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Too Young For This Shit | AYA Breast Cancer Podcast

Rosalina and Shauna

Meet Rosalina and Shauna, two young millennials living on separate coasts who share real stories about their breast cancer diagnosis. We created this podcast to bring awareness of this disease to young women and create a supportive space where no one is alone on this journey. We dive deep into our treatment plans, journeys, struggles, and mental health while navigating life in this “new” normal. With every episode, our mission is to educate, empower, connect, and bring laughter. We are open and

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73:54

S3EP6 - Breaking Taboos: Addressing Cancer Stigma in...

Too Young For This Shit | AYA Breast Cancer Podcast ·

2023/10/12

In this episode, Rosalina and Shauna are joined by Andrea, a young breast cancer survivor and healthcare advocate of Mexican-German descent (her mother is Mexican, and her father is German). The conversation explores Andrea's personal journey with breast cancer, which began during the COVID-19 pandemic while she was studying for her Masters in Budapest, Hungary. She shares the challenges she faced in managing her diagnosis in a foreign country where she didn't speak the language, and the

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Voice Memo #1: What Does It Mean To Be An Advocate? ...

Too Young For This Shit | AYA Breast Cancer Podcast ·

2023/10/06

This week, we’re sharing the messages of ten listeners who called to tell us what advocacy means. You’ll hear from them about how advocacy can range from the personal to the institutional and how, no matter what stage in your journey you’re at, you can be an advocate. We are still looking for voice memo submissions for our next mini-episode airing next Friday for anyone else who would like to participate. We want to know “What advice would you give to individuals or organizations who want to support

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74:48

S3EP5 - Pinkwashing, Self-Advocacy, & Trish’s Impact...

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2023/10/05

To kick off breast cancer awareness month, Shauna and Rosalina sit with cancer survivor Trish Michelle. They ladies discuss Trish’s impact as an advocate in the breast cancer community, her rise to Chief Community Officer with the Breasties, and her continued fight against pinkwashing through her initiative “Reclaim October.” which had raised thousands of dollars in funding for research and non-profit organizations. Together they touch on life after diagnosis, balancing being an advocate in the

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35:48

S3EP4 - Beyond The Pink Ribbon: Breast Cancer Advocacy

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2023/09/28

As Breast Cancer Awareness Month highlights the importance of advocacy, Rosalina and Shauna discuss the diverse forms of advocacy one can take, emphasizing that there is no one-size-fits-all approach. They touch upon how individuals can become advocates, from sharing their stories on social media to supporting friends and loved ones through their breast cancer journeys.They also share their advocacy work together, including participation in panels for non-profit organizations, being on the Kelly

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47:26

S3EP3 - Post Breast Reconstruction Update: Facing...

Too Young For This Shit | AYA Breast Cancer Podcast ·

2023/09/21

Rosalina shares the impact she’s facing from the breast reconstruction, including scarring, healing concerns, and the need for revisions. She opens up about the uncertainties during her breast reconstruction process, her relationship with her plastic surgeon, and the struggle to find closure in her reconstruction journey.Shauna shares her decision to pursue a second revision, focusing on achieving symmetry and considering fat grafting on her non-cancer side. She also touches on contemplating the LAT

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10:40

Tit Talks #1 - CMS Codes & DIEP Flap Breast...

Too Young For This Shit | AYA Breast Cancer Podcast ·

2023/09/15

In this episode of "Tit Talk," Rosalina explores the challenge posed by the federal government agency CMS, and the significant development in 2019 that affected one of the most popular breast reconstruction surgery options, the DIEP Flap Reconstruction.She examines how this surgery was no longer 100% covered by insurance due to changes in policy, creating challenges for patients and surgeons alike and potentially resulting in financial difficulties, particularly for underserved communities who would

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47:25

S3EP2 - Hormone Therapy Pt II: Anastrozole and Lupron...

Too Young For This Shit | AYA Breast Cancer Podcast ·

2023/09/14

In this two-part journey, Shauna and Rosalina detail the mental, emotional, financial, and physical struggle of hormone therapy through — and following — treatment. At points, Shauna felt like she was one continuous experiment, fighting fire with fire and piling on medications that put her in a dark place for the better part of a year. Rosalina and Shauna are on their five-year medication regimen, with Rosalina having experienced menopausal-like symptoms of insomnia, hot flashes, brain fog, and

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55:10

S3EP1 - First Year in Survivorship After Active...

Too Young For This Shit | AYA Breast Cancer Podcast ·

2023/09/07

There has been a continuation of appointments, scans, and findings for Shauna and Rosalina. Shortly after Season 2 wrapped, Shauna underwent a CAT scan of her abdomen due to gut upset from cancer treatment, and she shares the emotions that came from finding a mass on her liver. Rosalina went for her annual check-ups but found a suspicious mass from the ultrasound results. She describes the feelings surrounding her need for further testing and an MRI, the fear and confusion of how this seemed to be

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2:15

Season 3 Trailer

Too Young For This Shit | AYA Breast Cancer Podcast ·

2023/08/31

The wait is over. Catch a glimpse of what's in store for this season. Mark your calendars for the first episode's premiere on Thursday, September 7th.

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51:19

E13B - Season 2 Finale: What It Feels Like To Have...

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2023/02/02

We need your feedback! Please take 5 minutes of your day to complete our end of Season 2 survey. Your feedback is important and will allow us to improve future podcast episodes for our listeners.Survey link: bit.ly/tyftssurveyShauna and Rosalina have finally had their exchange surgeries! In this episode, the ladies share their feelings and experiences on surgery day. They discuss how they are healing post-surgery, what they found helpful during recovery, and their thoughts and expectations about

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38:02

S2E13A: Choosing Our Breast Reconstruction Surgery |...

Too Young For This Shit | AYA Breast Cancer Podcast ·

2023/01/26

We need your feedback! Please take 5 minutes of your day to complete our end of Season 2 survey. Your feedback is important and will allow us to improve future podcast episodes for our listeners.Survey link: bit.ly/tyftssurveyShauna had a double mastectomy, while Rosalina had a unilateral mastectomy in 2021. Both had to wait six months post-radiation to get their “final” reconstruction surgery. For Shauna, this was the last thing on her list that she needed to check off. She was ecstatic, overjoyed,

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65:45

S2E12: Breast Cancer Diagnosis At 23 With Justine

Too Young For This Shit | AYA Breast Cancer Podcast ·

2023/01/19

Meet Justine. She is a 10-year breast cancer survivor, a psychology professor, and a certified yoga teacher. She runs the Instagram account @yogawithjus, where she shares about her survivorship, flattie fashion and holds weekly meditation for the breast cancer community. In this episode, Justine shares with us what it was like being diagnosed at just 23 years old such as navigating college full-time while undergoing treatment and the lack of resources for young women with breast cancer. Now in her

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43:42

S2E11: Lifestyle Changes Post Breast Cancer Treatment

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2023/01/12

Since finishing breast cancer treatment, Shauna and Rosalina have been proactive in taking control of their health and wellness. In this episode, they discuss exercise, nutrition, managing stress, and what they are doing to improve their mental health.[00:05:14] Lack of joy after cancer. [00:09:03] Struggling to be yourself. [00:11:31] Comparing yourself to others. [00:14:38] Work-life balance. [00:18:02] Body image and weight loss. [00:20:53] Gut health and cancer. [00:24:29] Overperforming in

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43:53

S2EP10: Meet Your Canadian Breast Cancer Friend, Elly...

Too Young For This Shit | AYA Breast Cancer Podcast ·

2023/01/05

Meet Elly Blackhart. She was a 2x cancer survivor living in Ontario, Canada. After finishing her cancer treatments in 2019, she found post-cancer difficult with increased pain, brain fog, and difficulty in daily activities. Her cancer came back in 2021, and she was diagnosed with Stage IV breast cancer. In this episode, Elly shares her cancer journey and the helpful practices that she feels have contributed to her being in remission.We recently found that Elly passed away in September 2022. We are

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46:44

S2E9: Hormone Therapy | Aromatase Inhibitors |...

Too Young For This Shit | AYA Breast Cancer Podcast ·

2022/12/15

The anticipation is here. We discuss the dreading topic of endocrine therapy to help slow and stop cancer cell growth for the next 5-10 years. From early menopause w/ovarian suppression (which can be reversible) to the not-so-great side effects, we talk about it all in this episode. Rosalina and Shauna have two completely different plans, which makes it interesting to learn more about their approach post-cancer treatment.Resources:HormoneTherapy:

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54:38

S2E8: Tits Deep For Breast Cancer With Stephanie

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2022/12/08

Stephanie Villavicencio is a half-Ecuadorian yogi, surfer, snowboarder, and founder of Tits Deep For Breast Cancer. Although Stephanie did not personally have breast cancer, this disease has deeply impacted her life. In this episode, we discuss Stephanie’s family history of breast cancer, the loss of her mother and best friend, the importance of breast screenings, and her organization that raises awareness for women under 40 and provides funding for breast cancer treatments.Tits Deep For Breast

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34:06

S2E7: Toxic Positivity

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2022/12/01

What is Toxic Positivity? Toxic Positivity is the belief that people should maintain a positive mindset no matter how dire or difficult a situation is. While this is easier said than done, people don't realize how harmful this can be to one's mental health. In this episode, Shauna and Rosalina discuss unhelpful phrases they've heard from friends, families, and strangers. They share tips on alternative ways to be supportive of someone who’s dealing with cancer.If you enjoy this episode, please share

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48:14

S2E6B: Finding Out Your Older Sister Has Breast...

Too Young For This Shit | AYA Breast Cancer Podcast ·

2022/11/17

As the oldest of four, Shauna has always been a second mom to her siblings. When she was diagnosed with breast cancer, Shauna waited until she had the proper diagnosis and treatment information before telling her brothers and sister. In this episode, we interview Scooter and Lenny and discuss how they handled the news, the COVID difficulties throughout Shauna’s diagnosis, and how they kept their sense of humor throughout it all.If you enjoy this episode, please share it with your friends. Help us

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50:03

S2E6A: Finding Out Your Little Sister Has Breast...

Too Young For This Shit | AYA Breast Cancer Podcast ·

2022/11/10

George and Roberto Carlos have been protective of their little sister since she was young; however, no one knew they would hear the devastating news that their sister has breast cancer. Listen to how this has affected them emotionally, the separation & difficulty of living on opposite coasts, why cancer isn't talked about in their Latin culture, the support they provided for Rosalina, and how their bond as siblings grew after her diagnosis.If you enjoy this episode, please share it with your

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45:46

S2E5B: ‘I’m On the Struggle Bus Since Completing...

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2022/11/03

Shauna provides an update on how survivorship is treating her. We will hear how things have not been easy, from debilitating side-effects related to hormone blockers, to an unexpected infection that almost cost her a tissue expander. Shauna shares the reality that immediately followed her post treatment, and how truly hard it is to find her new “normal.”If you enjoy this episode, please share it with your friends. Help us reach more women by subscribing and rating us on Apple Podcast, Spotify, and

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