Fertility preservation conversations during pediatric cancer treatment are rarely just about fertility. For children, teens, and their families, they become conversations about identity, the future, body trust, and what it means to grow up in the middle of a medical crisis.

This free one-page quick sheet gives case managers — in hospital settings and Jewish communal organizations alike — a practical, compassionate framework for supporting families through these moments.

WHAT’S INSIDE

At a glance, this resource covers:

• What families are likely feeling and experiencing during fertility preservation conversations
• How younger children and adolescents respond differently — and why
• Common emotional responses in parents, including grief, guilt, and decision paralysis
• Helpful and harmful language — with specific phrases to use and avoid
• Your role as a case manager: what you can do, and what you don’t need to do
• A checklist of areas where families may need navigation support

WHO THIS IS FOR
This resource is designed for:

• Hospital and pediatric oncology case managers
• Jewish communal professionals and family support workers
• Social workers, care coordinators, and patient navigators
• Anyone supporting a family navigating childhood or adolescent cancer treatment

“You don’t need to be a fertility expert to make a meaningful difference during moments of crisis and uncertainty.”

ABOUT THIS RESOURCE
This quick sheet was developed by Yesh Tikva as part of our professional education series, Preserving Possibility — a training program designed to help case managers and communal professionals support children, teens, and families facing fertility preservation during serious illness.

Yesh Tikva supports Jewish people facing infertility, including those whose fertility has been affected by cancer treatment. Our professional resources are free to download, share, and use in clinical and communal settings.

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