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 »
The greatest gift we can give our children is not protection from the world, but the confidence and tools to cope and grow with all that life has to offer.* My failures and successes while helping my teens through my recurrent cancer convinced me of the necessity of establishing and maintaining open communication. My personal… Read More »
The 2025 spring/summer fashion season has arrived filled to the brim with designer-inspired hats and caps. Trending this year are oversized fedoras, bucket hats, chic cowboy hats and and simple or high-styled baseball caps. For women coping with hair loss from cancer surgery or treatment, hats and caps are more than a glam accessory. They… Read More »
The first sign of summer following my double mastectomy filled me with dread. As happy as I was to say goodbye to winter snow, the thought of mastectomy swimwear made my blood run cold. I had just gotten used to wearing a mastectomy bra and breast forms and now I had to confront a new… Read More »
Chemotherapy related hair loss is shocking. While some women feel better taking control and shave hair off pre-treatment, others prefer to let it fall out naturally. Either way for most women, being bald is a new experience. When my hair fell-out, I took my despair and frustration out on my cluttered shower. Into the trash went… Read More »
Breast Cancer inspired survivor Kerri Besse to create The Cancer Calendar, an artful way to track treatment and recovery.
O.K. I am about to confess a guilty pleasure of mine, a mani-pedi. I feel more put together, large and in charge, when my fingernails and toes are polished and looking good. Unfortunately, chemotherapy and radiation can wreak havoc with skin and nails. Nails can become dry, brittle, discolored and even peel. During my chemotherapy for… Read More »
“Living flat” is the choice of many women (myself included!) following a bi-lateral mastectomy without reconstruction. Today opting for an aesthetic flat closure that rebuilds the chest wall shape after a single or double mastectomy has become more common. While I was satisfied with my medical decision, I found myself at a loss as to… Read More »
Head Scarves are a fashion staple around the world. From the runways in Milan to the corner grocery store, women with hair or experiencing cancer hair loss are rocking diverse headscarf styles. Whether you prefer to keep it simple or want to up your style game by using leggings (yes leggings!) for added height under… Read More »
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 »
