Cancer Journey Blog Posts
Vitamin D and Sunscreen: What EVERYONE Should Know
Many people have heard about how Vitamin D can help reduce one’s risk of cancer. But we’ve also heard about how sun exposure can increase our risk of skin cancer. So where's the balance between Vitamin D and sunscreen? I don’t know about you, but I definitely...
DIEP Flap Reconstruction: The 4 Most Important Reasons I Chose It
Thanks to modern technology, we have a variety of options when it comes to breast reconstruction! DIEP flap reconstruction, breast implants, and aesthetic flat closure tend to be the most popular choices. But there's also TRAM flap, lat flap, and a few other flap...
Chemo Side Effects for Adriamycin
It’s pretty much a universally known fact that undergoing chemotherapy sucks. You don’t feel well, you’re tired, and there’s a whole lot more of your body that’s affected than just cancer cells. Hence, it's helpful to know potential chemo side effects for Adriamycin...
What Not to Say to a Cancer Survivor
What in the world do you say to a friend who just told you they have cancer? Answers on this can vary. But I can certainly give you some idea of what NOT to say to a cancer survivor. Remember when you were in middle school and you’d have those school dances...
I Have Cancer…. Now What??
Welp, that was unexpected, wasn’t it? You’re minding your own business, doing this thing called life, and then BAM! You find yourself at the doctor's office thinking, "I have cancer... now what??" I've been there. I know how disorienting it feels. So I wanted to share...
Radiant Wrap: An Honest Review
Like many people, I purchased several items I thought would be helpful for cancer treatment. We want to be prepared, after all. It's one way we can have control during a situation that otherwise feels so far beyond our control. One of the items I bought during...
Cancer and Careers Conference: An Incredible Resource for Cancer Survivors!
I had signed up for the Cancer and Careers Conference not really sure what to expect. Sure, I figured they’d help me update my resume, but beyond that? All I knew was I had no idea what I’d do when I had to re-enter the workforce. The Cancer and Careers...
100+ Things To Do During Quarantine
Coronavirus is really putting a damper on our social lives isn't it? Plans are canceled, restaurants and bars are closed, vacations postponed or canceled... And on top of all that we're supposed to be practicing social distancing and being quarantined at home when...
Chemotherapy-Induced Nausea and Vomiting: The Nightmare of Cancer Treatment, and How to Ease It
This post is all about my experience with chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting on Adriamycin. Thankfully, I didn’t experience any nausea on Taxol. Regardless of what chemo drug you're on, these details and tips can help you! The first session of...
6 Useful Gifts for Chemo Patients
When a friend is going through cancer treatment, especially something as rough as chemo, it can be hard to know what to say or do to help. You know it’s going to be a rough few months for her, but what can you do?? Even simple gifts for chemo patients can fill the...
Chemotherapy-Induced Neuropathy: Possible Signs and Treatment
Below is an outline of my progression of symptoms with chemotherapy-induced neuropathy and delayed onset neuropathy. Since I wasn’t originally sure this was a chemo problem, I wanted to provide you with the details in case you experience something similar. This way...
HealinComfort Mastectomy Shirt: An Honest Review
Whether you’re preparing for a mastectomy or reconstructive surgery, there are certain items you can have on hand to make life easier at home, like the HealinComfort mastectomy shirt! Two of the biggest hurdles in recovering from these surgeries are the drains and the...