What you might find in a Chemogiftbag

Here are a selection of the carefully curated items you’ll find in a Chemogiftbag, to help support anyone undergoing chemotherapy for breast cancer. Our Chemogiftbags are available to those undergoing treatment in the Thames Valley, you can request one here.

Disclaimer: Items in your Chemogiftbag are carefully selected but if you’re unsure about the suitability or safety of an item for you, please seek advice from your Breast Care Team or the professional who’s providing your treatment. Products vary over time, and all items are subject to availability.

Organic Nail Polish Kits

Chemo makes the body highly sensitive to UV rays, so dark nail varnish (we include organic black nail polish, base coat and cuticle oil) may help protect your nails.

Pill Boxes

More than one medication to take? Each at a different time of the day? Then a pill box could be just the thing to keep track of what and when.

Deodorant

Always useful to have. Plastic free, cruelty-free, preservative free and no bigger than a lip balm, PitPutty takes up no room in your bag, and provides a quick freshen up if you need one!

Hand Sanitiser

A handy bag sized hand sanitiser to keep with you while you’re out and about, to help reduce the spread of germs.

Body Wash

A soothing fragrance-free organic body wash, which cleanses without irritation for those with sensitive skin, which yours may become due to chemo.

Moisturiser and Lip Balm

A moisturiser full of healthy ingredients, ideal for sensitive skin and a 100% Petroleum-free, gentle, balm to care for lips naturally. Ideal if you suffer with cracked lips during your treatment.

Toothpaste

Herbal toothpaste containing natural extracts such as chamomile, sage & myrrh, to gently clean your teeth or refresh your mouth.

Soft Bristle Toothbrush

A soft bristle, child's toothbrush as your gums can become sore whilst having chemo - so the softer the tooth brush the better!

Neck Scarf

If you feel the cold, a scarf will help and they can also be an added touch to any head ware used whilst having chemo. A lovely accessory too.

Headwrap

Great for helping you keep the heat in your body, particularly if you suffer from hair loss. They’re nice and soft too!

Socks

Help if your feet get cracked during treatment, they’re soft so not rough to the skin.

Notebooks & Pens

Handy to jot down any info you’re given, so you can refer back to it, note appointment times or even note down questions to ask and particularly useful if you’ve no one to accompany you.

Water Bottle

It’s important to stay hydrated while you’re undergoing chemo, so we include a BPA free water bottle to help.

Tissues

Soft tissues, because chemo can cause a runny nose, which can be exacerbated if you suffer from nasal hair loss.

Wash Cloth

Handmade with love, by one of our illustrious team of crafters, and beautifully soft. Ideal for cleansing sensitive skin.

Puzzle Books & Treats

Great for passing the time while you’re having treatment.

Heart Shaped Cushion

Breast cancer surgery can leave you feeling uncomfortable, so our beautiful handcrafted heart shaped cushions are designed for you to slip under you arm to provide comfort and support.

Lap Blanket

Ideal as during treatment you can feel cold even if it’s hot day outside, our blankets are quilted, knitted or crocheted with love, by our talented crafters.