Triple Negative Breast cancer (TNBC) - 2 year cancerversary update

Just a quick update on whats going on with my cancer treatment, my breast reconstruction surgeries and life after cancer treatment.

[@lindakay1700]

You’ve inspired me greatly! I’m three weeks in on my chemo. Same diagnosis Triple Negative Bone Mets. God bless you beautiful lady!! ♥️ I’d LOVE to hear from you in an update!!

[@KDBendel]

You are the biggest inspiration. I was told earlier this month that my lump was triple negative and that the next step was chemo therapy. It is devastating news. I was so depressed and helpless... but then I found your first video and you completely changed my view! I started feeling like I wasn’t alone and stopped thinking “why me? I’m so young, this isn’t fair” I got so excited to have fun hair that I went on amazon and bought two really fun wigs! I seriously can’t ever thank you enough for sharing your story. You helped me so much. I start chemo on sept 3rd but I know I’ll get through it. Thank you from the bottom of my heart!

[@gettingwiggywithit3500]

Kristina Bendel what a really lovely message to receive - that’s made my year 😁 I’m not going to lie and say it’s easy - it’s the hardest thing I’ve ever had to do. And you will have your dark days, days where you’ve just had enough of test and hospitals and being bald and sick. But amongst all the crap, I still tried to live my life as best I could. I still went to the pub, out for dinner, saw friends, went away. Chemo goes in cycles - you feel crap for a week, then you’re susceptible to infection for a week, then you have a good week of feeling back to normal. Make the most of your good week - I always got my nails done that week as my little treat for making it through. Best of luck with your chemo darlin. You’ll smash it xxxx

[@jackiepacey1956]

Love watching you give a clear, warm and positive up to date account of your journey. Can’t quite believe it’s been two years since your diagnosis. Looking forward to seeing you soon xx

[@roxie5273]

Congratulations! I hope for only the best for you!

[@galiahaiun8092]

God you’re absolute perfection. I’m sending you love and good health. You’re incredibly beautiful inside and out.

[@Vanessa1234620]

So glad...i believe you will be blessed with a long, and happy life.

[@alilunique8779]

It is inspiring to see you looking so great 2 years later! I am going through chemo now with reconstruction surgery and radiation to come.

[@susanhenderson5599]

OMG you look amazing,well done to you!I am just going to have my last round of chemo beginning of Sept and I cant wait for it t be over and get back to work.I also cant wait to have my reconstruction and have a pair again.New Boobs New hair I can't wait.Look forward to your next update.xxx

[@yvettedunn4646]

Thank you so much for sharing your story, it has helped me understand my 29 year old nieces journey that is just beginning. She will follow the same path as you and you sharing has so helped me to understand.

[@gettingwiggywithit3500]

Yvette Dunn hi 👋🏻 thank you for your comment. Best of luck to your niece - from experience it’s almost harder watching someone you love go through it than it is being the patient - prepare to feel useless and out of control. I hated watching my momma going through chemo. Your niece will have good days and bad - just be there to celebrate the good days and cheer her up on the bad. Best of luck to you all 💕💕

[@coofay1]

I got my diagnosis Jan 23 this year , oh yes Paula that’s Cancer. 3 cm growth . Stage 2 type B . I’ve had 3 surgeries in 2 week , port catherta installed and ready to start Chemo in 3 weeks . Thankyou I watched some of your videos and I have to say they’ve helped me a lot . Thankyou for your honest story . Loving your hair too by the way ❤️

[@sadyechilton9344]

I found all your videos very helpful. I hope you’re doing ok. Thanks for sharing your story

[@endugrg3251]

I was so happy to see ur videos back again. Good luck for next surgery and hopefully it is the last one. Have you or are you following any particular diet or avoiding any kinds of food during your journey. Thank you. Take care

[@oliviaacosta6239]

You are so amazing. You are an inspiration to others. You look so beautiful.

[@gettingwiggywithit3500]

Olivua Acosta 🥰 thank you xx

[@daniellestewart3573]

you look amazing, it would be sooo helpful if you could do another video around reconstruction as this is an area that's so difficult to find videos on. x

[@Andrea-hu9vk]

You look beautiful. Glad to hear that you are good. May God bless you.

[@subi1677]

You look well. I hope your surgery is indeed your last one and that you have a speedy recovery.

[@Marilinaa]

You look fantastic, your hair is beautiful!

[@janinemitchell9546]

You look so great! I am just about to have my first 3 month onco follow-up....you give me hope there is life after cancer. You spoke about insurance, interested to hear more about this challenge post-cancer. Also any post-chemo side effects you are still dealing with.

[@dominiquecote1838]

Great seeing you again . I saw photos of your trip to Canada via IG . I’m Canadian and have never been out West . I’m approaching my 2 years Since Dx Feb 22 2018 . My journey is a lot like yours. TNBC Stage 2A , negative nodes , had chemo before DMX and reconstruction, achieved PCR . No radiation. I had my exchange surgery in June and later on will probably have some fat grafting done just to make the implants look more natural . I also have a son and am Brca1. My mom died many years ago . Good news though my 2 other sisters tested negative . Our stories are strangely similar except that I’m 52 and will be undergoing a full preventative hysterectomy in October . It’s hard living with that dark cloud . I have my moments . Any tips on how you deal with the anxiety? I worry about my son as well . Hope we both reach that 5 year mark . Your hair looks great . I’m keeping mine short .

[@claudiaabadia9300]

You look absolutely gorgeous. Congratulations.... I am a stomach cancer survivor. It is very hard for me to gain weight... something I never had problem with. I was heavy one with curves.... now I am 105 lbs and wishing for at least a 115lbs... keep healthy. 💖

[@csc1641]

I have 5 chemo out of 8 finished. 4 A/C and 4 Taxol. I will be finished mid-July. Trying to hang in there tho. Taxol is kicking my butt. Survived A/C with just stomach issues. I can't wait until a year from now when I have my hair back and I look normal again. A new normal. I have triple negative. Surgery in mid-August with no reconstruction.

[@gettingwiggywithit3500]

Cheryl Smith I had doxetaxol and it kicked my butt too. Xx drink lots of coconut water in the week before your chemo - it helps get your white blood cells back up xx

[@stephp7778]

Your hair looks gorgeous

[@nykka3]

You look great!

[@abbasghorbani1878]

I wish long live for you :)

[@geogarcia7655]

Thank you for sharing, gives me hope. I got diagnosed with TN in December. Gonna start my first of 12 taxol tomorrow. A bit nervous since my last chemo really took a toll on me (red devil). Continued blessings to you. You look great.

[@gettingwiggywithit3500]

Geo Garcia the Red Devil!! It still makes me feel sick when I think of those huge red syringes 🤮🤮 I wish you all the luck in the world. Drink lots and lots of coconut water to keep your white blood count high (that was a tip from my chemo nurse). And please stay safe with this virus around xx

[@Andrea-hu9vk]

Coconut water. I have never heard of that, but thanks for the tip. I have 5 more taxol treatments, and my count is getting low

[@geogarcia7655]

@@Andrea-hu9vk Hi Andrea I hope you're doing good 🙏I finished my taxol a little over a week ago so I think we're almost on the same time lines. Were you also diagnosed with TN?

[@Andrea-hu9vk]

@@geogarcia7655 yes. I had my surgery , a lumpectomy on June 2nd. All clear. No more cancer. I will have to do radiation . But hang in there. And keep your faith in God. There is light through all of this that we are enduring.

[@geogarcia7655]

@@Andrea-hu9vk That is great news!! I'm so happy for you! I have my lumpectomy in 2 weeks and I'll also be going through radiation. Keep safe and well. Thank you for your words and God bless you.

[@acac7186]

So glad to see you doing great God bless you! What stage were you when diagnosed?

[@gettingwiggywithit3500]

AC AC stage 3b - my tumour was smallish (2.5cm) but had invaded my chest wall xx

[@acac7186]

Nikki Kirsten I see and your treatment did you take AC 4 rounds?

[@combatcancerveganseafoodsa8782]

🌸 🙏

[@yvettedunn4646]

I absolutely love your short hair... it suits your beautiful face.

[@sunshine-ph7wi]

you look amazing...your hair is great, and the colour...i m going through chemo, taxol...i wish you are done for good with cancer and you can go on with your life...

[@bobs1356]

Its been a long time and no update. Is she still cancer fre

[@nykka3]

Any tips for coping with radiation treatment? I’m currently going through chemo (CT x 6 cycles) and then I have surgery and radiation next.

[@gettingwiggywithit3500]

nykka3 hi 👋🏻 I opted not to have radiotherapy - the doctor said it would only improve my outcomes by 1-2% so for me it didn’t seem worth it. Xx

[@nykka3]

Nikki Kimbell ok thank you for replying

[@Marilinaa]

Hi, I had radiation treatment last year for 8 weeks. Everyone is different, so it is hard to say what will happen. I found that the hardest part was just that it was daily. The treatment itself didn't hurt at all. The people doing the treatment were amazing and they played music during the treatment. My advice is to treat yourself to something special each day while you go through treatment. Remember what a good thing you are doing for yourself by getting radiation. It will all be over before you know it. Best wishes!

[@nykka3]

Marilinaa thank you for posting a reply.

[@Marilinaa]

@@nykka3 Good luck! You will be on the other side of this all soon and back to enjoying life. Sending you good wishes.

[@johainahestores1234]

You hadd a HAirrr!😍😍

[@adrianamishinska447]

Dear Nikki, are you sticking to some health diet? Are you allowed to eat meat, eggs, milk and other animal fats? Thank you in advance!

[@gettingwiggywithit3500]

Adriana Mishinska I haven’t restricted my diet at all really. Although I try to steer clear of processed foods and dairy as much as possible.

[@angamor977]

Why not post a daily diet and exercise routine ,how you re gained strength post Chemotherapy. Thank you , you look lovely

[@gettingwiggywithit3500]

Angie Ruiz well I’ve regained the weight I lost during lockdown 🤦🏻‍♀️🤦🏻‍♀️ but maybe this might be the best time to start recording an exercise video!! X

[@angamor977]

@@gettingwiggywithit3500 Hi Nikki I just watched another one of your videos and realised that you dont like to talk about your diet, no problem, my focus as a person currently hoing through Chemotherapy is how to regain strength Ive seen a few people who talk about being week even after treatment, so I was just wondering if you have any tips on strength building post treatment. Sorry if I offended you in any way, not my imtention thank you

[@gettingwiggywithit3500]

Angie Ruiz not at all. 😘😘 I don’t talk about diet only because I made no changes during or after chemo. I ate what I felt like eating, although I tend to eat quite “clean” anyway. The one thing that helped me was eating quite a bit of protein - lots of beans, pulses, nuts and Icelandic yogurt (high in protein- low in fat!) But during chemo my taste went funny, so I often craved salty foods. I just ate what my body told me it needed xxx