It’s so important that we share our experiences. Thank you! I am now six years post- double mastectomy and feel really great. I did not choose reconstruction because my mastectomy was my first surgery ever, and I would have had to do the full reconstruction with stretchers, skin grafts, etc. My cancer was stage two and three lumps. What I learned is that there is a lot of fear among women of all ages about breast cancer. I was able to share my experience in a positive way that people told me specifically helped alleviate their fears. Instead of breast cancer being a complete nightmare, it could be an experience women may have, but it doesn’t have to be terrifying. I always thought I would fall apart if I had cancer, but I did not. I gained powerful insight about myself and about life. I wish I hadn’t had cancer, but I don’t feel it’s a death sentence.
@ga4him73 ай бұрын
Jessica- you are a force to be reckoned with! Thank you for sharing your personal journey to empower us!
@JessicaValantPilates3 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!
@jessicasaccone76083 ай бұрын
I'm so glad you are sharing this information for other women who may have gone through this surgery it might need to go through it in the future. My mom had a double mastectomy and was not prepared at all for the difficulties of the experience.
@JessicaValantPilates3 ай бұрын
I'm so sorry your mom had to go through it
@MekulleTan3 ай бұрын
Thanks ,very inspiring and I enjoyed listening your sharing. Yes we are not alone .. Am in my 4months DCIS with L-breast mastectomy . The numbness and discomfort is my new normal now .. Let's accept it and move on Step by step ..living a new Journey 🙏
@alishaw183 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for sharing your experience. I watched your earlier videos, prior to my own surgery three weeks ago, and very much appreciated your candor and encouragement. Glad to see you doing so well! 💗
@JessicaValantPilates3 ай бұрын
Best wishes on your healing!
@MagaliLemargueАй бұрын
Hi Jessica, thank you for sharing your updates with us, it s so good to hear soemeone explain exactly what we go trough. Had my double masectomy and lifonodes surgery about 3 month ago. Exactly the same, cording went down my wrist and hand, axilas are tired, boobs are half numb half hurting. I wanted to see the 6 months upadate and at the same time was afraid of what will come lol. Hope your are fully recovered if it s possible, and feel more like it s your body. Thanks again for sharing !
@deborahkey8413 ай бұрын
Wow I came across this accidentally Jessica! Can I just wish you well, what an amazing woman you are. So helpful and inspiring to many. I don’t or haven’t had breast cancer but my heart goes out to all who suffer. I’m sure everyone sharing in your journey will be resonating and hopefully healing alongside of you. How do I know who you are, I’ve been doing a walk out video that you obviously uploaded several years ago. Gets me started in my day and leads the way to recovery as I continue on with rotator cuff exercises after extensive surgery almost a year ago now. I’ve tried your routine thank you and my own NHS set of shoulder work outs. Thanks for inspiring me. Beautiful lady with a kind heart. I am full of gratitude for your channel and all that you do. Take care, sending positivity, energy, light and the biggest of warm hugs xx ❤
@jojoba113 ай бұрын
Very happy to see you recovering so well and feeling better with time. It all happened so fast, it's no wonder it all still feels a bit unreal.
@Italgirl05283 ай бұрын
It is incredible to see you looking so well and beautiful as always. You are an inspiration, and I appreciate your openness and all you do for your online community. May you continue to have a healthy, long, strong life!.❤
@pamelascott89913 ай бұрын
Truly happy for you that you are recovering as well as you are. It’s a very traumatic experience and that takes a lot of recovery time.
@JustSheilz3 ай бұрын
Im glad you are doing so well!
@christophermcloon69343 ай бұрын
Sending good vibes your way, Jessica. Very generous of you to post this video. You also have changed my life with your Pilates warm-ups. I do them every morning now. Game changer! Thanks!
@thesundancekid19743 ай бұрын
I'm new I just discovered you and you as I said in another comment I like your instructions over these other videos I saw and then I just watched your video about having surgery. Thank for your honest candid sharing., I have no doubt you have helped so many people with this video you're a brave lady you couldn't have been more honest about your situation it was inspiring because of your current situation hey you will have to be dealing with far in the future you could have been more clear honestly thank you The Sundance Kid
@JessicaValantPilates3 ай бұрын
Thanks for being here
@denisemanns3 ай бұрын
You are a brave and resilient goddess. Im so happy for your recovery and is admirable that you share this with all of us.
@edileidecathcart76763 ай бұрын
You are so strong! Thank you for sharing.❤️
@JessicaValantPilates3 ай бұрын
You are so welcome :)
@Michael-Makes-Stuff3 ай бұрын
Glad to know you are doing well. You look great! Thank you for sharing this valuable information and helping others. 👍🏼 Stay strong and keep kicking butt!
@JessicaValantPilates3 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@kristenm96963 ай бұрын
Much ❤ to you and thank you for sharing your experiences.
@Dogguy1234_53 ай бұрын
In all videos you do I love that you can always make someone feel better thanks Jessica
@taigh9673 ай бұрын
So very blessed by you and your testimony ❤
@cathybass68443 ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing your honest assessment.
@airplainchild3 ай бұрын
I just got back from getting my last two drains taken out, what apt timing!
@JessicaValantPilates3 ай бұрын
CONGRATS!! That is a huge step forward :).
@plunkybug3 ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing your experience with us.
@EmpressLilli3 ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing ❤
@rinathadashi5773 ай бұрын
I truely appreciate your sharing. It is so valuable. Thank you! ❤
@crazyinnocentturtle3 ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing Jessica, youre amazing
@SusanPorterNunes3 ай бұрын
This is everything! Thank you for sharing and helping others with your honesty experiences ❤
@JessicaValantPilates3 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@sunshinesummer20243 ай бұрын
You look wonderful, Jessica. I have had a very similar path as you. There’s hope for the future, though, with fat grafting becoming a more viable option and tissue chambers for autologous flap grafting. You’re in a good position to change from implants as these advances become more mainstream, if you ever want to. In the meantime, you’re healthy, and that matters most. ❤
@barbbrazes8693 ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing your story!❤
@grandmaridesagain45603 ай бұрын
Going for biopsy on Thursday!
@tori28303 ай бұрын
Good luck! I wonder if you got it today! I am thinking of you and sending you thoughts and best wishes.
@grandmaridesagain45603 ай бұрын
@@tori2830 mix up in scheduling. On my way now. Thank you
@kamixkazexkollie3 ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing! I hope the rest of your recovery goes smoothly.
@debbiegiangrandi46723 ай бұрын
5 months out going well mentally still struggling with diagnosis it feels as it happened to someone else
@debbiegiangrandi46723 ай бұрын
Wow I cannot open lids I did not even think about weakness from surgery. I am numb as well no nerve graft my insurance would not pay