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EPISODE · May 15, 2026 · 42 MIN

EP 41: The Emotional & Financial Stress of the Sandwich Generation

from Unraveled and Rising Podcast · host Michelle Kavanaugh, Terry de Aragon, and Kimberly Diaz

What happens when you’re still supporting your kids… while suddenly becoming responsible for aging parents too?In this honest conversation, Kimberly and Terry share their experiences with the “sandwich generation” — navigating adult children, divorce, medical issues, aging parents, burnout, overwhelm, and the pressure of holding everything together.We also discuss:“Parent dumps” happening at hospitals more oftenFinancial strain and caregiver burnoutThe emotional impact of caring for parentsWhy so many people feel exhausted, anxious, and alone right nowIf you’ve been carrying the weight of everyone else’s needs, this episode will make you feel seen.🧡 Kimberly also recommends this free assessment tool for families navigating aging parent care: https://agingparentstoolkit.com/

What happens when you’re still supporting your kids… while suddenly becoming responsible for aging parents too?In this honest conversation, Kimberly and Terry share their experiences with the “sandwich generation” — navigating adult children, divorce, medical issues, aging parents, burnout, overwhelm, and the pressure of holding everything together.We also discuss:“Parent dumps” happening at hospitals more oftenFinancial strain and caregiver burnoutThe emotional impact of caring for parentsWhy so many people feel exhausted, anxious, and alone right nowIf you’ve been carrying the weight of everyone else’s needs, this episode will make you feel seen.🧡 Kimberly also recommends this free assessment tool for families navigating aging parent care: https://agingparentstoolkit.com/

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What happens when you’re still supporting your kids… while suddenly becoming responsible for aging parents too?In this honest conversation, Kimberly and Terry share their experiences with the “sandwich generation” — navigating adult children,...

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