11/18/2009 08:44:11

Wow, that was beautiful. Thank you so much for sharing -

11/18/2009 04:19:46

I had to deal with this same situation recently and it was very difficult. One of the moms in my support group discovered she had thyroid cancer. She had surgery and told that they could wait about 6-8 weeks, but then she had to start radiation therapy. She was devastated. Her baby was 3 months old. I encouraged her to look at all of the wonderful things she has with her little girl, that breastfeeding is only a part of it. I encouraged her to embrace the time she has before weaning, and replace it with love and cuddling and whatever special things she can, so the transition will be easier for both of them. I also urged her to remember that although this is a loss, the greater loss would be if she does not do the treatment. I reminded her that she will have many wonderful years with her child and husband, and God willing more children. But she must take care of herself now, and the rest will come.

I just heard from her, that she has accepted that she must wean, and is ready to face all the challenges ahead with her head held high and looking for the bright side. After all, she has a wonderful husband and beautiful baby girl that count on her to be healthy. She is awesome, and I feel very humbled that she allowed me to support her.