On-demand videos

Free on-demand videos giving you flexible access to practical support, whenever it suits you. Covering wellbeing, skincare, and appearance topics, they’re designed to help you revisit, learn, and build confidence at your own pace, in your own time.

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- How breathwork can aid your recovery post-cancer
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How breathwork can aid your recovery post-cancer (5:02)

Breathwork is a simple but powerful tool for healing your body and mind after cancer treatment. In this video, we’ll explore the different benefits of breathwork techniques to reduce stress, increase joy, and support your recovery by helping you reconnect with your breath.

- Healing the mind: mental health tips after cancer treatment
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Healing the mind: mental health tips after cancer treatment (4:50)

Cancer treatment can leave emotional scars as well as physical ones. In this video, we'll discuss ways to prioritize your mental health during recovery, including mindfulness practices like journalling and self-care tips to help you find peace and resilience.

- Healing together: building a supportive network after cancer treatment
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Healing together: building a supportive network after cancer treatment (4:50)

Having a strong support system is crucial during cancer recovery. In this video, we’ll discuss how friends and whānau can offer emotional and practical support, and how to build a community that helps you heal, grow, and thrive post-treatment.

- Massage for healing: self-soothing your body after cancer
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Massage for healing: self-soothing your body after cancer (5:57)

Massage therapy can be an incredibly soothing and healing experience after cancer treatment. Learn how different types of massage can reduce stress, improve circulation, and promote relaxation, supporting your body on its recovery journey.

- From survivor to thriving: reconnecting with your body post-cancer
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From survivor to thriving: reconnecting with your body post-cancer (6:12)

After cancer treatment, many survivors face the challenge of reconnecting with and accepting their bodies. In this video, we'll chat about embracing your body's changes, cultivating body positivity, and navigating the emotional journey of loving yourself again as you heal and move forward.

- Fuelling recovery: essential post-cancer nutrition tips
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Fuelling recovery: essential post-cancer nutrition tips (5:46)

After cancer treatment, your body needs the right fuel to heal and thrive. This video covers the key nutrients and foods that support recovery, boost energy, and strengthen your immune system, as well as tips for helping you feel your best every day, post-treatment.

- How to nurture and care for your post-cancer hair
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How to nurture and care for your post-cancer hair (4:27)

After cancer treatment, you might have a lot of questions about your hair. When can you start colouring it? What products are safe to use? How can you style it as it grows back? This video answers those common questions and offers expert tips on how to nurture and care for your hair, helping you feel confident during your recovery.

- How to apply eyeshadow
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How to apply eyeshadow (2:43)

Eleanor and Liz share a simple way to apply eyeshadow to brighten to eye area.

- How to brighten your complexion
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How to brighten your complexion (2:55)

Brighten your complexion with a hint of bronzer and blusher.

- How to care for your skin during treatment
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How to care for your skin during treatment (5:05)

Josy shares a simple skincare routine with tips for those undergoing treatment for cancer.

- How to define your eyes
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How to define your eyes (1:55)

Eleanor shares how to enhance the eye with eyeliner.

- How to enhance the eyelashes you have
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How to enhance the eyelashes you have (1:11)

Eleanor shares how to enhance the eye with mascara.

- How to fill in thinning and sparse brows
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How to fill in thinning and sparse brows (2:23)

If you have thinning brows from treatment, or sparse brows as they grow back in, Eleanor and Rachelle share how to fill in and enhance your eyebrows.

- How to look after your hands, nails and feet during treatment
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How to look after your hands, nails and feet during treatment (5:11)

Learn some tips and tricks for caring for your hands, nails and feet while undergoing cancer treatment.

- How to manage a change in your complexion
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How to manage a change in your complexion (4:50)

Eleanor discusses using concealer and foundation when going through treatment for cancer, and shows an easy way to colour match and apply concealer and foundation.

- How to nourish hands & feet at home
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How to nourish hands & feet at home (0:57)

Watch this video and learn how to give yourself a relaxing oil treatment at home.

- How to pick the lipstick shade for you
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How to pick the lipstick shade for you (1.41)

Liz and Rachelle share their favourite lipstick and lip care tips.

- How to protect your skin during treatment
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How to protect your skin during treatment (1:20)

Listen to our top tips about things to avoid when undergoing cancer treatment.

- How to care for your wig
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How to care for your wig (2:28)

Robyn gives her top tips to care for your wig.

- How to feel confident in your wig
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How to feel confident in your wig (1:33)

Robyn shares how to feel confident wearing the right wig for you.

- How to make a T-shirt head covering
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How to make a T-shirt head covering (2:47)

An easy DIY head covering you can make at home.

- How to tie a 'cinnamon' roll head scarf
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How to tie a ‘cinnamon’ roll head scarf (1:40)

Grab a long, rectangular scarf and learn how to tie the 'cinnamon roll' style.

- How to tie a square silk scarf
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How to tie a square silk scarf (1:36)

Find a square silk scarf, and follow along with Emma and learn how to style this look.

- How to tie a square silk scarf
playplay

How to tie a square silk scarf (1:36)

Find a square silk scarf, and follow along with Emma and learn how to style this look.

- How to deal with neuropathy
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How to deal with neuropathy (1:02)

Neuropathy is a common side effect for those undergoing cancer treatment. Watch this video and learn some tips for dealing with neuropathy.

- How to give yourself a relaxing self-massage
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How to give yourself a relaxing self-massage (7:33)

Join Gaius and Emma as they take you through a relaxing, self-massage treatment.

- How to find calm through breathing
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How to find calm through breathing (1:44)

- How to do deep belly breathing
playplay

How to do deep belly breathing (12:30)

We recommend watching the introduction to breath work video, before following along with breath work coach and guide Sarah Lamb in this relaxing practice.

⇩  Download Audio Version

- How to perfect heart coherence breathing
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How to perfect heart coherence breathing (11:29)

We recommend watching the introduction to breath work video, before following along with breath work coach and guide Sarah Lamb in this relaxing practice.

⇩  Download Audio Version

- How to confidently prepare your bag for cancer treatment
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How to confidently prepare your bag for cancer treatment (6:02)

Returning to Work | Cancer Support NZ
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Returning to Work After Cancer: Challenges & Opportunities for Success (19:32)

Returning to work after cancer can bring both opportunities and challenges. After treatment, many people face ongoing physical, emotional, and professional adjustments as they transition back into workplace life.

Going Back to Work | Cancer Support NZ
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Going Back to Work After Cancer: Easing Anxiety & Setting Boundaries (36:21)

Going back to work after cancer can bring many challenges. Taking steps to ease anxiety, manage expectations, and set healthy boundaries can help make the transition feel more manageable.

Unlock Practical Insights and Inspiration | Cancer Support NZ
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Unlock Practical Insights and Inspiration (50:06)

Unlock practical insights and inspiration, with practical strategies to help you navigate the personal and professional challenges that can come with cancer, including returning to work, managing expectations, and rebuilding confidence.

- How to apply eyeshadow
playplay

How to apply eyeshadow (2:43)

Eleanor and Liz share a simple way to apply eyeshadow to brighten to eye area.

- How to brighten your complexion
playplay

How to brighten your complexion (2:55)

Brighten your complexion with a hint of bronzer and blusher.

- How to care for your skin during treatment
playplay

How to care for your skin during treatment (5:05)

Josy shares a simple skincare routine with tips for those undergoing treatment for cancer.

- How to define your eyes
playplay

How to define your eyes (1:55)

Eleanor shares how to enhance the eye with eyeliner.

- How to enhance the eyelashes you have
playplay

How to enhance the eyelashes you have (1:11)

Eleanor shares how to enhance the eye with mascara.

- How to fill in thinning and sparse brows
playplay

How to fill in thinning and sparse brows (2:23)

If you have thinning brows from treatment, or sparse brows as they grow back in, Eleanor and Rachelle share how to fill in and enhance your eyebrows.

- How to look after your hands, nails and feet during treatment
playplay

How to look after your hands, nails and feet during treatment (5:11)

Learn some tips and tricks for caring for your hands, nails and feet while undergoing cancer treatment.

- How to manage a change in your complexion
playplay

How to manage a change in your complexion (4:50)

Eleanor discusses using concealer and foundation when going through treatment for cancer, and shows an easy way to colour match and apply concealer and foundation.

- How to nourish hands & feet at home
playplay

How to nourish hands & feet at home (0:57)

Watch this video and learn how to give yourself a relaxing oil treatment at home.

- How to pick the lipstick shade for you
playplay

How to pick the lipstick shade for you (1.41)

Liz and Rachelle share their favourite lipstick and lip care tips.

- How to protect your skin during treatment
playplay

How to protect your skin during treatment (1:20)

Listen to our top tips about things to avoid when undergoing cancer treatment.

- How to nurture and care for your post-cancer hair
playplay

How to nurture and care for your post-cancer hair (4:27)

After cancer treatment, you might have a lot of questions about your hair. When can you start colouring it? What products are safe to use? How can you style it as it grows back? This video answers those common questions and offers expert tips on how to nurture and care for your hair, helping you feel confident during your recovery.

- How to care for your wig
playplay

How to care for your wig (2:28)

Robyn gives her top tips to care for your wig.

- How to feel confident in your wig
playplay

How to feel confident in your wig (1:33)

Robyn shares how to feel confident wearing the right wig for you.

- How to make a T-shirt head covering
playplay

How to make a T-shirt head covering (2:47)

An easy DIY head covering you can make at home.

- How to tie a 'cinnamon' roll head scarf
playplay

How to tie a ‘cinnamon’ roll head scarf (1:40)

Grab a long, rectangular scarf and learn how to tie the 'cinnamon roll' style.

- How to tie a square silk scarf
playplay

How to tie a square silk scarf (1:36)

Find a square silk scarf, and follow along with Emma and learn how to style this look.

- How to tie a square silk scarf
playplay

How to tie a square silk scarf (1:36)

Find a square silk scarf, and follow along with Emma and learn how to style this look.

- How breathwork can aid your recovery post-cancer
playplay

How breathwork can aid your recovery post-cancer (5:02)

Breathwork is a simple but powerful tool for healing your body and mind after cancer treatment. In this video, we’ll explore the different benefits of breathwork techniques to reduce stress, increase joy, and support your recovery by helping you reconnect with your breath.

- Healing the mind: mental health tips after cancer treatment
playplay

Healing the mind: mental health tips after cancer treatment (4:50)

Cancer treatment can leave emotional scars as well as physical ones. In this video, we'll discuss ways to prioritize your mental health during recovery, including mindfulness practices like journalling and self-care tips to help you find peace and resilience.

- Healing together: building a supportive network after cancer treatment
playplay

Healing together: building a supportive network after cancer treatment (4:50)

Having a strong support system is crucial during cancer recovery. In this video, we’ll discuss how friends and whānau can offer emotional and practical support, and how to build a community that helps you heal, grow, and thrive post-treatment.

- How to find calm through breathing
playplay

How to find calm through breathing (1:44)

- How to do deep belly breathing
playplay

How to do deep belly breathing (12:30)

We recommend watching the introduction to breath work video, before following along with breath work coach and guide Sarah Lamb in this relaxing practice.

⇩  Download Audio Version

- How to perfect heart coherence breathing
playplay

How to perfect heart coherence breathing (11:29)

We recommend watching the introduction to breath work video, before following along with breath work coach and guide Sarah Lamb in this relaxing practice.

⇩  Download Audio Version

- How to confidently prepare your bag for cancer treatment
playplay

How to confidently prepare your bag for cancer treatment (6:02)

- Massage for healing: self-soothing your body after cancer
playplay

Massage for healing: self-soothing your body after cancer (5:57)

Massage therapy can be an incredibly soothing and healing experience after cancer treatment. Learn how different types of massage can reduce stress, improve circulation, and promote relaxation, supporting your body on its recovery journey.

- From survivor to thriving: reconnecting with your body post-cancer
playplay

From survivor to thriving: reconnecting with your body post-cancer (6:12)

After cancer treatment, many survivors face the challenge of reconnecting with and accepting their bodies. In this video, we'll chat about embracing your body's changes, cultivating body positivity, and navigating the emotional journey of loving yourself again as you heal and move forward.

- Fuelling recovery: essential post-cancer nutrition tips
playplay

Fuelling recovery: essential post-cancer nutrition tips (5:46)

After cancer treatment, your body needs the right fuel to heal and thrive. This video covers the key nutrients and foods that support recovery, boost energy, and strengthen your immune system, as well as tips for helping you feel your best every day, post-treatment.

- How to deal with neuropathy
playplay

How to deal with neuropathy (1:02)

Neuropathy is a common side effect for those undergoing cancer treatment. Watch this video and learn some tips for dealing with neuropathy.

- How to give yourself a relaxing self-massage
playplay

How to give yourself a relaxing self-massage (7:33)

Join Gaius and Emma as they take you through a relaxing, self-massage treatment.

Frequently asked questions

plus minus What are on-demand videos in Cancer Support NZ?

On-demand videos are free support resources you can watch anytime, from anywhere. They are designed to help you access practical guidance on wellbeing, skincare, and appearance topics when it suits you, at your own pace, alongside your cancer experience.

A much more extensive library of on-demand videos can also be found on our YouTube channel, where new content is regularly added to support you through different stages of your experience. You can watch, revisit, and explore topics whenever you need extra support.

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plus minus Who are on-demand videos for?

On-demand videos are for anyone affected by cancer, at any stage, and with any cancer type. Whether you are in treatment, recovering, or supporting someone else, these videos are here to offer gentle, practical support when you need it.

plus minus What topics are covered in on-demand videos?

On-demand videos cover a range of wellbeing, skincare, and appearance topics to help you manage the visible and emotional effects of cancer. This includes practical tips you can revisit anytime, including as a refresher after attending a community or online class.

plus minus Do I need to register to watch on-demand videos?

No. On-demand videos are freely available and can be accessed online at any time. You can watch them as often as you need, in a way that fits around your energy, treatment, and daily life.

plus minus Can I use on-demand videos alongside other Cancer Support NZ classes?

Yes. On-demand videos are designed to complement your experience. Many people use them as a refresher after attending community or online classes, or as extra support between sessions.

plus minus When can I watch on-demand videos?

You can watch on-demand videos anytime that works for you — whether that’s in one sitting, in short moments, or returning to specific topics when you need them most.

plus minus Where can I find more on-demand videos?

You can explore a much wider library of on-demand videos on our YouTube channel.

New videos are added regularly, so there is always something new to support you.

Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss any new releases.

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