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Pregnancy After Acoustic Neuroma Brain Surgery
I had a lot of questions and worries about becoming pregnant after an Acoustic Neuroma diagnosis- so I will share what I learned and experienced. Continue reading
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Neck Pain After Acoustic Neuroma Surgery
Many people struggle with neck pain and neck issues following their brain surgery. Important muscles can be cut in surgery, and your body is held in a strange position for an extended time while you are undergoing the procedure. Sometimes, it is just a brief struggle immediately following surgery. Other times, it can be an… Continue reading
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Anxiety: A Brain Tumor Journey Companion
Anxiety when you receive a brain tumor diagnosis is a very normal thing. You are not alone if you are struggling with anxious thoughts. Please remember it is good to get help, whatever form that takes. Anxiety is a real part of this process no matter what stage you are in. Continue reading
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Dim Lights, Strobe Lights- Lighting Matters
Have you every struggled in a dimly lit room? You are not alone. Most Acoustic Neuroma Warriors struggle with low lighting for a variety of reasons. Continue reading
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The Perks of Single Sided Deafness
While I was in the hospital recovering from my Acoustic Neuroma surgery that resulted in single sided deafness, I wrote a list of all the reasons why it is good to be deaf in one ear. Here is my list I wrote then as well as some additional benefits others have shared with me. I’d… Continue reading
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Who Helps You Acclimate to Being Hard of Hearing?
I received a lot of different assistance and care after hospital discharge for my Acoustic Neuroma surgery. But there was no one in the medical arena who helped me transition to being hard of hearing. It felt like something that should exist. So I went looking, and here is what I found… Continue reading
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Do You Tell People You Have a Brain Tumor?
Deciding whether to tell someone about your brain tumor can be complicated. A lot of people benefit from sharing, but for others is can be really hard. I think the most important parts of the decision are what feels best for you and what strengthens your support network. 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 