breast cancer

Motherly Stories

I was at high risk for breast cancer. Here’s what I decided to do about it

It took me over 10 years to get the courage to test myself for BRCA 1. And less than 3 months to take action once I got the results.

Women's Health

This little-known side effect impacts nearly 30% of women after breast cancer

Lymphedema causes painful swelling and is a chronic condition.

Baby

Why this mama declared her hospital room a ‘No Breastfeeding Zone’

Breasts and breast milk don't define motherhood. Love does, and Koziel has plenty to give.

Life

A double mastectomy took away my ability to breastfeed—but we still thrived

At age 20, I was tested and found positive for a genetic mutation of the BRCA1 gene, leaving me with an upwards of 85% risk of developing breast cancer in my lifetime.