A list of things that have been crucial in my cancer and survivorship journey! Adolescent/Young Adult cancer is a different beast and I hope you find something that helps you feel like you again 🤍
GREAT for hair health! My hair loss during (and long after 🤪) immunotherapy was horrific and this supplement made a huge difference. Also a great rec for the PCOS baddies out there!!!
Extra Strength Saw Palmetto 500mg DHT Blocker
You will NOT catch me in the sun anymore. But this gradual tan has been a game changer — rubs on like lotion so now nearly as high maintenance as a true self tan. A little something to bring the glow back.
Gradual Tan - St.Tropez
Low sugar, high protein. Something small to start the day — I usually have mine over coffee. It’s so important to have small meals, even when you feel sick as a dog. Protein shakes were incredibly helpful for me during treatment!
Premier Protein Shakes
THE BEST IG account for AYA cancer patients! Run by a cancer patient & Oncology Nurse, The Cancer Patient is a wonderful place full of laughter, irony, and dark humor to cope with the young adult cancer beast
The Cancer Patient |
If you have steroid-induced insomnia, you gotta try this sleep spray. If you don’t have steroid-induced insomnia, you gotta try this sleep spray.
Dr Teal's Sleep Spray w/ Melatonin, 6 fl oz (3 Pack)
Stay hydrated! Even when the thought of water makes you want to vomit!! Please!!!!
Liquid I.V.
Journaling was a must for me. Write it down, get it out of your head, and move forward as best you can 🤍
Amazon.com: Journals
When my thyroid is as a mess and still untreated, a heated blanket saved me.
Electric Blankets
The PERFECT hoodie for infusion days! We love a warm blanket, but actually getting to keep your sweatshirt on while you’re in the freezing cancer center?! Yes please!
IV Zip Hoodie
SPF every day is a non negotiable! I love this for every day wear because it doesn’t feel sticky or gross and gives a nice subtle glow!
Neutrogena ® Ultra Sheer ® Body Mist Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 70, 5 Oz
AMAZING SPF for under makeup! Feels lightweight and not greasy!
Daily Facial Sunscreen SPF 40
Sun coverage + hair styling with whatever hair you have left. Can’t go wrong.
Organic Cotton Washed Baseball Hat | Gap
If your hair is sticking around, def recommend! What’s left of my hair is straw dry and this has been a life saver.
WATERFALL Moisture + Shine Lotion
Do mints help anyone else with nausea??!!
LIFE SAVERS Wint-O-Green Mints Bag, 6.25 oz
You need to eat, no matter how miserable it sounds. A meal kit service was HUGE for me during treatment.
HelloFresh
Comfy clothes = a must. The adjustable waistband is nice for the days you’re a little bloated from infusions / prednisone / life
Women's Joggers Drawstring Running Sweatpants
I believe in reading to better ourselves, and this title is no exception!
F*** You Cancer: James, Deborah
THE BEST FOR NERVE PAIN! I have residual nerve pain in my arm and back from my lymph node dissection and using this for a few minutes at night has made all the difference! Flip it and use the back end of the vibration is too much for you at first.
Point-Relief Mini-Massager with Accessories
I have horrible rheumatoid arthritis and these knee pads have saved me when prednisone and and rest couldn’t
