Close to the Chest with Kristin and Christine
Close to the Chest with Kristin and Christine
Playlist by Close to the Chest with Kristin and ChristineThe podcast, first season, is in eight parts hosted by two women on a mission to find out how to financially, legally, physically and emotionally overcome Breast Implant Illness (B.I.I.). The hosts ar…Follow the podcast:
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Financing Your Disease
Nothing drains your bank account faster than the cost of getting diagnosed and treated. We discuss creative ways to finance treatment and hear from those who have done it. We learn some helpful hints! Special Guests: Kara Dunham Lee (IG: karadunhamlee). Follow Kristin on Instagram: Kristin - @kris…
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Recovery
You’ve finally had your implants out. How long will it take for your body to heal itself? What should you expect the next step of your journey to look like? Meet survivors thriving and get tips key to recovery! Special Guests: Jennifer Shultz (IG: @jennifershultzstyle) and Dr. Amanda Savage Brown …
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The FDA and Lawsuits
Women and their supporters have been fighting to have Breast Implant Illness recognized for over 40 years! What is the history between the FDA and the Breast Implant Manufacturers? How can you report adverse events to the FDA going forward? Special Guests: Sybil Goldrich and Maria Gmitro (IG: @tra…
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Psychological Aspects of Breast Implants
How do you deal with the empotional impact of a debilitating chronic illness and being misdiagnosed? How can you avoid the shame, guilt, and the downward spiral that so often accompanies long-term illness? Special Guests: Eden Sassoon (IG: @edensassoon) and Rev. Tawana Davis (IG: @rev.ms.tee) Foll…
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The Road to Explant
What do you need to know about getting your implants removed? What are your options? How can you prepare your body for the surgery? What happens after they are removed? Special Guests: Dr. Tony Youn (IG: @tonyyounmd) and Ricci Jess (IG: @truth_about_breast_implants). Follow us on Instagram: Kristi…
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Family and Friends Support
When you are chronically ill, it not only impacts you, it impacts those around you. We talk about what this illness does to your relationships with your friends and family. We also learn key tips for advocating for those you love. Special Guests: Randy (IG: @randy_shain3) and Bonnie Shain and Stev…
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Dealing with Doctors
How can you heal yourself if Doctors don’t even believe your illness is real? How do you find a doctor who can help you figure out what is happening in your body? There are pioneering doctors out there on the front lines, working tounderstand and treat this disease. From performing explants to emot…
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What is B.I.I?
Let’s start at the basics. What is Breast Implant Illness? What causes it? Who gets it? How do you get it? And how does it manifest in your body? These and many more questions are discussed with our very brave survivors. Special Guests: Tamra Judge (IG: @venacbd) and Christine Handy (IG: @christin…
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Introducing Close to the Chest with Kristin and Christine
Kristin Nobles had breast augmentation and she’s been suffering from a vast variety of mysterious debilitating illnesses. Finally, she learned she was suffering from Breast Implant Illness. Now, together with her dear friend and former prosecutor, Christine Torres, they interview doctors, advocates…
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