she will have a lumpectomy with radiation or a mastectomy. A lumpectomy is the removal of
Breast Cancer Classification Explained in Three Easy Paragraphs
A breast cancer diagnosis can feel overwhelming. You don't even know which questions to ask! And all too often, appointments with a physician are a blur. So just in case you didn't quite understand what
A Story of a Breast Cancer Diagnosis During Pregnancy
No woman expects to receive a breast cancer diagnosis while pregnant. Breast cancer during pregnancy may not be the norm, but it happens more often than you might think. It also presents unique challenges. Paired
Make Your List and Check It Twice: Questions to Ask About Breast Cancer (Printable List Included)
Dealing with breast cancer near the holidays can seem overwhelming. Being proactive and having a good list of questions for your physician and surgeon can help. But what if the only question that comes to