First-Time Mum Diagnosed with Leukaemia During Pregnancy

In this episode, we’re joined by Eleanor Woulfe, who was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia (ALL) at just 32 years old — while 24 weeks pregnant with her first child.What started as concern over swollen lymph nodes ahead of a wedding quickly turned into a life-changing visit to her GP. Like many expectant mothers, Eleanor initially believed the symptoms she was experiencing were simply part of pregnancy. Instead, she found herself facing a cancer diagnosis while preparing to become a first-time mum.What’s in this episode:The moment Eleanor decided to visit her GP after noticing swollen lymph nodes before attending a weddingSymptoms she initially believed were simply part of pregnancyBeing diagnosed with ALL while 24 weeks pregnant as a first-time mumNavigating the shock and emotions of a cancer diagnosis during pregnancyHer treatment plan and how research-led care supported decisions for both her and her babyUndergoing chemotherapy while pregnant and how it impacted her pregnancyThe challenges treatment created during the early months of motherhoodFind out more about Cure Leukaemia and how you can get involved and support blood cancer patients across the globe: ⁠⁠https://www.cureleukaemia.co.uk/⁠