Andover woman's fundraiser for family after cancer diagnosis

Naomi Slade, 37, has launched the appeal for Becky Slade, 32, from Basingstoke, who was diagnosed with metastatic ovarian cancer on June 1.

The mother-of-three, whose children are all under 10, had repeatedly sought help for severe bloating, initially thought to be gastroenteritis.

Becky and Naomi Slade (Image: Naomi Slade)

Further tests later revealed masses on her ovaries and a lesion on her kidney, and she is now undergoing chemotherapy.

Due to the uncertainty surrounding Becky’s condition, the family has had to cancel their planned holiday this year, and Naomi’s fundraiser aims to help them create special moments for the children during a difficult time.

Naomi said: "It’s heartbreaking; they are my world.

"The reason we want to raise money is so the family can take the kids out and give them memories. They went bowling recently – they haven’t spent time together in six weeks.

"We all want them to spend as much time together as possible."

Becky and Paul Slade with their kids (Image: Naomi Slade)

She said Becky’s children have been "so brave and strong", adding that the community's support has already been "outstanding".

Naomi also hopes the campaign will raise awareness of ovarian cancer symptoms and encourage others to seek medical advice if something feels wrong and to "listen to their bodies."

Becky Slade (Image: Naomi Slade)

She said: "It's about awareness as well. Ovarian cancer is a silent killer. It happened so fast, eight weeks ago, she was fine.

"People need to be aware: if you feel like you’re not normal, go and get checked."

Donate to the fundraiser here: gofundme.com/f/becky-and-the-family-make-memories-this-summer