Latest Update 11/02/25

It’s been a topsy turvy couple of months. They cancelled my last couple of chemo’s due to toxicity, due to nails detaching. So had the PICC line removed at Christmas which was nice. And restarted immunotherapy on its own mid January, however, my CA125 tumour markers have started to rise again. They’ve given it 3 weeks to see if they rise again which they have done, so now I’ve had new CT scans (4 week wait) and an iron infusion since that is very low. I’m doing well in myself, although still got to find a job, but it’s hard when you don’t know what your future is. Hair is starting to grow back, although completely grey/white, really hoping more chemotherapy isn’t on the cards but seems like a long term remission isn’t on the cards for most Stage 4 Ovarian Cancer patients and it’s a constant battle from one fight to the next. I’ll keep doing my utmost to battle it nonetheless.

Latest Update 09/12/25

New profile photo with my wig!

It’s been some delay as was waiting for delayed midway scan results and chemo has been hitting much harder since Round 4. I lost all my hair and braved the shave rather than look like an extra from The Walking Dead! So now bald as a billiard ball and living 24/7 in beanie hats.

Still managing most chemo side effects well, although have had to have a couple of blood transfusions in order to bring haemoglobin back up and now fingernails detaching from nail beds which is a painful experience but what can you do. Otherwise still doing well and battling hard. Did have chemo delayed a couple of weeks ago due to an infection so just finished Round 5 and am writing this whilst having the first Round 6 chemo which is number 16/18 and barring any more delays last chemo should be 23rd Dec. I’m hoping to keep to that as would be a nice Christmas present having the PICC line removed and ringing that bell…

So the good news, my tumour markers are back to normal from 3200 to 20 and I got the midway scan results last Friday, so these were scans taken after Round 3, very stressful waiting and the most I was hoping for was no further spread and that the tumours on my stomach and large bowel had reduced. Well, news couldn’t be better!! No visible sign of cancer, so basically no tumours the surgery and chemo has done its job. I’ve still got the final round of chemo and need to have 3-weekly immunotherapy until middle of August 2026 so that the aim is to kill off any remaining cells floating around my body and ensure that any damaged cells can’t repair themselves. So very happy with this news and aim to really celebrate this Christmas.

I am now unemployed since parting ways by mutual agreement with my former employer, so between Macmillan Nurses helping me get some benefits and the good news so that I can actively start job hunting again sometime in the New Year I just wanted to say a huge thank you to everyone who donated and shared the GoFundMe to help me during this difficult time, not having that financial worry was invaluable for me and allowed me to supplement the half sick pay I was on before the employment ended. So no more donations required but I want to keep updating people at least until Christmas so everyone can see me ring the bell!❤️

So again, thank you all for your positive thoughts, support, donations and whilst I’ve got no guarantees for the future as to whether the cancer will return, I’m in a much better position and ultimately we all live each day not knowing if anything might happen to us. So live every day like it might be your last, and learn from your mistakes. I certainly will be living life, instead of giving everything to work!

Update from Natalie - 02/10/25

Well today is my birthday , I won’t lie that at the back of your mind is always will I make my next birthday but I’m battling hard and wish to continue thanking everyone for donating or sharing the link as I’m in half pay now and by mid November will have no pay and likely no job as they are getting rid of all of us! 2025 has been a pretty rubbish year all round!.

Anyway, I’ve had 7/18 chemo sessions now, lost most of my hair but am doing well am tolerating the side effects for the most part and the cancer markers are coming down which is positive news. I’ll have scans at end of October and we’ll see what everything is doing. I’ll be scared silly but positive thoughts. Please continue to share the link amongst your network of friends and family, every little bit helps.❤️

Update from Natalie - 03/09/25

A continued thank you to everyone who’s donated or shared the link, it’s heart-warming the support I’ve received including from people I’ve never met!

I finished Round 1 of my chemo this week, and start Round 2 next week which will be a big one as the first chemo of round 2 will be three different drugs, I’m hoping the side effects aren’t too bad. I’ve managed the side effects quite well this past week or so and even decided to do one last dye job on my hair…whilst I still have it! I pick up my new wig this week, probably won’t have a photo shoot until I lose my hair and the wig will fit properly but will post a picture when able.

It’s amazing how life has slowed down when not working, I do miss working and seeing all my team as it would be a good distraction and now the week is long waiting for each new chemo but I’m sure Christmas will appear around the corner and I’ll wonder where the months have gone.

Thanks again for all the kind donations, positive thoughts and messages. Please keep sharing the link if you can, it’s much appreciated.

Update from Natalie - 22/08/25

I just wanted to thank everyone for their generosity, it’s been heartwarming to say the least and can I ask that people continue to share the link if possible?

I had my first chemo session this week and very proud that the day before I managed to get back to my pre-surgery fitness level despite all the complications with a 2.5 hour dog walk, with one of my besties Christopher! Which set me up for a good first chemo day, now I just have to manage the negative side effects each week but I’m ready to battle hard and get through the next 18 weeks.

Thanks again for all the cards, gifts, emails and texts spreading positivity, kind thoughts & prayers, it has been humbling. I know many have expressed a desire to visit or meet up but unfortunately with the chemo I’m now immunocompromised so no crowds, constant hand washing & keeping clear of people - my own COVID Lockdown 3.0 but without the supermarket queues or lack of toilet roll. But please keep in contact, even if it’s just to gossip or tell me what’s going on beyond my own battles. ❤️ Love to all and I’m hoping Christmas 2025 will be a time of celebration and my chance to ring the cancer free end of chemo bell .

Original Post -

My name is Kathryn, I’m privileged to be one of Natalie’s many friends. This is her story:

“Pretty much all of my life I have enjoyed being an independent person who likes to help others, never really needing to ask for help for myself. But now I am having to change that and ask for help.

A few months ago I was diagnosed with advanced Ovarian Cancer. I had extensive surgery in July due to it having spread but post-op recovery has not gone smoothly after I developed a collapsed lung because the cancer had spread to my chest (which has not been easy to hear).

I am about to commence 18 weeks of chemotherapy and doctors feel that I cannot return to work, which had been my intention after surgery. I will soon exhaust work sick pay and any benefits that I may be able to claim down the line will not cover my mortgage and bills and so my primary worry is finances instead of fighting this horrible disease.

So some friends created this Go Fund Me page and I would appreciate anyone making a donation and passing on the link. I hate to be in this position having to ask for help, but I really need it after having my life turned around and everyone’s continuous positive thoughts and prayers are appreciated.

I just want to beat this disease and return to some sort of normality, going to work, walking the dogs and living a quiet mundane life until retirement…thank you”

Natalie has been a great friend to us, dropping everything in emergencies to help out in challenging times always putting other people before herself even if this caused her an inconvenience.

I hear many stories of friends, colleagues and staff that she has helped at work, sorting out any issues or giving advice be it work related, personal and giving emotional support 24/7. This is just one part of Natalie’s selfless character.

It goes without saying that Natalie is kind, selfless, compassionate and has the highest authenticity. Everyone who knows Natalie can testify to this but nonetheless this is our call to action, Nat needs our help.

We are looking for donations to support her whilst she can’t work. Please find it in your heart to give a donation any amount would be appreciated so we can give back to Natalie in her time of need & you can show your appreciation to this wonderful human being.

This is Natalie with Toffee the Therapy Dog at Darenth Valley Hospital, getting some cuddles.

Please give all you can