Hi Anita,
Jane's advice is great and I'm sure you'll find the booklet helpful. My own children are young teenagers. They've had it all explained to them by us. Also, via the bc info booklet from bcna (esp for my 16 year old daughter).
How my children are coping with the hair loss is dependent on how I deal with it. Wearing fun hats, experimenting with scarves and emphasising the fact that it's only temporary.
As a primary teacher of children you're daughter's age, it's always been beneficial to know of any health concerns, changes in routines etc, to assist your daughter's learning. I would recommend having a little chat with your daughter's teacher (ring the school to make an appointment at a convenient time to you.)
As my own children are in high school, we emailed their schools' various year advisers who notified their teachers. My daughter had a couple of sessions with the school counselor where she was shown the canteen website. We've always answered anxious questions, lots of hugs and reassurance that it may be crap for a while, but will get better.
All the best Anita, you're a wonderful mum doing a great job,
Karen xx
