Advice & stories

At Rosette la Vedette, we bring colour to darker days. Not only with beautiful headwear, but also with honest tips and heartwarming stories from people going through the same experience as you. In plain language, with a positive touch and plenty of photos and videos. Because the better informed you are, the stronger you’ll feel, right?

3 zelfgemaakte cadeaus die iemand met kanker écht blij maken

3 Thoughtful DIY Gifts That Truly Support a Friend With Cancer

Visiting a colleague, friend, family member or neighbor with cancer, but no idea what gift would truly bring comfort? We’ve got three heartfelt suggestions that are guaranteed to be appreciated—and...

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Hoe studente Christine de klik maakte om haar haarverlies door alopecia areata te aanvaarden

How Christine Found Peace with Her Hair Loss from Alopecia Areata

Noticing your hair fall out as a young teenager is never easy. And when you get the diagnosis of alopecia areata, you also learn that it may never go away. That’s when it pays off to do what Christ...

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Leestips: 10 kinderboeken over kanker

6 Children’s Books That Help Explain Cancer

How do you talk to children about cancer — a disease that can suddenly take up so much space in a family’s life? Books can be a gentle bridge: they use simple words, age-appropriate metaphors, and ...

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Anja en Marjan: wat als na kanker ook nog eens de lockdown toeslaat?

Anja and Marjan: Coping with Cancer Recovery During Lockdown

We don’t need to tell you that a long cancer treatment often feels a lot like quarantine: you’re tired, more vulnerable to illness, less active and less social. No wonder you look forward to the ti...

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Mag ik eigenlijk wel zonnen tijdens de chemokuur?

Can You Sunbathe During Chemotherapy?

We all know how often we hear that sunlight is good for us. It strengthens our bones, boosts our immune system, and brightens our mood. There’s nothing more refreshing than clear light and pleasant...

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Genoeg water drinken: met deze 3 tips en weetjes lukt het je zeker!

Staying Hydrated During Chemo: 3 Easy Tips That Really Work

Drink plenty — that’s the golden rule. And not just on extremely hot days. When you’re undergoing chemotherapy or taking other medication, hydration is essential to flush out toxins and prevent deh...

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"Blijft jullie webshop open tijdens de lockdown wegens corona?"

Is Our Webshop Open During the Corona Lockdown?

Dear customers,Over the past few days we’ve been asked so often whether our webshop is closing that I decided to dedicate today’s blogpost to it. The answer is: NOT YET! We’re still shipping your s...

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Wat als een vriend(in) kanker krijgt: 4 do’s en don’ts

What to Do (and Not Do) When a Friend Has Cancer

When a friend is diagnosed with cancer, it’s normal to feel uncertain about how best to respond. Maybe you avoid the topic out of fear of saying the wrong thing. Or you overwhelm your friend with u...

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Positivo Nele na een hobbelig kankerparcours: “Ik pik zoveel mogelijk mee in het leven”

Nele’s Story: Staying Positive Through Four Cancer Diagnoses

For years, Nele has lived under a dark shadow: she has been diagnosed with cancer four times. Five years after her last treatment, she shares her zest for life, her hunger to enjoy it all, and what...

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