Let’s Talk About It: Ovarian Cancer – Crafting Vision Boards Together

A diagnosis of cancer can cloud not only our view of the future but our sense of ourselves. To dream feels reckless and may trigger feelings of sadness and loss. Untethered and uncertain, how do you step into the year ahead? A diagnosis of cancer can also bring clarity to the important aspects of one’s […]

Let’s Talk About It: Ovarian Cancer (Dealing with Cancer Treatment Burnout)

The ongoing nature of cancer treatment, follow-up care, blood work, and side effect management can feel overwhelming over time. Join us January 10th for this discussion as we talk honestly about feelings of cancer treatment burnout, explore strategies for caring for ourselves over the long term, and work together to name what is helpful as […]

Let’s Talk About It: Ovarian Cancer – Setting Goals as Self-Care

When so much of cancer support promotes staying present or taking things “one step at a time” setting goals can feel scary, reckless even. Yet personal goals that are aligned with your values help you stay focused, feel empowered, and experience a stronger sense of control. Join us on Wednesday, December 14th to learn more […]

Let’s Talk About It: Triple Negative Breast Cancer – TNBC “Ask Me Anything” Long-Term Survivorship Panel

There is no “right” way to deal with any cancer diagnosis. Everyone’s journey is unique, but sometimes advice from those who also went through it can help. Join us to hear our three panelists share their stories of going through triple-negative breast cancer and hear about their long-term survival tips. This will be a safe […]

Let’s Talk About It: Ovarian Cancer – Finding “Us” Again – Changes in Relationships After Cancer

A cancer diagnosis doesn’t only affect the person diagnosed. Loved ones also feel the impact and changes in relationships are common. Join us on Wednesday, October 19th as we talk honestly about adjusting to new roles, changes in levels of intimacy, and communication hurdles. Together let’s get curious about what this road might be like […]

Let’s Talk About It: Ovarian Cancer – Living With Uncertainty

Living with uncertainty is one of the harshest realities of a cancer diagnosis. Waiting for scan results or feeling the fear of recurrence are examples of common challenges survivors find difficult to navigate. While it may be unrealistic to think the feeling of uncertainty will completely go away, we discuss strategies to tame the anxiety […]

TNBC Series Part II: Body Image After Surgery for Black Women

Body image issues may not be the most pressing concern at the beginning of a breast cancer journey, but they can dramatically affect quality of life. Triple Negative Breast Cancer (TNBC) has a significant impact on Black women. Since Black skin comes in a multitude of beautiful hues, that means scarring, bruising, burns, and stitches […]

Let’s Talk About It: TNBC – Sexuality and Cancer

Cancer treatments can have serious effects on the mind and body, and can drastically impact sexuality. Although sex after cancer can be complicated, there are tips and tools to help. Dr. Anne Katz, certified sexuality counselor and Clinical Nurse Specialist at CancerCare Manitoba in Winnipeg, Canada, provides information regarding sexual changes that occur during and […]

Let’s Talk About It: Ovarian Cancer – Sick & Tired of Being Sick & Tired

Cancer related fatigue is one of the most challenging treatment related side effects. Your level of cancer related fatigue may vary from day to day or last for extended periods of time. Fatigue can have an impact on our mental and emotional well-being as well.