BLOG How to Support Your Relationship When Your Child Is Ill Cindy Kerr / February 14, 2019 When my son Ryan was diagnosed with cancer, I was terrified for him and worried how his illness and hospitalizations would affect my two daughters. It didn’t dawn on me until...
BLOG Scanxiety: Dealing With Your Fear January 28, 2019 Medical tests and scans are an important part of your child’s treatment plan. They act as a measure of progress, an early indicator of problems, and one of the main weapons in the fight against any childhood...
BLOG How to Survive (and Even Enjoy!) the Holidays During Treatment The holidays can be stressful for any family. Add in the strain of having a child in treatment for a life-changing illness or injury, and you may wish you could skip this time of year all...
BLOG Father’s Day Gavin Kerr / June 17, 2018 Father’s Day used to be one of my favorite holidays. Now, not so much. Please don’t misunderstand, I treasure Father’s Day with my daughter’s and their families. Each day with them is truly a gift. But Father’s Day...
BLOG Supporting Parents Through a Child’s Medical Diagnoses: Spotlight on Case for Smiles’ Coping Space Cindy Kerr / May 3, 2018/ Guest Blog on Child Life Mommy As child life specialists, you understand the importance of providing support to children and their...