Support Registry Update

9/16/24 - Treatment Plan

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The Berndt Family
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Information really is power. Knowing everything has helped us understand what we're dealing with and have a plan in place to beat this thing.

This week, I'll be getting a port installed, and our goal is to start chemo next week. Chemo will be once every 3 weeks for 6 rounds. My chemo infusions will be about 4 to 4.5 hours long, and I'll be getting a combination of 2 different kinds. Matt called dibs on being my chemo infusion date, but if that changes, I'll let you know.

So why chemo first? Dr. Yap said statistically, the outcomes are about the same, but starting with chemo can make surgery less invasive. They don't start with surgery unless they see something that makes them need to.

Dr. Yap said to expect a full 6+ months for my treatment plan and advised that I take time off from work if that's an option. So I'll be working on those details this week as well.

There will be side effects from the chemo, but they are different for everyone, so they will be monitoring me closely.

Keep the prayers coming, we can feel them 🩵

Monica Berndt
3 months ago

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Noreen Daniels

Here’s hoping chemo goes well. You’re strong and determined and will get through this!!
  • 3 months ago

JD Dalton

Thank you for the updates, thoughts and prayers are with you. That being said, you are going to knock it out of the park. We are all behind you.
  • 3 months ago

Kate Storves

Your strength is incredible Monica!
  • 3 months ago

Nicole Quinn

Wrapping my arms around you Monica!
  • 3 months ago

Jane Sylvester

Sweet Monica - I will be following closely and giving you the space needed at this time. Please know that I, along the army of prayer warriors, will never let you, Matt, and the boys go without whatever support you need, when needed, and on your timeline. Big love your way! Matt and the boys too! Jane
  • 3 months ago

Kristina Milton

I know this must be incredibly difficult news to share, but you are a force to be reckoned with and I cannot wait to celebrate you beating this. We are here for anything we can do to lighten the load so that you can focus on healing! 🩵
  • 3 months ago

Martie Taylor

So many thoughts and prayers to you and your family!! You've got this! Time to kick it's ass!!!
  • 3 months ago

Mary Ball

Hugs to you girl! I’ll be your chemo date any day! Need a driver?! I’ll be your personal Uber driver.

You’ve got this!!!
  • 3 months ago

Mary Ball

Hugs to you girl! I’ll be your chemo date any day! Need a driver?! I’ll be your personal Uber driver.

You’ve got this!!!
  • 3 months ago

Kim Lucas

Sending prayers and peace during this difficult time. You got this girl!!!
  • 3 months ago

Tasia Brown

I cannot at all imagine what you are feeling right now. But no one has more cheerleaders in their corner than the Berndt family! Sending all the healing juju!
  • 3 months ago

Susan Propis

Oh sweet Monica, we are so heartbroken to hear this. Please know we are here for you all with anything you need. We will lift you in prayer daily and know you can beat this. Love - The Propis Family
  • 3 months ago

Brooke Gregory

Cancer has picked the wrong person to mess with!! With that new hip, you’re really gonna kick some ovarian cancer ass!! Praying often for you and your sweet family. We love y’all 🫶
  • 3 months ago

Emily Nowakowski

Our thoughts & prayers are with you. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help, even if it’s just dinner or watching the boys. Hugs!
  • 3 months ago

Alice Kudart

You got this Monica! Sending love and daily prayers your way!
  • 3 months ago

Holly Oetting

Dr Yap sounds like the BOMB.com! She knows her stuff and is putting you on the best plan!! You are in great hands and your friends and community are here for you. Honestly you may get sick of us all but you know that whatever you, Matt and the boys need.....we got your back.
  • 3 months ago

Allison McLaurin

You will crush this just like you do your golf game ⛳️ youre a bad a$$ and it doesn’t have a chance! Sending love and peace to you and your sweet family.
  • 3 months ago

Kimberleigh Dubois

We're sending all our love, positive vibes, good juju, and prayers!! You can do this!! XX
  • 3 months ago

Koze88

Stay strong and positive like you are! Know that you are in my thoughts and I am sending you all good vibes and a virtual hug your way. 🤗🩷
  • 3 months ago

Laura Gallagher

Monica, we are praying for you hard and love you and the family so much! You are a warrior and will get through this! Thinking about you always! Love Laura and Ryan
  • 3 months ago

Geneva Rose

Monica - You are absolutely one of the strongest women I have ever met and I have no doubt that you are going to beat this. The Rose family is praying for you daily and we're here if there is anything at all that we can do to help your sweet family. Hugs to you!! xoxo
  • 3 months ago
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