Her cancer diagnosis made motherhood both harder and more sweet
Briefly

Monique Morris, a newlywed and mother, faced a Stage 2 breast cancer diagnosis shortly after celebrating her son's first birthday. This shocking news forced her to confront the emotional turmoil of possibly losing her motherly role. As more young adults, particularly women under 50, battle cancer, they often experience the dual pressures of parenting while managing their health. Although Morris struggles with guilt and fatigue, she finds moments of joy and healing through her son, emphasizing the unique burdens and blessings of being a parent with cancer.
Morris felt wracked with guilt for having brought a child into the world, only to face the possibility of losing his mother.
Cancer is spiking at alarming rates, especially among women under age 50, with 1 in 5 adults diagnosed today being a parent or guardian.
Morris says that despite the struggles, her son provides her a reason to smile and helps her cope with the difficult realities of her illness.
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