It is heartbreaking to see a parent to deal with mesothelioma (or any illness for that matter). Some days, as you shoulder functions care, your schedule is feeling a bit monotonous - if not in stone. But Mother's Day, try to adapt your care plan to help your mother feel very special.
1. Help her get her mind off treatment.
A terminal cancer diagnosis is shocking life. There is a good chance that as soon as she got the news from his doctor, his diagnosis was ?? at least to some extent ?? on his mind. To help relax, consider planning a diversion. The following options can help to enjoy a carefree day with you (without requiring too much of it physically)
- Tickets for a movie, play or concert
- Brunch in a cafe in outdoor relaxation
- an afternoon at a local tea room
- a group instruction session for a hobby like cooking, pottery or painting
most of these can be had for under $ 50 ?? a small price to pay for a reprieve from daily worries.
2. Present her with what she can actually use.
Flowers and chocolates are always thoughtful, but a bit banal. This year, go beyond basic Hallmark gifts with something she can actually use.
If his chemotherapy drugs are his struggle with nausea, assemble a gift basket with soothing teas, gourmet crackers and ginger candy. If she mentioned feeling tired, take a relaxation theme ?? an eye mask and lavender aromatherapy candles can help her rest. Take it to the farmer to market his stock healthy fruits and vegetables.
Want to take a little further? Get him a gift card to her favorite complementary therapies. Prepay for yoga or massage therapy to help relax and reap the physical benefits.
3. Cook his favorite meal ?? and freeze the leftovers for when it is too removed for cooking.
This is truly the gift that keeps on giving. Meals such as soups and stews freeze well, and she will love having leftovers ready to defrost whenever she feels drained of treatment.
I do not know what to do? Our recipe for energy bowls now and later is simple, flexible and full of nutrients that fight cancer. For a few more ideas, check out this recipe roundup Cooking Light that offers 17 freezable recipes great.
4. Take time for a heart to heart.
When life gets hectic, it is not always possible to sit down for a cup of tea and a long conversation. Take Mother's Day as a valuable opportunity to relax, enjoy the company of your mother and find out how it really is handling the emotional side of his diagnosis.
Mothers are used to reassure their children, but not the reverse. It may feel ashamed to admit they feel anxious about the future. To help him feel more comfortable opening, try this simple conversation starter:
"Mom, I love you, and you know I want to see you get better Your family is there for you Y.. there are things you're dealing I can help? "
Let her talk, and not the probe. If there is something that she is ready to share, she will.
5. Get the whole family involved.
Many times the shoulders of family members more ?? if not all ?? caregiving duties. If this is the case with your family, use this time to bring everyone up to.
If you care for your mother in his house, asking permission to have the whole family for a meal. While they are there, ask them to look for small ways to help. If everyone covers something small ?? like dishes or yardwork ?? she'll have to enjoy the days of the Mother's Day chores without adding to his stress. And of course, she will cherish the time with his close support system!
Does your family have any traditions Feast mother? If so, do you have plans to fit into your routine care? Let us know in the comments below or on Facebook.
