Honestly... you are So Brave Podcast

Today, Rachelle and Jen from the 'Honestly, you are So Brave' podcast talk to the amazing Dr Susan Palmer, a psychologist with many years of experience working with Oncology patients. Susan noticed that many patients were unable to partake in psychology treatments because their basic needs weren't being met first. She also realised that young women find it so difficult to ask for he...

Today, Rachelle and Jen sit down with Kate who founded Bounce Back from Breast Cancer, an online exercise rehab program specifically designed for those going through acute treatments and beyond. Perfect for those living in regional and remote areas who don't have access to exercise therapy locally. Not only does Kate give us some amazing facts on how exercise can promote recovery, she also te...

Alex is an oncology dietitian and owner of Feel Better Nutrition, a Melbourne based dietetic practice specialising in nutrition for breast cancer. She graduated from a Masters of Dietetics at Deakin in 2014 and went on to work at St Vincent’s Private in Melbourne for 8+ years before taking the leap into private practice. She has worked in the breast cancer space for over 5 years and is passionate...

Laura Yammouni is a masters qualified physiotherapist specialising in women's health. Not only does she specialise in all things pelvic floor, she is also a stage 4 breast cancer thriver. Laura talks to Jen and Rachelle about physiotherapy after surgery, incontintence and how menopause can affect joints and muscles. She is a wealth of knowledge with lived experience!  https://www.alphingtonsp...

Listen in as Jen, Rachelle and Helen discuss the importance of a physiotherapist as part of your team during breast cancer, and the impact of lymphoedema. About our guest: Helen Beeley is a physiotherapist with 28 years experience including cancer care, palliative care and lymphoedema therapy. She currently works at UQ Healthy Living - an over 50's clinic in Toowong, Brisbane. Helen was diagn...

In this episode of "Honestly, You Are So Brave," listeners are treated to a conversation with Caitlyn Clarke, an esteemed Exercise Oncology Physiologist based at Body Track in Brisbane. Caitlyn  demystifies the role of an exercise physiologist, offering listeners a comprehensive understanding of its distinctions from both physiotherapy and personal training. Caitlyn delves into the intri...

In this  episode of the "Honestly...You Are So Brave" podcast, hosts Rachelle and Jen sit down with Elle Sproll, from Own Your Own Health. Elle isn't just any guest; not only is she a health coach, she is also a breast cancer survivor.  The conversation delves into Elle's personal cancer journey. Listeners are taken on an exploration of the moments that changed Elle's life...

In the upcoming episode of "Honestly, You Are So Brave," hosts Rachelle and Jen engage in a profound conversation with the resilient Noa Rein, an organisational psychologist and breast cancer survivor. The focus of this episode centers around the crucial topic of boundaries – exploring Noa's personal journey with cancer, the significance of boundaries, and why they play a vital role...

Today, hosts Rachelle and Jen have a candid conversation with Alicea, exploring the fundamental aspects of In Home Care. Listeners gain a deeper understanding of the agency's mission, the comprehensive child care support it provides, and the crucial role it plays in the lives of young mothers dealing with breast cancer. Alicea illustrates the profound impact In Home Care has on families navig...

Welcome to another inspiring episode of the "Honestly, You Are So Brave Podcast." Today, we have the incredible Danna Diaz, a mother of two and a breast cancer survivor, joining us. Danna has not only triumphed over adversity but has also channelled her experience into creating something truly special—a children's book titled "I Love Someone with Cancer." In this emotional...

 In this special episode of "Honestly, You Are So Brave," we have the privilege of speaking with Rhea Felton, a remarkable researcher and breast cancer survivor who is making a profound impact on families affected by cancer. Rhea introduces us to her innovative initiative, "The Story Society," a heartfelt endeavour focused on creating meaningful connections through the power of...

In this episode, we sit down with Associate Professor Lisa Beatty from Flinders University. She is an expert in psycho-oncology with over 15 years of experience. Our discussion revolves around the unique challenges young mothers face when diagnosed with breast cancer. We explore strategies for parenting through a cancer diagnosis, providing valuable insights on how to approach conversations about...

In this episode of "Honestly, You Are So Brave," hosts Rachelle and Jen sit down with Jo Marx from "It's About Us." This charity is dedicated to supporting cancer patients in their journey to create heartfelt photo books that document their experiences and share their stories with loved ones. Jo shares the profound impact that these photo books have on both patients and th...

 In the inaugural episode of the "Honestly, you are So Brave" podcast, hosts Rachelle and Jen  introduce their audience to the mission and purpose behind So Brave - an empowering community for young women facing breast cancer. With genuine passion and personal experiences, Rachelle and Jen share their stories and articulate the driving force behind the creation of the So Brave podcast. T...