Healing Pretty Contents
INTRODUCTION
The Beginning
1 PLAN FOR WHAT YOU CAN
Before Treatment Begins
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Planning Checklist
Financial Resources
Fertility Preservation
2 HEADS UP
Helping You Through Hair Loss
HAIR LOSS
What to Expect
Taking Control
Finding a Wig Salon
Choosing a Wig
TYPES OF WIGS
Human Hair
Synthetic
Human Hair/Synthetic Blend
Custom-Made
WIG CAP CONSTRUCTION
Machine-Made
Monofilament Top
100 % Hand-Tied
SPECIAL WIG FEATURES, ACCESSORIES, AND CARE
Lace Front
Ear Tabs
Adjustable Straps
Wig Liners
Wig Sizing
Wig Maintenance
OTHER HAIR ALTERNATIVES
Hats, Scarves, and Wraps
Cold Caps
HAIR RE-GROWTH
Hair Coloring
3 KEEP IT CLEAN
Tips to Prevent Infection
Good Hygiene Habits
Grooming Safety
4 LET’S FACE IT
Facial Care and Make-Up Tips
SKINCARE
Cleanse
Tone
Moisturize
Protect
MAKE-UP
Foundation
Concealer
Blush
Mascara
Eyeshadow
Eyeliner
Lipstick
EYEBROWS
Stencil
Human Hair Adhesive
Microblading
Eyebrow Enhancing Serum
EYELASHES
5 YOU NAILED IT
The Do’s and Don’ts Of Nail Care
6 SOS
Some Other Side-Effects
SKIN PROBLEMS
Acne
Blistering
Dry/Cracked Skin
Flushing/Red Cheeks
Photosensitivity
Puffy Eyes
Radiation Burns
Rashes/Hives/Itching
Skin Discoloration
SCARRING
Types of Scars
Reducing the Appearance of Scars
Over-The-Counter Scar Treatments
Tattoo Art
Alternative Therapy
Medical Solutions
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MOUTH PROBLEMS
Dry Mouth
Oral Thrush
Metallic Taste
Mouth Sores
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OTHER SIDE-EFFECTS
Gas and Bloating
Nausea
Hot Flashes
Inflammation/Swelling
Cognitive Impairment (Chemo Brain)
7 SURGERY SMARTS
Preparing For Surgery
Checklist
Comforting Words from an OR Nurse
TYPES OF SURGERIES
Face, Head, Neck
Breast
Lumpectomy
Mastectomy
Reconstruction
Nipple and Areola Reconstruction
Hysterectomy
Ostomy
8 PRACTICAL, COMFY, PRETTY, AND FUNKY
Treatment-Friendly Fashion, Accessories, and Ideas
MASTECTOMY, LUMPECTOMY, AND RECONSTRUCTION SOLUTIONS
Bras
Post-Surgical Healing Bra
Compression
Camisole
Everyday / Mastectomy Bra
Prosthetic Options
Full Breast Prosthesis
Partial Breast Prosthesis
Swimwear Prosthesis
Adhesive Nipples
Swimwear
OSTOMY OPTIONS
Urinary Bag Covers
Odor Eliminators
HYSTERECTOMY SUPPORTS
Post Op Panties
Cold Pack Pouches
LYMPHEDEMA PREVENTION
Compression Sleeves
Compression Stockings
HEAD AND NECKWEAR
Jewellery
Turtlenecks
Scarves
Hats
TATTOOING
Chest
Stomach
Nipple and Areola
OTHER HELPFUL ITEMS
Picc Line Covers
Seat Belt Cushions
Breast Pillows
Post-Surgery Wear
Night Sweats/Hot Flashes Sleepwear
9 LET’S GET PHYSICAL
Embracing Exercise & Sex During Treatment
Exercise Options
Tips for Healthy & Safe Sex
10 BRIGHTER DAYS
Caring For You and Your Body After Treatment
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Managing Your Feelings
Healthy Lifestyle Changes
Your Appearance
Treat Yourself
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11 SOUL SISTERS
Personal Stories & Words of Wisdom Cancer Warriors
12 CLOSING THOUGHTS
APPENDIX A: Cancer Self-Care Essentials
APPENDIX B: Healing Resources
REFERENCES
JOURNAL PAGES
I laughed more in the hospital than I ever have in my life, making fun of all the weird things that were happening to me. My friends would walk in with this sad look, and I would throw something at them and say, 'Come on! This isn't the end of the world!
- Christina Applegate, actress, comedian, dancer
Having cancer empowered me to take more risks. I knew beating cancer was going to shape me, but it wasn’t going to be all of me.
- Hoda Kotb, television news anchor and TV host, au
Awareness is empowering.
- Rita Wilson, actress, singer, activist, and producer.
Keep your sunny side up, keep yourself beautiful, and indulge yourself!
- Betsey Johnson, fashion Designer
I plan on encouraging so many women who are out there, who are still in the thick of it, who have yet to fight this fight, that you can do it, you can get through this one step at a time.
- Amy Robach, television journalist, author
