A diagnosis of cancer in a child is overwhelming and terrifying. Families are required to become experts in medical terminology, understand complicated procedures, and make decisions under stressful situations. They also must navigate a complex regimen of medications both at home and in the hospital. Timely medication administration at home is vital to treating these diseases. If medications are not taken properly, adverse effects may occur, or the disease may not be treated effectively and recur. Medications can interact with food or other medications if not taken at the right time. Communication between families and health care providers is essential to making certain that children receive their medications accurately, especially at home.