Hello all,
My partner was diagnosed with cancer and we have been undergoing chemotherapy for years to keep it at bay.
Right now it seems like we are near the end and I'm trying to come to terms with it. The main problem is we have a child that is only 6 years old. The child in question does not know that her parent is nearing the "end of life", just that they are "poorly".
So my simple question right now is, when do I sit down and tell them that their Mum is going to die and will no longer be around?
Do I not tell them, and wait?
I'm so scared about how to approach this.
Hi DoOneC
I'm really sorry to read that you think your partner is nearing the end and you want advice on how to tell your daughter.
I hope you don't mind me suggesting that you also post this in the supporting someone with incurable cancer group, where I can see you've posted before, as you'll then connect directly with others who are in a similar situation.
You might also find this information from Macmillan on talking to children when someone is dying helpful. Don't forget you can always phone the Macmillan Support Line on 0808 808 0000 if you need additional support. It's free to call and they're available every day between 8am and 8pm.
"Never regret a day in your life, good days give you happiness, bad days give you experience"
