CJ
12 years agoMember
Organising support
Hi all,
I've been diagnosed last week (invasive ductal, hormone positive, HER postive) and have three kids and the oldest is five.
My mum, who lives overseas (I'm originally from Europe) has off...
So sorry to hear about your bc diagnosis -it must be such a worry with young children.I was lucky that my girls were teenagers and I could rest alot when I had breast cancer.I've had all the treatments so from a practical point,you'll probably need help for a few weeks after your surgery because you can't drive or lift toddlers.You may not know till after surgery as to whether you need chemo AND radiation but if you need both then chemo is the more harder treatment to cope with.For me,radiation was a lot easier -I drove myself. However,I did get tired about half way through the 6 weeks of treatment. I'm not sure how old and how fit your mum is but with 3 little ones,you might even need extra help from other relatives and friends.Now is the time to accept any offers of help.Where do you live?Some hospitals and areas have voluntary drivers.Blog back here for support and info.
Tonya xx