The Family Jewels with Nancy Balin

The Heartful Parent Podcast

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April's here, and you know what that means - Testicular Cancer Awareness month! So, for our latest episode of The Heartful Parent we're diving deep into a story that'll hit you right in the feels.

I had the privilege of chatting with Nancy Balin, who wears two hats: she's the Executive Director of The Family Jewels Foundation and, lucky for me, a good friend. Together, we unpacked her stepson Jamieson’s journey through Testicular Cancer—and trust me, it's a rollercoaster.

Nancy doesn't hold back - she gets real about the importance of catching this stuff early. We're talking about missed diagnoses, delayed treatment, and how it all made a difference for Jamieson's prognosis. And hey, we mix in a bit of gallows humor because life's too short not to laugh, right?

But in all seriousness, we're sending out a vital message: talk about this stuff! With your kids, your pals, or anyone with a pair of jewels. Early detection saves lives, plain and simple.

So, grab your tissues (you'll need 'em), and let's talk about the family jewels with Nancy Balin.

-Christy

For more information on Testicular Cancer or the Family Jewels Foundation, click here

https://family-jewels.org/

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