For parents and carers: When someone in the family has cancer, children notice. They may have questions, worries or feelings they don't know how to share. It can be hard to know what to say. This page brings together free resources to help you support your child. Every family is different, so use what feels right for you, at your own pace.
Why it matters to talk to children when a parent or someone close to them has cancer, and the difference honest, age-appropriate conversations can make.
Practical, gentle guidance on how to tell your child about a cancer diagnosis, at every age and stage.
Written for teenagers themselves, to help them make sense of what is happening, manage difficult feelings and know they are not alone when someone close to them has cancer.
If you have any questions, email us at hello@littleripplesuk.org.uk.
There's also guidance on this site to help you support your child, including how to talk to them about feelings and what to do if you have concerns about their mental health.
Read the guidance for parents