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Together is a new resource for anyone affected by pediatric cancer - patients and their parents, family members, and friends.
Learn MoreThe information you share with your child about cancer depends on his or her age and developmental level.
All children need simple, clear explanations. They need to know they are loved and supported.
Infants may:
Cancer treatment may delay when children reach certain milestones. Learn how treatment may affect early childhood development and interventions that can help.
Learn how cancer may affect early childhood developmentToddlers may:
Toddlers to Age 3: Give your child opportunities to play with children their age. Visit play rooms at the hospital. Check to see if the hospital has organized play groups.
Children may:
Children may:
7-12: Kids this age will likely hear messages about cancer from other sources, including school, television, and the internet. Encourage your child to share details he or she learns with you. Talk about it together. You can correct any misinformation and remind them that there are many different kinds of cancer and everyone’s experience is unique.
Teens may:
Teen Cancer America was founded by Roger Daltrey and Pete Townshend of The Who. Teen Cancer America is committed to making a difference in the lives of teens and young adults with cancer. Learn more about their work and the patients they serve.
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Reviewed: June 2018