Taking Care Of Our Parents (And Our Kids)
b'If you\\u2019re part of the \\u201csandwich generation\\u201d\\u2013 taking care of your parents and your children at the same time\\u2013 you\\u2019ve got a lot of company. The demographic trends of later parenting and increasing life expectancies mean this double-caretaking will become a reality for a lot more of us. And it seems that this responsibility is falling more often on women: two-thirds of people doing the double caretaking are female.\\xa0\\nIn this episode, we discuss how caring for parents can be particularly fraught, whether you\\u2019re giving them daily insulin shots, or just trying to make sense of their finances every April.\\xa0\\nWe also discuss the importance of prioritizing our own mental and physical health, even (especially) when there seems to be little time to do so.\\xa0\\nFinally, we talk about operating from a place of maximum vulnerability. Realize that you really are doing more than any one person can handle. Get specific about the help you need, and be honest when you\\u2019re hitting your limits.\\xa0\\nHere are links to some of the writing on the topic that we discuss in this episode: \\nDorothy A. Miller: The \'sandwich\' generation: adult children of the aging\\nJessica Grose for NYT: \\u2018It\\u2019s Pretty Brutal\\u2019: The Sandwich Generation Pays a Price\\nKatica Roy for Fast Company: I\\u2019m a breadwinner mom and this is why helping women in the sandwich generation is good for the U.S. economy\\nMichelle Konstantinovsky for One Medical: The Sandwich Generation: Managing Stress While Caring For Others\\nAlia E. Dastagir\\xa0for the Chicago Sun Times: \\u2018Sandwich generation\\u2019 stress: Adults caring for aging parents face stress, frustration\\nSpecial thanks to our sponsors for this month: \\nOnce Upon a Farm fruit and vegetable blends are made with whole, organic, farm-fresh ingredients and packaged in grab-and-go pouches. Go to onceuponafarmorganics.com and use the code FRESH25 for 25% off your first order. \\nBetterhelp\\xa0Start taking charge of your mental health\\u2013 no matter where you live. Go to\\xa0betterhelp.com/fresh\\xa0to get 10% off your first month of counseling.\\xa0\\nBrooklinen\'s luxurious, high-quality\\xa0sheets\\xa0are the ultimate\\xa0bedding\\xa0upgrade! Go to brooklinen.com and use the promo code FRESH for $20 off your minimum purchase of $100.\\nDermafacs cream rejuvenates your skin\'s texture and fades the appearance of damage or scars in just a few weeks. Go to dermafacs.com/whatfreshhell and use the code whatfreshhell for 15% off.\\nGreen Chef\\u2019s\\xa0expert chefs design flavorful recipes that go way beyond the ordinary. Go to\\xa0greenchef.com/laughing125 and use code\\xa0laughing125\\xa0to get $125 off including free shipping. \\nJane.com\\xa0is a boutique marketplace featuring the latest in women\\u2019s fashion, accessories, home decor, children\\u2019s clothing, and more. By shopping at\\xa0jane.com, you support small businesses, 1500 of which are women-owned. And you will not believe the prices!\\xa0Visit\\xa0jane.com/laughing.\\nKiwiCo\\xa0projects make science, technology, engineering, art, and math super fun\\u2013\\xa0and best of all, kids of all ages can work on them independently! Get 50% off your first month at\\xa0kiwico.com\\xa0with the code\\xa0MOTHERHOOD. \\nMamaZen\\xa0is an app that provides a revolutionary solution for motherhood burnout, anxiety, impatience, and more. Download MamaZen today from your app store, and use the code\\xa0"FRESH"\\xa0to unlock a free trial.\\nProse\\xa0now makes supplements personally tailored to address your specific cause of hair shedding. Get your free in-depth consultation and 15% off your custom hair supplements at\\xa0prose.com/laughing.\\xa0\\nSomfy powered motorized window coverings are a great way to keep your home cool- and they connect to your smart home systems! Get a customized quote for your home by visiting http://somfysystems.com/podcast.\\xa0\\nSuperBeets heart chews are a tasty treat that give you caffeine-free, heart-healthy energy. Get a free 30-day supply and free shipping and returns with your first purchase at superbeets.com/fresh.\\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices'