Pretty In Pink Boutique Wouldn’t Exist Without Gloria Madry Today would have been my Mom’s 84th birthday. And while we were celebrating some other birthdays on our staff this week, we took a few minutes to remember my Mom, Gloria Madry, without whom Pretty In Pink wouldn’t exist. It took me a minute to realize…
Losing a breast due to a mastectomy can be a difficult and emotional experience, and it can take time to adjust to the changes in your body. One common issue that many women face after their mastectomy is uneven breasts, with one side being larger or smaller than the other. Pretty in Pink Boutique has…
Compression garments are becoming increasingly popular among the general public, especially athletes, because of the health benefits they can give to your body. Whether you are using over-the-counter compression garments or ones that are prescribed to you, it’s important you take care of them and know when to replace them for your safety. Pretty in…
Many women go in for their regularly scheduled mammogram as another part of their day and come out with a shocking new reality – that they have been diagnosed with breast cancer. This can be a scary, life-changing diagnosis, and you may not know where to start or what to do next. Pretty in Pink…
Breast cancer can affect any woman, from your local hairdresser to a popular celebrity. There are many household names that have gone through or are currently experiencing breast cancer. Many celebrities choose to keep their health private, but there are others that are very outspoken about their experience and choose to use their condition to…
The month is dedicated to increasing awareness for breast cancer with many different events and fundraisers in support of those who have been affected in one way or another by breast cancer. We often “Think Pink” in October for Breast Cancer Awareness Month but its history and relevance is rooted in education and interesting facts. …
Compression therapy plays a central role in the treatment of lymphedema. The experts at Pretty In Pink Boutique have helped thousands of folks suffering with lymphedema since beginning their journey in 2004. Their team of professionally trained compression garment fitters share their expertise in compression therapy and compression garments. What is Lymphedema? Lymphedema is a…
Comparing Over-The-Counter Versus Medical Grade Compression Apparel Compression socks and their popularity have increased over the last few years. Compression socks help with circulation and have been recommended to athletes, pregnant women, airplane passengers and crew, and for people who work on their feet all day such as retail workers, nurses, doctors, and delivery drivers.…
Lymphedema refers to swelling that occurs when the lymphatic system is unable to adequately drain fluid, usually from an arm or leg. The most common cause of lymphedema is cancer. If cancer cells block lymph vessels, or lymph nodes are removed in cancer treatment, lymphedema may result. There are various ways a doctor may treat…
Your diet during your breast cancer journey plays a big role in how you feel and how your body responds to a possible recurrence. By eating well and staying active, you’ll not only feel better, but you can also increase the chances of survival. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle, diet and exercise is the best way…