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Toddlers need supportive
adults to help them understand what is
happening. A parent's presence and loving
hugs will be important during this time.
Tell your child what is going on, but
keep it very simple. "Your brother/sister
is sick. Your brother/sister has cancer.
Your brother/sister needs to go to the
hospital. The doctors will give your
brother/sister medicine to get better." Repeat
this often.
Children this age are very sensitive to
change. They are likely to be more upset
about your absence than their sibling's
illness. Try to keep routines the same
if possible, especially around bedtimes.
Children do best with a regular routine.
Keeping things consistent helps kids
feel safe.
When you cannot be with your child, try to
limit the caregivers to a few people who
your child knows well. This might be a grandparent,
a day care provider or a family friend. Be
sure those caring for your child, know his/her
routines.
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