Dr. Lakelyn talks with sisters Natalie and JJ Elliott, hosts of Confessions of a Reluctant Caregiver, about the ups and downs of caregiving with siblings. They share personal stories from supporting their mom through Parkinson’s and navigating family roles, disagreements, and emotional challenges along the way. It’s an honest, relatable look at what happens when caregiving becomes a team effort, and why communication and grace are key.

Episode highlights include:

- The emotional and logistical challenges of sharing caregiving across siblings

- What happens when one sibling becomes the “preferred” caregiver, and how it affects family dynamics

- How to manage caregiver guilt when stepping back

- Balancing boundaries when you're the one who always says yes

- Practical advice for dividing responsibilities and staying connected as a caregiving team

Helpful links from the episode:

- Confessions of a Reluctant Caregiver - confessionsofareluctantcaregiver.com

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