Chris and Christy pick back up on the subject of life after treatment this week. Christy shares the journey she and her son Carter have been on since he was diagnosed with ALL at age six, and specifically, the things she wishes people knew about the post-treatment phase. She explains the daily toll that treatment takes on the family, and the adjustment it takes to having it all come to a stop. She shares about the loneliness families can feel when their support system suddenly goes away, and how even ending treatment is a complex emotional rollercoaster. Christy also shares some practical advice—including reconnecting with your child's pediatrician before treatment ends or finding a new pediatrician if necessary, and seeking out counseling to help you process all that your family has endured. She encourages parents to give themselves grace—not every day will feel like a celebration when your child is off treatment, and that is okay.
