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Real Conversations about Aging Parents

Rebecca Tapia, MD

Join me every week for REAL conversations about the ups, downs and sideways of navigating life with aging parents. We focus on mindset, education and collaboration through a willingness to discuss raw stories and all the sticky topics. Cultural pressure? Financial problems? Family dynamics? Fascinating!! No judgement here. No shoulds. Just a bunch of people figuring this out together. About the host: I am a recovering perfect daughter, former roommate of my 91 year old grandmother, and a

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All Episodes

36:41

Father's Day Special: Conversation with my Dad

Real Conversations about Aging Parents ·

2023/06/14

Welcome!I know I ask tough and probing questions. My life is NOT off limits. Join us for this episode as I interview my Dad about his life planning. For context, my parents divorced ten years ago and I am "the daughter" in the family (I have three brothers, one of which you will hear from in a future podcast). Caveats:This is a judgement free zoneThere are no "shoulds" allowed, we live in curiosityTake what works well for you, leave the rest!If you are finding value in this podcast, please share and

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55:07

Sally: What if Mom falls down the stairs & Dad with...

Real Conversations about Aging Parents ·

2023/06/07

Welcome!In this episode we talk about four different significant elders with Sally. She shares about her worries, her hopes, her experiences with both her in-laws and her parents. Her father has had dementia for several years, and her mother is still very sharp and active. Join us for this nitty gritty conversation!Caveats:This is a judgement free zoneThere are no "shoulds" allowed, we live in curiosityTake what works well for you, leave the rest!If you are finding value in this podcast, please

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51:08

Anne: Mom pressuring physician daughter to move back...

Real Conversations about Aging Parents ·

2023/05/25

Welcome!In this episode we talk about pressure to move across the country to be located near an aging parent. It's a complex decision, one which requires to dig deep and examine your reasons and thought process.Tip & spoiler alert - an eternally unhappy person will not suddenly become happier when you relocate geographically closer. Can't wait for you to listen!Caveats:This is a judgement free zoneThere are no "shoulds" allowed, we live in curiosityTake what works well for you, leave the rest!If

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44:59

Jaylenn: Welcome to retirement: your mother needs a...

Real Conversations about Aging Parents ·

2023/05/18

In this episode we talk with Jaylenn. She spent the first part of her retirement years heavily involved with her mother's care. Per usual, we hit the sticky topics:Caring for a demanding and ungrateful personA financially supportive but otherwise unavailable brotherExploring tolls on physical, emotional and marital healthLessons learnedCaveats:This is a judgement free zone!If you would like to dig deeper - check out my upcoming course and join the waitlist.Enjoy!Disclaimer: The information presented

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55:37

Terry: Blending career and end of life care for Dad

Real Conversations about Aging Parents ·

2023/05/11

Welcome!In this episode we explore Terry's experience with her father who fell into poor health shortly after she relocated back home after living in Australia. You know we love sticky topics, here are a few:Another female in the picture: girlfriend bailsA morally supportive brother but can't (won't) provide hands on careHandling incontinence issuesLessons learnedCaveats:This is a judgement free zoneThere are no "shoulds" allowed, we live in curiosityTake what works well for you, leave the rest!If

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01:01:19

Paul: Estranged from mother with breast cancer

Real Conversations about Aging Parents ·

2023/05/04

I love diverse voices on this topic. Males have aging parents too! Imagine that.Today we talk to Paul, who has been estranged from his mother for over 20 years. She is aging, currently diagnosed with breast cancer, and we explore his thoughts and approach in an open conversation. Watch for the cliffhanger at the end...Standard caveats:This is a judgement free spaceTake what helps, leave the rest No "shoulds" allowed - this is about curiosity and sharingThank you SO much for listening and supporting

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39:09

Rene Part 2: Email drama from Mom?

Real Conversations about Aging Parents ·

2023/04/27

Welcome!In this episode we continue the banter with my friend Rene.Enjoy!Caveats:This is a judgement free zoneThere are no "shoulds" allowed, we live in curiosityTake what works well for you, leave the rest!If you are finding value in this podcast, please share and leave a review so others can find it too!If you would like to dig deeper - check out my upcoming course and join the waitlist.RebeccaDisclaimer: The information presented on this podcast is solely for information purposes. We do not

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57:57

Rene part 1: Mom in stepped care, Dad traveling the...

Real Conversations about Aging Parents ·

2023/04/20

Welcome!In this episode we dig deep into several topics, so many I had to create a Part 2!Yes the first line is real regarding my dogs fighting right before I hit record, it's reality so I kept it. Anyway here is a sampling of topics:Background story for ReneAging parents who are divorced and living very different livesHer late grandmothers fear of dyingProfessional women and caregivingCaveats:This is a judgement free zoneThere are no "shoulds" allowed, we live in curiosityTake what works well for

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09:07

Introduction

Real Conversations about Aging Parents ·

2023/04/13

Welcome!This episode is a quick introduction to the podcast, it's origination, and the intent. No juicy stuff in this podcast - tune in to the following episodes to dig deeper!Caveats:This is a judgement free zoneThere are no "shoulds" allowed, we live in curiosityTake what works well for you, leave the rest!If you are finding value in this podcast, please share and leave a review so others can find it too!If you would like to dig deeper - check out my upcoming course and join the

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