Many millennials find themselves a part of The Sandwich Generation, raising kids while caring for aging parents. In this episode, Emily is joined by co-hosts of The Millennial Sandwich podcast, geriatrician Dr. Anita Chandra and parenting journalist Zara Hanawalt.

They explore the realities of many millennial women juggling motherhood, daughterhood, and caregiving, and how these responsibilities impact mental load, identity, and well-being. They discuss the invisible labor of caring for multiple generations, the pressure on women to do it all, and how to prioritize yourself without adding another expectation to your already full plate.

This conversation is equal parts validation and encouragement - because the reality is that being a part of the Millennial Sandwich is hard, but talking about it does make a difference.

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Instagram: @themillennialsandwich @itsdoctoranita @zarahanawalt
TikTok: @themillennialsandwich @itsdoctoranita @zara0305
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Feeling stuck in a rut? Between motherhood, work, relationships, and the never-ending to-do list, it's easy to fall into autopilot and forget to make time for new experiences that are just for you.

But trying new things isn't just about having fun or switching up your routine. It's an opportunity to build confidence, discover new interests, reconnect with yourself, and find more joy in everyday life.

In this episode, Emily explores why intentionally trying new things can be so powerful, especially for moms who spend so much of their time and energy focused on everyone else. She shares how embracing new experiences has helped her grow and rediscover parts of herself since becoming a mom, plus the birthday-inspired challenge she's taking on: trying 33 new things before turning 33!

Consider this episode your invitation to break out of autopilot and try something new. You never know what you might discover!

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Healing from trauma while navigating the challenges of motherhood is no easy task - but it can be an opportunity to break cycles and create generational change. In honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Breanne Smith is joining the podcast for a conversation about healing in motherhood and turning pain into purpose.

As a survivor of domestic violence and sexual assault, Breanne knows firsthand that trauma doesn't simply disappear as life moves forward. She opens up about navigating complex PTSD and chronic illness while raising two young boys, the unexpected ways motherhood can bring past trauma to the surface, and the healing she's found through her relationships with her children, her husband, and her community.

The conversation also explores what it means to raise the next generation of boys - from teaching consent and respecting boundaries to encouraging emotional expression and challenging the "boys will be boys" mentality. Emily and Breanne discuss the important role parents can play in breaking generational cycles and creating a different future.

The episode touches on:

• The realities of parenting while healing from domestic violence, sexual assault, and complex PTSD
• How motherhood can both activate past trauma and create opportunities for healing
• Raising boys to understand consent, respect boundaries, and express
• Breaking generational cycles and challenging harmful expectations of boys and men
• Post-traumatic growth and turning painful experiences into purpose
• How to stay informed, engaged, and hopeful without becoming overwhelmed by the world around us

If this conversation resonates with you, share it with someone who could benefit from hearing it.

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🔗 Connect with Breanne:

Instagram: @breazieboozhoo
TikTok: @breazieboozhoo
Website: www.bloomera.co

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