Preparing for your child’s blood and marrow transplant (BMT) is emotionally and physically challenging for both you and your child. Living with the uncertainty of the transplant can be difficult. Consider talking to other staff in the hospital who may be able to provide support for you and your child. For example, the child life specialists can help your child cope by engaging in therapeutic play. Talking to the social worker available in the hospital may help to ease the anxiety you and your family may be experiencing. Try to find support in your friends and family as well.
There are two types of BMT: allogeneic transplant and autologous transplant.
The experience for children undergoing an allogeneic transplant will be slightly different from those receiving an autologous transplant. Please follow the tabs to the left to learn more.