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Some folks get a metallic taste in their mouths following chemo and it can really affect your ability to eat and get nutrition. Using your regular metal silverware can make it worse so it's nice to have some plastic cutlery on-hand if that becomes an issue for you.   100% Compostable Forks Spoons Knives Cutlery Combo Set - 380 Large Disposable Utensils (7 in.) Eco Friendly Durable and Heat Resistant with Convenient Tray by Ecovita Compost, Disposable Utensils, Disposable Plates, Utensil Set, Disposable Cutlery, Utensils, Biodegradable Products, Cutlery Set
100% Compostable Forks Spoons Knives Cutlery Combo Set - 380 Large Disposable Utensils (7 in.) Eco Friendly Durable and Heat Resistant Alternative to Plastic Silverware with Convenient Tray by Ecovita
Some folks get a metallic taste in their mouths following chemo and it can really affect your ability to eat and get nutrition. Using your regular metal silverware can make it worse so it's nice to have some plastic cutlery on-hand if that becomes an issue for you. 100% Compostable Forks Spoons Knives Cutlery Combo Set - 380 Large Disposable Utensils (7 in.) Eco Friendly Durable and Heat Resistant with Convenient Tray by Ecovita
This is my knock-off Snuggie.  It's lightweight and warm and it's easy to move around the house on my tired days when I need a change in scenery.   I found that I was tired after chemo, but not so tired that I could sleep. This freed up my arms for texting, games, tv, drinking water, and using the computer while still keeping me warm!  PAVILIA Premium Fleece Blanket with Sleeves for Adult Blue Blanket, Flannel Throw, Cotton Blankets, Gray Plaid, Fleece, Wool Blanket, Soft Blankets, Blanket With Arms, Snuggle Blanket
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This is my knock-off Snuggie. It's lightweight and warm and it's easy to move around the house on my tired days when I need a change in scenery. I found that I was tired after chemo, but not so tired that I could sleep. This freed up my arms for texting, games, tv, drinking water, and using the computer while still keeping me warm! PAVILIA Premium Fleece Blanket with Sleeves for Adult
Some folks struggle with dry-mouth following chemo. These or any hard-candy are nice to have around to help with that symptom!  Amazon.com : Lemonhead 150ct Tub - Individually Wrapped : Hard Candy : Grocery & Gourmet Food Snacks, Lemonhead Candy, Sour Candy, Yellow Candy, Candied Lemons, Hard Candy Lollipops, Candy Crush, Candy Recipes, Lemon Head
Lemonhead Hard Lemon Candy, Individually Wrapped, 150 Count Tub
Some folks struggle with dry-mouth following chemo. These or any hard-candy are nice to have around to help with that symptom! Amazon.com : Lemonhead 150ct Tub - Individually Wrapped : Hard Candy : Grocery & Gourmet Food
Some folks struggle with nausea following chemotherapy. Your care-team will get you good meds to help!   These hard candies (or any ginger candy) are the ones that pregnant women use to take the edge off of mild nausea and might be a good fit for you too!   Preggie Pop Drops Plus w/ Vitamin B6, Morning Sickness Relief, 48 Count Pop, Vitamins, Seattle, Pregnancy Safe Products, Sick Remedies, Help With Morning Sickness, Nausea Relief, Health And Beauty, Cures For Morning Sickness
Preggie Pop Drops Plus Fortified with Vitamin B6 - Morning Sickness Relief Fortified with Vitamin B6. Preggie Pops for Relief for Pregnant Women Candy Drops. Sour Raspberry & Sour Lemon 48 Count
Some folks struggle with nausea following chemotherapy. Your care-team will get you good meds to help! These hard candies (or any ginger candy) are the ones that pregnant women use to take the edge off of mild nausea and might be a good fit for you too! Preggie Pop Drops Plus w/ Vitamin B6, Morning Sickness Relief, 48 Count
Water. Water. Water.  You really can't drink enough water following chemotherapy. Flavor with fruit, juices or gatorade!   I was gifted this bottle from Tupperware and found it was great for helping me keep track.  Also, because it is large, I had to get up less frequently to refill. That was so helpful on the tired days! Water, Salsa, Eco Water Bottle, Water Bottle, Water Water, Drink More Water, Canning, Bottle, Gatorade
Large Eco Water Bottles
Water. Water. Water. You really can't drink enough water following chemotherapy. Flavor with fruit, juices or gatorade! I was gifted this bottle from Tupperware and found it was great for helping me keep track. Also, because it is large, I had to get up less frequently to refill. That was so helpful on the tired days!
This is a 10ft phone charging cord. I put these wherever I thought I might be camping out during the tired-days of chemo: the bed, the couch, the recliner, etc.   AmazonBasics Double Braided Nylon Lightning to USB A Cable, Advanced Collection - MFi Certified iPhone Charger - Silver, 10-Foot Usb, Iphone, Smartphone, Charger, Ipad, Ipod Touch, Cell Phone Accessories, Iphone Charger, Ipod Nano
Amazon Basics Double Braided Nylon Lightning to USB Cable, Advanced Collection, MFi Certified Apple iPhone Charger, Silver, 10 Feet
This is a 10ft phone charging cord. I put these wherever I thought I might be camping out during the tired-days of chemo: the bed, the couch, the recliner, etc. AmazonBasics Double Braided Nylon Lightning to USB A Cable, Advanced Collection - MFi Certified iPhone Charger - Silver, 10-Foot
After going home from Chemo, you have some take-home meds to stay on top of. Our family found this helpful so that everyone could make sure I had the meds I needed each day!  AUVON iMedassist Weekly Pill Organizer, BPA Free Travel 7 Day Pill Box Case with Unique Spring Assisted Open Design and Large Compartments to Hold Vitamins, Cod Liver Oil, Supplements and Medication Diy, Design, Tablet Holder, Weekly Pill Organizer, Pill Organizer, Pill Organiser, Weekly Pill Box, Holder, Pill Box Organizer
AUVON Weekly Pill Organizer Arthritis Friendly, BPA Free Travel 7 Day Pill Box Case with Spring Open Design and Large Compartment to Hold Vitamins, Cod Liver Oil, Supplements and Medication
After going home from Chemo, you have some take-home meds to stay on top of. Our family found this helpful so that everyone could make sure I had the meds I needed each day! AUVON iMedassist Weekly Pill Organizer, BPA Free Travel 7 Day Pill Box Case with Unique Spring Assisted Open Design and Large Compartments to Hold Vitamins, Cod Liver Oil, Supplements and Medication
Some folks struggle with diarrhea following chemotherapy. As you determine how your body responds to the meds, this is a great medicine to have on-hand to avoid a pharmacy run!   Imodium Multi-Symptom Gas & Diarrhea Relief Caplets, 42 Count Packaging, Fever Reducer, Relieve Gas, Digestive System, Digestive Health, Sensitive Stomach, Gas Relief, Digestion
Some folks struggle with diarrhea following chemotherapy. As you determine how your body responds to the meds, this is a great medicine to have on-hand to avoid a pharmacy run! Imodium Multi-Symptom Gas & Diarrhea Relief Caplets, 42 Count
Some folks struggle with constipation after chemotherapy. We eventually bought the big bottle but the single-packs are great to have on-hand in the beginning while you see how your body reacts.   MiraLAX Single Dose Sachets, 10 Count Relieve Constipation, Constipation Relief, Uses For Vicks, Doctor Recommended, Vicks Vaporub Uses, Vicks Vaporub
MiraLAX Single Dose Sachets, 10 Count
Some folks struggle with constipation after chemotherapy. We eventually bought the big bottle but the single-packs are great to have on-hand in the beginning while you see how your body reacts. MiraLAX Single Dose Sachets, 10 Count
Some folks struggle with constipation after chemotherapy. If you do, this is good to have on-hand to avoid a pharmacy run!  Colace Regular Strength Stool Softener 100 mg Capsules 60 Count Docusate Sodium Stool Softener for Gentle Dependable Relief C Section Recovery, Pain Medication, Postpartum Recovery, Postpartum Care, Cooling Spray, Pain Relief, Postpartum
Colace Regular Strength Stool Softener 100 mg Capsules 60 Count Docusate Sodium Stool Softener for Gentle Dependable Relief
Some folks struggle with constipation after chemotherapy. If you do, this is good to have on-hand to avoid a pharmacy run! Colace Regular Strength Stool Softener 100 mg Capsules 60 Count Docusate Sodium Stool Softener for Gentle Dependable Relief