Episode 10: Kate Crawford (Breast Cancer at 28)

Kate Crawford was diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer (stage 4) when she was 28 years old. She was later found to have Li-Fraumeni syndrome which predisposed her to getting breast cancer. She is a mom to three children and when she was diagnosed, she created a “Mommy Bucket List” of all the things she wanted to do and experience with her children. She is a huge advocate for metastatic breast cancer research and through hosting lemonade stands, has raised nearly $80,000 for breast cancer research with her family. On today’s episode, we talk about the importance of advocating for yourself, how she is truly living (and not just existing) with metastatic breast cancer, her choice on undergoing mastectomy but not breast reconstruction, going through cancer treatment as a young mom and finally, the importance of giving yourself the grace to heal and recover without feeling guilty about it. Subscribe and Listen on Apple Podcasts |Spotify | Google Play | Stitcher https://interludecancerstories.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/episode-10-kate-crawford-4_12_19-12.04-am.m4a What we talk about on today’s episode/great resources: Lotsa Helping Hands Li-Fraumeni Syndrome (rare, inherited disorder – also check out my episode with Ingrid Kolstoe, who was also diagnosed with a rare cancer- low grade ovarian serous carcinoma) Gotta Make Lemonade Follow Kate: Website and Blog | Instagram | Twitter | Facebook Follow Dr. Teplinsky: Instagram |Twitter Support Interlude: Women’s Cancer Stories with Dr. Teplinsky. If you’re enjoying the show, please leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts (iTunes). If you liked this episode, please share with your friends and family! If you are interested in being a guest on the show, please e-mail me at [email protected].