After advice to help a friend

FormerMember
FormerMember
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Hi,

Following a routine mammogram a good friend has been told she needs to have a lumpectomy and a week of radiotherapy in October. 

I don't live close to her (300 miles away)  so can't offer support in person.  However I would like to send her something to help her get through this or to pamper her during/after her treatment. Whilst I am not unfamiliar with cancer (lost my dad to bowel and my mother and mother-in-law to lung), I don't know much about breast. Is there anything she will need to help her through her treatment or for afterwards maybe - lots of chocolate to boost her spirits perhaps!  My late mam used to make heart cushions for the local hospital. Will one of those help?

Sorry if I seem a little vague or clueless but any help would be most apricated. 

Many thanks,

Gertie

  • FormerMember
    FormerMember

    What a thoughtful friend you are. I have just ordered a heart shaped pillow for my upcoming mastectomy as I'm told they're invaluable. Hope all goes well. 

  • FormerMember
    FormerMember

    I think almost anything you can send through the post would cheer her up.

    I was sent nice moisturisers, nail polish, bubble bath and random foodie treats, and lots and lots of flowers and cards. You could also send nice non-alcoholic drinks - I've sent friends a case of different flavours from Square Root Drinks. If you know them well enough to know their size and preferences, you could send nice soft PJs.