I am 36 years old and have been diagnosed with early stage ovarian cancer. I have two children under 10 years old and a doting husband. I am currently undergoing extensive treatment but the children have started to notice that I can't keep up with them like before. My husband thinks there is no need to tell them as he is confident I'll get better. But I don't want to lie to my children. I don't want to worry them either. What should I do?
Parents often think their children do not know what is going on. Truth be told, most of the time, children often know everything that is going on. The next time they notice that you are ill, sit them down and gently explain your situation to them. Tell them that there is a problem with your ovaries but the doctor is confident that you will be well once the treatment is over. Explain to them that because of the treatment you get tired very easily and you need their cooperation: to do their homework diligently and be patient while you are recovering.
