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My DD3 has stage 4 Cancer

550 replies

ToddlerMumma · 18/08/2021 21:46

We are in shock, horror, disbelief. Last week she had a sore leg and went to A&E, now she has stage 4 Neuroblastoma and chemo starts on Tuesday.
She's only 3 but she's taking it in her stride. She cried the other night and said 'I don't want to be sick, I just want to go to nursery with my friends' it broke my heart.
The implications are just hitting, our whole lives are turned upside down for at least a year. One of us will have to give up work, how will we cope? Financially, emotionally.
I have a black lump in my stomach and can't believe this is happening to us

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MyGrassIsBrowner · 16/11/2021 02:12

Sending the biggest, warmest hugs to both of you. I have a 19 month old and a 6 week old DD. This has hit home hard. I can't even begin to fathom what you are going through OP. You have one brave little trooper ❤

ChangeMustCome · 16/11/2021 02:13

Sorry for the autocorrect sending you so much love (and strength) xx

TrampolineForMrKite · 16/11/2021 02:14

Fucking hell @ToddlerMumma I didn’t want to not reply. I’m awake with a bad ear and can’t imagine what you’re going through. Please know that I’m thinking of you, your family and your insanely brave DD.

worksleep · 16/11/2021 02:25

Sending love and positive thoughts to you and your amazing girl.

AelapAbsil · 16/11/2021 02:39

Thinking of you and your incredible daughter. So sorry that this is happening. Wishing you all luck and strength for Wednesday. You sound like the most amazing mum.

OhFFSAlexa · 16/11/2021 18:18

Will be thinking of you all tomorrow ❤️

ToddlerMumma · 16/11/2021 18:31

We are at hospital now, getting ready for tomorrow. She is very excited! Happily talking about having surgery and getting rid of Monster Teddy (her tumour). I am terrified, trying to stay strong and calm in front of her. I just want to fast forward the next few days.

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AllThingsServeTheBeam · 16/11/2021 18:34

Just RTFT and want to wish your brave DD all the best for tomorrow. Thinking of you op x

teaandtoastwithmarmite · 16/11/2021 18:46

All the very best for tomorrow ❤️

TankFlyBoss · 16/11/2021 18:51

I will think about you and your little girl all day tomorrow. I hope that it goes well. So much love xxxxxx

Queenie6655 · 16/11/2021 18:51

The little angel

Praying and praying for your family xxxxxxxxx

madmumofteens · 16/11/2021 18:58

Oh ToddlerMumma I've just seen your thread I am so sorry to hear that your DD has to go through this I hope and pray that she will be ok 💐

Foreverlexicon · 16/11/2021 19:09

Best of luck for tomorrow, I hope it goes as well as possible x

hidingfromthemouse · 16/11/2021 20:17

Sending lots of love to you, your family and your special little girl.

coastergirl · 16/11/2021 20:20

Thinking of you all. I can't even begin to imagine. ❤️

RealHousewifeOfEastLondon · 16/11/2021 20:21

Sending love and strength to you all and will keep you in my thoughts. I hope all goes well xxx

JammyRedRooo · 16/11/2021 20:22

You and your DD sound amazingly strong. Sending lots of love to your family and all the best for tomorrow Flowers

LiJo2015 · 16/11/2021 20:25

I didn't want to read and run. I can't imagine the pain, anguish, disbelief you're all going through. I really hope you all get the care and love you all need.

ZenNudist · 16/11/2021 20:26

Hello @ToddlerMumma this is awful but the surgery will be a real relief once its over. Sounds like your little girl has been really resilient so far . I hope the surgery goes well tomorrow. I will pray for her.

TheLovleyChebbyMcGee · 16/11/2021 20:28

Best of luck tomorrow!

pucelleauxblanchesmains · 16/11/2021 20:29

Praying and sending lots of love.

bearlyactive · 16/11/2021 20:29

Sending all my love and prayers that tomorrow will go well. We will be here Flowers

mineofuselessinformation · 16/11/2021 20:33

OP, if you can at all, try to sleep while she's asleep tonight. Tomorrow will be the longest day ever.
I've never been quite in your position, but was in a similar one some years back. Being eternally cheerful on the outside but beside yourself on the inside is incredibly draining.
I'll be thinking of you and your DD tomorrow and sending positive thoughts. Thanks

Workinghardeveryday · 16/11/2021 20:36

Just read your story. I will be thinking about you and your little girl all day tomorrow. I hope all goes well.

You sound like the best mum ever! Sending you hugs, love and strength xxx

Gasp0deTheW0nderD0g · 16/11/2021 20:40

Every best wish for tomorrow. What a day for all of you. She is in good hands. Flowers