Parenting Through a Cancer Diagnosis

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Hear from other patients who are parenting through a cancer diagnosis and treatment.

Caring for children is rewarding but can also be challenging. Caring for children while also facing a diagnosis of cancer comes with its own concerns. You are not alone! Read more from other patients below who have navigated parenting through cancer treatment.

Families First Program Helps Children Cope with Parent’s Cancer Diagnosis

Children can experience a range of emotions when a parent is diagnosed with cancer.

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A Mother’s Perspective: Parenting with Cancer

Patti, a metastatic breast cancer patient, says there is no rule book when it comes to raising children, especially when you have cancer.

Cayla’s Story: Cancer Never Cares About Anything Like That

When Cayla's husband was diagnosed with thyroid cancer, they learned to lean in on family and friends for support.

How We Shared Bad News With Our Children

Mike Gallagher remembers one of the hardest conversations he had with his kids: that their mom was diagnosed with stage 4 colorectal cancer.

Husband with brain cancer, his wife, and their two young children posing at the beach for a family photo

Caregiver Story: The Best Laid Plans

Catherine Wood reflects on being a caregiver for her husband Kyle and their two children. "When they say it takes a village, they really mean it," she says.

The Support at Moffitt Was a Gamechanger

Joel's story is a powerful reminder that when we come together as a team to provide the right support tailored to each patient's specific needs, it can be life-sustaining.

These are My Moffitt People

Heidi is a survivor of 3 different types of cancer, and she shares how the combination of Moffitt's expertise, along with being cared for as a human being, fortified her for the fight of her life.

I Really Misunderstood Self-Care

Cassie shares about burnout and the struggles of asking for help while Navigating caregiving and parenting young children.

Facing Cancer as a Family

Mike Gallagher never expected his wife Danni to be diagnosed with stage four colorectal cancer. He talks about telling their teenage children, balancing positivity with reality and unexpected support.

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Hear from other patients who are parenting through a cancer diagnosis and treatment.

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