Gold Ribbon Conversations Childhood Cancer Foundation Ireland

Gold Ribbon Conversations - The podcast that supports those fighting Childhood Cancer.
In our final episode of the season we are so grateful to be joined by Sarah Barnes Aabo.
At two and half, her gorgeous lively little boy became noticeably unwell very quickly. 
Kian, was diagnosed with Leukemia and while this news changed everything.
Chemotherapy took its toll on Kian's immune system and left him vulnerable to a virus which took hold and he became paralysed from the neck down. 
Kian beat his cancer and he rang that bell - but his fight continues as he regains mobility, strength and life following a tracheostomy. 
Here we talk about holding on to hope, gratitude for every single good day, Kians 750 days in hospital and the months Sarah and her family were supported by the ronald McDonald house. 
None of us know what tomorrow brings but Sarah’s story will show you that on the darkest days you’re never alone. 

To help us to continue our services please text GOLD to FIVE ZERO THREE ZERO ZERO and donate €4 or visit childhoodcancer.ie for more.


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Gold Ribbon Conversations - The podcast that supports those fighting Childhood Cancer.
May is Brain Tumour Awareness Month so in this season we bring you some stories focused on brain tumours with medical experts, the survivors and those we have sadly lost. 
Diagnosed at 10 with brain cancer - Dylan Smith Bresnahan is now 21 years old and has just finished second year in college. His story is one of overcoming childhood cancer, of it not defying you, how it has thought him many lessons, connected him with many amazing people, charities and experiences and we hope it can be a beacon of light for anyone on this journey. 

To help us to continue our services please text GOLD to FIVE ZERO THREE ZERO ZERO and donate €4 or visit childhoodcancer.ie for more.


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Gold Ribbon Conversations - The podcast that supports those fighting Childhood Cancer.
In this episode, we are joined by Child and adolescent psychotherapist Debbie Cullinane to answer your questions about how to emotionally support your family. At childhood cancer ireland we know there is  so much more to fighting cancer than the medical side and supporting our children to process their emotions can be a source of worry and concern for many parents. Here we talk about why play therapy is so important, how it can help children articulate and heal their trauma, how parents can ease their children’s worries, rage or ptsd through tangible actions, games and words. Plus how as parents it’s ok to not get it right all the time - and our parent workshops are here to support you.   Our day long parent workshops are happening around Ireland this year.To find out more about our free workshops, click here To help us to continue our services please text GOLD to FIVE ZERO THREE ZERO ZERO and donate €4 or visit childhoodcancer.ie for more.
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Gold Ribbon Conversations - The podcast that supports those fighting Childhood Cancer.
May is Brain Tumour Awareness Month so in this season we bring you some stories focused on brain tumours with medical experts, the survivors and those we have sadly lost. 
Trigger Warning: This episode discusses the loss of a child to cancer.
While this conversation is essential for families who have experienced this grief, it may be understandably upsetting and so we encourage you to protect your emotional wellbeing. 
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Laobhaise was 10 when she was diagnosed with a brain tumour and fought bravely for 7 years before sadly passing away in January 2021.
She was a powerhouse, an amazing, kind, positive child and here we talk to her mother Louise about their journey. 
We talk about palliative care and grief. Their bond and the love Laobhaise had for her younger brother. 
We talk about the network that supported them and life after cancer. 
And the legacy Laobhaise has left behind. 

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If you have been impacted by the loss of a child, you will find information, resources and support at Anam Cara, an organisation which supports parents after bereavement.
They also have information for siblings, grandparents and other family members, which may be helpful.
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Please text GOLD to 50300 and donate €4 or visit childhoodcancer.ie for more.
#lightitupgold
Childhood Cancer Ireland is a charity founded by and led by parents of children with cancer who know that one of the greatest sources of strength for this fight, is conversation.
Six children, adolescents and young adults are diagnosed with cancer every week in Ireland and the Gold Ribbon which illuminates precious light, love, courage and compassion is a symbol of strength and solidarity for each and every one. 
As a non-government funded organisation, Childhood Cancer Ireland values every single donation.

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Gold Ribbon Conversations - The podcast that supports those fighting Childhood Cancer.
May is Brain Tumour Awareness Month so in this season we bring you some stories focused on brain tumours with medical experts, the survivors and those we have sadly lost. 
Dr Taffy, Ire;ands 1st Female Paediatric Neurosurgeon is our first guest this season.
A mother of 3 we talk openly about why she is so committed to her work, to her patients and to fighting childhood cancer. 
We talk about the intensity of surgery, the team around her, how she has had to learn when to detach from emotion to become super focused on her skills as a surgeon while allowing her playful spirit to connect with the children under her care. 
We would like to thank Dr. Taffy and all at Children's Health Ireland at Temple Street for their time and the amazing life saving work she does. 



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Gold Ribbon Conversations - The podcast that supports those fighting Childhood Cancer.
In our final episode of this season we are joined by Louise Quail to talk about her son Jimmie's cancer diagnosis in 2019 while she was working in fundraising for the charity, Ronald McDonald House.
When Jimmie was 3 he was diagnosed with a tumour in his left cheek, Louise was 16 weeks pregnant at the time & the impact of a serious childhood illness took on a new understanding. 
Here we talk about his chemo and proton treatment, travelling to Germany for 2 months, the life logistics that take over and their relationship as parents, carers and partners. Together with the families, charities and medical team, this episode is about how they fought this cancer diagnosis together.

Please text GOLD to 50300 and donate €4 or visit childhoodcancer.ie for more.
#lightitupgold
Childhood Cancer Ireland is a charity founded by and led by parents of children with cancer who know that one of the greatest sources of strength for this fight, is conversation.
Six children, adolescents and young adults are diagnosed with cancer every week in Ireland and the Gold Ribbon which illuminates precious light, love, courage and compassion is a symbol of strength and solidarity for each and every one. 
As a non-government funded organisation, Childhood Cancer Ireland values every single donation.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.