Stem Cell Donors Australia Podcast Ep. 03: Stem cell donation through the eyes of a parent

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In this episode, Simon shares his family’s journey after his youngest son was diagnosed with leukaemia as a baby. He talks about the shock of diagnosis, the realities of hospital life, and the emotional highs and lows of treatment. Simon also reflects on the profound impact of stem cell donation, including the relief of finding matching donors and the hope that comes from knowing strangers are willing to step forward and save a life.

Stories worth hearing

This episode is part of a monthly series exploring real stories from Australia’s stem cell donor community. We speak with donors, families, patients, and experts to offer an honest look at what the stem cell donation process can involve.

A new episode is released each month. Subscribe to the podcast on Spotify here.