I Became a Cancer Survivor at Age 3
Life after cancer is all I’ve known. I’ve tried to use my story to make a difference for others.
Real Women, Real Stories
Grief and Loss Are Different When You’re the Caregiver
After years of blaming myself, writing and grief therapy helped me move forward after my mother’s death
Living with Metastatic Breast Cancer Means the Pandemic Isn’t 'Over' for Me
The world may have moved on from Covid, but I’m still fighting to keep myself safe from the virus
I'm Proud to Be the Founder of Moms on Mushrooms
Microdosing mushrooms has helped me heal from trauma and be more present in my life. Now, I'm helping other moms learn about the benefits of microdosing.
My Endometrial Cancer Hid in Menopause
Spotting during menopause isn’t normal. Nobody ever told me that, so I’ve dedicated my life to educating women about critical uterine health issues.
Mi cáncer endometrial se mantuvo oculto durante la menopausia
Manchados durante la menopausia no es algo normal. Nadie me dijo eso, así que dediqué mi vida a concientizar a mujeres acerca de asuntos críticos relacionados con la salud uterina.
My “Small” Cancer Turned Out to Be Stage 4 Breast Cancer
After my shocking diagnosis, I turned to advocacy work to help shine a light on the lack of research regarding women of color and stage 4 breast cancer
I Was 'Too Young' to Have Colon Cancer
When I was 29, I was told my symptoms were from pregnancy — but a year later, I was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer
Era “demasiado joven” para tener cáncer de colon
Cuando tenía 29 años, me dijeron que mis síntomas eran de un embarazo, pero un año después, me diagnosticaron cáncer de colon de etapa 4
My Cancer Was Missed Because of Dense Breast Tissue
Thirteen years ago, I testified in front of the FDA that women had a right to know if they have dense breasts. Earlier this month, the federal rule finally went into effect.
It Wasn’t Just a Pain in the Neck. It Was Fibromyalgia.
After years of chronic pain, I finally found answers. Now I’m helping others find relief.
After a Traumatic Vaginal Birth Two Years Ago, I Live with Bladder Leakage
It’s a common problem, but that doesn’t make it less embarrassing for me