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Helping My Neighbor Prepare for Mastectomy Recovery

SG

Community Member

3 years ago

Hi all! Unfortunately I just got word that my old neighbor was diagnosed with breast cancer and she is scheduled for a bilateral mastectomy in a couple of weeks. I had a lumpectomy so am wondering if anyone could share a list of things that really helped them with mastectomy recovery so I can start gathering them for her. She’s a single mom. 😔

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What a thoughtful way to support someone during such a challenging time. Many community members have shared that comfortable button-front tops, soft pillows for positioning, and items for easy meal preparation can make a real difference during recovery. Consider reaching out to others here who may have specific suggestions based on their experiences - this community is full of caring people who understand the journey and often have practical tips to share.

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JM

Community Member

6 months ago

AnaOno has some really wonderful things and they helped me get insurance to cover items!

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CA

Community Member

2 months ago

What a thoughtful way to support someone during such a challenging time. Many community members have shared that comfortable button-front tops, soft pillows for positioning, and items for easy meal preparation can make a real difference during recovery. Consider reaching out to others here who may have specific suggestions based on their experiences - this community is full of caring people who understand the journey and often have practical tips to share.

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