Ep. 137 – Preparing for & Healing After Surgeries & Scans

Thrive Through and Beyond Cancer · Sep 1, 2026 · 24m

There's more you can do.

When your child needs a scan or surgery, most of your attention naturally goes toward the procedure itself. You're thinking about the results, what the doctors will find, and simply getting through it.

But what about supporting their body through the process?

In this episode, I'm sharing what you can consider before, during, and after scans and surgeries to help prepare the body and support recovery. We'll talk about the differences between CT scans and MRIs, contrast exposure, hydration and drainage support, and practical ways to think about recovery after imaging…