1 Year after Chemo and Radiation

[@dorothywells-wz5nr]

You a great Mom. Every now and then reward yourself but stay healthy and blessed. Love Doro

[@MarinaBlackford]

Thank you!

[@sandrachavez8916]

God Bless you Marina I’m going through chemotherapy your positive attitude and videos are helping so many of us going through this difficult time Thank you

[@florancedias2630]

All the best Sandra.... God bless you... Me too completed 6 chemotherapy sessions and currently undergoing radiation.. Wish you a speedy recovery...

[@amya9597]

Glad to see you are doing well, you look great! 💕 Love how Easton came into the video to see mom.😍 I had my CT to get me ready for my radiation treatments yesterday, it was good but emotional as I used to be the one giving patients their radiation and now I’m the patient. I’m blessed that I have a good medical team and seeing your videos with your positivity is always uplifting. I agree with you totally…one day at a time, be positive, be mindful of what you eat, but hey…we’re all human. ❤️🥰 Hope you have a great weekend!!

[@rosajimenez6670]

Thank You for sharing! I just ended Chemotherapy, you make me feel “normal” 🦋

[@joanmariediaz7985]

Thank you for your videos. Im on my 6th cycle of Taxol. Watching your videos gives me hope and positivity in life. Live one day at a time. 😊

[@annetterios8789]

Thank you for reminding us to take it "one day at a time." ❤

[@twinklekeller608]

Hello dear you are a surprise!😊 I love the way you made your video. Specific, uplifting and enjoyable. I had a cancer on my left breast with 2 lymph nodes. I had my mastectomy with reconstruction. Now waiting for my oncotype test result. I wish I do not have to undergo with chemotherapy. Radiation is definite, just waiting for my wound to be totally healed and as I say my oncotype test. I’m very scared right now, I hate pains because my tolerance is so low. I wanted to thank you with all your advices and positive outlook. Your Aura is beautiful. I subscribe on your channel and will definitely watch more. Thanks beautiful❤ I hope you had a chance to read this. By doing your videoclips keeps us moving for better life and you are saving emotional and mental depression.

[@MarinaBlackford]

Hi! Thank you so much for your comment! It means the world to me to hear this. I wanted to create a safe, hopeful place for cancer fighters and survivors. I pray you continue to heal!

[@MeganBurmester]

Thanks for keeping it real. And you’re beautiful, girl! I appreciate the information as I’m just beginning this wonderful, excruciating journey. Thank you for showing me that you can thrive during and after breast cancer. Blessings on you and yours. 💜

[@MarinaBlackford]

Thank you! One day at a time and we can do anything! I believe it. ❤️

[@NessChat]

Hi, I’ve just been diagnosed with breast cancer 2 weeks ago …. Also for the second time ! First time double mastectomy this time will need surgery then chemo. Has been great coming across your channel, I too am a very positive person like you , I know I’ll beat this but always good to hear what to expect with chemo etc . Thankyou for sharing , you are the only person I know that has breast cancer twice and you are doing amazingly 🥰

[@MarinaBlackford]

Hi! Thank you for being here! I know exactly what you're going through and I know you can do it again! Be well!

[@jirowmom]

Me too. Left breast in 2013 with lumpectomy and radiation then 5 years of estrogen receptor antagonist. Routine mammogram revealed cancer in the Right breast-almost 10 years to the day of my last diagnosis. I was not offered genetic testing back in 2013, and I wonder now if I could have avoided a second diagnosis if I had opted for a bilateral mastectomy at that time. This time I did have the bilateral mastectomy with tissue expanders placed at that time. I am 10 days post expander exchanges to permanent implants. I’ll tell you, I was absolutely stunned when they told me cancer was back but in opposite side. This has been quite an experience. I will have genetic testing soon, of course. Radiation treatments will begin late this month. Apparently, we’re members of an undesirable elite club. Good luck to you!

[@FaodailCreation]

You hit the nail on the head there. Especially food wise and sugar. Thank you!!!!! Do the best you can, you're such an all star 🌟

[@karenknight9565]

Hi Marina! Little Easton is so cute!! Great video… I find my biggest struggle is worrying about a recurrence. Good advice taking things one day at a time! Hope all is well with you and yours. A big hug for your mom!🌸

[@MarinaBlackford]

Hi Karen! Always good to hear from you! Thank you! Hope you’re well! ❤️

[@estelavasquez5363]

Thank you for this much needed video. 🙏 your courage and strength is so admirable. 💪

[@kisslena]

So great to see you! And the Ethan cameo!💛

[@BLACKQBANQTDC]

Hi Marina. Your videos have helped me a lot to. I was diagnosed 9 months ago went through chemo, lumpectomy and about to start radiation.

[@MarinaBlackford]

Hi! I’m happy to hear they have helped! Keep going. You’re almost done. I hope radiation goes well for you!

[@XasalauraX]

Thank you! My friend has triple negative breast cancer and I’m trying to learn as much as possible about it. You’re very encouraging! 💜

[@MarinaBlackford]

You’re a great friend for helping her! Thank you!

[@eher7675]

Thank you for sharing that really helps us all that have gone through the same situations ❤️

[@sumakiran3751]

Hi Marina...i finished my Chemo finally on 6th....im 2 weeks post Chemo....can't wait for my hair to grow back.. Still i have some 20percent of my hair.. didn't become full bald My Radiation starts from next Tuesday... Thank you so much for being my inspiration through out my Chemo journey..hugs to you dear Marina Blackford..

[@MarinaBlackford]

You’re welcome! I hope you’re doing okay! Heal and be well!

[@sumakiran3751]

@@MarinaBlackford Hi Good morning..I'm doing good. Thank u dear🙏

[@sumakiran3751]

Hi Marina..very Happy to see you healthy..hugs to you dear

[@dianapdolls]

I look forward to every video you make. Thank you for your positive channel. I really need to hear this right now. Take care and bless you.

[@charleneca8112]

Hi Marina! Thank you so much for your videos. I really look forward to hearing about your well being. I am 2 months outside of chemo and am scheduled for bilateral mastectomy with construction as well as lymph node removal next Friday. I know you did a short video about your mastectomy some time ago. As I am closer to mine, I would really like hear more details such as preparation, recovery, level of pain, etc. I have read different things about it and am quite anxious. Actually my biggest fear is the pain of the dye injection for the lymph nodes. The first time I had this 17 years ago, the pain was unbelievable (no anesthesia). This time around my doctor promises that there will be anesthesia🙂. Anyways any tips you can provide would be helpful. Blessings to you and your beautiful family.

[@MarinaBlackford]

Hi Charlene! Great questions. I prepared for mastectomy with having shirts I could button in front, pillows to prop myself up for healing, healthy snacks to take my pain pills with, drank lots of water lost surgery, and planning for physical therapy a month after. You’re right! The lymph node dye is awful. It’s stings! They do numb you but that can sting too so ask for a numbing cream to put in the skin an hour before. It’s goes fast. You can do it! Prayers for you!

[@donamaytauro-pc1fj]

Happy that your better now... i also have BRCA 1st diagnosis was july 2022 and finish my treatmenrlt last March 2023... then after 4 months... i have BRCA again... be having radiation this october and its nice watching your journey and giving tips as well...

[@MarinaBlackford]

Thank for you for watching! ❤️

[@eileendoherty2836]

marina You are looking great thank you for sharing your journey 👏👏🤗🤗❤️❤️🙏🙏🙏

[@MarinaBlackford]

Thank you! ❤️

[@pamelakrueger7353]

You look great by the way!!!

[@MarinaBlackford]

Thank you!

[@nprice436]

God bless you thx for sharing

[@MarinaBlackford]

Thanks for watching ❤️

[@samanthap9730]

Hello Marina, I was diagnosed with noninvasive ductal carcinoma triple negative stage 3 last year. I am also BRCA positive. I finished chemo and had a double mastectomy. I am now debating whether or not to go through with radiation. Do you have any advice that might make my decision easier? I would really appreciate it. Your videos are so helpful.

[@MarinaBlackford]

Hi Samantha, thank you for being here. I had a similar diagnosis and experience the first time I had cancer. I did not do radiation. It was not recommended since I had removed all of my tissue and had the pathology come back clear. I have no regrets on not doing radiation the first time. I guess it would depend on what your doctor is suggesting and why. Ask all your questions. I did radiation after my second cancer journey because of my recurrence in such high risk.

[@lifeofatruckermomfrmtherez3222]

I'm currently doing my chemo I have 2 more rounds then talk about what's the next thing .. so happy chemo near the end

[@MarinaBlackford]

I’m so happy you only have two chemo left too! That’s great news!

[@dorothywells-wz5nr]

You are so kind and I am about to do Chemo and radiation .You give mr hope. Pticeless. THANKS D

[@MarinaBlackford]

Hi! Oh good! I hope you do well!

[@annk3372]

I have my second radiation consult this Friday. 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@MarinaBlackford]

I hope everything goes well for you!

[@pamelakrueger7353]

I am on round 2 of breast cancer. Double mastectomy 1st time. This 2nd time found a lump in about same place as yours almost under the arm. This time I'm doing chemo....4 treatments total. About to have 2nd one...Taxol combined with another. Thereafter will have radiation. Most likely m-f for 4 to 5 weeks. How did you find the radiation after the chemo? Did cause alot of fatigue? Any other side affects besides skin being red and tender? You are an amazing woman!!!!

[@MarinaBlackford]

Hi! We had similar experiences it sounds like. Radiation was easier than chemo for me. Radiation therapy is quick like 20 minute appointments and no redness or burning til after week 2. I used lots of aloe and ointment and that helped. I did 30 sessions and had skin irritation and some pain at the end. I had fatigue but still not as bad as chemo. I hope all goes well for you!

[@peachycheeks4394]

Thank you for sharing. Just found your channel.

[@MarinaBlackford]

Welcome! Thank you for being here!

[@nicoledlund1643]

Thank you.for your videos.. huge help!

[@christineamara395]

Congratulation

[@florancedias2630]

Hey... Beautiful... I have my second chemo session on 17th Jan...at times I do feel really emotional as I just want to bounce back.. to the life I had before being diagnosed with Stage 2 breast cancer.. A day after my 50th Bday on 21/11/22...ONE DY AT A TIME... Is what I am taking.. Dear...

[@MarinaBlackford]

Hi! Yes, I feel you! You should feel that but then know life is always changing. If you can try to accept where you are I find it’s more peaceful than fighting the change.

[@KS-op5hb]

how is your implant post rads 1 year ? also, not to be too in your business but if you are done w/ child bearing may I ask, did you or are you planning on a hysterectomy due to the BRCA?

[@MarinaBlackford]

My implant is doing well after radiation. Not much hardening. I had a hysterectomy 3 months after radiation due to being BRCA and I am done having children.

[@KS-op5hb]

thank you for sharing this information. Sadly, I too will need a huyterectomy due to a mutation.Ill search to see your videos on this..thx Sadly, our journeys are very similar...may neither of us face a third round of cancer@@MarinaBlackford

[@dorothywells-wz5nr]

Saw your video about foods you use and feed your family. I hope you feed them steak,potatoes,salad etc, as only you are the patient, Love Doro

[@MarinaBlackford]

We are a pretty normal family I think. My focus is on buying organic and helping them make better choices than junk food all the time. We eat a variety of food. I do too. I don’t crave sweets but we played the “Candyland” board game tonight and awarded ourselves with chocolate chips and mini marshmallows. It was a blast. 😊

[@pamelakrueger7353]

Hi Marina! This is sort of off topic but re chemo curls....in your experience how long does it take to get rid of chemo curls. Any secret to speeding up getting rid of the curls back to your normal hair.

[@MarinaBlackford]

Hi Pamela! I still have chemo curls if I don’t straighten my hair after blow drying. So I feel like it gets less as the hair grows out more if the curls are not “tight curls”. But I definitely still have to flat iron it. I hope that helps.

[@swethureddy8391]

I had tnbc …did you go through immunotherapy?

[@MarinaBlackford]

I did not. I had chemo and a double mastectomy, then chemo again and radiation the second time.

[@JoseBriones-ww5vu]

Hi.... chemo is painful?

[@MarinaBlackford]

Hi! It is not painful. The effects are hard, fatigue, nausea and hair loss. All symptoms can be managed and do get better.

[@florancedias2630]

Hi Sweet Marina... You are stunning