Whether you've just been diagnosed, you're in the middle of treatment, or you're finding your way through life after cancer, one of the hardest parts can be knowing how to support your children while you're dealing with so much yourself.
You might be wondering what to say, how much to share, or whether you're handling it the right way. The truth is, there is no perfect way. What matters is that you're here, you're trying, and you don't have to figure it all out alone.
Little Ripples is here to help, with practical support, honest resources and a community of parents who genuinely understand what you're going through.
Finding the right words is one of the things parents tell us they find hardest. How do you explain something so big and so frightening to a child, in a way that's honest but doesn't scare them? We've put together guidance to help you have these conversations at every age and stage, because the right words do exist, and we can help you find them.
How to talk to my child about cancerThese resources are currently evidence led, drawing on best practice and lived experience insight gathered so far. As our Family Experience Panel develops, we are committed to co-designing future resources directly with parents, carers and families who have experienced cancer. From practical guides to tools, everything here is created with real families at the heart of our thinking.
Explore free resourcesNobody understands what it's like to parent through cancer better than someone who has done it. We're developing a Parent Panel so parents and carers can help shape the support Little Ripples creates. It isn't open yet, but you can read what it will involve, and sign up to our newsletter to hear when it launches.
What the Parent Panel will involveWhatever stage you're at, you are not alone.
If you can't find what you're looking for, or you just need to talk to someone, please don't hesitate to get in touch.
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