What does it mean to be part of the “sandwich generation”? Traditionally, it’s adults caring for both their kids and their aging parents — but even without children, the push-and-pull of being caught in the middle is very real.

In this episode, we unpack the pressures of balancing caregiving with careers, relationships, friendships, and our own needs. From being the bridge between family members, to feeling stretched in multiple directions at once, we’re sharing the moments that made us feel “sandwiched” and how we try (and sometimes fail) to navigate them.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re carrying everyone else’s needs while trying to hold onto your own, this one’s for you.

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In this episode, we step away from the logistics and dive into the heart of caregiving—the emotions that often go unspoken. From the quiet grief that sneaks up in unexpected moments, to the anger and guilt we don’t always want to admit, to the gratitude and love that still manage to shine through, we’re opening up about the full spectrum of what it feels like to be a caregiver.

This conversation is raw, tender, and honest. It’s about carrying a heavy emotional load while still showing up every day—and realizing that the feelings we carry are just as important as the care we give.

Big life events are supposed to be all joy and celebration—but for caregivers, they can also stir up a lot of complicated emotions. In this episode, we talk about Ari’s wedding: the excitement, the chaos, and the very real grief of missing a key family member during such a milestone moment.

We share the push and pull between wanting to be fully present in a once-in-a-lifetime event, while also carrying the weight of absence. From navigating family dynamics, to finding ways to honor loved ones who can’t be there, to letting ourselves feel all the feelings, we open up about the beauty and heartbreak that can exist in the same breath.

This one’s for anyone who’s celebrated something huge while also holding onto loss. It’s messy. It’s tender. And you’re not alone.