Support Lucas’s cancer journey

My name is Shannon and alongside my sister Ashley we are fundraising for our nephew Lucas who has recently been diagnosed with a rare form of cancer, Hepatoblastoma.

Our story-

Lucas is a bright, joyful little boy—just 3 years old—filled with the wonder, love, and energy every child his age should have. He loves playing with his toy cars, watching Paw Patrol, spending time at the beach with his mummy, daddy, and their dog Milo. His infectious smile lights up every room, and he shares so much love with his family and everyone he meets along the way.

Just 3 weeks ago, our family received the most devastating news imaginable; Lucas was diagnosed with liver cancer. In a short space of time the cancer has spread to his stomach, pelvis and lymph nodes, turning our world upside down.

Hepatoblastoma is a rare and malignant liver cancer that primarily affects children under five years old, with most cases appearing in the first 18 months. It's the most common type of liver cancer in children, especially those under three. The tumor is made up of tissue that resembles bile duct cells, mature liver cells, or fetal liver cells. Symptoms include abdominal pain, swelling, and a lump. Treatment options include surgery and chemotherapy.

Lucas went from normal life attending fun nursery days and playing with his cousins to long hospital stays and has now begun intense chemo therapy and will receive liver surgery a few months down the line. This surgery will either be to remove small amount of liver or a full liver transplant, this will be decided after the 1st cycle of chemo.

Surgery will take place in Birmingham.

Lucas is currently undergoing treatment at Belfast Royal Hospital in the Haematology Unit and currently working ICU.

These consultants, doctors and nurses are providing the best care possible.

This Unit has been brilliant so far, giving Lucas toys, providing Paul's house for the parents and any other necessities.

Lucas is not allowed visitors except for parents and grandparents at the moment.

As aunties to Lucas, we want to support in any way we can as we cannot be there in person. We have set up this page to fundraise for both the haematology unit and Lucas and family to have some quality time outside of hospital rooms inbetween chemotherapy and surgeries, making long lasting memories.

Any donation, big or small, means the world to us. If you are not in the position to donate, please share. Thank you for standing with our family.