Pretty in Pink Boutique is delighted to sponsor BRA Banter on May 22nd with BRA, a group dedicated to helping breast cancer survivors thrive physically and emotionally. Each month, BRA hosts a virtual gathering to discuss various topics that are either helpful to breast cancer survivors on their journey or informational to help raise awareness for the fight against cancer.  Read on to discover more about this wonderful organization and the topic for discussion this month:   What is BRA? BRA is an exceptional resource for individuals who are either undergoing treatment or are in remi ..read more

Congratulations on your hard-fought victory against breast cancer! The journey from diagnosis to remission is undoubtedly challenging, but as you emerge from the shadows of cancer, a new chapter begins—one filled with opportunities for healing and growth. While chemotherapy and radiation treatments may be behind you and the reconstruction complete, your journey to wellness is not over. It is understandable to feel fraught with worry and concern, as it is only natural to worry about recurrence. Understanding the physical, emotional, and mental effects of life after breast cancer is crucial for ..read more

As a parallel component to the post-surgery breast cancer care we provide our patients, Pretty In Pink Boutique offers services to help patients manage their lymphedema symptoms. While lymphedema can develop in many ways, damage to the lymphatic system from cancer treatments is one of the leading causes, making these services a natural progression in caring for our patients. Pretty In Pink Boutique offers fittings for compression garments for lymphedema year-round, but we like to draw extra attention to this condition during Lymphedema Awareness Month every March. Read more about how lymphede ..read more

While lipedema and lymphedema might outwardly appear to be similar disorders, they are two very distinct medical conditions. Though they share some similarities, including treatment methods and potential symptoms, it’s important to distinguish between them.  Learn more about Lipedema and how it differs from Lymphedema: What is Lipedema?   Lipedema is a medical condition that involves spontaneous formations of fat deposits. It is a long-term, chronic condition of fat and connective tissues in the hips, legs, rear, and upper arms that build up over time. It affects both sides of the b ..read more

Compassion is at the core of our work at Pretty in Pink Boutique. We are a small, family-owned business of compassionate people inspired to care for individuals who are undergoing or have completed cancer treatment. Many of us have been personally touched by cancer and are motivated to “do something better” for the world through our work. We provide post-surgical care to cancer patients, such as mastectomy products and compression garments, to help them live more comfortable lives.  We are looking for a caring individual with a medical background ready to make a difference in their next ..read more

You may have heard that starting January 1, 2024, Medicare launched coverage of compression garments for the treatment of lymphedema. While it’s great that we will now have access to this coverage, we caution patients and providers that many questions remain about how it will work.  At Pretty in Pink Boutique, our team is working hard to understand all the details of this new coverage and how it will affect you as the year progresses. It is essential to us that you never pay more out of pocket than necessary, so we are approaching this implementation very strategically. Below are some de ..read more

Navigating your breast cancer diagnosis can be challenging on more than just the physical front. It’s just as difficult on your mind and emotions as it is on your body.  It’s easy to focus on the physical aspect of your breast cancer journey since most of your treatments affect your physical self so significantly. But it’s just as important to care for your mental health as you navigate your diagnosis.  Did you know your mental health may directly impact your mortality rate? Mortality rates are up to 39% higher in those with depressive symptoms or who have been diagnosed with major ..read more

The holiday season is dedicated to a sense of joy and gratitude. With a breast cancer diagnosis, it can be challenging to tap into those feelings and celebrate the way you’d like to. If you’re going through difficult times, it is natural to feel angry, sad, grumpy, upset, scared – anything but festive and joyous.  However, actively cultivating more positive feelings (that you aren’t feeling naturally) can help you through this challenging time. Here are a few ways to help you find joy and gratitude this season:  1) Mindfulness It might sound too simple, but meditation and introspect ..read more

How Medicare’s Implementation of the LTA Will Affect Your Patients in 2024  As you are probably aware, Medicare will commence coverage of compression specifically for lymphedema in 2024 when the Lymphedema Treatment Act goes into effect. A lot of information is racing through the industry right now, so we wanted to take a moment to update you on how we are approaching this change here at Pretty in Pink Boutique. Medicare Says Coverage Will Commence January 1st  Medicare has said that patients will be covered as of January 1st, 2024. However, they do have the option to delay coverage ..read more

‘Tis the season…for Pretty in Pink Boutique’s annual Christmas Tree Fundraiser! We might all be located in one store now, but we couldn’t resist the opportunity to host our annual fundraiser with a little friendly competition. We have four trees this year that are decorated around different themes: the Hope tree, the Home tree, the Light tree, and the Wig tree. You can view each tree and vote for your favorite on our website here.  Each vote helps raise money for the Pretty in Pink Foundation, which goes towards those who are unable to afford treatment at Pretty in Pink Boutique. The fin ..read more