So many feels at the start of this new school year.
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Hurt people hurt people
Mean jabs are one of the harder facts of life. Understand its origin, and rise above it.
If depression creeps in
When active treatment ends, things don’t just go back to normal (whatever that word even means).
Best anti-nausea tips
Stave off nausea with ginger chew candy, lime-infused lemonade, and comforting Earl Grey tea. And if you have to take Zofran, opt for this version, not that one!
Ways to care for a friend going through cancer treatment
There are lots of ways to show support to a friend affected by cancer. Your time and your talents have the power to help heal!
Things not to say to someone dealing with cancer
These are the things not to say to someone who is fighting cancer. When my husband and I heard them, it usually had the opposite of the intended effect.
Best products for frizzy chemo hair
Frizzy chemo hair can be tamed. These two hair products made a huge difference for me. They also last a long time and are easy to use.
Channel your inner superhero
Regardless of your cancer type or treatment regimen, it’s all brutal. We can get by with a little help from our (superhero) friends.
Owning the hair loss process
This is why I had my head shaved before starting chemo. When you are facing a cancer diagnosis, one of the most upsetting parts of this new reality is brought sharply into focus. Any illusion of control that you thought you had over your life is gone. You are at this weird standstill – an…
These three things make all the difference with your chemo port
Have you ever thought about your second favorite flavor of chewing gum? Or if you have enough plastic wrap in the pantry? If not, now is the time.
If microblading your brows, timing matters (a lot).
You don’t realize how important these face framers are until they completely disappear. In my case it was seemingly overnight. Rude!
Be choosy when choosing your oncologist. Here’s why.
Your medical oncologist will be a critical part of your care team not only during active treatment but also for five to 10 years afterward. In my case, Dr. Ross is the one who bears primary responsibility for managing my treatment plan. He: guides the types and frequency of my exams (in partnership with my…
Tamoxifen thoughts, so far (1 year down, 4 to go)
I dreaded starting this medicine. Article research and chatting with friends didn’t boost my confidence either. Most notably, I had stumbled upon an article about Harry Connick Jr.’s wife and former Victoria’s Secret model Jill Goodacre. The piece noted that she’d finished her five-year Tamoxifen regimen, not without its side effects, most notably weight gain….
8 of My Favorite Cancer Support Services
Here are some of the best cancer-related support resources around.
Essential supplies for your mastectomy
Whether the one facing this body-altering surgery is you, or someone close to you, mastectomies can be a scary and emotional procedure to think about. One way to calm the nerves is to focus on the practical ways you can be prepared for it.
How to pick a chemo bag and what to put in it
Here are the top 10 essentials to keep within reach of your infusion chair.
Comfy headbands *do* exist!
Styling chemo hair is a challenge. These headbands make it easy and effortless – as bonus, they are super chic and affordable too!