Exposure to the drug diethylstilbestrol (DES).Women who had radiation therapy to the chest or breasts (for instance, treatment of Hodgkin’s lymphoma) before age 30 have a higher risk of getting breast cancer later in life. Previous treatment using radiation therapy.Having a first-degree male relative with breast cancer also raises a woman’s risk. A woman’s risk for breast cancer is higher if she has a mother, sister, or daughter (first-degree relative) or multiple family members on either her mother’s or father’s side of the family who have had breast or ovarian cancer. Family history of breast or ovarian cancer.Some non-cancerous breast diseases such as atypical hyperplasia or lobular carcinoma in situ are associated with a higher risk of getting breast cancer.

Women who have had breast cancer are more likely to get breast cancer a second time. Personal history of breast cancer or certain non-cancerous breast diseases.Women with dense breasts are more likely to get breast cancer. Dense breasts have more connective tissue than fatty tissue, which can sometimes make it hard to see tumors on a mammogram. Starting menstrual periods before age 12 and starting menopause after age 55 expose women to hormones longer, raising their risk of getting breast cancer. Women who have inherited changes (mutations) to certain genes, such as BRCA1 and BRCA2, are at higher risk of breast and ovarian cancer. Most breast cancers are diagnosed after age 50. The risk for breast cancer increases with age. If you have breast cancer risk factors, talk with your doctor about ways you can lower your risk and about screening for breast cancer. Most women have some risk factors, but most women do not get breast cancer. Having a risk factor does not mean you will get the disease, and not all risk factors have the same effect. Some women will get breast cancer even without any other risk factors that they know of. Most breast cancers are found in women who are 50 years old or older. The main factors that influence your risk include being a woman and getting older. It takes time, patience, love and SUPPORT regardless.Studies have shown that your risk for breast cancer is due to a combination of factors.

Remember, fast or slow, birth is a life-changing event no matter what. do what you need to do work your way through and know that you aren't alone. Talk to your spouse, your doula, your mom, your friend, your OB, your midwife, write about it, journal it, paint it. Don't bottle those feelings up- happy, sad, dazed, shocked, overwhelmed, scared. Make sure your team knows your birthing history, craft your plan and don't forget to follow up! When birth leaves us feeling overwhelmed, talking through your experience can be an invaluable part of closure and healing, even. Ask things like who you should call (them or 911)? Do they want you to go to the closest hospital or on to them? Talk it out ahead of time with your entire team (partner, doula, etc.) Also be sure you've had a convo with your provider about what to do if an unplanned home or car birth seems imminent. Pack a few supplies in your ca r. If you're planning to travel to your place of birth, make sure you have a couple of towels and a nice, soft blanket for you and baby. If you're planning to birth at home, make sure your birth team knows exactly where everything is (towels, blankets, chux pads, etc.) and, if you're planning a water birth, that the birth pool is blown up and waiting to be filled with fresh water (if there's time). The most important thing is that no matter WHERE you choose to birth, you feel completely comfortable. Many women opt for a home birth when facing a precipitous labor but that's not your only option.

Make sure your team knows your birthing history. Preparing for a Fast Labor One of the best things you can do is prepare! This allows you to relax somewhat, knowing you've done everything you can to set yourself up for success. It was a complete out of body experience.' I eventually made it to the bedroom via hands and knees and the rest was a blur. Luckily she just did what I said and didn’t question me because I wouldn’t have been able to explain. Once I made it to my phone I sent a text to my best friend “call rusty” 'My husband was already asleep in bed and I crawled out to the living room where my phone was charging and that’s as far as I could make it. Meet Megan- doula here with bFW, mom of 4 and a precipitous birther.

Precipitate birth