Carboplatin and taxol

Sorry @MaryB83 - I haven't had this one although am having AC-T (4 x 3 weekly AC followed by 12 x weekly taxol).  My experience is make sure you have someone to drive you and be there to assist if you need it.  You may want reading material but I've never been able to focus much.  Headphones - podcasts or music on your phone.
Are you having a port?  While I hate mine, I am very glad I've got it as it saves the veins a lot of trauma.  Although with 8 cycles it may not be deemed necessary.  The AC drug is very hard on the veins.

I am getting a port but not until the 2nd cycle. Was thinking maybe I should buy an iPad? I've never been good at staying still so the thought of sitting for ages is a bit daunting. They told me the first session I will be there up to 5 hours! Then normally 2-3hours

If you like watching tv shows and movies then an tablet is a good idea. You can watch Netflix, Stan etc on it if you have an account. Magazines rather than books can be a good idea if you'd rather turn some pages. Most people find the concentration required for a book a bit beyond them. Music, meditation, podcasts, radio are all good. It all depends on your tastes. I was on a different chemo and was allergic to it so I was dosed up on Phenergan each time. I texted with friends until it hit me and put me to sleep. The nurses pulled a curtain round me and woke me up when the chemo was finished! Initially my sessions were six and a half hours because I had the cold cap but when I gave up on that they dropped to 3 - 3.5. I never asked anyone to come with me; too much of a time soak. Do what you think you'd like and take it from there. I'd strongly suggest for the first one at least that you have someone drive you and pick you up. After that you'll know what you're capable of. When do you start?

I start Thursday. I put it back a bit in the hope I'll be well enough to go with my boys to their footy on Saturday

Hope you can Mary. K xox

Hi MaryB83 I had the same treatment as you did the AC first every 2 weeks for 4 cycles  then on to taxol and stated carbo in the 4th  dose of the weekly taxol. Its doable but can be a a tough  but you will get through it.  Take care

Thanks @smokie08 

So I start my chemo tomorrow. Super nervous.  Still can't believe it's real!

You'll be right Mary. Lots of folk here have done it and made it through. It's not fun but it's rarely as bad as we think it's going to be. They've got good meds for most side effects. Remember to be kind to yourself, accept all offers of help, go for a walk most days (it helps lessen side effects), drink plenty of water and eat as healthy a diet as you can manage. We're here for you, holding your hand as you go. We've got you, and you've got this! K xox

Thanks @kmakm I needed to hear that. All my friends and family are saying the same thing, but it's easier to believe coming from someone who's been there (or is still there)!