Jean Campbell
Educator, writer, 2x breast cancer survivor
MY BLOGS
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No Boobs About It
http://www.noboobsaboutit.com/
This blog is about navigating breast cancer and getting on with life. It is about giving hope and reassurance to women and men who are newly diagnosed.
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Can Do Street Blog
http://www.candostreet.com/blog-parents
The Can Do Street Blog features information of interest to parents and teachers of children 3-7 years of age.
LATEST ARTICLES ( 848 )
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Coping with the Changes That Breast Cancer Brings
The biggest change a diagnosis of breast cancer brings is the loss of feeling in control of your life, your body, your future. All of a sudden we are casting... Read more
Posted on 25 March 2011 HEALTH -
You’re Invited to Showcase
The showcase is about adults sharing enrichment activities for young children Read more
Posted on 24 March 2011 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, SCHOOLING -
Eating Well During Cancer Treatment
Eating well during treatment is a challenge! The side effects of chemo and radiation leave many of us with little appetite. If it isn’t nausea or mouth sores... Read more
Posted on 21 March 2011 HEALTH -
Take 25
Take 25 is a preventative program for child safety Read more
Posted on 20 March 2011 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, SCHOOLING -
When You Need a Breast Prosthesis
Yesterday was my annual pick out your new breast prosthesis day at the Underneath It All boutique. In my case, it was pick out breast prostheses as I had a... Read more
Posted on 17 March 2011 HEALTH -
Fostering A Child’s Generosity
begins with the important adults in his or her life; the adults he or she respects, looks up to and wants most to be like. Educators, doctors, psychologists... Read more
Posted on 16 March 2011 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, SCHOOLING -
When You Are Uninsured…Where Can You Get a Mammogram?
So many uninsured women can not afford the cost of an annual mammogram Yet, no woman, whatever her circumstances, can afford not to get a mammogram each year.... Read more
Posted on 13 March 2011 HEALTH -
Eat Healthy with The Very Hungry Caterpillar
Getting Young Children to eat healthy leads to a special edition of The Very Hungary Caterpillar by Eric Carle, being distributed to pediatricians across the... Read more
Posted on 12 March 2011 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, SCHOOLING -
Breast Cancer on a Backdrop of Domestic Abuse
Breast cancer and domestic abuse share the month of October as their awareness month. It is not something we want to think about very much, if at all…women newl... Read more
Posted on 09 March 2011 HEALTH -
Scooter Safety
Kids need to practice scooter safety; accidents are on the rise. Red Ryder Scooter Scooters have stood the test of time, with each generation enjoying scooters... Read more
Posted on 08 March 2011 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, PARENTING, SCHOOLING -
Storytelling…Building Writing Skills One Story at a Time
Storytelling is a key building block for developing writing skills in young children. Storytelling is a key building block for developing writing skills in... Read more
Posted on 04 March 2011 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, SCHOOLING -
3x Survivor Gives Access to Free Mammograms for Uninsured
Amy Young, a three time cancer survivor, founded a nonprofit organization, YES!to Mammograms giving uninsured women in Brevard County, Florida access to free... Read more
Posted on 04 March 2011 HEALTH -
When Choosing a Summer Day Camp for Kids 3-7
It’s about that time again…when parents look for summer camps. For parents who are new to picking a camp, I would like to share what I know about providing a... Read more
Posted on 28 February 2011 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, SCHOOLING -
Boston Bakes for Breast Cancer
I love desserts! I love making them and I love eating them. Chinese restaurants would see much more of me if I could look forward to a moist, freshly baked piec... Read more
Posted on 28 February 2011 HEALTH -
The Kindergarten Check Up
In this post, Denise A. Somsak, MD details the kindergartner’s well visit. Dr. Somsak is a pediatrician and mother with young children. She blogs at... Read more
Posted on 24 February 2011 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, HEALTH, PARENTING, SCHOOLING -
Breast Cancer and Pregnancy
As a patient navigator, I met with young women who had just found out they had breast cancer. Some were pregnant and wanted to know if they could carry their... Read more
Posted on 24 February 2011 HEALTH -
School Bus Safety
The following tips come from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, www.nhtsa.gov, reminding us that young children need frequent reviews about... Read more
Posted on 20 February 2011 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, PARENTING, SCHOOLING -
A 3x Survivor Shares About Standing Up to Cancer
Lynn Roodbol was diagnosed with Stage II breast cancer in 1986 and and early stage colon cancer and skin cancer in 1987. She has been cancer free since then. Read more
Posted on 16 February 2011 HEALTH -
The “Can Do” Street Mall is Now Open!
And all the resources are free for your use! Just go to www.candostreet.com, click on the awning that says, “Can Do” Mall and start exploring the resource... Read more
Posted on 15 February 2011 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, PARENTING, SCHOOLING -
What About This New Study Supporting Less Surgery For Breast Cancer?
The TV and radio news broadcasts and the Internet were all a buzz this past week about a new report that may mean reduced surgery for women with breast cancer. Read more
Posted on 12 February 2011 HEALTH