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My 57 Squat Challenge for breast cancer research
I am one of the 57 Australians that has or will be diagnosed with breast cancer today and a further 9 will lose their life. (You can read my lived experience in the post below). Naturally, I wanted to make a difference to the lives of those 57 Australians impacted by the disease - that is why I am taking on the 57 Squat Challenge to raise vital funds for world-class breast cancer research.
Please support my squat challenge to save lives and make a difference.
Every donation, big or small, will get me closer to reaching my goal and helping the National Breast Cancer Foundation end deaths from breast cancer.
My Achievements
My Pledge For Breast Cancer Research
Shared My Page
Added My Profile Pic
Got My First Donation
Raised $57 For Breast Cancer Research
Raised $250 For Breast Cancer Research
Halfway to My Fundraising Goal
Reached My Fundraising Target
Logged My First 57 Squats
Halfway to My Squat Goal
Reached My Squat Goal
My Updates
My Journey
Thursday 29th Feb
Shortly after my diagnosis I endured the following 5 surgeries in succession within 5 months:
- 2 x Lumpectomies (within 7 days)
- Bilateral Mastectomies
- Laparoscopic Oophorectomy
- Breast Reconstruction
First and foremost, I must give thanks to my wonderful team of medical experts:
BreastScreen Queensland (Indooroopilly & Chermside) - thank you for the free life saving care and service that you offer to the millions of women in Australia https://www.breastscreen.qld.gov.au/
The Wesley Breast Clinic - thanks to your beautiful staff who have provided so much care, kindness and reassurance over the many years, especially the last one https://www.wesley.com.au/services/wesley-breast-clinic
Dr Kate Stringer for your medical expertise, careful consideration, excellent care and determination to rid my body of all the cancerous cells https://bbesurg.com.au/dr-kate-stringer
Dr Diana Kennedy for your beautiful and excellent work in building me back up and making me feel 'whole' again https://drdianakennedy.com/
Dr Melissa Buttini my long time Gynaecologist for your wonderful care and on-going medical advice https://www.wesley.com.au/doctors/melissa-buttini
The excellent care I received from both the Wesley & especially the Mater Private nursing staff for making me feel so comfortable during my 10 night stay https://www.mater.org.au/health/hospitals/mater-private-hospital-brisbane
BCNA Upfront Podcast for this very informative and comforting service you provide, it has certainly put my mind at ease, I HIGHLY recommend you listen if you or a loved one receives a breast cancer diagnosis https://open.spotify.com/show/5UwyXZQjUsA1YgZg1bLWiG?si=273d968427874cd6
Mandy Goodyear at Fiveways Physiotherapy for giving me the confidence to start moving slowly and safely again http://taringaphysiotherapy.com.au/our_team.htm
So much gratitude to all my visitors, well wishers, gift givers and supporters cheering me on from the sidelines! I feel so blessed to be surrounded by such a deeply loving family and community.
Steven, my wonderful supportive husband, for taking such excellent care of me, when everything became too hard, when I felt the crushing weight of fear and anxiety take over me, for being my eyes and ears at every medical appointment and most importantly for keeping our family unit tight and strong while we endured this nightmare together. I don't know how I could have possibly survived this without you.
Jocelyn, my dear sweet Mama for picking up on all the things when I couldn't, and for all that you continue to do for our family, always. Having you living with us really is the greatest gift, we never have to ask, you always just intuitively know how and when to support us. Thank you for always being available, especially during this time when we needed you the most.
My Family and my enormous extended family for your endless love and light, thank you for always being there and all of your prayers.
The most wonderful community of friends, my Village People;- Natalie & Bill, Meryn & Tim, Tiffany & Chris for caring so well for our dear sweet Bonnie without hesitation during all those hospital stays. The countless times you cared for our daughter will forever be etched in my heart. Also LK & Archie for your super healing goodies & tonics!
All of my amazing students, thank you for sticking with me, I feel so deeply honoured and privileged to be your teacher. Thank you for all the care and understanding when I couldn't be there to teach you, and for the beautiful teachers who covered my classes.
To my wonderful team at Tourism & Events Queensland for showing up when I literally couldn't, for picking up where I left off time and time again, you are the most amazing bunch of women I have ever worked with, all so busy in your own careers and families, but always super supportive and willing to jump in when required.
In the past 10 years, breast cancer diagnoses in Australia have increased by 21%. 57 women in Australia alone are diagnosed with breast cancer every day and devastatingly 9 women lose their lives to this dreaded disease. Funding world-class breast cancer research is more important than ever if we want to end deaths from breast cancer. I am sharing my story because I feel the call to raise awareness, I am so surprised to learn how many women aren't screening.
HOW YOU CAN HELP ME...
Love and gratitude always,
Stella xo
Thank you to my Sponsors
$200
Edge Rockwalls
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Maritess
Go girl!! 🩷🌸
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Bree Pullinger
You are amazing my babe xx
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Kate O’mara
$100
Lavrencic Family
That's a lot of squats!! :-) xxxx
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Schwerin
$60.14
Jane Menzies
I had no idea you were going through such a tough time Stella. It is unimaginable. I admire your courage and your openness to share your story. Good luck with the squats!
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Liz
You are a star ⭐️
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Stella Baker
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Christine D
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Crystal
Big hugs xxx
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Jane Magor
You’re incredible Stella x
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Nadia
Much love Stel x
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Emily Ferrier
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Carley
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Sasha Tranberg
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Anonymous
Well done Stella!
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Anonymous
Great work Stella. God bless you and your family.
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Lou Yates
With gratitude for all those who supported you, and for your strength and courage to give back 🩷
$60.14
Sarah
Stell, you’re such an incredible inspiration for us all. Thank you for sharing the story of your journey & strength and determination to beat this. x
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Lk
Proud of you beautiful! ❤️
$57
Manisha & Nidhi
Your strength, bravery and courage is inspiring!
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Lizzie W
Proud of you awesome work
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Maria Poggioli
I am with you Sis
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Kym Vercoe
💗💗💗
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The Coggans
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Belinda Cox
Well done, Stella!
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Lilia Crowley
You are an incredible soul
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Anonymous
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Cas
Your strength is inspirational Stella x
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Meegs
Love you legend
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Kel
Go you super star 😘
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Amanda Stubbs
Would love a squat pic. You're incredible.
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Amber Miller-greenman
Beautiful Stella, thanks for sharing your story and raising awareness. You're an inspiration. X
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Katie Ireland
Proud of you Stel. You’re incredible x
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Kirsty Langford-murphy
Great work Stella. Lots of love x
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Tara
You are all kinds of amazing XX
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Dee
Such a brave warrior. Good job Stella. With love
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Ange Leader
Great work Stella!
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Jess
You’re amazing Stel ❤️❤️
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Maria Figueiredo
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Katie O’malley
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Cassie
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Michele Pocknee
How. many squats????? Amazing Stella :)
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Vicki M.
Well Done Stel! You’re a legend! Xxoo
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Jess Ireland
Lots of love xx
You are an absolute inspiration, Stella. Thank you for sharing your journey and good luck with your squat challenge :)