Children and cancer resources
These booklets give information and support to parents whose child has been diagnosed with cancer.
Children and young people with cancer - A guide for parents
This booklet has been written for the parents of children and young people diagnosed with cancer
Brain and spinal cord tumours in children
This book has been written as a guide for parents of children with a brain or spinal cord tumour
Guide for families of children receiving proton beam therapy
This leaflet will tell you all you need to know if your child is going to have proton beam therapy abroad.
(Available to download only.)
(Available to download only.)
Supporting brothers and sisters of a child with cancer
A practical information guide for parents and other adults who are caring for siblings of a child with cancer
My child has finished cancer treatment
A guide to follow-up and adjusting to normal life for parents and carers whose child or teenager has finished treatment for cancer
When your child's cancer comes back
Information for parents and families of a child or young person with relapsed or refractory cancer
Precious times - a palliative care handbook for parents of children with cancer
This book is designed for families of children who have advanced cancer. The purpose of this book is to give you and your family information to help you during palliative care.
More resources
More resources
Our services for children and families
How we can help you, your child and your family cope with a cancer diagnosis, treatment and after-care
Coping with your child’s diagnosis
Advice on dealing with your emotions, talking to your child about their diagnosis and where to get support
For more information
Phone
1800 200 700
Talking to children about cancer
This booklet has been written to help parents, families and carers explain a parent's (or close adult's) cancer diagnosis to children. It also looks at how the diagnosis is likely to affect them.
