Chemotherapy is a word that strikes fear in most of our hearts. We’ve seen the movies and heard such horrible stories about undergoing this difficult treatment for a disease that could very well kill us. I underwent chemo for breast cancer and know that, in some cases, the cancer isn’t hard … it isn’t painful … it doesn’t make us …
If your mother had breast cancer, you have an increased chance of developing it yourself. Knowing your family history, understanding your personal risk, getting appropriate screening tests and making lifestyle choices are important steps toward good breast health, according to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. “If breast cancer runs in your family, understanding your risk and how to …
This is our own Coca-Cola-spiked riff off a hot street food trend. Korean tacos combine two cultures in one tortilla and taste deliciously savory, sweet and slightly pungent, all at once.
Because we can… Coca-Cola Fudge! A decadently sweet and delicious Coca-Cola fudge to be exact! This irresistible fudge is sure to be a hit. The great thing about this recipe is it’s made in a 9×13 baking dish so you’re going to have a TON of fudge!
Chemotherapy is a word that strikes fear in most of our hearts. We’ve seen the movies and heard such horrible stories …
If your mother had breast cancer, you have an increased chance of developing it yourself. Knowing your family history, under…
This year almost 1.4 million South Africans will hear the words “You’ve got cancer,” and in an instant the…
South Africa’s loved cream liqueur, Strawberry Lips, has dialled up the pink in a big way this October for Breast Cancer Awa…
A breast cancer diagnosis can be devastating news to receive for anyone, no matter their age, financial status, or even gend…
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While many kids are lucky enough to become the best of friends with their siblings, it’s common for brothers and sisters to fight. Often, sibling rivalry starts even before the second child is born, and continues as the kids grow and compete for everything from toys to attention. As kids reach different stages of development, their evolving needs can significantly …
I was never the girl who dreamt of having a big wedding, or a wedding at all for that matter. My parents didn’t have money for theirs, so they eloped in a backyard – and I always found that idea to be endearing.
Getting engaged and planning a wedding is a time to celebrate your love and commitment. But as exciting and meaningful as it is, it’s also stressful. This can be hard to make sense of, especially since so few people are open about how difficult it can be. There’s an expectation that it will be the happiest time in your life. …
When the pregnancy test comes back positive, you’ve begun a life-altering journey. As the baby grows and changes through each stage of pregnancy, you go through changes, too: in your body, emotions, and lifestyle. But when you’re pregnant, everyone from your mother-in-law to strangers on the bus seem super-eager to share totally unasked for advice, opinions, and labor horror stories with you. At …
With little to no time on your hands, dating can seem an impossible task …
We’ve all heard that laughter is the best medicine, and it’s true. Laughter relieves …
