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How important is being breast self-aware, and how do we know when a lump is a lump? Did men really invent the female vibrator to treat female “hysteria”? And what does it mean when your eczema suddenly appears on your face? In this episode, we talk to Dr. Belinda Yeo, a medical oncologist and clinician scientist, to find out why Australia has one of the highest rates of breast cancer in the world. She explains why the vast majority of cases are not genetic, debunks the myth that mammograms cause cancer and explains what to do if you find a lump (and why it’s not your job to diagnose it). We cover everything from what it means to have dense breasts, why breast changes happen across your cycle, how to use lifetime risk assessment tests and if the headlines about using honey bee venom or the mucus of axolotls to treat breast cancer has any truth. Plus, we dive into the fascinating medical history of how and why doctors invented the vibrator to induce “hysterical paroxysms” (and save their tired fingers). And, Dr Mariam answers a listener’s question about why her eczema has suddenly migrated to her face and what might be the real culprit… THE END BITS All your health information is in the Well Hub. We understand that conversations about cancer can be difficult, whether you're navigating your own diagnosis, supporting a loved one, or remembering someone you've lost. If today's episode has brought up difficult feelings, please reach out. The Cancer Council offers a confidential support line staffed by specialist nurses, and you can call them on 13 11 20. For more specific information on the topics we discussed today, organisations like the National Breast Cancer Foundation, the McGrath Foundation and the Cancer Council provide incredible support and resources. You can also learn more about the work of Dr Belinda Yeo at the Olivia Newton-John Cancer Research Institute. Dr Belinda Yeo recommends BCNA podcast Upfront About Breast Cancer - What You Don't Know Until You Do. And if you just need to talk to someone immediately, you can always call Lifeline on 13 11 14. Remember to be kind to yourself, and please don't hesitate to seek support. GET IN TOUCH Sign up to the Well Newsletter to receive your weekly dose of trusted health expertise without the medical jargon. Ask a question of our experts or share your story, feedback, or dilemma - you can send it anonymously here, email here or leave us a voice note here. Ask The Doc: Ask us a question in The Waiting Room. Follow us on Instagram and Tiktok. Support independent women’s media by becoming a Mamamia subscriber CREDITS Hosts: Claire Murphy and Dr Mariam Guest: Professor Clare Scott Senior Producers: Claire Murphy and Sally Best Audio Producer: Scott Stronach Video Producer: Julian Rosario Social Producer: Elly Moore Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Information discussed in Well. is for education purposes only and is not intended to provide professional medical advice. Listeners should seek their own medical advice, specific to their circumstances, from their treating doctor or health care professional. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++Support the show: https://www.mamamia.com.au/mplus/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Breast Cancer Awareness Month is here, but many eligible women are still skipping their breast screens, whether that be they're putting off their own health checks or they're kinda...scared. So today, we take you inside a screening appointment to demystify the process and share expert tips on how to perform essential self-exams at home. And in headlines today, President Vladimir Putin says Russia will never bow to pressure from the United States or any foreign power; King Charles and Pope Leo have prayed together in the Vatican's Sistine Chapel; Rebel Wilson is set to appear in court over allegations she defamed emerging actor Charlotte MacInnes, her co-star in The Deb; Matildas star Hayley Raso to reach emotional 100 games for Australia. THE END BITS Watch the BCNA self-check video here Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Tahli Blackman Guest: Georgie Page, Group Executive Producer of The Spill Fiona Biniakos, Radiographer Jenny Gilchrist, Breast Oncology Nurse Practitioner Audio Producer: Lu HillBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brodie Langford from the OHA Football Club calls Kaz and Tubes to preview tomorrow’s Ships in Pink fundraising event for the Breast Cancer Network of Australia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The 1% question, Sam Taylor's injury, BCNA match, Garry went to Melbourne training yesterday and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My reason for creating this podcast a few years ago was to inspire and help empower people like you to live your dream life. Whatever that means to you, through all of life's seasons, successes, challenges and ups & downs. My guest today helps deliver on that. Kirsten Pilati, is the CEO of Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA) and her story of finding her way to a purpose driven life is inspiring. I'm so pleased to have partnered with Kirsten and BCNA to create our Dream Life Inner Strength Journal – specifically designed to assist people going through health challenges. Helping give strength and peace of mind when they need it most. It feels great knowing that 15% of proceeds are being donated to help BCNA play their crucial role in supporting people affected by breast cancer.  Listen in and discover how you too can harness learnings and purpose from personal adversity for greater communal good. As always, I'd LOVE to hear what resonates with you from this episode and what you plan to implement after listening in. So please share and let's keep the conversation going in the Dream Life Podcast Facebook Group here.     Have a wonderful week-end… and remember, it all starts with a dream

Myles Thompson joins us to discuss Pink Drinks ahead of the BCNA's annual Pink Lady event at the MCG on Sunday the 20th of August. ·     Dominique Portet Sparkling Rose ·     Koener Brothers Pigato ·     Spring Bay Pink Gin ·     Kate Goodman's Rose with 100% of profits going to BCNA – details HERE. Use the promo code MESS at checkout www.princewinestore.com.au or instore for you 10% listener discount. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SHOW NOTES Join Caroline Wilson and Corrie Perkin for Ep 278. This podcast is proudly supported by Red Energy - Powered by Snowy Hydro, a leader in renewable energy. Switch to Aussie owned Red Energy today Head to www.redenergy.com.au This week on the podcast we reflect on the Breast Cancer Network Australia's moving Field of Women event at the MCG. You can access the wonderful resources of BCNA via their website www.bcna.org.au and listen to the Upfront About Breast Cancer podcast 'What You Don't Know Until You Do' with Dr Charlotte Tottman HERE. We also discuss the Ben Keays goal and the AFL's goal line technology issues plus THAT World Cup kiss. Was it inappropriate for Spanish FA president Luis Rubiales to kiss payer Jenni Hermoso smack bang on the lips? In the Cocktail Cabinet for Prince Wine Store Myles Thompson joins us with three Spanish offerings; Casa Rojo Tierra de Blancos La Gabacha Rueda Blanco 2021 Casa Rojo Enemigo Mio Garnacha 2021 Cillar de Silos Golfo Vermut Negra 750ml Corrie also recommends Drops of God on Apple TV Use the promo code MESS at www.princewinestore.com.au or instore for your 10% listener discount. In BSF for Red Energy; Sorrow and Bliss by Meg Mason The Miracle Club at the movies Corrie's Pan Baked Tomato and Parmesan Fetta - see recipe HERE. or below. Our recipe of the week is thanks to Cobram Estate – Australia's most awarded  extra virgin olive oil. Grown, harvested and first cold pressed in Northern Victoria. In 6 Quick Questions Corrie shares her Women's World Cup best uniform votes, we touch on the Bradley Cooper fake nose debate, Michael Parkinson's memorable interviews plus another Amazing Fact. Dear Caro and Corrie is back - send us your question or dilemma to feedback@dontshootpod.com.au and each week a lucky listener will receive a gift from Ello Botanicals - all natural Australian made facial oils. Email feedback@dontshootpod.com.au or join us on Instagram or Facebook.   You can listen to Home Style with Shaynna Blaze HERE or subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. This podcast is produced by Corrie Perkin and Caroline Wilson and produced, engineered and edited by Jane Nield for SEN.  Pan-baked tomato & parmesan feta by Donna Hay Serves: 4 Ingredients 60ml extra virgin olive oil 2 red onions, sliced 3 cloves garlic, sliced 12 stalks cavolo nero (about 240g), stems removed 3 x 400g cans cherry tomatoes Sea salt Cracked black pepper 25g finely grated Parimgiano Reggiano 6 sprigs lemon thyme 2 x 200g packs feta Basil leaves, to serve Pasta or toasted sourdough, to serve Method Heat a large ovenproof frying pan over medium heat. Add 1 tbsp oil and the onions and cook for 8 minutes, or until the onions are lightly golden. Add the garlic and cook for 2 minutes. Add the cavolo nero and cook for 1 minute, or until wilted. Add the tomatoes, salt and pepper and stir to combine. Bring to the boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomato sauce thickens slightly. Remove from the heat. Preheat the oven grill to high. Meanwhile, place the Parmigiano Reggiano, thyme and remaining oil in a bowl and mix to combine. Place the feta in the centre of the pan and top with the Parmigiano mixture. Grill for 8-10 minutes, or until the Parmigiano is golden. Serve with the basil leaves and pasta or thick slices of toasted sourdough. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SHOW NOTES Join Caroline Wilson and Corrie Perkin for Ep 278. This podcast is proudly supported by Red Energy - Awarded Australia's most trusted energy provider by Canstar three times. Isn't it time you switched to Red? Head to www.redenergy.com.au Be part of Breast Cancer Network Australia's Field of Women at the MCG on Sunday 20th of August. Full details at https://www.pinkladymatch.com.au/ HERE. This week on the podcast Caro and Corrie discuss the incredible success of the Matilda's and their World Cup campaign so far, it's place in Australian culture as a defining moment and what the Matilda's lasting legacy may be and how the AFL might learn some lessons from soccer in it's approach to the women's game. Myles Thompson joins us to discuss Pink Drinks ahead of the BCNA's annual Pink Lady event at the MCG on Sunday the 20th of August. ·     Dominique Portet Sparkling Rose ·     Koener Brothers Pigato ·     Spring Bay Pink Gin ·     Kate Goodman's Rose with 100% of profits going to BCNA – details HERE. In BSF for Red Energy; The Fire by Daneila Krien Kin on SBS on Demand Italian-Style Lentils With Cavolo Nero and Sausages by Julia Busuttil Nishimura (see recipe below or HERE) Our recipe of the week is thanks to Cobram Estate Estate - Australia's most awarded  extra virgin olive oil. Grown, harvested and first cold pressed in Northern Victoria            Caro's Grumpy about the PM putting the mozz on the Matilda's by suggesting a public holiday if they win the World Cup Final.   In 6 Quick questions we discuss the Spring 1883 exhibition at the Windsor Hotel (details HERE), Corrie's Mornington Peninsula GLT in the newly made over Rosebud Plaza, the disappearance of cash in our daily lives, the AFL grand final plans and an Amazing Fact. Dear Caro and Corrie is back - send us your question or dilemma to feedback@dontshootpod.com.au and each week a lucky listener will receive a gift from Ello Botanicals - all natural Australian made facial oils. Email feedback@dontshootpod.com.au or join us on Instagram or Facebook.   You can listen to Home Style with Shaynna Blaze HERE or subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. This podcast is produced by Corrie Perkin and Caroline Wilson and produced, engineered and edited by Jane Nield for SEN.  Julia Busuttil Nishimura's lentils with cavolo nero and sausage Serves 6 Preparation time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 70 minutes Ingredients: 1 1/2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil 1 carrot, diced 1 onion, diced Sea salt 100ml dry white wine 1 fresh bay leaf 1 tomato, chopped 3 garlic cloves, chopped 350g Puy lentils 1L chicken stock 1 bunch cavolo nero, chopped 6 pork sausages Salsa verde 1 slice crusty white bread, crust removed, roughly torn Full-cream milk, for soaking 1 garlic clove, peeled Sea salt 1 tbsp salted capers, rinsed 3 anchovy fillets Handful of flat-leaf parsley 1/2 lemon, zest and juice 60ml extra-virgin olive oil Method: Heat olive oil in a large heavy-based saucepan over low heat. Cook the carrot and onion with a pinch of salt for about 10 minutes, until soft and translucent. Add the wine, increase heat to medium and simmer for 1–2 minutes. Add the bay leaf, tomato, garlic and lentils and cover with chicken stock. Bring to the boil then cover and simmer for 40 minutes, or until the lentils are al dente. Add the cavolo nero, stir for a minute or two, then cover and remove from the heat. For the salsa verde, place the bread in a small bowl. Add just enough milk to cover the bread and leave to soak for 10 minutes. Squeeze out the excess milk and set aside. Finely chop the garlic. Add the salt, capers and anchovies and continue to chop. Add the parsley and the bread and keep chopping until everything is nicely combined. Transfer to a bowl, add the lemon zest and juice and enough olive oil to loosen the mixture. Cook the sausages in a pan until nicely browned and cooked through. Top with salsa verde and serve with the lentils. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 4: Bittersweet: Living with Metastatic Disease  We recommend that listeners exercise self-care when listening to this podcast, as some may find the content upsetting. BCNA's Helpline provides a free confidential telephone and email service for people diagnosed with breast cancer, their family and friends. Our experienced team can help with your questions and concerns and direct you to relevant resources and services. Call 1800 500 258 or email helpline@bcna.org.au  Let's be upfront about the challenges for those living with metastatic breast cancer. In this episode Charlotte discusses metastatic disease from a psychological perspective, exploring the thin line between coping and not coping, artificial intensity, avoidance and reassurance. BCNA and Charlotte would like to acknowledge BCNA Consumer Representative Dr Andrea Smith who generously shared her story and knowledge about living with metastatic breast cancer in this episode.  This podcast was recorded in February 2023  RESOURCES:  Sign up to My Journey and access a range of resources  Visit our Online Network to connect with people going through a similar experience  Upfront About Breast Cancer is a production of Breast Cancer Network Australia. Our theme music is by the late Tara Simmons and this episode is proudly brought to you by Sussan.  Produced by Dr Charlotte Tottman and BCNA.  Engineered and edited by Jane Nield at SEN Studios.  Want to get in touch? Visit our website at www.bcna.org.au, email us at helpline@bcna.org.au, or call our Helpline on 1800 500 258 

Episode 5: Re-entry Wobbles: Re-starting Life after Cancer Treatment  We recommend that listeners exercise self-care when listening to this podcast, as some may find the content upsetting. BCNA's Helpline provides a free confidential telephone and email service for people diagnosed with breast cancer, their family and friends. Our experienced team can help with your questions and concerns and direct you to relevant resources and services. Call 1800 500 258 or email helpline@bcna.org.au  Let's be upfront about life after cancer treatment. It can be difficult to adapt to life after a breast cancer diagnosis and beyond. In this episode, Charlotte explains challenges in the experience of re-entering work and other obligations after cancer treatment, the common drop in self-confidence, and the importance of purpose and meaning. Just like physical stamina, strength, and capacity, we decondition psychologically much faster than we recondition. Charlotte shares strategies including repetition that allow a sense of progression and success that can then act as a motivator.  This podcast was recorded in February 2023  RESOURCES:  Sign up to My Journey and access a range of resources  Visit our Online Network to connect with people going through a similar experience  Upfront About Breast Cancer is a production of Breast Cancer Network Australia. Our theme music is by the late Tara Simmons and this episode is proudly brought to you by Sussan.  Produced by Dr Charlotte Tottman and BCNA.  Engineered and edited by Jane Nield at SEN Studios.  Want to get in touch? Visit our website at www.bcna.org.au, email us at helpline@bcna.org.au, or call our Helpline on 1800 500 258 

Episode 2: Forged in Fire: Relationships with your Medical Team and Self-advocacy  We recommend that listeners exercise self-care when listening to this podcast, as some may find the content upsetting. BCNA's Helpline provides a free confidential telephone and email service for people diagnosed with breast cancer, their family and friends. Our experienced team can help with your questions and concerns and direct you to relevant resources and services. Call 1800 500 258 or email helpline@bcna.org.au  Let's be Upfront about navigating relationships with your medical team. Your medical team is often comprised of a group of professionals who you don't know and who come into your life at short notice, in a highly stressful and emotional time. In this episode, Charlotte explores how for many people their experience with their medical team is a positive one, however this isn't always the case. Charlotte shares how it's important to advocate for yourself and have expectations of what you can reasonably expect from different members of your medical team and what is important to you. We also learn about cognitive and behavioral strategies to help you identify your individual needs and tools that can assist. This podcast was recorded in February 2023  RESOURCES:  Sign up to My Journey and access a range of resources  Visit our Online Network to connect with people going through a similar experience  Upfront About Breast Cancer is a production of Breast Cancer Network Australia. Our theme music is by the late Tara Simmons and this episode is proudly brought to you by Sussan.  Produced by Dr Charlotte Tottman and BCNA.  Engineered and edited by Jane Nield at SEN Studios.  Want to get in touch? Visit our website at www.bcna.org.au, email us at helpline@bcna.org.au, or call our Helpline on 1800 500 258 

Episode 6: Hanging Out with The Bad Boys: Helpful and Not So Helpful Behaviour Changes  We recommend that listeners exercise self-care when listening to this podcast, as some may find the content upsetting. BCNA's Helpline provides a free confidential telephone and email service for people diagnosed with breast cancer, their family and friends. Our experienced team can help with your questions and concerns and direct you to relevant resources and services. Call 1800 500 258 or email helpline@bcna.org.au  Let's be upfront about behavioural changes.  A behavioural change is a change within someone's behaviour when compared to a previous behaviour and can be quite common after a cancer diagnosis and treatment. In this episode Charlotte shares what some of these common behaviours are and discusses the behavioural change model and role of obstacles.  We learn about the guilt and anxiety model, flexibility, the power of helpful language and other strategies that can help you adjust.  This podcast was recorded in February 2023  RESOURCES:  Sign up to My Journey and access a range of resources  Visit our Online Network to connect with people going through a similar experience  Upfront About Breast Cancer is a production of Breast Cancer Network Australia. Our theme music is by the late Tara Simmons and this episode is proudly brought to you by Sussan.  Produced by Dr Charlotte Tottman and BCNA.  Engineered and edited by Jane Nield at SEN Studios.  Want to get in touch? Visit our website at www.bcna.org.au, email us at helpline@bcna.org.au, or call our Helpline on 1800 500 258 

Episode 7: The View from the Other Side of the Bed: The Partner's Perspective  We recommend that listeners exercise self-care when listening to this podcast, as some may find the content upsetting. BCNA's Helpline provides a free confidential telephone and email service for people diagnosed with breast cancer, their family and friends. Our experienced team can help with your questions and concerns and direct you to relevant resources and services. Call 1800 500 258 or email helpline@bcna.org.au  Let's be upfront about different perspectives during and beyond a breast cancer diagnosis. A breast cancer diagnosis affects not only the person diagnosed, but also those around them, whether that be a partner, family, friends or a carer. It can be quite common for people to experience feelings of anxiety, helplessness and not being quite sure of whether they are doing the right thing to help support. In this episode, Charlotte explores the common perspective and experiences of those close to the person diagnosed, and how together you can navigate the new normal. This podcast was recorded in February 2023  RESOURCES:  Sign up to My Journey and access a range of resources  Visit our Online Network to connect with people going through a similar experience  Upfront About Breast Cancer is a production of Breast Cancer Network Australia. Our theme music is by the late Tara Simmons and this episode is proudly brought to you by Sussan.  Produced by Dr Charlotte Tottman and BCNA.  Engineered and edited by Jane Nield at SEN Studios.  Want to get in touch? Visit our website at www.bcna.org.au, email us at helpline@bcna.org.au, or call our Helpline on 1800 500 258  

Episode 9: Pain without Fear: Pain, Persistent Side-Effects and Palliative Care  We recommend that listeners exercise self-care when listening to this podcast, as some may find the content upsetting. BCNA's Helpline provides a free confidential telephone and email service for people diagnosed with breast cancer, their family and friends. Our experienced team can help with your questions and concerns and direct you to relevant resources and services. Call 1800 500 258 or email helpline@bcna.org.au  Let's be upfront about pain, side effects and palliative care.    From a psychological standpoint, Charlotte explains the challenges in managing pain, and persistent side effects like peripheral neuropathy, fatigue, and cognitive changes, and the role of and common misconceptions about palliative care.  This podcast was recorded in February 2023.  RESOURCES:  Sign up to My Journey and access a range of resources  Visit our Online Network to connect with people going through a similar experience  Upfront About Breast Cancer is a production of Breast Cancer Network Australia. Our theme music is by the late Tara Simmons and this episode is proudly brought to you by Sussan.  Produced by Dr Charlotte Tottman and BCNA.  Engineered and edited by Jane Nield at SEN Studios.  Want to get in touch? Visit our website at www.bcna.org.au, email us at helpline@bcna.org.au, or call our Helpline on 1800 500 258 

Episode 10: The Inevitable: Death, Dying and Mortality  We recommend that listeners exercise self-care when listening to this podcast, as some may find the content upsetting. BCNA's Helpline provides a free confidential telephone and email service for people diagnosed with breast cancer, their family and friends. Our experienced team can help with your questions and concerns and direct you to relevant resources and services. Call 1800 500 258 or email helpline@bcna.org.au  *Please note that this episode is an unscripted conversation and does not reflect the full spectrum of experience of end-of-life. It is suggested that you exercise self-care when listening and for more information on personal circumstances seek the guidance of your medical professional.  Let's be upfront about death, dying and mortality.  End of life is something people often don't want to speak or think about, usually because of the uncertainty that surrounds the death and dying experience and the fear of not being here, however, having the tough conversations early can really help to support you and your loved ones.  In this episode, Charlotte speaks frankly about the process of dying, common thoughts and feelings about death, and mortality vulnerabilities, and why confronting some of this can be helpful.  This podcast was recorded in February 2023  RESOURCES:  Sign up to My Journey and access a range of resources  Visit our Online Network to connect with people going through a similar experience Charlotte Tottman's end of life preferences discussion prompts.  Upfront About Breast Cancer is a production of Breast Cancer Network Australia. Our theme music is by the late Tara Simmons and this episode is proudly brought to you by Sussan.  Produced by Dr Charlotte Tottman and BCNA.  Engineered and edited by Jane Nield at SEN Studios.  Want to get in touch? Visit our website at www.bcna.org.au, email us at helpline@bcna.org.au, or call our Helpline on 1800 500 258 

Episode 3: Sugar, Stress, and Misdemeanours: Causal Beliefs  We recommend that listeners exercise self-care when listening to this podcast, as some may find the content upsetting. BCNA's Helpline provides a free confidential telephone and email service for people diagnosed with breast cancer, their family and friends. Our experienced team can help with your questions and concerns and direct you to relevant resources and services. Call 1800 500 258 or email helpline@bcna.org.au  Let's be upfront about causal beliefs and how they impact our feelings and behaviours.  It is common for people to search for an explanation to help them make sense of a situation and why it may have happened to them. Within a cancer context, people often want to understand what caused their cancer and what they did that may have resulted in a diagnosis.  In this episode Charlotte explores the thinking behind causal beliefs and breaks down the common elements and lifestyle behaviours people think may have contributed to their diagnosis. We also learn about risks associated with casual beliefs and discover the acceptance model.  This podcast was recorded in February 2023  RESOURCES:  Sign up to My Journey and access a range of resources  Visit our Online Network to connect with people going through a similar experience  Upfront About Breast Cancer is a production of Breast Cancer Network Australia. Our theme music is by the late Tara Simmons and this episode is proudly brought to you by Sussan.  Produced by Dr Charlotte Tottman and BCNA.  Engineered and edited by Jane Nield at SEN Studios.  Want to get in touch? Visit our website at www.bcna.org.au, email us at helpline@bcna.org.au, or call our Helpline on 1800 500 258 

Episode 8: No. is a sentence: Boundary Setting  We recommend that listeners exercise self-care when listening to this podcast, as some may find the content upsetting. BCNA's Helpline provides a free confidential telephone and email service for people diagnosed with breast cancer, their family and friends. Our experienced team can help with your questions and concerns and direct you to relevant resources and services. Call 1800 500 258 or email helpline@bcna.org.au  Let's be upfront about setting boundaries.  After a cancer diagnosis and treatment, you often discover you are not able to operate at the same level as you did pre-cancer, physically, cognitively and emotionally. In this episode, Charlotte explains the importance of boundary setting in self-care, particularly in relation to the challenges in continuing to care for loved ones while navigating a cancer experience, and the role of guilt in this.  We learn about how to identify your limits and act on them, communicate to others and ourselves, and how to identify alternative helpful activities and prioritise them.  This podcast was recorded in February 2023  RESOURCES:  Sign up to My Journey and access a range of resources  Visit our Online Network to connect with people going through a similar experience  Upfront About Breast Cancer is a production of Breast Cancer Network Australia. Our theme music is by the late Tara Simmons and this episode is proudly brought to you by Sussan.  Produced by Dr Charlotte Tottman and BCNA.  Engineered and edited by Jane Nield at SEN Studios.  Want to get in touch? Visit our website at www.bcna.org.au, email us at helpline@bcna.org.au, or call our Helpline on 1800 500 258 

Episode 1: A Mixed Dozen: Anxiety in a Cancer Context  We recommend that listeners exercise self-care when listening to this podcast, as some may find the content upsetting. BCNA's Helpline provides a free confidential telephone and email service for people diagnosed with breast cancer, their family and friends. Our experienced team can help with your questions and concerns and direct you to relevant resources and services. Call 1800 500 258 or email helpline@bcna.org.au  Let's be upfront about anxiety in a cancer content. In this episode Charlotte discusses ‘the mixed dozen': the types of anxiety that are common during and beyond a cancer diagnosis, including diagnosis shock, fear of recurrence, scan anxiety and the impact on family, partner and friends. We also explore some common behavioural responses and strategies that can help such as challenging the anxiety, sitting in the uncertainty, getting to know your fear and triggers and mindfulness and exercise. This podcast was recorded in February 2023  RESOURCES:  Sign up to My Journey and access a range of resources  Visit our Online Network to connect with people going through a similar experience  Upfront About Breast Cancer is a production of Breast Cancer Network Australia. Our theme music is by the late Tara Simmons and this episode is proudly brought to you by Sussan.  Produced by Dr Charlotte Tottman and BCNA.  Engineered and edited by Jane Nield at SEN Studios.  Want to get in touch? Visit our website at www.bcna.org.au, email us at helpline@bcna.org.au, or call our Helpline on 1800 500 258 

Episode 0: Welcome to Season 2: Unlimited  We recommend that listeners exercise self-care when listening to this podcast, as some may find the content upsetting. BCNA's Helpline provides a free confidential telephone and email service for people diagnosed with breast cancer, their family and friends. Our experienced team can help with your questions and concerns and direct you to relevant resources and services. Call 1800 500 258 or email helpline@bcna.org.au  Welcome to What You Don't Know Until You Do: Unlimited, with Dr Charlotte Tottman.  Charlotte and Kellie reflect on the success of season 1 of the podcast and share the topics and themes that they will be exploring through Charlotte's clinical experience in season 2.  They discuss what unlimited means and unpack and tackle the things we often don't want to speak about due to avoidance and protection, but these conversations often allow us to confront our fears and more importantly, make us feel empowered.  This podcast was recorded in February 2023  RESOURCES:  Sign up to My Journey and access a range of resources  Visit our Online Network to connect with people going through a similar experience  Upfront About Breast Cancer is a production of Breast Cancer Network Australia. Our theme music is by the late Tara Simmons and this episode is proudly brought to you by Sussan.  Produced by Dr Charlotte Tottman and BCNA.  Engineered and edited by Jane Nield at SEN Studios.  Want to get in touch? Visit our website at www.bcna.org.au, email us at helpline@bcna.org.au, or call our Helpline on 1800 500 258 

We recommend that listeners exercise self-care when listening to this podcast, as some may find the content upsetting. BCNA's Helpline provides a free confidential telephone and email service for people diagnosed with breast cancer, their family and friends. Our experienced team can help with your questions and concerns and direct you to relevant resources and services. Call 1800 500 258 or email helpline@bcna.org.au  Welcome to the end of What You Don't Know Until You Do: Unlimited with Dr Charlotte Tottman.  In this wrap up, Charlotte and Kellie reflect on season 2, share some of their highlights and take the opportunity to thank the people that made this podcast possible.  Charlotte discusses how privileged she feels to be able to work with BCNA on this podcast and share her story to help others. Thank you for listening.  This podcast was recorded in February 2023  RESOURCES:  Sign up to My Journey and access a range of resources  Visit our Online Network to connect with people going through a similar experience  Upfront About Breast Cancer is a production of Breast Cancer Network Australia. Our theme music is by the late Tara Simmons and this episode is proudly brought to you by Sussan.  Produced by Dr Charlotte Tottman and BCNA.  Engineered and edited by Jane Nield at SEN Studios.  Want to get in touch? Visit our website at www.bcna.org.au, email us at helpline@bcna.org.au, or call our Helpline on 1800 500 258 

Join Laura Turner and her guest this week Kellie Curtain.This show is proudly supported by Tobin Brothers Funerals.Kellie is the author of ‘What Will I Wear to your Funeral', an enthralling and deeply moving book about the Curtain family finding the ‘good' in goodbye as they navigate Kellie's mother's passing of cancer.In Kellie's own words, “everyone has a story to tell, it's the story telling that sets them apart. And every story has an audience, my experience is in finding the right medium and platform to reach them.”Kellie hosts the podcast series UpFront about Breast Cancer for the Breast Cancer Network Australia - you can listen to the podcast HERE. For more info on the BCNA head to their website www.bcna.org.au

Join Caro and Corrie for Ep 230. JOIN US AT OUR MOVIE NIGHT on Tuesday 16th of August thanks to Red Energy Join us at the movies to see Good Luck to You Leo Grande.Tuesday 16th of August 5pm start for a 5.30pm screening at The Palace Como in South Yarra. Part proceeds from the evening go to the BCNA.Click HERE to book – or email feedback@dontshootpod.com.au and Producer Jane can assist you.We have 3 double passes to give away - first 3 people to email feedback@dontshootpod.com.au to be a winner.THIS WEEKCaro and Corrie discuss the Adelaide Crows and THAT Training Camp and the reporting surrounding it. Where to now for the Crows?BSFSmall Things Like These by Claire KeeganPersuasion on NetflixButternut Squash with Sage and Black Olive by Alice Zaslavsky (see recipe below). Myles Thompson from Prince Wine Store joins us for The Cocktail Cabinet and recommends;Use the promo code MESS at checkout instore or online to receive a listener discount - head to the dedicated Don't Shoot the Messenger page HERE.To win a Prince Wine Store Introductory Wine Course for you and a friend - simpy fill in the entry for HERE and tell us about your favourite wine memory or experience.Plus we also pay tribute to Judith Durham and Olivia Newton John, Corrie's holiday prep, mandatory attire in parliament and more. To receive our weekly email which includes recipes SIGN UP HERE.For videos and pics make sure you follow us on Instagram, Facebook or TwitterEmail the show via feedback@dontshootpod.com.au.Don't Shoot the Messenger is produced by Corrie Perkin, Caroline Wilson and produced, engineered and edited by Jane Nield for Sports Entertainment Network.Butternut Squash with Sage and Black Olivefrom In Praise of Veg by Alice ZaslavskyServes 42 butternut pumpkin (squash)1 teaspoon brown sugar (muscovado is my fav here)1 teaspoon salt flakes1/3 cup (80 ml) olive oil plus an extra teaspoon100g macadamia nuts80g butter50g kalamata olives, pitted1 handful of fresh sage leaves, plus extra to garnishPreheat the oven to 190degrees C with a baking tray inside.To slice the pumpkin in half, insert a sharp knife through the middle along one side, spin the pumpkin over without removing the knife and slice through the other side. Scoop the seeds out. Use the pumpkin hollow as a bowl to make a paste with the sugar, salt and 2 tablespoons of olive oil, then rub into the pumpkin halves.Pull the hot baking tray out and carefully line the base with a sheet of baking pater. Drizzle another 2 tablespoons of olive oil across the middle of the baking tray and lay the pumpkin halves, face side down, across the oily bits.Transfer to the over and roast for 40-50 minutes, until a fork can be poked through the top of the skin.With 15 minutes to go, wrap the macadamia nuts in a clean tea towel. Use a rolling pin, pestle or the bottom of a bottle to crush the nuts up a bit.Tip the crushed nuts into a cold frying pan. Add the butter and remaining 1 teaspoon olive oil and place over medium heat. Squash the olives between your thumb and forefinger to split them in half and pop out the pits. Toss the pitted olives and the sage into the butter mixture and gently sizzle for about 2-3 minutes, until the butter has turned as nut-brown as the nuts.When the pumpkin is ready, pile the nut mixture into the pumpkin hollows, drizzling any left-over buttery sauce around the pumpkin. Garnish with extra sage, season and serve.

Join Caroline Wilson and Corrie Perkin for Ep 229.JOIN US AT OUR MOVIE NIGHT on Tuesday 16th of August thanks to Red Energy Join us at the movies to see Good Luck to You Leo Grande.Tuesday 16th of August 5pm start for a 5.30pm screening at The Palace Como in South Yarra. Part proceeds from the evening go to the BCNA.Click HERE to book – or email feedback@dontshootpod.com.au and Producer Jane can assist you.Caro is back from Scandanavia and her daughter Rose's wedding – she shares her observations from a wonderful family wedding (or two) her favourite towns, her unexpected highlights and impressions of life back in Melbourne after 3 weeks away.Myles Thompson from Prince Wine Store joins us for The Cocktail Cabinet and he recommends two wines;Yabby Lake Red Claw Pinot NoirAphelia Welkin Grenache 2021To win a Prince Wine Store Introductory Wine Course for you and a friend - simpy fill in the entry for HERE and tell us about your favourite wine memory or experience. Use the promo code MESS at checkout instore or online to receive a listener discount - head to the dedicated Don't Shoot the Messenger page HERE.BSF· Malibu Rising by Taylor Jenkins-ReedC'mon, C'mon (C'mon C'mon is available to stream in Australia now on Google Play and Apple TV and Prime Video Store)Caramel Pear Cake In 6 Quick Questions for Red Energy we talk heart-warming speeches, the Manley pride guernsey saga, the Chris Rock and Damien Hardwick apologies, the Barbie movie and we pay tribute to Archie Roach (check out Took the Children Away HERE).To receive our weekly email which includes recipes SIGN UP HERE.For videos and pics make sure you follow us on Instagram, Facebook or TwitterEmail the show via feedback@dontshootpod.com.au.Don't Shoot the Messenger is produced by Corrie Perkin, Caroline Wilson and produced, engineered and edited by Jane Nield for Sports Entertainment Network.

Join Corrie Perkin and producer Jane Nield for Ep 228. We can't wait to hear all about Caro's 'Mother of the Bride' Experience next week - in the meantime we bring you a whole host of recommendations for podcasts, books, screen and food.This podcast is proudly presented by Red Energy - most satisfied customers 12 years in a row.JOIN US AT OUR MOVIE NIGHT on Tuesday 16th of August. Join us at the movies to see Good Luck to You Leo Grande.Tuesday 16th of August 5pm start for a 5.30pm screening at The Palace Como in South Yarra. Part proceeds from the evening go to the BCNA.Click HERE to book – or email feedback@dontshootpod.com.au and Jane can assist you.This week Corrie and Jane talk podcast, books, screen, food and more – a whole host of recommendations to get you through the last month of Winter!Plus Myles from Prince Wine Store joins us for the Cocktail Cabinet with a couple of great Winter drinks.Use the promo code MESS at checkout instore or online to receive a listener discount - head to the dedicated Don't Shoot the Messenger page HERE.PODCASTSA Podcast of One's Own with Julia GillardThe Archive Fever podcast with Clare Wright and Yves ReesThe Teacher's Trial from Hedley ThomasWill Be WildI'll Drink to That (recommended by Gab at Prince Wine Store).The Rachel Maddow Show Podcast BOOKSHorse by Geraldine BrooksThe Patient Doctor by Dr Ben BraverySCREENBecoming Elizabeth on StanAftertaste on ABC IviewFOODJane Mc Donald's Pear Cake (see recipe below)Movida's Beef Cheeks Slowly Braised with Pedro Ximenez and Cauliflower PureeTo receive our weekly email which includes recipes SIGN UP HERE.For videos and pics make sure you follow us on Instagram, Facebook or TwitterEmail the show via feedback@dontshootpod.com.au.Don't Shoot the Messenger is produced by Corrie Perkin, Caroline Wilson and produced, engineered and edited by Jane Nield for Sports Entertainment Network.Jane MacDonald's Pear Cake.Pre time 20 minutesCooking time: 60 minutes1-2 tablespoons brown sugar3-4 pears, skin on2 tablespoons blanched almonds200g unsalted butter200g caster sugar3 eggs2 tablespoons self raising flour200g almond mealPreheat oven to 185degrees CSpread the brown sugar over the bottom of a 23cm lined cake tinCut the pears into quarters, then into 2-3 slices and lay over brown sugar. Sprinkle almonds over the top of the pears.Cream butter and caster sugar. Add eggs then flour and almond meal. Spread mixture over the pears.Bake for 45-60 minutes.When cool, turn out carefully onto a serving plate. Serve with cream or ice cream. Movida's Beef Cheeks Slowly Braised with Pedro Ximenez and Cauliflower Puree Ingredients:· 1.5 kg Beef Cheeks· 125 ml (½ cup) olive oil· 3 carrots, roughly chopped· 1 garlic bulb, halved· 1 brown onion, sliced· 500 ml (2 cups) Pedro Ximenez sherry· 500 ml (2 cups) red wine· 3 bay leaves· 3 tablespoons thyme leaves· 1 teaspoon fine sea salt· 1 head of cauliflower, broken into florets· 185 ml (¾ cup) cream· 40g butter Method:1. Trim the beef cheeks to neaten them up and remove any sinew and silver skin. Season well. Pre heat oven to 150º.2. Heat half the olive oil in a large heavy-based, oven proof casserole dish over high heat. Brown the beef cheeks for 2 minutes on each side, or until golden, then remove from the pan.Add the remaining olive oil, then add the carrot, garlic and onion and sauté over high heat for 12-15 minutes, or until well browned. Stir in the sherry, wine, bay leaves, thyme, sea salt and 500 ml (17 fl oz/2 cups) water.3. Add the beef cheeks back into the dish, cover and cook in the oven for 4-6 hours, or until the cheeks are beginning to fall apart.4. Meanwhile, put the cauliflower, cream and butter in a saucepan, season to taste with salt, then cover and cook over low heat for 35 minutes, or until very tender. Place the cauliflower mixture in a blender and process until smooth. Keep the puree warm.5. The sauce from the beef cheeks should by now be reduced and glaze-like. If it needs further reducing, remove the cheeks from the pan, cover with foil to keep them warm and simmer the sauce over high heat until nicely reduced. Strain the sauce through a fine sieve and return to the pan; gently reheat the cheeks in the sauce if necessary.6. Serve the cheeks and their sauce on warm plates with the cauliflower pureeon the side.

Join Corrie Perkin and our guest co-host today Craig Hutchison.This podcast is proudly presented by Red Energy - most satisfied customers 12 years in a row.JOIN US AT OUR MOVIE NIGHT on Tuesday 16th of August. Join us at the movies to see Good Luck to You Leo Grande.Tuesday 16th of August 5pm start for a 5.30pm screening at The Palace Como in South Yarra. Part proceeds from the evening go to the BCNA.Click HERE to book – or email feedback@dontshootpod.com.au and Producer Jane can assist you.This week Hutchy gives us an insight into his recent travels, including some interesting observations on the mood in the US and some predications of who might be in contention come the next US election.BSFThe Escape Artist by Jonathan FreedlandBillions (plus Hutchy also recommends Super Pumped – the Story of Uber, Succession and Ozark.The Famous 100 Cookie (see recipe HERE or below)In 6 Quick Questions we discuss Nick Kyrgios and his brand of car crash tennis, a sad observation at a major sporting event, the final episode of Neighbours – which leads Hutchy to a fan-boy revelation about Kylie Minogue!The Cocktail Cabinet for Prince Wine Store - Myles introduces us to a couple of the white wines from the ‘Le Tour Survival Dozen' box. Use the promo code MESS at checkout instore or online to receive a listener discount - head to the dedicated Don't Shoot the Messenger page HERE.We also catch up with ocean swimmer Nick Martin who is preparing to swim the English Channel to raise funds for the Portsea Camp. You can donate to Nick's Go Fund Me campaign HERE. To receive our weekly email which includes recipes SIGN UP HERE.For videos and pics make sure you follow us on Instagram, Facebook or TwitterEmail the show via feedback@dontshootpod.com.au.Don't Shoot the Messenger is produced by Corrie Perkin, Caroline Wilson and produced, engineered and edited by Jane Nield for Sports Entertainment Network.Famous 100 Cookie Recipe Ingredients· 500 grams (2 cups) Butter· 1 Can of Condensed Milk· 1 cup Sugar· 5 cups Self Raising FlourCream the Sugar and Butter, add condensed milk and flour. Place on greased trays and bake in moderate oven approx 180 degrees C (360F) until golden brown approximately 10-15 minutes.For a less ‘floury' biscuit – sub half a cup of flour for 1/2 cup of custard powder and put lemon or passionfruit icing between the two biscuits. Doesn't that sound completely heavenly!

Ep 226 - It Doesn't Matter That it's the 70s - It's Still GoodWhile Caro is off being the ‘mother of the bride' Corrie Perkin is joined by Caro's great friend and regular pod guest Anna Barry aka Anna from the Op Shop.This podcast is proudly presented by Red Energy - most satisfied customers 12 years in a row.JOIN US AT OUR MOVIE NIGHT on Tuesday 16th of August. Join us at the movies to see Good Luck to You Leo Grande.Tuesday 16th of August 5pm start for a 5.30pm screening at The Palace Como in South Yarra. Part proceeds from the evening go to the BCNA.Click HERE to book – or email feedback@dontshootpod.com.au and Producer Jane can assist you.This WeekAnna's just been on a romp through Greece and Italy – she shares some of her highlights and what getting back to travel was like post COVID.We discuss the demise of Boris Johnson and what it says about personality politics. We empathise with the Queen – can anything else go wrong in her Jubilee year?In the Cocktail Cabinet for Prince Wine Store Myles Thompson joins us with some highlights from the July Tour De France ‘Le Tour Survival Dozen' box including;· Stephane Aviron Beaujolais Village 2020· Marcel Malbec 2018Use the promo code MESS at checkout instore or online to receive a listener discount - head to the dedicated Don't Shoot the Messenger page HERE.BSF· Fall by John Preston· Achilles by Madeline Miller· Borgen Series 4 · Neil Perry's chickpea and green lentil curry with spinach (see recipe HERE or below)Anna is Grumpy about the price of veggies and she fills us in on Bean Gate at the local veggie store.In 6 Quick Questions for Red Energy - we talk Wimbledon memories and favourite moments from Wimbledon 2022, what to give an 85 year old on her birthday, great rock tracks being seconded for advertising, the queen of winter flowers and another Amazing Fact.To receive our weekly email which includes recipes SIGN UP HERE.For videos and pics make sure you follow us on Instagram, Facebook or TwitterEmail the show via feedback@dontshootpod.com.au.Don't Shoot the Messenger is produced by Corrie Perkin, Caroline Wilson and produced, engineered and edited by Jane Nield for Sports Entertainment Network.Neil Perry's chickpea and green lentil curry with spinach – from Everything I Love to CookThis is a lovely, earthy curry, enriched by yoghurt and lime, which add a bit of sharpness and creaminess. I like to make a salsa to go with this, with chopped tomatoes, red onion and lots of fresh herbs, finished with a dash of rice wine vinegar and a sprinkle of sugar and salt. Add it on top of the yoghurt – it lifts the whole flavour profile. This is also a tasty sauce to place under pan-seared seafood such as scallops or prawns, or even a nice piece of white-fleshed fishIngredients1 cup green lentils½ tsp ground turmeric1 bay leaf1 bunch spinach, leaves picked, washed well and shredded1 tsp sea salt½ tsp red chilli powder1 tsp cumin seeds, toasted and lightly crushed1 cup tinned chickpeas, drained2 fresh long red chillies, cut into thin rounds1 tbsp Greek-style yoghurtjuice of 1 limesteamed rice, to servechopped tomatoes and chopped coriander, to serve (optional)Method1. Place the lentils in a saucepan, cover with cold water and bring to the boil. Take off the heat, drain immediately and rinse.2. Place the blanched lentils, turmeric, bay leaf and 1 litre (4 cups) water in a heavy-based pan with a tight-fitting lid over medium heat. Stir and bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low, cover and cook gently for about 1 hour or until the lentils are tender.3. Add the spinach, sea salt, chilli powder, cumin and 80ml (⅓ cup) water. Stir to combine, then return to a simmer. Cover and simmer gently for 30 minutes, stirring from time to time. Add the chickpeas and heat through, then remove from the heat.4. Stir in the fresh chilli and spoon into a serving bowl. Add the yoghurt on top, then the lime juice, and serve with steamed rice. Top with chopped tomatoes and coriander, if using.

 We recommend that listeners exercise self-care when listening to this podcast, as some may find the content upsetting. Let's be Upfront about working after breast cancer and tackling the difficult conversations you may need to have with your employer. Some people feel comfortable discussing their diagnosis and treatment, and find that their employer is understanding, supportive and compassionate, allowing them to focus on their health and recovery. Others, however, may find negotiating changes and voicing challenges with their employer difficult, making an already hard situation worse. Joining us for this episode of Upfront are Greg Smith and Lisa Edgar. Greg has more than 20 years' experience in executive coaching, mentoring and human resources consulting and has successfully led major organisational change programs in large organisations. Lisa is a BCNA member and had been working as an HR manager for three years when she was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2012 and stopped work to focus on her recovery. Unfortunately, Lisa did not receive the support she needed from her employer. We hear about how best to approach your employer to discuss your diagnosis and treatment and the impact it may have on your ability to work, what support you should expect from your workplace, challenges you may face when working after a diagnosis and what you can do if your employer is not supportive of you.  This podcast was recorded in June 2022. RESOURCES: ·       Sign up to My Journey to access a range of resources on work and breast cancer ·       Visit the Work and Breast Cancer hub on BCNA's website·       Learn about BCNA's Workplace Giving program·       Visit our Online Network to connect with people going through a similar experience Upfront About Breast Cancer is a production of Breast Cancer Network Australia. Our theme music is by the late Tara Simmons, and this episode is proudly brought to you by Sussan. If this episode helped you or someone you know, you can support the show in the following ways to allow us to continue to be upfront with you and reach more people through meaningful content. Subscribe to ensure you never miss an episode, download so you always have an episode ready to listen to, leave a rating and review and tell us what you liked about the episode.  Want to get in touch? Visit our website at bcna.org.au, email us at contact@bcna.org.au, or call our Helpline on 1800 500 258

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We recommend that listeners exercise self-care when listening to this podcast, as some may find the content upsetting. Let's be Upfront about the extra challenges and different needs of LGBTIQ+ people when diagnosed with breast cancer. LGBTIQ+ communities have unique requirements and additional concerns and anxiety when dealing with a breast cancer diagnosis, including whether to disclose their sexuality to their medical team, whether they will be able to find the support they need, and anxiety surrounding discrimination and their treatment being negatively impacted. Joining us for this episode of Upfront is Jane Ussher and Natalie Halse. Jane is a Professor of Women's Health Psychology in the Translations Health Research Institute at Western Sydney University and is the lead researcher in the recent ‘Out with Cancer' Study. Natalie is a registered nurse and a BCNA consumer representative with lived breast cancer experience of a LGBTIQ+ person. We hear about some of the key findings of the ‘Out with Cancer' study and its key learnings, discuss disclosure including how to do it safely, the positive benefits, and why some people are reluctant and also discover what to do if you experience a negative reaction from a health care professional and the support available. This podcast was recorded in January 2022. RESOURCES:· Sign up to My Journey and access a range of resources on for LGBTIQ+ communities· Visit and join our LGBTIQ+ Online Network to connect with people going through a similar experience· Cancer Connect – 131 120· National LGBTIQ+ Health Alliance – (02) 8568 1123· Switchboard Victoria – 1800 184 527· Living Proud – 1800 184 527· QLife – 1800 184 527· Acon – 1800 063 060 Upfront About Breast Cancer is a production of Breast Cancer Network Australia. Our theme music is by the late Tara Simmons, and this episode is proudly brought to you by Cancer Australia.If this episode helped you or someone you know, you can support the show in the following ways to allow us to continue to be upfront with you and reach more people through meaningful content. Subscribe to ensure you never miss an episode, download so you always have an episode ready to listen to, leave a rating and review and tell us what you liked about the episode and complete the survey that you'll find in the show notes. This survey will help us to tailor and create content that is relevant to our members and their breast cancer diagnosis.   Want to get in touch? Visit our website at bcna.org.au, email us at contact@bcna.org.au, or call our Helpline on 1800 500 258

Episode 3: What You Don't Know Until You Do, With Dr Charlotte Tottman: The Showing Up and The Letting Down: Surprises and Disappointments in RelationshipsWe recommend that listeners exercise self-care when listening to the Upfront About Breast Cancer What You Don't Know Until You Do with Dr Charlotte Tottman podcast, as some may find the content upsetting. Each episode is raw and real and covers a range of topics, some of which may be triggering for people at various stages of their journey. The intention is to have meaningful conversations, present relevant information and provide practical strategies that may help someone or someone you know on their cancer journey. BCNA's helpline provides a free confidential telephone and email service for people diagnosed with breast cancer, their family and friends. Our experienced team can help with your questions and concerns and direct you to relevant resources and services. Call 1800 500 258 or email contact@bcna.org.au.In this episode of What You Don't Know Until You Do, with Dr Charlotte Tottman, we hear about the surprises and disappointments often experienced at various stages of a breast cancer journey and the expectations we often don't realise we have of others. Charlotte shares her experience of being surprised and thankful for those who stepped up, as well as her experience of feeling let down by those who disappeared. We also hear about how best to respond to disappointment, recalibrate expectations and how to clearly communicate your emotional and practical needs to those around you.To help us continue to develop our podcasts, we ask for your feedback via our survey.Resources:- Sign up to My Journey and access a range of resources onManaging support and concern from the people around you Support for you when you are diagnosed with EBC- Visit our Online Network to connect with people going through a similar experience.Upfront About Breast Cancer is a production of Breast Cancer Network Australia.Our theme music is by the late Tara Simmons, and this episode is proudly brought to you by JT Reid.Produced by Dr Charlotte Tottman and BCNA Engineered and edited by Jane Nield at SEN StudiosVisit our website at www.bcna.org.au/, email us at contact@bcna.org.au, or call our Helpline on 1800 500 258 if any of the content in this podcast has raised any concerns or questions.

Episode 9: What You Don't Know Until You Do, with Dr Charlotte Tottman: Exercise is Annoying (‘cos it works): The Psychological and Physical BenefitsWe recommend that listeners exercise self-care when listening to the Upfront About Breast Cancer What You Don't Know Until You Do with Dr Charlotte Tottman podcast, as some may find the content upsetting. Each episode is raw and real and covers a range of topics, some of which may be triggering for people at various stages of their journey. The intention is to have meaningful conversations, present relevant information and provide practical strategies that may help someone or someone you know on their cancer journey. BCNA's helpline provides a free confidential telephone and email service for people diagnosed with breast cancer, their family and friends. Our experienced team can help with your questions and concerns and direct you to relevant resources and services. Call 1800 500 258 or email contact@bcna.org.au.In this episode of What You Don't Know Until You Do, with Dr Charlotte Tottman, we hear about the major benefits, both psychologically and physically, of exercise during breast cancer treatment, the different exercise types and formats that can be beneficial to treatment, as well as hearing Charlotte's rehab story and how she discovered what worked for her. To help us continue to develop our podcasts, we ask for your feedback via our survey.Resources:- Sign up to My Journey and access a range of resources onExercise after breast surgeryExercise: why, what and how?Physical activity, eating healthy and breast cancer- Visit our Online Network to connect with people going through a similar experience.Upfront About Breast Cancer is a production of Breast Cancer Network Australia.Our theme music is by the late Tara Simmons, and this episode is proudly brought to you by JT Reid.Produced by Dr Charlotte Tottman and BCNA Engineered and edited by Jane Nield at SEN StudiosVisit our website at www.bcna.org.au/, email us at contact@bcna.org.au, or call our Helpline on 1800 500 258 if any of the content in this podcast has raised any concerns or questions.

Episode 1: What You Don't Know Until You Do, with Dr Charlotte Tottman: D Day: Diagnosis ShockWe recommend that listeners exercise self-care when listening to this podcast, as some may find the content upsetting. BCNA's Helpline provides a free confidential telephone and email service for people diagnosed with breast cancer, their family and friends. Our experienced team can help with your questions and concerns and direct you to relevant resources and services. Call 1800 500 258 or email contact@bcna.org.au.In this episode of What You Don't Know Until You Do, with Dr Charlotte Tottman, we hear about Charlotte's diagnosis story including the initial shock and common reactions in the aftermath of a cancer diagnosis. Charlotte discusses physical and psychological responses, including fight and flight, information control, and anxiety spikes. We also explore what information and tactics helped her process the information and how she told her loved ones of the news.To help us continue to develop our podcasts, we ask for your feedback via our survey.Resources:- Sign up to My Journey and access a range of resources on:Coping with a diagnosis of early breast cancer Practical help when diagnosed with early breast cancer Talking to children about your breast cancer diagnosisReactions of parents when you are diagnosed with breast cancerSupport for you when diagnosed with early breast cancer- Visit our Online Network to connect with people going through a similar experience.Upfront About Breast Cancer is a production of Breast Cancer Network Australia.Our theme music is by the late Tara Simmons, and this episode is proudly brought to you by JT Reid.Produced by Dr Charlotte Tottman and BCNA Engineered and edited by Jane Nield at SEN StudiosVisit our website at www.bcna.org.au/, email us at contact@bcna.org.au, or call our Helpline on 1800 500 258 if any of the content in this podcast has raised any concerns or questions.

Episode 2: What You Don't Know Until You Do, With Dr Charlotte Tottman: A Tale of Two Husbands: Emotional IsolationWe recommend that listeners exercise self-care when listening to the Upfront About Breast Cancer What You Don't Know Until You Do with Dr Charlotte Tottman podcast, as some may find the content upsetting. Each episode is raw and real and covers a range of topics, some of which may be triggering for people at various stages of their journey. The intention is to have meaningful conversations, present relevant information and provide practical strategies that may help someone or someone you know on their cancer journey. BCNA's helpline provides a free confidential telephone and email service for people diagnosed with breast cancer, their family and friends. Our experienced team can help with your questions and concerns and direct you to relevant resources and services. Call 1800 500 258 or email contact@bcna.org.au.In this episode of What You Don't Know Until You Do, with Dr Charlotte Tottman, we hear about Charlotte's experience of emotional isolation during her cancer journey, which is the feeling of being alone in the intense experience of a cancer diagnosis and treatment, despite being surrounded by loved ones. Charlotte shares her 'tale of two husbands' in which she reveals her own feelings of emotional isolation following unexpected responses from both her long term and current husband and her ex-husband. We learn about the importance of empathy and strategies of how to best get emotional needs met. To help us continue to develop our podcasts, we ask for your feedback via our survey.Resources:- Sign up to My Journey and access a range of resources on partner support. - Visit our Online Network to connect with people going through a similar experience.Upfront About Breast Cancer is a production of Breast Cancer Network Australia.Our theme music is by the late Tara Simmons, and this episode is proudly brought to you by JT Reid.Produced by Dr Charlotte Tottman and BCNA Engineered and edited by Jane Nield at SEN StudiosVisit our website at www.bcna.org.au/, email us at contact@bcna.org.au, or call our Helpline on 1800 500 258 if any of the content in this podcast has raised any concerns or questions.

Episode 10: What You Don't Know Until You Do, with Dr Charlotte Tottman: The Iron Fist: Fear of Cancer RecurrenceWe recommend that listeners exercise self-care when listening to the Upfront About Breast Cancer What You Don't Know Until You Do with Dr Charlotte Tottman podcast, as some may find the content upsetting. Each episode is raw and real and covers a range of topics, some of which may be triggering for people at various stages of their journey. The intention is to have meaningful conversations, present relevant information and provide practical strategies that may help someone or someone you know on their cancer journey. BCNA's helpline provides a free confidential telephone and email service for people diagnosed with breast cancer, their family and friends. Our experienced team can help with your questions and concerns and direct you to relevant resources and services. Call 1800 500 258 or email contact@bcna.org.au.In the final episode of What You Don't Know Until You Do, with Dr Charlotte Tottman, we hear about what fear of cancer recurrence is and why it's normal to experience anxiety about the idea of the cancer coming back. We explore the common triggers, including medical reviews, diagnosis of a family member or friend, and physical symptoms, as well as discussing the common responses in fear of recurrence, including avoidance and reassurance-seeking. Charlotte shares her personal experience of fear of recurrence, the strategies she uses to cope, and why and how she uses her fear as a motivator. To help us continue to develop our podcasts, we ask for your feedback via our survey.Resources:- Sign up to My Journey and access a range of resources on what makes breast cancer return or spread.- Visit our Online Network to connect with people going through a similar experience.Upfront About Breast Cancer is a production of Breast Cancer Network Australia.Our theme music is by the late Tara Simmons, and this episode is proudly brought to you by JT Reid.Produced by Dr Charlotte Tottman and BCNA Engineered and edited by Jane Nield at SEN StudiosVisit our website at www.bcna.org.au/, email us at contact@bcna.org.au, or call our Helpline on 1800 500 258 if any of the content in this podcast has raised any concerns or questions.

Episode 4: What you don't know until you do, with Dr Charlotte Tottman: The Mirror Image: Body Image DifficultiesWe recommend that listeners exercise self-care when listening to the Upfront About Breast Cancer What You Don't Know Until You Do with Dr Charlotte Tottman podcast, as some may find the content upsetting. Each episode is raw and real and covers a range of topics, some of which may be triggering for people at various stages of their journey. The intention is to have meaningful conversations, present relevant information and provide practical strategies that may help someone or someone you know on their cancer journey. BCNA's helpline provides a free confidential telephone and email service for people diagnosed with breast cancer, their family and friends. Our experienced team can help with your questions and concerns and direct you to relevant resources and services. Call 1800 500 258 or email contact@bcna.org.au.In this episode of What You Don't Know Until You Do, with Dr Charlotte Tottman, we hear about Charlotte's experience of the changes to her body as a result of cancer treatment and how the changes to our physical form can challenge our sense of self, identity and who we are. Charlotte shares her personal stories of the challenges she faced after her second surgery, the triggers and responses she had to un-learn and strategies she used to change her mindset to focus on what her body could do as opposed to what it looked like. To help us continue to develop our podcasts, we ask for your feedback via our survey.Resources:- Sign up to My Journey and access a range of resources onChanges to the way your body looks and feels Choosing to stay flat after mastectomy- Visit our Online Network to connect with people going through a similar experience.Upfront About Breast Cancer is a production of Breast Cancer Network Australia.Our theme music is by the late Tara Simmons, and this episode is proudly brought to you by JT Reid.Produced by Dr Charlotte Tottman and BCNA Engineered and edited by Jane Nield at SEN StudiosVisit our website at www.bcna.org.au/, email us at contact@bcna.org.au, or call our Helpline on 1800 500 258 if any of the content in this podcast has raised any concerns or questions.

Episode 5: What You Don't Know Until You Do, with Dr Charlotte Tottman: The Snow Globe Effect: Change of PerspectiveWe recommend that listeners exercise self-care when listening to the Upfront About Breast Cancer What You Don't Know Until You Do with Dr Charlotte Tottman podcast, as some may find the content upsetting. Each episode is raw and real and covers a range of topics, some of which may be triggering for people at various stages of their journey. The intention is to have meaningful conversations, present relevant information and provide practical strategies that may help someone or someone you know on their cancer journey. BCNA's helpline provides a free confidential telephone and email service for people diagnosed with breast cancer, their family and friends. Our experienced team can help with your questions and concerns and direct you to relevant resources and services. Call 1800 500 258 or email contact@bcna.org.au.In this episode of What You Don't Know Until You Do, with Dr Charlotte Tottman, we hear about the Snow Globe Effect, an analogy Charlotte uses to explain how a cancer experience can change a person's perspective, values, priorities and how they live their life. We explore confronting mortality, re-thinking past choices and decisions and how we can be empowered to live our best life going forward. To help us continue to develop our podcasts, we ask for your feedback via our survey.Resources:- Sign up to My Journey and access a range of resources onDealing with emotions after an early breast cancer diagnosisYour new normal after breast cancer treatmentEmotional wellbeing and DCIS- Visit our Online Network to connect with people going through a similar experience.Upfront About Breast Cancer is a production of Breast Cancer Network Australia.Our theme music is by the late Tara Simmons, and this episode is proudly brought to you by JT Reid.Produced by Dr Charlotte Tottman and BCNA Engineered and edited by Jane Nield at SEN StudiosVisit our website at www.bcna.org.au/, email us at contact@bcna.org.au, or call our Helpline on 1800 500 258 if any of the content in this podcast has raised any concerns or questions.

Episode 6: What You Don't Know Until You Do, with Dr Charlotte Tottman: The Meltdown: Post Treatment AdjustmentWe recommend that listeners exercise self-care when listening to the Upfront About Breast Cancer What You Don't Know Until You Do with Dr Charlotte Tottman podcast, as some may find the content upsetting. Each episode is raw and real and covers a range of topics, some of which may be triggering for people at various stages of their journey. The intention is to have meaningful conversations, present relevant information and provide practical strategies that may help someone or someone you know on their cancer journey. BCNA's helpline provides a free confidential telephone and email service for people diagnosed with breast cancer, their family and friends. Our experienced team can help with your questions and concerns and direct you to relevant resources and services. Call 1800 500 258 or email contact@bcna.org.au.In this episode of What You Don't Know Until You Do, with Dr Charlotte Tottman, we hear about what post treatment adjustment is, including physical and psychological recovery, rehabilitation once hospital-based treatment ends and what you can expect in the years that follow. Charlotte shares her personal post treatment adjustment story including her ‘Meltdown', the strategies she used to help her recognise and acknowledge the adjustments she needed to make, and how important sleep and taking time for herself were in helping her find her feet again. To help us continue to develop our podcasts, we ask for your feedback via our survey.Resources:- Sign up to My Journey and access a range of resources onCoping with the emotional effects of breast cancer treatment Your new normal after breast cancer treatment- Visit our Online Network to connect with people going through a similar experience.Upfront About Breast Cancer is a production of Breast Cancer Network Australia.Our theme music is by the late Tara Simmons, and this episode is proudly brought to you by JT Reid.Produced by Dr Charlotte Tottman and BCNA Engineered and edited by Jane Nield at SEN StudiosVisit our website at www.bcna.org.au/, email us at contact@bcna.org.au, or call our Helpline on 1800 500 258 if any of the content in this podcast has raised any concerns or questions.

Episode 7: What you don't know until you do, with Dr Charlotte Tottman: The Next Version of You: Managing ExpectationsWe recommend that listeners exercise self-care when listening to the Upfront About Breast Cancer What You Don't Know Until You Do with Dr Charlotte Tottman podcast, as some may find the content upsetting. Each episode is raw and real and covers a range of topics, some of which may be triggering for people at various stages of their journey. The intention is to have meaningful conversations, present relevant information and provide practical strategies that may help someone or someone you know on their cancer journey. BCNA's helpline provides a free confidential telephone and email service for people diagnosed with breast cancer, their family and friends. Our experienced team can help with your questions and concerns and direct you to relevant resources and services. Call 1800 500 258 or email contact@bcna.org.au.In this episode of What You Don't Know Until You Do, with Dr Charlotte Tottman, we hear about post treatment adjustment and the role that the expectations we have of ourselves, and the expectations others have of us play in a cancer experience. Charlotte reflects on how she changed various aspects of her life through her cancer journey to adjust to the next version of herself and find a way forward, rather than trying to find a way back to her pre cancer self. To help us continue to develop our podcasts, we ask for your feedback via our survey.Resources:- Sign up to My Journey and access a range of resources onYour new normal after breast cancer treatmentBeyond active treatment: the impact on you and your relationships- Visit our Online Network to connect with people going through a similar experience.Upfront About Breast Cancer is a production of Breast Cancer Network Australia.Our theme music is by the late Tara Simmons, and this episode is proudly brought to you by JT Reid.Produced by Dr Charlotte Tottman and BCNA Engineered and edited by Jane Nield at SEN StudiosVisit our website at www.bcna.org.au/, email us at contact@bcna.org.au, or call our Helpline on 1800 500 258 if any of the content in this podcast has raised any concerns or questions.

Episode 8: What You Don't Know Until You Do, with Dr Charlotte Tottman: Learning New Dance Steps: Sexuality and IntimacyWe recommend that listeners exercise self-care when listening to the Upfront About Breast Cancer What You Don't Know Until You Do with Dr Charlotte Tottman podcast, as some may find the content upsetting. Each episode is raw and real and covers a range of topics, some of which may be triggering for people at various stages of their journey. The intention is to have meaningful conversations, present relevant information and provide practical strategies that may help someone or someone you know on their cancer journey. BCNA's helpline provides a free confidential telephone and email service for people diagnosed with breast cancer, their family and friends. Our experienced team can help with your questions and concerns and direct you to relevant resources and services. Call 1800 500 258 or email contact@bcna.org.au.In this episode of What You Don't Know Until You Do, with Dr Charlotte Tottman, we hear about sexuality and intimacy using the ‘dance steps' analogy and how they are impacted by a cancer diagnosis and treatment. We explore contributing factors including body image difficulties, fatigue and other treatment side effects. Charlotte discusses common responses and how strategies including communication, humour and learning ‘new dance steps' can help with connection and closeness, both physically and emotionally with your intimate partner. To help us continue to develop our podcasts, we ask for your feedback via our survey.Resources:- Sign up to My Journey and access a range of resources on sexual wellbeing and intimacy. - Visit our Online Network to connect with people going through a similar experience.Upfront About Breast Cancer is a production of Breast Cancer Network Australia.Our theme music is by the late Tara Simmons, and this episode is proudly brought to you by JT Reid.Produced by Dr Charlotte Tottman and BCNA Engineered and edited by Jane Nield at SEN StudiosVisit our website at www.bcna.org.au/, email us at contact@bcna.org.au, or call our Helpline on 1800 500 258 if any of the content in this podcast has raised any concerns or questions.v

Episode 1: What You Don't Know Until You Do, with Dr Charlotte Tottman: D Day: Diagnosis ShockWe recommend that listeners exercise self-care when listening to this podcast, as some may find the content upsetting. BCNA's Helpline provides a free confidential telephone and email service for people diagnosed with breast cancer, their family and friends. Our experienced team can help with your questions and concerns and direct you to relevant resources and services. Call 1800 500 258 or email contact@bcna.org.au.In this episode of What You Don't Know Until You Do, with Dr Charlotte Tottman, we hear about Charlotte's diagnosis story including the initial shock and common reactions in the aftermath of a cancer diagnosis. Charlotte discusses physical and psychological responses, including fight and flight, information control, and anxiety spikes. We also explore what information and tactics helped her process the information and how she told her loved ones of the news.To help us continue to develop our podcasts, we ask for your feedback via our survey.Resources:- Sign up to My Journey and access a range of resources on:Coping with a diagnosis of early breast cancer Practical help when diagnosed with early breast cancer Talking to children about your breast cancer diagnosisReactions of parents when you are diagnosed with breast cancerSupport for you when diagnosed with early breast cancer- Visit our Online Network to connect with people going through a similar experience.Upfront About Breast Cancer is a production of Breast Cancer Network Australia.Our theme music is by the late Tara Simmons, and this episode is proudly brought to you by JT Reid.Produced by Dr Charlotte Tottman and BCNA Engineered and edited by Jane Nield at SEN StudiosVisit our website at www.bcna.org.au/, email us at contact@bcna.org.au, or call our Helpline on 1800 500 258 if any of the content in this podcast has raised any concerns or questions.

Episode 2: What You Don't Know Until You Do, With Dr Charlotte Tottman: A Tale of Two Husbands: Emotional IsolationWe recommend that listeners exercise self-care when listening to the Upfront About Breast Cancer What You Don't Know Until You Do with Dr Charlotte Tottman podcast, as some may find the content upsetting. Each episode is raw and real and covers a range of topics, some of which may be triggering for people at various stages of their journey. The intention is to have meaningful conversations, present relevant information and provide practical strategies that may help someone or someone you know on their cancer journey. BCNA's helpline provides a free confidential telephone and email service for people diagnosed with breast cancer, their family and friends. Our experienced team can help with your questions and concerns and direct you to relevant resources and services. Call 1800 500 258 or email contact@bcna.org.au.In this episode of What You Don't Know Until You Do, with Dr Charlotte Tottman, we hear about Charlotte's experience of emotional isolation during her cancer journey, which is the feeling of being alone in the intense experience of a cancer diagnosis and treatment, despite being surrounded by loved ones. Charlotte shares her 'tale of two husbands' in which she reveals her own feelings of emotional isolation following unexpected responses from both her long term and current husband and her ex-husband. We learn about the importance of empathy and strategies of how to best get emotional needs met. To help us continue to develop our podcasts, we ask for your feedback via our survey.Resources:- Sign up to My Journey and access a range of resources on partner support. - Visit our Online Network to connect with people going through a similar experience.Upfront About Breast Cancer is a production of Breast Cancer Network Australia.Our theme music is by the late Tara Simmons, and this episode is proudly brought to you by JT Reid.Produced by Dr Charlotte Tottman and BCNA Engineered and edited by Jane Nield at SEN StudiosVisit our website at www.bcna.org.au/, email us at contact@bcna.org.au, or call our Helpline on 1800 500 258 if any of the content in this podcast has raised any concerns or questions.

Episode 3: What You Don't Know Until You Do, With Dr Charlotte Tottman: The Showing Up and The Letting Down: Surprises and Disappointments in RelationshipsWe recommend that listeners exercise self-care when listening to the Upfront About Breast Cancer What You Don't Know Until You Do with Dr Charlotte Tottman podcast, as some may find the content upsetting. Each episode is raw and real and covers a range of topics, some of which may be triggering for people at various stages of their journey. The intention is to have meaningful conversations, present relevant information and provide practical strategies that may help someone or someone you know on their cancer journey. BCNA's helpline provides a free confidential telephone and email service for people diagnosed with breast cancer, their family and friends. Our experienced team can help with your questions and concerns and direct you to relevant resources and services. Call 1800 500 258 or email contact@bcna.org.au.In this episode of What You Don't Know Until You Do, with Dr Charlotte Tottman, we hear about the surprises and disappointments often experienced at various stages of a breast cancer journey and the expectations we often don't realise we have of others. Charlotte shares her experience of being surprised and thankful for those who stepped up, as well as her experience of feeling let down by those who disappeared. We also hear about how best to respond to disappointment, recalibrate expectations and how to clearly communicate your emotional and practical needs to those around you.To help us continue to develop our podcasts, we ask for your feedback via our survey.Resources:- Sign up to My Journey and access a range of resources onManaging support and concern from the people around you Support for you when you are diagnosed with EBC- Visit our Online Network to connect with people going through a similar experience.Upfront About Breast Cancer is a production of Breast Cancer Network Australia.Our theme music is by the late Tara Simmons, and this episode is proudly brought to you by JT Reid.Produced by Dr Charlotte Tottman and BCNA Engineered and edited by Jane Nield at SEN StudiosVisit our website at www.bcna.org.au/, email us at contact@bcna.org.au, or call our Helpline on 1800 500 258 if any of the content in this podcast has raised any concerns or questions.

Episode 4: What you don't know until you do, with Dr Charlotte Tottman: The Mirror Image: Body Image DifficultiesWe recommend that listeners exercise self-care when listening to the Upfront About Breast Cancer What You Don't Know Until You Do with Dr Charlotte Tottman podcast, as some may find the content upsetting. Each episode is raw and real and covers a range of topics, some of which may be triggering for people at various stages of their journey. The intention is to have meaningful conversations, present relevant information and provide practical strategies that may help someone or someone you know on their cancer journey. BCNA's helpline provides a free confidential telephone and email service for people diagnosed with breast cancer, their family and friends. Our experienced team can help with your questions and concerns and direct you to relevant resources and services. Call 1800 500 258 or email contact@bcna.org.au.In this episode of What You Don't Know Until You Do, with Dr Charlotte Tottman, we hear about Charlotte's experience of the changes to her body as a result of cancer treatment and how the changes to our physical form can challenge our sense of self, identity and who we are. Charlotte shares her personal stories of the challenges she faced after her second surgery, the triggers and responses she had to un-learn and strategies she used to change her mindset to focus on what her body could do as opposed to what it looked like. To help us continue to develop our podcasts, we ask for your feedback via our survey.Resources:- Sign up to My Journey and access a range of resources onChanges to the way your body looks and feels Choosing to stay flat after mastectomy- Visit our Online Network to connect with people going through a similar experience.Upfront About Breast Cancer is a production of Breast Cancer Network Australia.Our theme music is by the late Tara Simmons, and this episode is proudly brought to you by JT Reid.Produced by Dr Charlotte Tottman and BCNA Engineered and edited by Jane Nield at SEN StudiosVisit our website at www.bcna.org.au/, email us at contact@bcna.org.au, or call our Helpline on 1800 500 258 if any of the content in this podcast has raised any concerns or questions.

Episode 5: What You Don't Know Until You Do, with Dr Charlotte Tottman: The Snow Globe Effect: Change of PerspectiveWe recommend that listeners exercise self-care when listening to the Upfront About Breast Cancer What You Don't Know Until You Do with Dr Charlotte Tottman podcast, as some may find the content upsetting. Each episode is raw and real and covers a range of topics, some of which may be triggering for people at various stages of their journey. The intention is to have meaningful conversations, present relevant information and provide practical strategies that may help someone or someone you know on their cancer journey. BCNA's helpline provides a free confidential telephone and email service for people diagnosed with breast cancer, their family and friends. Our experienced team can help with your questions and concerns and direct you to relevant resources and services. Call 1800 500 258 or email contact@bcna.org.au.In this episode of What You Don't Know Until You Do, with Dr Charlotte Tottman, we hear about the Snow Globe Effect, an analogy Charlotte uses to explain how a cancer experience can change a person's perspective, values, priorities and how they live their life. We explore confronting mortality, re-thinking past choices and decisions and how we can be empowered to live our best life going forward. To help us continue to develop our podcasts, we ask for your feedback via our survey.Resources:- Sign up to My Journey and access a range of resources onDealing with emotions after an early breast cancer diagnosisYour new normal after breast cancer treatmentEmotional wellbeing and DCIS- Visit our Online Network to connect with people going through a similar experience.Upfront About Breast Cancer is a production of Breast Cancer Network Australia.Our theme music is by the late Tara Simmons, and this episode is proudly brought to you by JT Reid.Produced by Dr Charlotte Tottman and BCNA Engineered and edited by Jane Nield at SEN StudiosVisit our website at www.bcna.org.au/, email us at contact@bcna.org.au, or call our Helpline on 1800 500 258 if any of the content in this podcast has raised any concerns or questions.

Episode 6: What You Don't Know Until You Do, with Dr Charlotte Tottman: The Meltdown: Post Treatment AdjustmentWe recommend that listeners exercise self-care when listening to the Upfront About Breast Cancer What You Don't Know Until You Do with Dr Charlotte Tottman podcast, as some may find the content upsetting. Each episode is raw and real and covers a range of topics, some of which may be triggering for people at various stages of their journey. The intention is to have meaningful conversations, present relevant information and provide practical strategies that may help someone or someone you know on their cancer journey. BCNA's helpline provides a free confidential telephone and email service for people diagnosed with breast cancer, their family and friends. Our experienced team can help with your questions and concerns and direct you to relevant resources and services. Call 1800 500 258 or email contact@bcna.org.au.In this episode of What You Don't Know Until You Do, with Dr Charlotte Tottman, we hear about what post treatment adjustment is, including physical and psychological recovery, rehabilitation once hospital-based treatment ends and what you can expect in the years that follow. Charlotte shares her personal post treatment adjustment story including her ‘Meltdown', the strategies she used to help her recognise and acknowledge the adjustments she needed to make, and how important sleep and taking time for herself were in helping her find her feet again. To help us continue to develop our podcasts, we ask for your feedback via our survey.Resources:- Sign up to My Journey and access a range of resources onCoping with the emotional effects of breast cancer treatment Your new normal after breast cancer treatment- Visit our Online Network to connect with people going through a similar experience.Upfront About Breast Cancer is a production of Breast Cancer Network Australia.Our theme music is by the late Tara Simmons, and this episode is proudly brought to you by JT Reid.Produced by Dr Charlotte Tottman and BCNA Engineered and edited by Jane Nield at SEN StudiosVisit our website at www.bcna.org.au/, email us at contact@bcna.org.au, or call our Helpline on 1800 500 258 if any of the content in this podcast has raised any concerns or questions.

Episode 7: What you don't know until you do, with Dr Charlotte Tottman: The Next Version of You: Managing ExpectationsWe recommend that listeners exercise self-care when listening to the Upfront About Breast Cancer What You Don't Know Until You Do with Dr Charlotte Tottman podcast, as some may find the content upsetting. Each episode is raw and real and covers a range of topics, some of which may be triggering for people at various stages of their journey. The intention is to have meaningful conversations, present relevant information and provide practical strategies that may help someone or someone you know on their cancer journey. BCNA's helpline provides a free confidential telephone and email service for people diagnosed with breast cancer, their family and friends. Our experienced team can help with your questions and concerns and direct you to relevant resources and services. Call 1800 500 258 or email contact@bcna.org.au.In this episode of What You Don't Know Until You Do, with Dr Charlotte Tottman, we hear about post treatment adjustment and the role that the expectations we have of ourselves, and the expectations others have of us play in a cancer experience. Charlotte reflects on how she changed various aspects of her life through her cancer journey to adjust to the next version of herself and find a way forward, rather than trying to find a way back to her pre cancer self. To help us continue to develop our podcasts, we ask for your feedback via our survey.Resources:- Sign up to My Journey and access a range of resources onYour new normal after breast cancer treatmentBeyond active treatment: the impact on you and your relationships- Visit our Online Network to connect with people going through a similar experience.Upfront About Breast Cancer is a production of Breast Cancer Network Australia.Our theme music is by the late Tara Simmons, and this episode is proudly brought to you by JT Reid.Produced by Dr Charlotte Tottman and BCNA Engineered and edited by Jane Nield at SEN StudiosVisit our website at www.bcna.org.au/, email us at contact@bcna.org.au, or call our Helpline on 1800 500 258 if any of the content in this podcast has raised any concerns or questions.

Episode 8: What You Don't Know Until You Do, with Dr Charlotte Tottman: Learning New Dance Steps: Sexuality and IntimacyWe recommend that listeners exercise self-care when listening to the Upfront About Breast Cancer What You Don't Know Until You Do with Dr Charlotte Tottman podcast, as some may find the content upsetting. Each episode is raw and real and covers a range of topics, some of which may be triggering for people at various stages of their journey. The intention is to have meaningful conversations, present relevant information and provide practical strategies that may help someone or someone you know on their cancer journey. BCNA's helpline provides a free confidential telephone and email service for people diagnosed with breast cancer, their family and friends. Our experienced team can help with your questions and concerns and direct you to relevant resources and services. Call 1800 500 258 or email contact@bcna.org.au.In this episode of What You Don't Know Until You Do, with Dr Charlotte Tottman, we hear about sexuality and intimacy using the ‘dance steps' analogy and how they are impacted by a cancer diagnosis and treatment. We explore contributing factors including body image difficulties, fatigue and other treatment side effects. Charlotte discusses common responses and how strategies including communication, humour and learning ‘new dance steps' can help with connection and closeness, both physically and emotionally with your intimate partner. To help us continue to develop our podcasts, we ask for your feedback via our survey.Resources:- Sign up to My Journey and access a range of resources on sexual wellbeing and intimacy. - Visit our Online Network to connect with people going through a similar experience.Upfront About Breast Cancer is a production of Breast Cancer Network Australia.Our theme music is by the late Tara Simmons, and this episode is proudly brought to you by JT Reid.Produced by Dr Charlotte Tottman and BCNA Engineered and edited by Jane Nield at SEN StudiosVisit our website at www.bcna.org.au/, email us at contact@bcna.org.au, or call our Helpline on 1800 500 258 if any of the content in this podcast has raised any concerns or questions.

Episode 9: What You Don't Know Until You Do, with Dr Charlotte Tottman: Exercise is Annoying (‘cos it works): The Psychological and Physical BenefitsWe recommend that listeners exercise self-care when listening to the Upfront About Breast Cancer What You Don't Know Until You Do with Dr Charlotte Tottman podcast, as some may find the content upsetting. Each episode is raw and real and covers a range of topics, some of which may be triggering for people at various stages of their journey. The intention is to have meaningful conversations, present relevant information and provide practical strategies that may help someone or someone you know on their cancer journey. BCNA's helpline provides a free confidential telephone and email service for people diagnosed with breast cancer, their family and friends. Our experienced team can help with your questions and concerns and direct you to relevant resources and services. Call 1800 500 258 or email contact@bcna.org.au.In this episode of What You Don't Know Until You Do, with Dr Charlotte Tottman, we hear about the major benefits, both psychologically and physically, of exercise during breast cancer treatment, the different exercise types and formats that can be beneficial to treatment, as well as hearing Charlotte's rehab story and how she discovered what worked for her. To help us continue to develop our podcasts, we ask for your feedback via our survey.Resources:- Sign up to My Journey and access a range of resources onExercise after breast surgeryExercise: why, what and how?Physical activity, eating healthy and breast cancer- Visit our Online Network to connect with people going through a similar experience.Upfront About Breast Cancer is a production of Breast Cancer Network Australia.Our theme music is by the late Tara Simmons, and this episode is proudly brought to you by JT Reid.Produced by Dr Charlotte Tottman and BCNA Engineered and edited by Jane Nield at SEN StudiosVisit our website at www.bcna.org.au/, email us at contact@bcna.org.au, or call our Helpline on 1800 500 258 if any of the content in this podcast has raised any concerns or questions.