The Dignity Factor in Breast Prosthetics Nobody's Talking About

Standard breast prosthetics often cause discomfort and emotional disconnection, leaving survivors feeling unseen—Simonne Cormier offers a natural, dignified alternative.After surviving breast cancer, Simonne Cormier expected healing to feel like progress. Instead, the prosthetic options she was given felt heavy, hot, and uncomfortable. Worse, they made her feel disconnected from her body and herself.So she did something few people do.She listened to her body—and built a better solution.Starting in her own sewing room, Simonne experimented with bamboo, cotton, and alpaca fibers, searching for materials that could breathe, flex, and feel natural against healing skin. What began as personal necessity became Au Naturel Solutions, a Canadian medical device manufacturer redefining breast prosthetics for survivors, individuals with natural asymmetry, and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community.In this episode of the Knack4 Business Podcast, host Bernie Franzgrote and co‑host Wayne Pratt explore Simonne’s journey from survivor to founder—and the deeper meaning behind her mission.You’ll hear why dignity matters in medical design, how comfort affects confidence, and why one tester said her product didn’t just fit better—it gave her hug back.This conversation goes beyond products. It’s about healing, equity in healthcare, and what happens when innovation starts with lived experience.▶️ Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/difZ4McH4i4💬 Read more, comment, and join the discussion—your voice matters. KEY TOPICS COVERED• Why traditional silicone and polyester prosthetics fail many survivors• How natural materials support comfort and hormone‑sensitive healing• Turning patient feedback into a Health Canada Class 1 medical device• Manufacturing challenges in Canada and scaling to the US market• Sustainability, dignity, and confidence in women’s healthcare GUEST LINKS & RESOURCESSimonne Cormier (Founder, Au Naturel Solutions)🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simonne-cormier-607b711b5/🌐 Website: https://www.aunaturelsolutions.com📧 Email: [email protected]📞 Call: 1‑866‑603‑1143📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ComfortBuildsConfidence📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aunaturelsolutionsinc/ SUPPORTING CONTRIBUTORS (Acknowledgement)• Wayne Pratt – Co‑host • Carl Richards, Podcast Solutions Made Simple🌐 https://podcastsolutionsmadesimple.com/• Fred Crouch, Property Wizard Podcast🌐 https://tinyurl.com/3psh5bdk• Jovan Strika, @Hive 🌐https://tinyurl.com/4dmcxah8• Melanie Webber, Business Partner  SPONSORS (Best Fit for This Audience)Canada Growth Network – CRM + Business Community $47 CAD/mo🌐 https://tinyurl.com/3s5d3ayvProperty Wizard Podcast – Real Estate Education for Entrepreneurs🌐 https://tinyurl.com/3psh5bdkEast Trade Winds – Free Business Networking🌐 https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUlf-msrzktGdz-UTwX8Tv6CK5Lu3tacGI9 CALLS TO ACTION📧 Questions or partnerships: [email protected] 🌐 Explore more episodes: https://knack4business.com/🔔 Subscribe, comment, and share to support meaningful conversations. Disclaimer: Everything you heard today is for educational purposes only. It's not professional advice. Before you act on anything — talk to a certified expert in your area. Your accountant. Your lawyer. Someone who knows your situation.We share perspectives. You make the decisions.Want more? Head over to blog.knack4business.com — packed with practical episodes on AI, marketing, leadership, and growth. No fluff. Just the good stuff. Subscribe while you're there.Until next time; keep building. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.