Finding acceptance for her own body after a lumpectomy or mastectomy may be the hardest thing a woman will ever face. The changes to one's body are not just physical, but mental and emotional as well. I am going to share some tips for acceptance of your body after cancer, and after preventative mastectomy. I worked with breast cancer survivors for years teaching meditation and movement. … [Read more...]
The most common sign of breast cancer is finding a lump or bump in the breast. Irregularities, like lumps and bumps, are the most common thing women are told to keep an eye and feel out for during a breast self-exam. But what about breast cancer symptoms that aren’t lumps? They’re more common than you might realize. One in six women who discovered their cancer themselves … [Read more...]
This year, an estimated 290,560 people will be diagnosed with breast cancer in the U.S.A alone. There is no known definitive way to prevent a breast cancer diagnosis, but there are things you can do that can help lower your risk. Many factors are beyond control, like being born a woman and ageing. But there are other factors that you can control. Knowledge is the key to prevention. … [Read more...]
Does your bra result in a higher risk of breast cancer? There’s been a huge debate over it. What I would say is that wearing a very tight fitting bra is like wearing a tourniquet. Because a tightly fitted bra prevents your lymph nodes from draining. That’s a big thing because these lymph nodes are very important because they help you remove dangerous toxins from your … [Read more...]
Teething is always a very difficult time during your baby’s development. Their mouth is in a lot of discomfort growing those first little teeth, which is often painful for both baby and parent to see. There are also other problems that arise from teething, such as sleepless nights and the dreaded teething rash. So, what is teething rash? Teething rash is caused by excess saliva that babies … [Read more...]
1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer at some point in their lives. 85% of breast cancers nowadays occur in women with no family history of breast cancer. There are two chemicals that have become prevalent in both conventional personal care and household products and also in the environment that are linked to breast cancer: parabens and phthalates. Here, we’re going to be … [Read more...]
40 years ago, 5 in 100 women would receive a breast cancer diagnosis in her lifetime. Today, 12.5 in 100 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer at some point in their lives. That’s 2.5 times as many. Where does this come from? Approximately half of breast cancers can be attributed to traditional risk factors, such as genetics, age, diet, and reproductive history? That makes 6.25 in 100 … [Read more...]
If you're a new parent and your baby has colic, you know it's a nightmare. With my daughter, we took turns walking her up and down the hallway through the night. So, why do babies develop colic? First of all, the digestive system isn't fully yet developed. There could be an imbalance of gut bacteria in the digestive tract. Your baby could have food allergies or intolerances that they're … [Read more...]
There will be over 300,000 new cases of breast cancer diagnosed this year. The leading cause of breast cancer include the average American diet, inflammatory conditions, radiation, stress, and exposure to chemicals. These chemicals are sometimes referred to as “environmental endocrine disruptors”. The more women who follow preventative health measures, the more likely they can live cancer-free … [Read more...]
When you have a child, it seems like everyone knows what's best for you and your baby. But much of yesterday's "wisdom" has proven untrue. I’m going to debunk 3 outdated pieces of advice: Infants need to be bathed everyday 2. Petroleum jelly is good for diaper rash 3. Baby powder is good for keeping skin dry So let’s start with the first piece of baby advice you’re likely to … [Read more...]
