The Taylor family

The past nine months have been a rollercoaster of emotions and change for Ashburton mother of five, Jo Taylor. Last year her 13 year old son Tom, was diagnosed with stage 4 hodgkin's lymphoma. In our parenting slot this morning we are focusing on the realities and practicalities of looking after a sick child, the effect it has on  family dynamics, and the sorts of things that can make a tough and worrying situation a little easier to bear.

Tom heading into his first surgery with Mum Jo

In hospital Fortnite was a great way to talk to mates and older brothers

Beau the puppy has been a great mate for Tom along this journey

Calm before the storm - Kate, Jo, Deane and Tom Taylor

Tom, Ollie, Deane, cousin Will, Jono, Kate (Ollie's partner), Kate Jo and Georgina in 2018

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