Hi Peta,
I had my hair cut short, always wanted to see how it would look a difference length and style but didn't want to take the risk I wouldn't like it. I did it and it looked nice , so when it started to fall out it wasn't so much of it and I didn't mind so much. It doesn't take long for it all to go. Make sure you have a hat or beanie to wear as your head will get cold especially in bed. I had lots - my sister never stopped knitting. I got used to no hair and didn't mind that much, it was the chemo that made me really ill but that too passed and now 2 years later my hair is long and thick again. Hope you manage and wish you well xxx