The Caregiver Cup Podcast

Send Cathy a text:) Stepping into a hospital house is entering a world most caregivers never know exists until they"re suddenly immersed in it. After 45+ days living at Kathy"s House while my husband undergoes stem cell transplant treatment, I"ve discovered the raw, complex reality of caregiving away from home—and the

Send Cathy a text:) Have you ever found yourself in the chaos of caregiving thinking, "I can"t do this anymore"? That feeling of wanting to give up is universal among caregivers, especially during prolonged challenges and setbacks. When I hit emotional walls during  Denis" stem cell transplant journey, I discovered a p

Send Cathy a text:) Fear, worry, and uncertainty often feel like unwelcome yet permanent companions on the caregiving journey. After receiving a heartfelt message from a listener worried about her husband"s upcoming bone marrow transplant, I knew this topic needed addressing – not just for her, but for all of us naviga

Send Cathy a text:) Ever reached that breaking point where your body simply won"t let you power through anymore? That"s exactly where I found myself this week as my husband Dennis faced serious complications following his stem cell transplant for cancer. This raw mini-episode takes you through the emotional rollercoast

Send Cathy a text:) What happens when your support just isn"t helping? When encouragement falls flat? When your loved one withdraws completely? These are the unspoken challenges of caregiving that leave us feeling helpless and questioning our effectiveness. Drawing from my current experience supporting my husband throu

Send Cathy a text:) Emotional support isn"t just something we provide as caregivers—it"s often the most exhausting yet invisible part of our role. When our loved ones are in pain, frustrated, or losing hope, we become their cheerleaders, their comforters, and their gentle push to keep going, sometimes when we barely ha