Chemo Curls After Chemotherapy: Why Do They Happen and Do They Last?
Anyone going through chemotherapy will eventually hear about "chemo curls". Perhaps someone told you that your hair will grow back curly. Perhaps you've seen photos of women whose hair returned wit...
Book Review: Lies Reads Relativi-tiet, Linda's Personal Guide to Navigating Chemotherapy
New books about cancer are published regularly. Some take a medical approach, while others tell a deeply personal story written by someone who has been through it themselves. Who better to read and...
When your sense of smell changes during chemo – understanding and coping with it
"I was standing in the shower when suddenly, I couldn’t stand my own shampoo anymore. The scent I used to love suddenly seemed a hundred times stronger. I even felt a bit nauseous." Many people und...
When Bad News About Others With Cancer Affects You: How to Cope
Over the past few weeks, in Belgium, we have once again been confronted with several stories about cancer. Young Belgian cyclist Jilke Michielsen passed away at just 19 years old as a result of bon...
10 Questions People Often Have About Chemo & Hair Loss
Why does chemotherapy make your hair fall out? How can you prepare for this? What is the best way to care for your hair during chemo? And what can you do after chemotherapy? How soon will your hair...
Make-over time: Nicky, Joke, Christelle and Ilse blooming with style
Nothing lifts your spirits more than fresh flowers. “A flower a day keeps the blues away.” In a vase, but also in your wardrobe. Feeling a bit low? Pull your sunniest floral prints out of the close...
When temperatures drop, many people ask us whether winter hats with a fleece lining are a good option to keep their bald scalp warm during chemotherapy. It is completely understandable: you natural...
How to care for your scalp after chemo hair loss: gentle tips for comfort and self-care
Have you lost your hair during chemo and noticed your scalp feels different? Maybe drier, more sensitive, or a little tight? That’s completely normal. Without your hair’s natural protection, your s...
Should I Shave My Head Before Chemo Starts? Here’s What You Need to Know
A piece of advice you often hear when starting chemotherapy: “Shave your hair, it’s easier.” If that idea fills you with fear, keep reading. Shaving your head isn’t a must, but it does come wi...