Winter holidays are here, once more. The festivities can be fun. The prep can be daunting. Especially after surgery or during treatment. As much as you might want to follow traditions or to “put on the ritz” your body might be telling you to take it slow. Listen to that voice. It is wise and […]
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A beautiful blond water scientist married a handsome entrepreneur a day shy of Valentine’s Day, last spring. The wedding was held in South Africa near the Vrede en Lust Wine Estate – a retreat for body, mind and spirit. Three weeks later she found a lump on her right breast. Although it was small a
Women deserve to be pampered. For those newly diagnosed with breast cancer, this is especially true…along with women preparing for mastectomies. Gifting them with unique products that are tailored to their needs will ease their anxiety and is particularly meaningful in their time of need. I’ve selected a few favorites that will inform and boost
In 1993, when Ivis Febus-Sampayo was nursing her second child, she had an odd sensation in her breast. She asked her doctor to check it out. He did not do much of anything. For more than 18 months she complained to him while living with discomfort and worry. A dull feeling deep inside turned into
The last thing anyone wants to wear after surgery and during treatment is something itchy or something that doesn’t breathe. During this delicate time of healing, skin becomes more sensitive and sweats are quite common. Added coverage may be desired if there is swelling or weight gain. The best fabric by far is TencelTM. Its
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Moving forward in the face of a BRCA gene mutation diagnosis, is essential to a woman’s well-being. FACING OUR RISK OF CANCER EMPOWERED, otherwise known as “FORCE” provides support, information and unbiased resources to ease the way. Since 1999, FORCE has been the leader in empowering those at high risk for hereditary breast and ovarian
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As the fall/winter season unfolds, embrace the autumn’s glow. As Albert Camus said, “Autumn is a second spring when every leaf is a flower.” Creativity abounds on the runway, and this season you can mix and match to your heart’s content. “Life starts all over again when it gets crisp in the fall.” (F. Scott
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Sometimes the best breaks of all, are those with yourself in your home. The daily grind can wear down even the most fit and optimistic among us. Sometimes to refuel and renew, a healthy dose of rest and relaxation in familiar territory does the trick. Consider these ways to get in your zone: Dream
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You deserve to go to a spa! Rejuvenate. Get back to yourself. Relax with fabulous towels and personal care. A word to the wise, however. If you’re going through cancer treatment or if you’re not too far out from surgery, be mindful about how to determine which place is best for you. As the industry
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Body image is how we perceive our physical appearance in our mind and when we look at it in the mirror. Body image is influenced by many factors, including the reaction of others. Most breast cancer survivors face a range of emotional issues, including body image. Overcoming this anxiety is a process and the rewards
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