Welcome!
They call the post-cancer treatment stage “survivorship”- which seems like a strange word to use. Yes, you survive the treatments or the diagnosis, but the real nature of it is more of a continuance or moving ahead, a progression of days and an effort to make life good again.
There are a great many things that people face after treatments, women somewhat more than men. And the resources can be overwhelming. This is a collection of sources to help guide you through the following days.
I refer to this time as Progress, Persistance, or Perseverance rather than “survivorship”.
Whatever you choose to call it, may it lead you onto a new path forward.
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Nutrition
Nutrition, food plans, and balanced diets are a renewed focus when you’re dealing with cancer or recovering from it. Whether you have difficulty eating, or need better advice on what to eat, here are some resources to support you. .
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The Skin You're In
Taking care of yourself and your body becomes a new job both during treatments—and even following. This section provides great tips and links to products I’ve used or that were recommended that can keep skin healthy, protect your head during those balding days, and make you feel good about yourself again.
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Mind and Body
Areas of support for increasing strength, exercise, dental support, sexual support, managing side effects during chemo or radiation, oral health, meditation, yoga.
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Knowledge is Power
Understanding your treatment or cancer diagnosis and how to deal with the process is one of the most difficult aspects of this illness. There are numerous resources, but the most reliable are those offered by science and medical writings.
These links point you to places to get answers and also some great journals and guided books to help you best understand what you’re dealing with. The more you know, the more you are in control!
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My Stories
These are my blog posts telling the various stories of my experience. Sometimes scary, sometimes crazy, but a true reflection of my deep appreciation for where I’ve gotten so far and those who helped me to get here.
