What happens when a joyful season of motherhood is interrupted by a life-changing diagnosis?

In this heartfelt episode of The Unexpected Detour, Frances Hammond speaks with Joi Bowman, who was diagnosed with stage 1B invasive ductal carcinoma at only 29 years old, while breastfeeding her newborn son.

Joi shares:

• what life was like during pregnancy and new motherhood

• when she first realized something was wrong

• the shock of being told to stop breastfeeding immediately

• her experience with surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation

• how her son became her reason to keep fighting

• how faith, mindset, and self-advocacy carried her through

• the emotional journey of grieving her old body and embracing a new version of herself

This conversation is raw, honest, and full of wisdom for women navigating diagnosis, treatment, healing, and survival.

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