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EPISODE · Sep 9, 2025 · 10 MIN

76: The Sandwich Generation Doctor Mom: 5 Shifts to Lighten the Load

from Inspired Mom MDs · host Cindy Van Praag, MD

Find the full transcript and bonus resources for physician moms at inspiredmommds.com/76.What if you could honor your kids, care for your parents, and still keep a piece of yourself intact? If you’re a sandwich generation mom, you know the struggle is real. Days start before the sun even rises and end long after it sets – you’re still carrying the weight of kids, parents, and patients.Some days it feels like there’s no breathing room. But here’s the thing: the weight doesn’t have to crush you. Today, I’m offering five shifts that make the chaos feel lighter, the guilt less heavy, and the everyday moments a little sweeter. These shifts help you move through this season with steadiness and compassion.You’ll come away with sense of hope that yes, I can navigate the demands of medicine, family, and life, and still feel like myself.So, take a breath, lean in, and let’s discover how to soften the edges of this season together.Text me your thoughts on the episode!Loved this one? A rating/review helps more physician moms find the show. And if you know someone who needs to hear this episode specifically, please send it her way!Check out InspiredMomMDs.com for more information about how I help physician moms! You can grab a copy of my freebie! Just click here for a quick download: 4 Steps to Take Back Control, Find Time for What Matters Most and Thrive in Your Practice and at HomeThis podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and isn’t a substitute for medical advice or care. I’m a board-certified physician, but this content isn’t connected to my clinical practice, and no doctor-patient relationship is formed here. Please always talk to your own health professional about any mental or physical health concerns. And as always, take what helps and leave the rest. Please see InspiredMomMDs.com for full legal disclaimer.  __________I work with physician moms who want to take back control of their time and energy so they can prioritize what matters most. 

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Find the full transcript and bonus resources for physician moms at inspiredmommds.com/76. What if you could honor your kids, care for your parents, and still keep a piece of yourself intact? If you’re a sandwich generation mom, you know the struggle is real. Days start before the sun even rises and end long after it sets – you’re still carrying the weight of kids, parents, and patients. Some days it feels like there’s no breathing room. But here’s the thing: the weight doesn’t hav...

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