"Mama's Afro Is A Soldier Too: Mom's Cancer Diagnosis Explained" is a uniquely important book for families of young children whose Mom has received a cancer diagnosis. Through easy to understand rhyming and poetic phrases, the various cancer treatment stages of surgery, chemotherapy and radiation which Mom goes through, are explained. The Afro Soldier is introduced as a brave little character who gives young children a visual symbol of reassurance and hope. Even though Mama is going through changes and loss of hair due to her illness, children do not have to be alarmed because they can trust that the strong little soldier is fighting for Mama to help her get better. The book is inspired by author N.M.'s own personal journey with breast cancer. It provides a resource for Moms who immediately think of the people who will be affected the most by their diagnosis...their children.