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Podcast Episode 3: Stacy’s Story
Stacy noticed that her hearing wasn’t working correctly while pregnant. She shares her story of navigating an acoustic neuroma diagnosis and subsequent brain surgery while juggling motherhood with a young child and a newborn. Continue reading
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Parenting and Brain Surgery Recovery
While multitasking brain surgery recovery and parenting is no small feat, it is possible. I found I benefited from my child’s presence and she also learned positive life lessons from my experience. Continue reading
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Does an Increase in Symptoms Mean Tumor Growth?
A sudden spike in symptoms can be terrifying. Your mind can immediately go to worst-case scenarios. However, an increase in symptoms does not necessarily equate to tumor growth. Continue reading
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Isn’t a Brain Tumor an Emergency?
Finding out you have a brain tumor is a surreal experience. Oftentimes, when you are diagnosed with an acoustic neuroma, you have never even heard of it. It can be hard to know how dire the situation is. Continue reading
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Living vs. Surviving
I leaned into survival mode to help carry me through my initial brain tumor diagnosis and treatment. When I was into recovery and it was time to start actually living life again and not just survive, I was surprised by how big the transition was. Continue reading
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It’s Good to Learn to Laugh at Yourself
I don’t know about you, but I have had some epic fails since I started on my Acoustic Neuroma journey. I have found a sense of humor to be invaluable. Remembering to not take myself so seriously really helps me accept who I am. I will share some of my favorite ridiculous moments. Continue reading
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NK’s Radiation Research Experience
This is NK’s story of researching their options for radiation for an acoustic neuroma brain tumor. NK shares their tips and tools, as well as specific information that is useful in the decision making process. Continue reading
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NK’s Story of Gamma Knife Radiation
This is NK’s story of their gamma knife radiation experience. After 2 brain surgeries, NK underwent gamma knife radiation to arrest tumor growth. Continue reading
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Getting Through the Hard Days
These are some of my favorite coping mechanisms to power through the challenging days. What are some tools you have found to help you manage tough moments? Continue reading
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Brain Surgery and Fat Grafts
It seems weird that a brain surgery would necessitate an abdominal incision, but that is often the case. Fat grafts are commonly used in Acoustic Neuroma surgeries and often under explained. Continue reading
About Me
Emily was diagnosed with a brain tumor at age 27 and decided to make that experience worthwhile by paying it forward to other brain tumor warriors. She is passionate about supporting people and advocating for hearing assistance around motherhood and running a family business.
The "Lucky" Brain Tumor 