Episode 1: Introduction: What even IS the Sandwich Generation? And are YOU in it?

Are you taking care of your young kids and aging parents? Are you feeling like you’re in the messy middle and you don’t know where to go? We felt the same way so we started this podcast ♡In this episode, we discuss the challenges faced by the sandwich generation, who are simultaneously caring for aging parents and raising young children. Our conversation introduces us, your charming co-hosts, Robyn Frank and Eliesa Johnson, as we share our personal experiences with being sandwiched. We also explore the emotional and financial burdens of caregiving, the importance of community support, and our hopes and dreams for The Sandwich Generation Pod and how we want YOU to be a part of it all! ✨Takeaways:Why is caregiving so emotionally and physically taxing?Community support is crucial!How isolation plays into the strugglesNavigating the complex process of Assisted LivingHumor as a coping mechanism is realBuild that community for much-needed support!Chapters00:00 Introduction to The Sandwich Generation Pod05:20 What IS Sandwich Generation?10:41 Our Hopes and Dreams for this Podcast14:19 Engagement and Community BuildingLinks and Resources:We want to hear from you and invite you to be a part of the community we are building! Do you want to share your story of being in The Sandwich Generation? Do you have a question or topic you’d love us to talk about? Maybe you have a very funny or terribly sad To Laugh or Cry Moment? We’d love to hear from you however you want to show up and you can find us in these spaces:Find us on Instagram @ thesandwichgenerationpodJoin our community on SubstackEmail us: [email protected] our Website: thesandwichgenerationpod.com