Second AC, don’t know if I can hack this
had my second AC after almost 2 weeks of feeling pretty normal, now back in the depths of despair, day 6, don’t know how I will get through, feel less than human.
Forum Discussion
- @Sister
- Hello ladies. I have my first ac next tues. Port went in this morning and is currently very uncomfortable so hoping it improves quickly.. also felt like I could feel my heartbeat every now and then when laying still and flat so hope that won’t continue as it is a bit concerning. X-ray confirmed it is in the right spot though so it should be fine. Those with young kids- how are you managing with school runs etc, also am I naive thinking I will be able to work a couple of days a week (likely from home.) chemo nurse seemed to think work isn’t a great idea but oncologist encouraged me to do what I can.. I guess it is just a wait and see situation like most of this stuff seems to be...
- @Marketta, when I started neoadjuvant chemo there seemed to be very few others doing it. Now it's becoming much more common & people are much more aware. I really struggled with the lack of support at the time. Always happy to answer question.
Take care,
Lyn - @irb_03 chemo first! Neo adjevent chemo
- No problem @Marketta. We "old hands" are here to provide whatever support we can.
Is chemo the first part of your treatment? - Hi @irb_03 I started a meal train plus and I have the my journey kit, I did not know about the young women with BC so thank you for that!
Thank you for responding - Hi @Marketta, like @jennyss I don't have children, & am older, but everyone responds differently to chemo, & you won't know how until you start. Luckily my chemo is now a fairly distant memory , finished 2 1/2 years ago.
A couple of things, though. Have you ordered/ received your My Journey kit?
Are you aware that their is a Young Women with BC group on here?
Lastly, when having chemo, friends and family will want to help. Accept the offers. Maybe have a list of things you need help with, so if someone asks "how can I help?" you have a few things to suggest.
As a mother, I'm sure you'll want to keep things as "normal" as possible for the kids. Just think about whether there is someone you would trust to help out by taking yoyr daughter to school occasionally. There mey be occasions when you just don't feel up to it, and having a backup plan is a good idea
Take care - Hi
I have just had number 4 AC, and started this post, which lots of people responded to and it really helped me, be kind to your self.
I had 2 weeks of normal where I worked, and 1 week of degrees of yukky, which I had to ride though.
My kids are older ( 13, 11) so are pretty self sufficient.
Have some meals prepared in advance, in the freezer, and call on friends for favours etc, accept meals , I think everyone is different with side effects, I just felt so tired . I went for walks nearly everyday, which helped. Had lots of smoothies when I couldn’t eat much!
good luck, I made it though and so will you!!! - Dear @Marketta, I'm an oldy (64), and not a parent, so I'd like to wish you all the best for your AC and managing family life. I know some of the lovely young network members will have heaps of practical hints and support for you.
- Hi I’m 36, 2 kids (2&5) I’v got my uncomfortable port in place and I start my AC Wednesday! Not knowing is horrible, reading side effects and comments on the struggle I’m yet to face for the next 3 months (for the first part) is a dawn ting reality of my life to come. Am I nieve to think I’ll be able to drop my daughter at school and pick her up and care for my son in between? My husband works, I’m off for 12 months, how do other young mothers do it? I know I need to focus on myself and just getting through the days but it’s hard when your a young Mum! Worried about struggling more than I anticipate!
