Welcome to my fundraising page for CoppaFeel! In June 2023, my world was turned upside down following a breast cancer diagnosis. I found a lump whilst on holiday with the children. What followed was a whirlwind of hospital appointments, scans, biopsies, and treatment for the next 18 months. Nothing can prepare you for the moment you hear 'you have cancer'.

Treatment started with chemotherapy, which hospitalised me twice, followed by breast surgery with lymphnode removal and radiotherapy. I had to take a career break and come to terms with going bald! But the hardest thing was having to tell the children; I felt guilty they would somehow lose the childhood they deserved.

Cancer is a journey no one chooses to take, but I am so lucky to have shared mine with such fabulous friends and family. All of you , in individual ways, made such a difference.

Treatment came to an end, and I was told 'No evidence of disease' in 2024 While this didn't bring the reassurance I had hoped for, I was so grateful to have had a positive outcome; the next few years still remain uncertain though.

Through it all, I’ve gained a new perspective on life. I’ve learned that a positive mindset can get you through the hardest challenges.

Because of everything I’ve been through, I’m now on a mission— to raise awareness on the importance of early detection. I was 10 years below screening age, getting my lump checked straight away quite literally saved my life!

Fast forward to June 2025, with encouragement from friends and family I will be setting out on a life-changing adventure as part of 'CoppaTrek! with Gi, all in the name of checking chests! Alongside 100 other inspiring individuals, I will embark on a five-day trek in the stunning Isle of Skye.

I’ve committed to raising £2,500 for CoppaFeel!, but I am hoping to smash that target. Every donation, no matter how big or small, will make a difference in supporting this incredible charity’s life-saving work.

Your donations will help CoppaFeel! They are on a mission to stamp out late diagnoses of breast cancer by ensuring that young people are regularly checking their boobs, pecs and chests and getting to know their bodies in order to have the confidence to see their GP if something just doesn't feel normal.

Thank you so much for your donation and support! To find out more about CoppaFeel!, head to www.coppafeel.org.