The Stand Up To Cancer Care Package™

This bespoke package was developed because we have regularly been asked to put something together for someone going through cancer. Through our own experience and from talking with others, we know that cancer is intensely personal. Depending on diagnosis, treatment, circumstances and many other factors, what might offer some TLC or practical comfort varies greatly. One person might crave cold things while another can’t stand them; some people might want food as comfort while others lose their appetite; skin can be sensitive, some people feel the cold more and others suffer hot flushes. Some want to use their brain and others want a distraction.

We also know that it’s tough for those alongside the patient, and often friends and family want to look after that person too, so we wanted to make sure the loved ones were included in this package.

The Stand Up To Cancer Care Package has been developed with over forty products to choose from so you can make it right for the recipient. It has been developed in collaboration with Stand Up To Cancer and Don’t Buy Her Flowers are proud to support the charity by making an annual donation to it’s ground breaking research.

With huge thanks especially to Deborah, Emma, Helen and Elizabeth – four brilliant women who took the time to provide insights and really think about the products that they received or wished they had during their own experiences.

Beauty, Skincare and Relaxing products.

These products have been selected because they are gentle on skin that might be sensitive.

• Bentley Organic Moisturising Hand Sanitizer – An antibacterial agent that also leaves skin moisturised and undamaged, and is extra gentle on sensitive skin. (50ml).
• Skin & Tonic Naked Lip Balm; British, organic and comes in an easy-to-use stick for soothing dry lips.
• Skin & Tonic organic Calm Balm; uses Roman Chamomile, Lavender and Calendula oils to help skin and mood in moments of stress (20g).
• Sister & Co Coconut Oil – Gentle, light and absorbant, this product has many uses, including on skin, nails and hair. Packed full of natural anti-oxidants and intensively nourishing fatty acids (60ml).
• Batiste Dry Shampoo – The UK’s number one dry shampoo, and a popular product for anyone unable to wash their hair (200ml).
• Nursem Caring Hand Cream. Developed with nurses to nourish, nurture and protect hands, and gentle on sensitive skin.
• Mum & You – 100% biodegradable baby wipes are made from naturally derived fibres, which breaks down quickly after throwing away, even in landfill conditions

Snacks, Treats and Meals

For ingredients details, see FAQs

• COOK Food Delivery Voucher £35, £55, £75; The recipient chooses from the extensive menu on COOK’s website, selects a delivery slot to suit them and receives delicious meals to the door ready for when they need them. COOK cater for family meals, kids meals and special dietary requirements. As a guide, £35 buys 4-5 meals for two (prices vary depending on the meals chosen).
• Queasy Drops Plus for Dry Mouth and Nausea Relief – Developed by healthcare professionals, Queasy Drops are a natural way to ease a queasy stomach and also help with dry mouth and provide a nice energy boost.
• Smooze Ice Lollies – choose from Simply Coconut or Pink Guava and Coconut; Smooze is a range of all natural ‘freeze at home’ fruit ices made from freshly pressed coconut milk combined with real fruit juices and purees. Free from dairy, gluten, nuts, preservatives and artificial sweeteners.
• Montezuma’s Giant Chocolate Buttons. Choose from Milk Chocolate or Dark Chocolate (180g)
• Cartwright & Butler Biscuits – choose from Demerara Shortbread Rounds or Gluten Free Butter Oat Crumbles (200g)
• Brown Bag Crisps – choose from Sea Salt & Malt Vinegar,Tiger Prawn Chilli & Lime or Oak Smoked Chilli (40g)

Drinks & Refreshments

• Luscombe refreshing soft drinks – choose from Cool Ginger Beer,  Rhubard Crush or Wild Elderflower Bubbly, made with organic fruit.
• Red Wine, Villa Montes Cabernet Sauvignon. 375ml
• White Wine, Villa Montes, Sauvignon Blanc 375ml.
• 2 x Luxury Craft Beers – 1 each of Lost and Grounded’s Hop Hand Fallacy and Wild Beer Co Millionaire Stout (330ml each).
• 2 x Bloom & Fentiman’s Gin – one with tonic, one with rose lemonade (275ml each).
• Thomson & Scott Skinny Prosecco, 20cl.
• Teapigs Tea – choose from Everyday Brew, Lemon & Ginger or Honeybush & Rooibos. Lemon & ginger is good for sickness while Honeybush & Rooibos can be drunk with or without milk. Both Lemon & Ginger and Honeybush & Rooibos are caffiene free (15 temple bags).
• Rave ‘The Italian Job’ Coffee – this blend is roasted just a hint darker with a splash of high quality Robusta. The result is a coffee that punches through milk and delivers a welcomed kick of caffeine.

Entertainment & Stationery

• Luxury Lined A5 Notebook – Perfect bound, 140 page notebook in navy with gold foil print lettering. Exclusively designed for Don’t Buy Her Flowers by Martha Brook.
• Women’s Magazine – choose from Red, Living Etc, Good Housekeeping, Cosmopolitan.
• Men’s Magazine – Empire, GQ, Gardeners’ World, Today’s Golfer, Men’s Health.
• YesMum REBEL Affirmation Cards – when we experience the effects of cancer in our lives, the feelings that manifest can exhaust our minds and hearts to leave us feeling overwhelmed by life’s daily requirements. The yesmum® rebel affirmation cards act as a daily fist bump to help start each day with strength and self-assurance.
• A Book (choose from the following)
  • The Man Who Didn’t Call by Rosie Walsh –A story that will break your heart and put it back together. The perfect novel for anyone who’s ever waited for a phone call that didn’t come
  • All That’s Dead by Stuart Macbride -Inspector Logan McRae is looking forward to a nice simple case – something to ease him back into work after a year off on the sick. But the powers-that-be have other ideas…
  • And The Mountains Echoed by Khaled Hosseini – From the bestselling author of The Kite Runner Khaled Hosseini tells the deeply moving epic of heartache, hope and unbreakable bonds of love
  • The Confessions of Frannie Langton by Sara Collins – A beautiful and haunting tale about one woman’s fight to tell her story.  Leading you into the enthralling heart of Georgian London.
  • Dead at First Sight by Peter James – Roy Grace, creation of the award-winning author Peter James, exposes the dark side of the internet
  • I’m Absolutely Fine! A Manual For Imperfect Women From Annabel Rivkin & Emilile McMeekan of The Midult, offers a wry, heartfelt, edgy look at what it is to be grown up
  • How To Fail by Elizabeth Day – Inspired by her hugely popular podcast, brilliantly funny, painfully honest and insightful celebration of things going wrong
  • F*** You Cancer by Deborah James – How to face the big C, live your life and still be yourself
  • The Book You Wish Your Parents Had Read by Philippa Perry – The vital dos and dont’s of parenting. Renowned psychotherapist Philippa Perry tells us what really matters
  • The Unmumsy Mum A-Z – From bestselling author and massively popular blogger The Unmumsy Mum comes this hilarious, irreverent and searingly candid compendium of parenting experiences. It’s safe to say this is not your average A-Z
  • Reluctant Adult by Katie Kirby – People pleasing, social anxiety, instagram twattery and everything in between. Welcome to adulting!
  • It’s Not OK to Feel Blue (and other lies) by Scarlett Curtis – A collection of inspirational stories and essays from those who have suffered through the worst, and know what it‘s like to fight to feel better
  • The Self-Care Cookbook by Gemma Ogston – Over 60 plant based recipes to boost energy, help sleep and lift moods
  • Where’s My Happy Ending by Anna Whitehouse and Matt Farquharson – Where is ‘happily ever after’? And what do you do once you get there? Anna Whitehouse and Matt Farquharson set out to discover what it takes to make it to forever, by asking our greatest questions about love
  • Grown Ups by Marian Keyes – They’re a happy family. Under the surface, though, conditions are murkier. While some people clash, other people like each other far too much . . A brand-new book from the #1 bestselling author
• Penguin Pocket Sudoku – contains 201 brainteasers, ranging from easy to mind-bogglingly difficult.
• William Morris Colouring Book -over a hundred intricate and iconic wallpaper, textile and embroidery designs.
• Quick Crafts Book: For Parents Who Think They Hate Craft – by Emma Scott-Child
• KeepEmQuiet Activity packs – perfect for helping entertain the kids when a grown up’s energy levels might be low.

Accessories

• One Green Bottle 500ml Stainless Steel Canteen in Flame Orange or Niagara Blue, with Quench Cap and straw so it can be used without leaking in bed as well as on the go.
• 100% Lambswool Blanket in Black & White Leopard Print or Grey & White Chevron with Mustard Trim, 130 x 100cm.
• Love/Strength Necklace – Designed in collaboration with Don’t Buy Her Flowers. 18 carat gold-plated, made from stainless steel, lead and nickel free. Necklace length is approx 18 inches plus 2inches extension.
• Gold plated brass lightning bolt earrings with sterling silver ear post from Cult of Youth
• Large scarf in Grey & White Striped or Grey with Flowers, machine washable.
• Pantherella Cashmere Women’s Socks in Pink or Light Grey.
• Scott-Nichol Merino Wool Women’s Socks in Navy Striped or Old Rose Striped.
• Scott Nichol Men’s Socks in Striped or Chevron Navy, available in 7.5-9.5UK and 10-12UK
• ThermosCafe Zest mug 0,4L in purple or blue.