Rediscovering your sense of self and personal style after a single or unilateral mastectomy goes beyond fashion—it’s about confidence, self-expression, and feeling comfortable in your skin– again. A great way to achieve this is by curating a wardrobe that flatters and adapts to your new shape. Whether you decide to live flat on one side,… Read More »
Special occasions and holidays are all about bringing family and friends together. If you are celebrating with someone who is recovering from cancer or in the midst of treatment, it helps to understand their particular needs and wants. Jessica Baladad is a breast cancer survivor and the Founder and Advocate of Feel For Your Life…. Read More »
When most people are tired, its time for a little R&R, Rest & Relax. For people dealing with extreme fatigue from chemotherapy or radiation, R & R takes on a whole new meaning. In my personal cancer dictionary- R & R means to Rest & Recover. Fatigue is one of the most common and distressing… Read More »
Breast Cancer inspired survivor Kerri Besse to create The Cancer Calendar, an artful way to track treatment and recovery.
One of the joys (not!) of menopause is frustrating hot flashes and night sweats. Trying to keep your cool when your internal temperature feels like it’s set on broil is frustrating. Like many cancer survivors, I was thrown into premature menopause. Surgery and treatment can create early menopause that is temporary or permanent. As a… Read More »
Sunburn protection is hot on the minds of everyone this summer particularly when coping with record-breaking temperatures. For many people swimming pools and beaches offer cool relief. This blog from our sun-safe friends at Coolibar can help you to be smart about the sun’s rays and shares important tips on how to protect yourself at… Read More »
