Basket inspiration needed for someone going through Chemo

sfry

Please don't put perfume or any creams or lotions that have scents in the basket. The sense of smell is intensely heightened when undergoing chemo and everything smells vile. Just thought I'd warn you!

*niptuckfan*

i have a family member just gone through chemo for breast cancer and is always now having hot flushes a wee fan would be a good idea

Softstuff

A voucher for a massage would be a good thing, be careful to find a masseur who deals with cancer patients, it can really be a boost.

whitewing

Spooky, I just found out yesterday that my friend has got breast cancer and is having a masectomy on Monday. So I have got her Kylie's CD as a get well present. I thought it was a lovely idea. Thank you.

sethsgran

If you are into creating things then how about making her a throw. You could knit sew or crochet one. I also like to make a no sew fleece blanket. I use 2 pieces of fleece that co-ordinate, make sure they are the same size trim them if needed. You then lay them on the floor wrong sides together. Then cut 6 inch squares from each corner, through both thicknesses. Keep the fleece layed flat and cut through both layers to make a fringing effect all round, about 3/4 inch apart 6 inch long. I usually cut then knot it one side at a time. After cutting knot the strips together, i.e. top layer with bottom, continue until all strips are knotted together. Proceed round all 4 sides. This may seem like alot of effort but it only takes an evening. They are so soft and cozy and there is nothing like being wrapped up in the handiwork of someone you love. I have made lots of these for friends in need.
Link is for a pillow but the theory is the same

http://www.joann.com/joann/catalog.jsp?CATID=cat13853&PRODID=xprd499259

I like to cut the strips to 6in for throws.
All the best to your mum

aurora_borealis_2

Refreshers (dry mouth)
handheld fan
talking books
ginger ale (nausea)
soft socks
aveda shampure (no chemicals and smell lovely)
cotton nighties


... I'll think of more

Miró

Lip Balm...hanging around over heated hospitals can make the lips very dry.

Pretty headscarf...non-silky, ready for if the inevitable happens!

Magazine subscription...something that can be just 'dipped into' as concentration can suffer.

(Best wishes to you and your mum)

P.S. Could you arrange for her to attend one of these, (fab!), workshops for later in the year?
http://www.lookgoodfeelbetter.co.uk/facts/

bellsbells

What about a nice snuggly blanket for your mum to wrap herself up in. Apparently sometimes the treatments can make you feel cold and shivery. If you were crafty you could get a fleece blanket then personalise it - I once saw this wonderful blanket on a blog that had been made for someone going through treatment. Basically all the family (including the kids) had made material handprints that were then sewn onto the blanket. You can but stuff called bondaweb if you are not into sewing. The idea was that the lady having treatment would be being hugged by her family whenever she used the blanket. Sorry I cannot remember where I saw it but I loved the idea. I hope things go well for your mum.:A

dotchas

bellsbells wrote: »

What about a nice snuggly blanket for your mum to wrap herself up in. Apparently sometimes the treatments can make you feel cold and shivery. If you were crafty you could get a fleece blanket then personalise it - I once saw this wonderful blanket on a blog that had been made for someone going through treatment. Basically all the family (including the kids) had made material handprints that were then sewn onto the blanket. You can but stuff called bondaweb if you are not into sewing. The idea was that the lady having treatment would be being hugged by her family whenever she used the blanket. Sorry I cannot remember where I saw it but I loved the idea. I hope things go well for your mum.:A

What a wonderful idea!

MissEyre

To echo a previous post-chemo can really affect your sense of smell, so if you give anything scented, even if it smells lovely, the majority of people going through chemo will find it makes them feel ever more sick But magazines, a blanket, photos, and anything you know would cheer your mum up would be great, it's a really good idea to do a basket x