Hi there,
My husband was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer a few weeks ago. It has spread to his liver already and we've been told palliative chemo will be the only option. We are still awaiting biopsy results and not sure when treatment will start.
We have 2 young boys, 11 and 9. I am absolutely numb and terrified for our children. Just looking some advice on how to navigate through this with young kids. Thanks everyone.
Hi, I am sorry to hear about your husband.
I have stage 4 (incurable) breast cancer, which was diagnosed in 2023. My kids were 10 and 17 at the time. I would say that the best thing you can do is be honest with them, age appropriately. They will have already picked up thst something is wrong. It's healthy for them to see you cry: please don't feel that you have to be strong.
Is your husband well enough to travel? We did a gofundme fundraiser after my diagnosis so that I could make some memories with my kids. Perhaps you could book a family holiday soon, or some family days out?
I suggest that you let their schools know adap too, so that there is support for them. Ask for whether the school or your town has a young carers group too.
The Ruth Strauss Foundation will be able to support you, have a look at their website.
Sending love. X
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