Just. About to start my chemo paxi

Hi, I start my chemo on the 24th, I have a teenager but they are autistic so it’s always a challenge getting the balance right with how much information is too much and how much they will understand without getting overwhelmed and anxious.  
wishing you luck with your treatment, sending hugs, we got this! X

Yes it's scary with children they rely on us so much I suppose it means the fight is a little harder for sure

Let me know how you get on this is my first time so nervous as to the side effects but definitely ready to fight on 

We can do it

I understand being nervous about the side effects, it’s a harsh regime, but (as cliche as it sounds) being positive goes a long way with your mindset about what’s happening. 
I have no idea what to expect but it effects everyone differently so I am convincing myself that it won’t be as bad as anything I can imagine, our mind does a wonderful job in anticipating the worst!

That, and the alternative to no chemotherapy means that however bad it maybe, it’s going to do it’s job. 

Keep smiling  and find something to laugh about every day. No matter how bad you may feel think of how far you have already come and let me know how you get on xx

Hi finished. My chemotherapy a month ago, I had hardly no side effects , just tied, first few days feeling groggy and coming to the end of treatment fed up.  I put it in my head that it was a job like going to work but unfortunately no pay lol.  I did rest when I needed to just short naps on the sofa. I did manage to walk everyday.  I stuck to a routine of going to bed and getting up in the morning the same time . It is doable just take your time when you body wants to rest have a rest the weeks will soon pass and it will be fine.  Also drink plenty flush it out and stay hydrated.

take care xxx

Thankyou for your kind positive words I hope everything goes well for you and your right the chemo is guna do the job of smashing this thing away 

hi Thankyou for your message this makes me feel alot better just knowing not everyone is extremely ill and that it will be doable I have to drive the kids to school because are school. Is far from home so I was worried about this I do hope I follow. Your foot steps going to be a long year ahead but definately will get througb

Thankyou so much 

Hi Aea

I'm having weekly paclitaxel, round 8 today. I've been fine. I have had side effects - numb toes, bad skin, a little nausea. But none so bad I couldn't do anything. My children are older but I've continued to work two days a week. Losing my hair was the bit that made me feel a bit rubbish.

My advice is listen to your body when you need rest take a break.  Prioritise what needs doing - if the dishes don't get done or you have take aways every night that's OK.  People will offer help - take it, don't be proud.  

Good luck with the treatment - also I've met a lovely group of ladies that have treatment at the same as me that I can chat to about how things are going.

Take care

xx

Thankyou aunt flo that's nice to know I think I will find it hard if I can't do stuff for the children that's such a worry for me but all you lovely people have really put my mind at ease feeling abit more positive for Friday 

Round 3 of paxi for me today,& what wind!!!,just have to laugh.big hugs.x