They blamed it on postpartum depression — twice. But Taylor knew something wasn’t right. Just two weeks after giving birth, she felt that something was terribly off. She felt exhausted in a way that went beyond the usual fatigue new mothers experience. But when she tried to speak up, her concerns were dismissed, and doctors brushed it off as “baby blues.” It wasn’t until Taylor insisted that something was wrong that her journey into a life-altering battle truly began.
At just 28 years old, Taylor’s world was turned upside down. She had recently become a mother, filled with the joy and challenges of caring for a newborn. But what seemed like a routine recovery from childbirth quickly became something far more sinister. What doctors had initially dismissed as postpartum depression turned out to be much more serious: a massive brain tumor.
It was a Grade 4 Astrocytoma, IDH type — a fast-growing, aggressive brain cancer. A diagnosis that no one ever expects to hear, let alone someone so young and full of life. Taylor was left in shock, struggling to understand how her body could be betraying her in such a terrifying way.
By the time the doctors finally took her seriously, the tumor had grown to a dangerous size — seven centimeters. The delay in diagnosis had put her life in grave danger. The doctors informed her that she had very little time left. In fact, when Taylor underwent a CT scan to confirm the tumor’s presence, she nearly died right then and there. The scan revealed the full extent of the damage, and it was clear that immediate action was needed. But the battle was far from over.
In the following months, Taylor’s life became a blur of hospital visits, surgeries, and harsh treatments. She underwent four brain surgeries within six months, one of which involved the removal of part of her skull to access the tumor. The physical toll on her body was profound, but it was nothing compared to the emotional and psychological toll of having to face a diagnosis that came with a prognosis of only two years to live.
Yet, Taylor wasn’t ready to give up. The odds were stacked against her, and the road ahead seemed impossible, but she was determined to fight. She was a mother, a daughter, and a wife, and she wasn’t going to leave her family behind. With each surgery and treatment, Taylor dug deep within herself to find the strength to keep going. Her faith became a pillar in her life, one that never wavered despite the overwhelming circumstances.
As she worked through recovery, Taylor found herself facing not only the physical aftermath of the surgeries but also the reality of living with a brain injury that would change her life forever. The tumor, its removal, and the resulting brain injury affected her emotions and moods in ways she couldn’t control.
“Imagine having a hole in your brain where you process your moods and emotions…” Taylor explained. “I can be on cloud nine one day, and angry the next. It’s out of your control. It sucks.”
The emotional challenges were perhaps the hardest to navigate. As any parent knows, raising children requires patience, understanding, and emotional stability. For Taylor, every day was a struggle to maintain balance, both within herself and for her family. She had to learn to live with the unpredictability of her moods, even though it wasn’t something she could ever have prepared for.
And yet, Taylor has never let these challenges define her. Instead, she continues to show up every single day for her two young daughters — a 3-year-old and an 11-month-old. Raising her girls while coping with a brain injury is a delicate balancing act, but Taylor is determined to give them the best life she can, despite the obstacles in her path.
She continues to inspire those around her with her unbreakable will to survive. Despite the many hurdles she’s faced, she remains focused on her family and on raising awareness about the importance of trusting your instincts. She encourages others to fight for the answers they need, to advocate for their health when doctors might dismiss their concerns, and to believe in the possibility of miracles, no matter how impossible they may seem.
Her journey is one of resilience, but also one of deep vulnerability. Taylor speaks openly about her struggles to help others feel less alone. She doesn’t sugarcoat her experience. Instead, she offers raw and honest insights into the challenges she faces, hoping that by sharing her story, others will find the strength to face their own battles.
Taylor is not just fighting for herself; she’s fighting for her family. She’s fighting to see her daughters grow up, to be there for the milestones that matter most. She’s fighting to be the mother they need, even when her body is struggling to keep up with her mind and her heart.
Through all the surgeries, all the treatments, and all the emotional turmoil, Taylor’s strength continues to shine. It’s not just her physical strength, though that has been incredible, but her emotional and mental strength that stands as a beacon of hope for others. Her story is not just one of surviving cancer; it is a story of thriving in the face of adversity, of never giving up no matter what the prognosis may be.
Today, Taylor has clean scans, and she is living proof that miracles can happen. She continues to defy the odds, and while the road ahead is still uncertain, her faith remains steadfast. She believes in the possibility of a future for herself and her family, a future where she can continue to raise her daughters and live a life filled with love, even with the challenges that still lie ahead.
Taylor’s story is one of hope, of perseverance, and of an unshakable belief that even in the darkest moments, there is always a reason to keep going. Her message is simple yet powerful: trust your instincts, fight for answers, and never stop believing in the possibility of miracles. Taylor is living proof that even when life seems impossible, strength, faith, and love can carry you through.
Today, Taylor is a mother of two beautiful daughters, and she continues to raise them with the same fierce determination that helped her survive her battle with brain cancer. She faces every day with a smile, even when it’s difficult, knowing that her girls need her — and she will never stop fighting for them.
🙏 Help keep her strong for herself and two young kids. They need their momma.