4 Steps that HELPED us to Exclusively Breastfeed after a Single MASTECTOMY | Breast Cancer Journey

Hoping to breastfeed our babe, I didn't know if I would be able to provide enough milk with ONE functioning breast... and it turns out I WAS🙏! This video shares 4 things that I believe helped us get to the point where I was exclusively nourishing our son from one breast❤. If you've had a single mastectomy I hope this gives you some comfort and hope knowing that it is possible to breastfeed with one functioning breast.
Thank YOU so much for being here with me, it is my honor to share my experiences with the purpose of supporting others in some way💕
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Thank you again for being here with me, much love🕊.
Sincerely,
Chelsey
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*The content of this video simply shares my personal experience and what I've learned through it; therefore it should in NO WAY be substituted for any medical or professional advice.
I highly recommend doing your own research, and following the recommendations of your personal medical care team *

[@vickithress]

I was told by my nurse that your body doesn’t know if you’ve had one baby or twins. Your milk adjusts according to how much is removed. Most moms struggle initially when breastfeeding. I know I did. I hated the breast pump. So glad it worked out for you.

[@ChelseyTarnow]

That's what I kept thinking too (the body being able to adjust to twins)! I actually still use the pump, it has been a very useful tool for me thankfully. Thank you for your support♡♡!

[@rebekahjollie5053]

I’m so glad you were able to make breastfeeding work! My two siblings and I were all successfully breastfed on one breast, my mom had a single mastectomy and chemo 4 years before her first baby. She was the first the local lactation consultant had ever seen breastfeeding after a mastectomy! Only my older sibling needed a little supplementation, but mainly because he was a bigger baby and was extra hungry. It’s great that you are making videos like this, when my mom was diagnosed at 27 (almost 25 years ago) she didn’t know of anyone else with a similar experience and really felt alone. Your channel is a great resource for young survivors and young people at high risk for breast cancer. ❤

[@ChelseyTarnow]

Thank you so much for sharing your mom's/your story! What an amazing woman she is! I'm sorry she felt so alone. That is the exact reason why I'm driven to share! I too felt like I was the only one going through this at such a young age (though I know I'm not). I hope this helps people who come after me in some way🙏💕. Sending much love to you and your family💌

[@DoesItReallyMatter25]

Thank you for sharing your experience. I had a single mastectomy back in December ‘23 and am prepping for birth this July. Outside of this video, there’s nothing in this topic, so again, thank you!! ❤❤

[@ChelseyTarnow]

Eeeeeeee🎊🥰🤗🥳!!! I so so so so happy for you!!! Congratulations on your babe! I hope you have enjoyed your pregnancy and have been feeling well. Much love and excitement for you as you embark on motherhood💕☺🎊🎊🎊!!!

[@sueu6263]

So glad you were able to do it 💕

[@ChelseyTarnow]

Thank you so much🙏! So am I🤗🥰

[@jumjumjumuk]

❤❤❤❤congratulations for have your baby ❤️❤️❤️

[@ChelseyTarnow]

Thank you so much🙏❤! We are so in love🥰. He's such a sweetheart💫

[@terrytarnow5760]

Thanks

[@ChelseyTarnow]

Thanks for watching!