Beth Blakey, the executive director for nonprofit Cancer Hope Network, exclusively gives Us Weekly advice for sharing a diagnosis with young children
Princess Kate Middleton has put her three children first amid her cancer battle, waiting to publicly share her diagnosis until Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis heard the news first.
“There are no right or wrong answers. These are all deeply personal decisions that should be between Princess Catherine, Prince William, their children and their families,” Blakey exclusively told Us Weekly. “There are so many factors that influence the decisions any parent makes at a time like this, but it is always important to approach the conversation with care, honesty and age-appropriate information.
Blakey’s Cancer Hope Network, based in New Jersey, aims to provide one-on-one support to cancer patients, their families and caregivers.“Some broad guidelines and tips we often hear from Cancer Hope Network Peer Mentors include ‘take time to process your emotions first so you can be emotionally prepared and remain calm during the conversation,’” Blakey explained to Us. “Make sure you choose a time and place where you can have the conversation safely, privately, and free from interruptions.
Blakey further stressed that her tips are broad ideas as “every family’s needs” are unique and each child can react in different ways. If a kid struggles to cope with the changing dynamic, Blakey says that channeling feelings in healthy ways — to foster a positive outlook — can help, including practicing mindfulness or yoga, setting realistic expectations and goals, seeking professional help or counseling or even finding humor in the situation.
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