Not Another Boob Blog

By Emma Lovelock

Welcome to Not Another Boob Blog

My name is Emma Lovelock, I am a 45 year old woman, mother, entrepreneur, daughter, girlfriend and Cancer survivor.

This blog is a record of my journey on this, my second time being given a Breast Cancer diagnosis.

I’m writing it mainly as a cathartic way for me to process everything, but also for anyone who is interested in following my journey along the way.

Last time round I wrote a blog too (https://www.emmasnewboobs.blogspot.com), but didn’t start it until quite a way into my story, and I always wished I’d thought to do it from the start. So this time that’s what I’m doing.

WARNING - It will be raw, I won't be censoring my thoughts or feelings for you. So if you don't want to know all the details you probably won't want to read it.

Sometimes it will be boring - I want to document everything that happens along the way.

Sometimes it will be sad - I'm not going to apologise for making you cry - often I will cry when I write it, then I'll feel better.
Sometimes it will be funny - I will share all the stuff, embarrassing and silly. I'm generally quite an upbeat, happy person anyway so hopefully this will come across in my writing.

All times it will be honest - I don't plan on keeping anything a secret, you'll get my real emotions as I feel them, my thoughts as I think them and I'm sure you'll get some positive energy coming through too.

I’ve documented the first month as well as I can remember it. As I write this, today is actually the day before I get the results of my CT scan and the surgery/treatment plan.

Enjoy, comment, share but most of all stay positive with me.

Emma x

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Results, Relief and Round Two

Results, Relief and Round TwoEmma Lovelock
Published on: 21/08/2025

On the day of my second surgery, all eyes were on Amber’s GCSE results - and she smashed it. The op went smoothly, I came home feeling surprisingly fine (again!), and the cherry on top? My stubborn nipple scab finally dropped off. All in all, a good day.

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A Setback, a Shower, and Some Silver Linings

A Setback, a Shower, and Some Silver LiningsEmma Lovelock
Published on: 13/08/2025

Three weeks post-surgery, I found myself back at the hospital for results - and facing another unexpected operation. While the news was frustrating, there were wins too: the dressing came off, I can drive again, and I even made it to a presentation workshop in Birmingham beforehand.

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Apple Juice, Morphine & a Cheese Sandwich

Apple Juice, Morphine & a Cheese SandwichEmma Lovelock
Published on: 28/07/2025

I came round from surgery surprisingly alert - hungry, a bit sore, and determined to get my hands on some apple juice. From post-op snack negotiations to my inside-out bra discovery, it was a day of small triumphs, a few laughs, and a long-awaited slow drive home

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Cornflakes, Cannulas & Controlled Chaos

Cornflakes, Cannulas & Controlled ChaosEmma Lovelock
Published on: 28/07/2025

Operation day arrived with early alarms, a belly full of Crunchy Nut, and a million things to tick off before heading to the hospital. From near-misses with road closures to giggles in pre-op and a surprisingly smooth countdown to sleep, it was chaotic, emotional, and entirely mine.

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The Night Before

The Night BeforeEmma Lovelock
Published on: 27/07/2025

It’s the night before my surgery, and although I’m running on broken sleep and busy thoughts, I feel strangely calm. Between new pyjamas, hospital prep, and an outpouring of kindness, I’m as ready as I’ll ever be - see you on the other side.

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Decisions, Details & Unexpected Silver Linings

Decisions, Details & Unexpected Silver LiningsEmma Lovelock
Published on: 25/06/2025

A detailed recap of my surgical planning appointment with Mr Cathcart, where we confirmed my choice for a nipple-sparing mastectomy with implant reconstruction. I share the emotional weight behind each decision, the pros and cons of different surgical options, and the surprising realities of breast cancer recovery as a Pilates instructor.

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You can reach out to Emma directly at [email protected]