Breast Cancer w/ Young Children

Apierson

Hi guys! First post, and just diagnosed at 27!.. I have stage 2 breast cancer and BRCA2 positive. I will begin 16 weeks of chemo on the 26th followed by a double mastectomy, radiation and hysterectomy. My biggest fear as I travel down this dark road is how my children will cope with things. I have a 4 y/o and 7 y/o both girls. They are so sweet, and I am so scared of how this will effect them. Help!

Moderators

Dear AngieP, Welcome to the community. We are so sorry about your diagnosis but glad that you reached out. Check out the Forum for those who are Young with Breast Cancer and review the topics there that may refer to taking to young children or start a new topic where you are more likely to reach others who are in their 20's and 30's, etc and have young children. You also may want to take a look at some information on our website about talking to children after your breast cancer diagnosis. Stay connected her and keep us posted. The Mods