In this episode, we explore the differences between how self-care is represented in Western society, versus what it really means in our day-to-day lives. We also brainstorm ideas for your individualized 2024 self-care plan. All opinions are my own and not that of my employer. None of the information within this podcast should be construed as medica…

In this episode, we discuss hope and why it isn't something that can be taken from you. All opinions are my own and not that of my employer. None of the information within this podcast should be construed as medical advice. For medical advice, consult your physician. Check out www.motheringthrough.com for more info about mindset coaching for mother…

In this episode, Dr. Samara Potter discusses how celebrating your accomplishments can help you build self-compassion. All opinions are my own and not that of my employer. None of the information within this podcast should be construed as medical advice. For medical advice, consult your physician. Check out www.motheringthrough.com for more info abo…

We discuss simple and practical methods of "getting back to neutral" when you are spinning out in scanxiety. All opinions are my own and not that of my employer. None of the information within this podcast should be construed as medical advice. For medical advice, consult your physician. Check out www.motheringthrough.com for more info about mindse…

This is the second episode in a 3-part series about scanxiety. In this episode, we identify the emotions underlying our scanxiety, and work on identifying beliefs that can empower us in the face of any outcome. All opinions are my own and not that of my employer. None of the information within this podcast should be construed as medical advice. For…

In this episode we explore your past experiences with cancer and the malleable nature of memory. All opinions are my own and not that of my employer. None of the information within this podcast should be construed as medical advice. For medical advice, consult your physician. Check out www.motheringthrough.com for more info about mindset coaching f…

In this episode I discuss the difference between gratitude and toxic positivity. All opinions are my own and not that of my employer. None of the information within this podcast should be construed as medical advice. For medical advice, consult your physician. Check out www.motheringthrough.com for more info about mindset coaching for mothers of ch…

In this episode, I talk about strategies for parents who are physically separated from one or more of their children while caring for their sick child. All opinions are my own and not that of my employer. None of the information within this podcast should be construed as medical advice. For medical advice, consult your physician. Check out www.moth…

In this episode, I discuss why your thoughts matter, and give you my #1 tool for examining and changing them. All opinions are my own and not that of my employer. None of the information within this podcast should be construed as medical advice. For medical advice, consult your physician. Check out www.motheringthrough.com for more info about minds…

In this episode, I discuss why the concept of "staying strong" may not be helping you while parenting your sick child. All opinions are my own and not that of my employer. None of the information within this podcast should be construed as medical advice. For medical advice, consult your physician. Check out www.motheringthrough.com for more info ab…

In this episode, I talk about disclosing your child's cancer diagnosis to them, including how to prepare, respond to their emotional needs, and answering questions. All opinions are my own and not that of my employer. None of the information within this podcast should be construed as medical advice. For medical advice, consult your physician. Check…

In this episode I discuss how curiosity can be useful in building awareness about our thoughts and as an "off ramp" when we are feeling overwhelmed and stressed. All opinions are my own and not that of my employer. None of the information within this podcast should be construed as medical advice. For medical advice, consult your physician. Check ou…

Do you ever stop to think about how you talk to yourself? Is your internal dialogue contributing to insecure parenting? In this episode I discuss how compassionate parenting starts with the ways we talk to ourselves. I give practical advice on how to become more aware of our inner dialogue. All opinions are my own and not that of my employer. None …

CAR T-cell therapy is an exciting new treatment for acute leukaemia. In this episode, Dr Geoff interviews his colleague Dr Caroline Bateman about CAR T-cells and introducing the treatment option to her unit. Link to Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There is a special subtype of neuroblastoma seen in very young children, with spread of disease throughout the body, but which needs a very different approach to treatment compared to older children with metastatic disease. This episode explains the features of this stage MS neuroblastoma, the early problems, and the treatment used. Link to Patreon…

Childhood cancer treatment leads to severe impairment of the ability to fight infections. This episode explains what immune suppression means, what causes it, and the problems that result. Link to Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A few years ago I described CAR T-cells, but they weren't available for routine use. I now update things, with the very important news about CAR T-cell therapy now becoming available. There is also an interview with Dr Caroline Bateman re this subject in another episode. Link to Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

We take a lot of blood samples looking for infection in the bloodstream. This episode explains what blood cultures are all about. Link to Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Av Dr Geoff

A number of countries have research studies where childhood cancers are analysed in great detail, testing all the DNA in something called 'molecular profiling'. The national Australian study of this is called PRISM, and it is a very exciting project. This episode explains a molecular profiling project and covers issues of obtaining informed consent…

The MEK inhibitors are a newer class of drug, and include trametinib, selumetinib and others. They have an important role in paediatric oncology, particularly in glioma treatment and in neurofibromatosis. Link to Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sophisticated techniques can detect one cancer cell amongst a million normal cells. This episode describes these methods and how they are used in treatment. Link to Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Av Dr Geoff

For many years we didn't biopsy the tumour when the scans suggested that the tumour was a DIPG. This episode explains why that has changed, and the emerging role of biopsy. Link to Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Av Dr Geoff

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DIPG is a type of brain tumor which occurs in children. This episode explains what the letters mean. Link to Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Av Dr Geoff

Ifosfamide is another chemotherapy drug, used particularly in certain sarcomas and certain patients with leukaemia. This episode explains how it is given, and common and rare side effects. Link to Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Av Dr Geoff

We often need to evaluate heart function during chemotherapy. This episode explains what the tests are, and why we need to do them. Link to Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Av Dr Geoff

At the American Society of Clinical Oncology meeting in June 2016, a study was presented looking at using two autologous bone marrow transplants in neuroblastoma. The results were exciting.... Link to Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Av Dr Geoff

In this episode I read out for you an article written by Dr Susan Cohn from the University of Chicago. Dr Cohn is an eminent paediatric oncologist, and a world expert on children's cancer trials, particularly in neuroblastoma. Link to Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

When families find themselves in a hospital, they meet all sorts of doctors with all sorts of titles, residents, interns, fellows, registrars. This episode explains who's who in the childhood cancer medical team. Link to Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Av Dr Geoff

Chemotherapy can make the white blood cell count drop, predisposing to infection. These drugs work to boost white blood cell production. Link to Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Av Dr Geoff

I talked about MIBG scans previously. In this episode I discuss the use of high doses of MIBG as a treatment of neuroblastoma. Link to Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Av Dr Geoff

Adolescents and Young Adults with Cancer: What's special about the AYA's? by Dr Geoff Link to Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Av Dr Geoff

MIBG scans are used to evaluate and monitor neuroblastoma. Link to Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Av Dr Geoff

My Christmas Special episode. Includes the Top 12 people who deserve a Christmas present more than the oncologist. Link to Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Av Dr Geoff

Parents always ask why their child developed cancer. They ask if it is genetic, meaning is it something hereditary, or some abnormality in the DNA that the child was born with. In this episode I discuss a recent paper that examined this question. Link to Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

There are multiple ways to go looking for DNA, RNA and protein abnormalities. Many should still be considered research, not standard practice, but they may well be part of the future of cancer therapy. Link to Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Av Dr Geoff

Lymphomas make up about 11% of childhood cancer, and there are several different types. Link to Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Av Dr Geoff

There's multiple ways the DNA code can get messed up and lead to cancer. This episode describes some of them, along with some little green men. Link to Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Av Dr Geoff

The proteins have to have the right amino acids all assembled in the right order, and the DNA code is the recipe that's used. This episode explains how the correct DNA leads to the right protein being made. Link to Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Av Dr Geoff

To understand all this DNA analysis business, first one needs to know a bit about proteins. Proteins basically do all the work in cells, and so DNA mutations interfere with protein structures.Serious geek alert! Link to Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Av Dr Geoff

Gliomas are a type of brain tumour, and are usually called 'low grade' or 'high grade'. What do these terms mean? Link to Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Av Dr Geoff

Some chemotherapy drugs don't get into the brain and spinal fluid properly, so we have to inject drugs into the spinal fluid. This is mainly in leukaemia and lymphoma. Link to Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Av Dr Geoff

We often need to take samples of the spinal fluid, and regularly inject chemotherapy drugs there too. We do this using a lumbar puncture. Link to Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Av Dr Geoff

When eating and nasogastric feeding aren't working, we may need to give nutrition straight into the vein. That's called TPN or hyperalimentation. Link to Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Av Dr Geoff