about us

Welcome to the “Mother Daughter, Breast of Friends” podcast, where we embark on a heartfelt journey through the world of hereditary breast cancer and the enduring bond between a mother and daughter.

Hosted by Becky Measures and Wendy Watson MBE, this empowering podcast blends insightful conversations, expert interviews, and personal stories to shed light on an often misunderstood topic.

Becky Measures, a renowned radio presenter across Yorkshire and Derbyshire, teams up with her mother Wendy Watson MBE, the pioneering founder of the Hereditary Breast Cancer Helpline. Together, they bring you a podcast that’s not only informative and eye-opening but also fun, engaging, and entertaining for audiences of all ages.

With a commitment to raising awareness about hereditary breast cancer, we dive into discussions that matter most – from medical advancements and legal considerations to personal journeys and emotional triumphs.

97% of people who carry a faulty gene still don’t know, and through engaging and relatable conversations, we aim to change that while also giving you a few laughs along the way.

Join us as we navigate the complexities of genetics, health choices, and life’s twists and turns, all while building a community that values knowledge, support, and making informed decisions.

At “Mother Daughter, Breast of Friends,” we believe that every story deserves to be heard, every question deserves an answer, and every listener deserves to be part of a caring and understanding community.

Join us on this inspiring journey as we connect, empower, and uplift each other in the face of a shared challenge.

Latest episodes

S3 Episode 5: Introducing our sponsors – First Intuition Yorkshire and Humber

Wendy and Becky introduce you to our wonderful sponsors First Intuition – Yorkshire and Humber – Find out in this episode why CEO Lucy Parr wanted to get involved and exactly how it all came about. How did Lucy and Becky Meet??
We also meet Lucy’s lovely Mum Marian, and Wendy tells both of them something that they hadn’t actually realised.
This episode is recorded at, and with thanks to https://theashfordarms.com/ a beautiful, newly refurbished bar and hotel in the heart of the Peak District .
Sponsored by …..
First Intuition Leeds – Professional Education Provider

S3 Episode 4: The moment you hear your life in a song !! Mother (Wendy) is back!!

Mother (Wendy) is back, and as usual it starts with chaos and mischief.
We chat more with Karen and Max Restaino about Wendy’s World – The Musical.
Hear how Wendy felt when she first heard the songs and exactly what this means, not just to us as a family but what it will mean for the whole community going forward.
As usual it starts with a lot of giggling and some random chat about geese!!
Sponsored by First Intuition Leeds – Professional Education Provider
www.motherdaughterbreastfriends.co.uk
www.breastcancergenetics.co.uk

S3 Episode 3: How sharing your journey can lead to HOPE for others – Max and Karen Restaino continued …

The Restaino family story continues and how sharing your journey can give hope to others …..
With thanks to our sponsors First Intuition Yorkshire and Humber https://www.firstintuition.co.uk/classroom-courses/leeds/
For more information on Wendy’s World the musical
https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/wendysworldthemusical

Brightening Your Journey

The “Brightening Your Journey” campaign focuses on emotional well-being and fostering a sense of community during times of uncertainty. By providing small gestures of kindness, we hope to bring smiles to the faces of those who need it most and let them know that they are cherished and supported.

We invite businesses, organizations, and individuals to join us in this heartfelt endeavor. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of those about to embark on a cancer journey, spreading positivity and brightening their path through acts of compassion and care.

Our Fantastic Sponsors!

Graysons Solicitors

Graysons Solicitors is one of South Yorkshire’s most established and respected Solicitors. Through its vibrant and progressive team of dedicated legal professionals—including six highly experienced partners—the law firm has built a reputation for providing expertly tailored legal advice. The firm’s Lexcel accreditation—the Law Society’s quality mark—is testimony to its excellent standards of management and quality of service. Graysons is recommended in the Legal 500 2023 for its work in the areas of family, personal injury, private client and medical negligence.

Watermans Hair

Watermans was founded by Gail and Matt waterman, who both suffered for many years with different variations of hair loss problems. In 2012 Watermans was launched and now today we sell a product every 30 seconds across our network of distributors around the globe. The companies main focus is making products that actually help others in some way by using the finest ingredients and putting customer results first before profits.

Empowering Self-Examination: Our Partnership with Aware BSE

In our continued mission to promote breast health awareness, we’re proud to maintain our partnership with Aware BSE. Their innovative product, the Aware® Pad, is a game-changer in breast self-examination, enhancing tactile sensitivity to detect changes in breast tissue effectively. This collaboration is more than just a partnership; it’s a shared commitment to empowering women with the tools they need for early detection.

Aware BSE: A Revolution in Breast Health Awareness The Aware® Pad represents a significant advancement in self-examination techniques. By increasing sensitivity during self-exams, it helps in identifying potential issues at an early stage, which is crucial for effective treatment. Our partnership with Aware BSE underscores our dedication to providing our listeners and the wider community with access to the best resources for breast health.

The National Hereditary Breast Cancer Helpline

We hope you will find useful information here to help your journey. Most breast cancer occurs by chance, however in some families an alteration in a gene can give rise to a hugely increased risk. It is important to realise that everyone is an individual with different needs. We hope to promote a range of options for everyone; our mantra is that everyone should have access to all the relevant options open to them, then full support no matter what the choice.

Pink Ribbon Foundation

The Pink Ribbon Foundation is a grant making trust with a mission to fund projects and provide financial support to UK charities which relieve the needs of people who are suffering from, have been affected by breast cancer, or who work to advance the understanding of breast cancer and its early detection and treatment.

BRCA Chat

We are a tiny, but national U.K charity, which aims to help all humans navigating a BRCA (or other) gene mutation. Whether you are considering testing, have already been tested, have been diagnosed with cancer – or are a buddy wanting to support a friend (you champ, you), we are here for you.

Prevent Breast Cancer

Prevent Breast Cancer is the only UK charity entirely dedicated to the prediction and prevention of breast cancer – we’re committed to freeing the world from the disease altogether.

The Eve Appeal

The Eve Appeal is the leading UK national charity funding research and raising awareness into the five gynaecological cancers – womb, ovarian, cervical, vulval and vaginal.

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