One woman who knows all about these challenges, having lived them, is Sally Obermeder. And what about after treatment? Returning to work, relationships and pregnancy? It's not easy. For women under 40, a breast cancer diagnosis can have a huge impact on their body image and discussions about fertility before treatment are really important, regardless of whether you've decided to have children in the future or not. Kellie Curtain Let's be upfront about young women with breast cancer and how their challenges and considerations differ from older women with the disease. Want to get in touch? Visit our website at, email us at or call our Helpline on 1800 500 258. Our theme music is by the late Tara Simmons, and this episode is proudly brought to you by Sussan. Upfront About Breast Cancer is a production of Breast Cancer Network Australia.
the experience of treatment and post-treatment, including decisions around surgery.finding joy and happiness in dark times and being honest with yourself and others throughout.the effect of diagnosis on relationships and the importance of a support network.the shock and emotional impact of diagnosis.In this episode, Sally speaks candidly about her personal experience from diagnosis to treatment, including her decision to use a surrogate for her second child. One week after her daughter was born, she returned to hospital to begin chemotherapy. Well known TV personality and business owner Sally Obermeder was 40 weeks pregnant with her first child when she was diagnosed with triple negative Stage 3 breast cancer. Let’s be Upfront about breast cancer in young women. We recommend that listeners exercise self-care when listening to this podcast, as some may find the content upsetting.
Episode 25: Sally Obermeder on her breast cancer journey.
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