The Cancer
Parent’s handbook

Hi! I’m Laura DeKraker Lang-Ree

A Practical Survival Guide

Strengthening Families

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Laura has poured her heart into writing an essential guide for parents of children going through cancer treatment based on her first-hand experience. This book is essential reading for every parent navigating the difficult and stressful journey of having a child going through cancer treatment. It is by supporting ourselves, as parents, that we are better able to support our children. Thank you, Laura for sharing your much needed wisdom and experience with families in need.

Dr. Doni
Naturopathic Doctor

I wish a book like this existed when I went through my child’s cancer journey! Laura provides so much helpful info and advice in one handy resource. An essential handbook for any parent who finds themselves navigating a child’s diagnosis of cancer.

Jean Cripps
Parent

Laura strikes a perfect balance between being empathetic and kind to parents in a difficult situation, which she knows all too well. She emphasizes the importance of taking action to stay positive and keep the family as well as possible. The specific tips and tricks in The Cancer Parent’s Handbook make an overwhelming process much easier to tackle. It’s a really easy read, and I know people will need it during such a stressful time.

Brooke Vittimberga
AML/BMT survivor, medical student

I read this book and found it to be an invaluable resource for families. It offers essential guidance on how to simply be there—whether as a parent, family member, caregiver, or healthcare provider.

Everyone needs help along the way, and Laura’s experiences offer invaluable lessons. The Cancer Parent’s Handbook is a unique resource filled with insights and reminders that we all could use. I don’t think I’ve ever seen anything quite like it in a book before.

Gary Dahl
MD, pediatric oncologist and hematologist

This book is full of soooo much valuable information written from a mom with experience and passion!  Childhood cancer treatment is complicated and this handbook is a tool to help guide parents through a very difficult time.

Pam Simon
Nurse practitioner, oncology

This book is a must-read for everyone who knows a child who had cancer or is starting their cancer journey.  The Toolbox Tips are incredibly valuable and not seen in any other literature or spoken to you by your oncology providers because they don’t know what it is like to live with a child who has cancer.

Stacey Teicher
BSN, RN, MSN, PNP, AOCNP, DNP, Oncology

This Handbook is amazing and easy to read! The bullet points of “how-to’s” are packed with incredible gems that can be critical in getting you and your family through this journey.

Jill Whisler
Cancer Mom of a 10-year-old

The Cancer Parent’s Handbook is a practical, engaging, easy-to-read resource that will positively impact parents and family members of children diagnosed with cancer. Poignant and at times funny and heart-wrenching, this book offers tangible tips for parents from the perspective of someone who has been ‘there’ — Laura Lang-Ree, the mom of a long-term childhood cancer survivor and mentor–friend to her readers. So many parents feel alone when their child is diagnosed; I will recommend this book to those who long for connection and advice.

Dr. Stephanie Smith
Pediatric oncologist and cancer survivorship researcher

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