'Am I going to die?' It's a question no parent wants to hear from their child. However, for families dealing with childhood cancer, it is an unfortunate possibility.In this episode, we chat with Rachel Franklin, a wonderful Child Life specialist with over 10 years of experience supporting the positive coping of children and their families as they navigate difficult health-related circumstances.Listen in to learn:- Rachel's experience working with families through a cancer diagnosis, treatment, relapse and end-of-life.- how Child Life supports healthy coping and grieving throughout the process of a serious illness- how parents can model and encourage  open communication with their children about difficult emotions- strategies to keep siblings involved and emotionally supported- how Child Life can assist families in creating meaningful final moments when a child is terminalResources:Helping Kids Grieve | Sesame StreetVoicing My Choices / My Wishes | Helping seriously ill children and adolescents voice their wishes.Wonders and Worries - Coping, Grief and Bereavement support for children of parents with an illnessThe Dougy Center | Safe spaces and free resources for children and families who are grieving.Books:The Invisible String - A picture book about love and connection despite physical separation Help Me Say Goodbye - An art therapy and activity book for children coping with death.Connect with us!Twitter: @storytimeclinicWebsite: www.storytimeclinic.com

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