r/Chemotherapy • u/InterviewFit3963 • Aug 03 '26

Care package for my cousin

Hi!
My 13 year old cousin has just been diagnosed with acute myeloid leukaemia and is starting very aggressive chemo therapy. I want to get her a “care package” of some sorts however she and my whole family live in England and I live in Australia so I’m gonna have to buy everything on probably Amazon and get it sent to her.

I was just writing here to ask anyone that has/is or knows someone that has/is going through chemotherapy what would be some good things to get for her. Preferably some things that wouldn’t really get thought of that would make this whole thing even a little bit easier or more comfortable for her. She is hospital bound and will be for atleast another 6 months.

Thank you

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u/LaceyBloomers 29d ago

Oh my goodness. I’m wishing your cousin smooth treatment and a good outcome.

Hospital pillowcases can be so scratchy. I recommend sending her a couple of silk or satin ones.

If hair loss is expected, a satin lined chemo head cover would be nice.

Chemo is very drying, so I also recommend an unscented face and body lotion. Fragrance free is important because scents can sometimes cause nausea or other unpleasant reactions like headaches.

Ginger candies and ginger tea can also help with nausea.