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by Erna and Megan
A podcast about the ups and downs of family caregiving during early and middle adulthood.
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In the season finale, hosts Erna and Megan reflect on a year of conversations with caregivers and experts, exploring grief, the power of community, workplace policies, and the many faces of caregiving. They share candid lessons learned, gratitude for their guests, and reminders about asking for and offering support as caregivers continue their journeys.
In the season finale, hosts Erna and Megan reflect on a year of conversations with caregivers and experts, exploring grief, the power of community, workplace policies, and the many faces of caregiving. They share candid lessons learned, gratitude for their guests, and reminders about asking for and offering support as caregivers continue their journeys.
Hosts Erna and Megan interview Hannah Setzer—author, advocate, adaptive fitness coach, and parent—about living authentically with disability, caregiving, and creating community. Hannah shares stories of resilience, parenting children, and how she turned a dream for an inclusive playground into new local initiatives. The episode highlights practical advice on building supportive communities (both online and in-person), pursuing and achieving goals, and finding joy in everyday life while navigating challenges. To learn about Hannah and her work, check out the following links: Uniquely Abled — organization that supports adaptive sports and fitness https://www.uniquelyabledfitness.org/ Washington Post — featuring Hannah’s community project https://www.washingtonpost.com/local/setzer-accessible-playground-disabled-foster/2021/06/16/8af7a452-cebb-11eb-a7f1-52b8870bef7c_story.html Hannah Setzer’s Instagram — for ongoing advocacy and updates @hannahvsetzer Hannah's Farm https://handcraftedbyhannah.com/ One of Hannah's Books: https://tantor.com/author/hannah-setzer.html
Erna and Megan speak with clinical hypnotherapist and end-of-life doula Sarah Rubens about her sudden caregiving journey, the emotional and physical challenges of caring for loved ones, and how community, spirituality, and therapeutic tools like hypnosis supported her healing. They explore grief as embodied energy, practical ways to build support, and guidance for navigating life after caregiving—emphasizing meaning-making, compassion, and multiple paths to recovery. To learn more about Sarah, you can find her here: https://www.treestarhypnosis.com/ @treestarhypnosis
Erna and Megan speak with clinical hypnotherapist and end-of-life doula Sarah Rubens about her sudden caregiving journey, the emotional and physical challenges of caring for loved ones, and how community, spirituality, and therapeutic tools like hypnosis supported her healing. They explore grief as embodied energy, practical ways to build support, and guidance for navigating life after caregiving—emphasizing meaning-making, compassion, and multiple paths to recovery. To learn more about Sarah, you can find her here: https://www.treestarhypnosis.com/ @treestarhypnosis
This episode explores the social and personal dimensions of caregiving, highlighting its undervaluation, gendered expectations, and the need for supportive policies. Hosts Erna and Megan share personal stories, societal observations, and call for greater recognition and support for caregivers across all experiences. Caregiving Documentary Information: https://www.pbs.org/show/caregiving/ Megan discussed full day kindergarten--her state has a policy for optional full day, and here is a report detailing the impacts of full day kindergarten: https://edworkingpapers.com/sites/default/files/ai24-987.pdf
This episode explores the social and personal dimensions of caregiving, highlighting its undervaluation, gendered expectations, and the need for supportive policies. Hosts Erna and Megan share personal stories, societal observations, and call for greater recognition and support for caregivers across all experiences. Caregiving Documentary Information: https://www.pbs.org/show/caregiving/ Megan discussed full day kindergarten--her state has a policy for optional full day, and here is a report detailing the impacts of full day kindergarten: https://edworkingpapers.com/sites/default/files/ai24-987.pdf
Hosts Erna and Megan interview Hannah Setzer—author, advocate, adaptive fitness coach, and parent—about living authentically with disability, caregiving, and creating community. Hannah shares stories of resilience, parenting children, and how she turned a dream for an inclusive playground into new local initiatives. The episode highlights practical advice on building supportive communities (both online and in-person), pursuing and achieving goals, and finding joy in everyday life while navigating challenges. To learn about Hannah and her work, check out the following links: Uniquely Abled — organization that supports adaptive sports and fitness https://www.uniquelyabledfitness.org/ Washington Post — featuring Hannah’s community project https://www.washingtonpost.com/local/setzer-accessible-playground-disabled-foster/2021/06/16/8af7a452-cebb-11eb-a7f1-52b8870bef7c_story.html Hannah Setzer’s Instagram — for ongoing advocacy and updates @hannahvsetzer Hannah's Farm https://handcraftedbyhannah.com/ One of Hannah's Books: https://tantor.com/author/hannah-setzer.html
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