diagnosed with breast cancer and pregnant
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@JulesD Wow, I read your post with tears running down my cheek. I feel so guilty that i have been so lucky on my journey so far. Lumpectomy with clear margins & 4 weeks of rad. 2 weeks ago i had my ovaries & tubes removed after advice from my medical team as I lost my mum to ovarian cancer when she was 46 y.o. & she had it for 6 1/2 yrs. i was only 4 y.o. when she died & don't have any memory of her BUT my sister (7 y.o. then) & I were raised by my Dad (now passed away) & we have both turned out pretty good!! Yes, it is sad but the photos & stories we hear from family & friends about our mum make us realise how special she was & the best compliment I hear from people is when they say to me "i can see your mum in you" & I know that there will always be a part of her in me. My dear girl, i can't imagine your pain, grief & the feelings you will be going through but I know you will find some comfort & strength in the extraordinary women on this forum who are some of the most courageous people I know. Take advice from the many professionals, counsellors you will meet & the help from BCNA is incredible. I'm sure your family & friends will surround you with love, care & support & take any offers of help given to you as you will need it. Don't feel guilty about accepting a cooked meal from anyone as all they want to do is to be able to help you in any way they can. try to look after yourself as you have a wonderful gift of a child in you that needs your love. My heart goes out to you & please keep in touch on this forum as I know there will be many ladies who will want to help you in any way they can. i will pray for you & send you love & hugs. xxxx