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Mazbeth
6 years agoMember
One of the great breast care nurses gave me the name - it will depend also on where you are located. My psychologist is incredible and has really helped me to unscramble my thoughts. I also felt that this was another thing I had in my toolbox and something I was taking control of and I am so glad I made the move. I have been overwhelmed with the kindness people have shown me. As my girls are older (22 & 20) we were open with them and they are also both in the health field. I know also that overwhelming desire to protect your kids and it is hard while you are just trying to get your head around it to know what to say. Even though my kids are older, I still found it tricky. Sometimes it may be better to wait until you have some answers and know the plan, but I know someone here may be able to give you some good advice.
Also as everyone here will tell you - avoid google and the other rabbit holes you can go down as they will not help.
Sometimes you just need time to breathe - these moments will pass. I speak from experience. A phrase that really helps me is to say ‘at this time’. This keeps me in the present and in the here and now.
Everyone has different ways/ideas and there is no wrong or right. Check out the resources on the BCNA - I really read loads. Knowledge is definitely power.
Everyone has different ways/ideas and there is no wrong or right. Check out the resources on the BCNA - I really read loads. Knowledge is definitely power.