This week on Ladies of Liverpool, Leanne Campbell is joined by award-winning family lawyer and dedicated fundraiser Suzanne Daly for an emotional and inspiring conversation about family, resilience and giving back.
Suzanne shares the heartbreaking moment her son Jonah was diagnosed with cancer at just 4 years old, the challenges her family faced and the incredible support they received along the way. From navigating life's toughest moments to raising money for children with cancer, Suzanne's story is one of strength, kindness and hope.
Suzanne begins by sharing her journey into family law, offering an honest insight into the emotional realities of divorce, relationship breakdowns and child custody disputes. She discusses some of the biggest misconceptions surrounding family solicitors, the importance of putting children first and why even the most difficult family situations can get better with time.
But it's Suzanne's own family story that lies at the heart of this episode.
When her son Jonah was diagnosed with cancer at just 4 years old, Suzanne and her husband James found their lives turned upside down. She opens up about the terrifying early days of his diagnosis, the challenges of hospital stays and treatment, and the emotional toll of watching your child battle a life-threatening illness.
Now 9 years old and doing really well, Jonah continues to inspire his family and everyone around him.
Suzanne also shares how the experience changed her relationships, her outlook on life and her understanding of what real friendship looks like. From the people who didn't know what to say to those who quietly turned up with meals, messages and practical support, she explains why simply being there can make all the difference.
The conversation also explores Suzanne's involvement with the children's cancer charity Owen McVeigh Foundation, which helped bring happiness and special experiences back into Jonah's life during an incredibly difficult time.
Determined to give something back, Suzanne has since thrown herself into charity fundraising, taking on skydives, abseils and other challenges to help support children and families facing childhood cancer.
Throughout the episode, Leanne and Suzanne discuss grief, friendship, motherhood, community spirit and the incredible generosity of people across Liverpool and Merseyside.
It's an emotional, uplifting and deeply personal conversation, filled with important lessons about appreciating the people around us, finding strength during difficult times and remembering that even when life feels overwhelming, things can get better.
Whether you've experienced childhood cancer in your family, supported someone through a difficult time or simply believe in the power of kindness, this is an episode that will stay with you.
Hosted by: Leanne Campbell
Special Guest: Suzanne Daly
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