Chemo can make for a long day, my treatments last typically 5-8 hours including the time taken for bloodwork & evaluation with my oncologist each time.  You’ll want to bring along some comfort items to help bide the time while Read More …

Shopping for a wig the first time can be intimidating.  They can be costly & you’ll want to make an informed purchase that will get you the best looking wig for your money.  Here I’ll share with you what I’ve Read More …

Consider a cold cap – My oncologist offered a cold cap that could be worn during chemo & for a couple of hours after to help prevent or minimize hair loss.  Chemo attacks cells that multiply rapidly, including but not Read More …

As soon as I was diagnosed I immediately dreaded losing my hair.  I’ve had long hair most of my life & I liked it.  I worried what my children would think, how would I explain it to them?  I worried Read More …

Halfway through chemo, my medications changed which is common with breast cancer & was my treatment plan from the start.  The next series provided a higher risk for reaction at infusion & of course a different series of side effects Read More …

I was anxious for my first treatment & felt prepared at the same time.  I attended all of my husband’s treatments for lymphoma last year, so had a general idea of what to expect.  My supportive husband in return, has Read More …

I had seen the effects of chemo on my loved ones.  I saw my stepmother lose her hair & swell from steroids, among other many other things throughout her battle with breast cancer.  On the other hand, I watched my Read More …

After nearly a week in the hospital following surgery, I was more than ready to be home.  Initially my husband & I had planned for our children to visit me in the hospital.  However, after seeing the number of tubes, Read More …

How & what you pack for your hospital stay, will be dependent on the estimated length of your stay which would vary based on the type of surgery.  You’re typically provided a list of any items that would be essential Read More …

After my diagnosis I thought I would have options as to the type of surgery for removal of the cancer.  Early on, my tumor appeared small & was thought to be caught early from the initial mammogram & ultrasound.  As it turns Read More …