When a couple learned they each had cancer, telling their kids was one of the hardest parts. Read their story and get tips to find support when parenting with cancer.

Grief comes in waves, in ebbs and flows, even for three-year old toddlers. That first year without Brett was a pendulum of conversation, reasoning, and tears. But there’s nothing easy or linear about parenting, let alone parenting grieving children. I learned not to expect too much from myself or from them.

You were diagnosed with cancer and have to decide how to tell your kids. How do you explain cancer to children? How do you help guide them through your treatment? We know that supporting your children through this process can be a daunting task. Here are some ideas, activities, and resources, including insights from parents with cancer, to help you navigate this part of your cancer journey.