Summary:
In this episode, host Carole Leathem interviews Jen Babakhan, author of the book 'Disrupted: Finding Peace with a Parent's Terminal Illness.'
Jen shares her personal experience of her mother's terminal illness and how it turned her world upside down.
She talks about the importance of finding strength in Jesus and relying on His presence during difficult times.
Jen also discusses the steps she took to care for her mom, including getting a second opinion and utilizing palliative and hospice care.
The conversation touches on the topics of grief and the need for resources and support for those walking through a similar journey.
In this conversation, Carole and Jen discuss the experience of caring for a terminally ill parent.
They talk about the mixture of grief and anxiety that comes with knowing the end is near, and the importance of being present in the moment.
They also discuss the challenges of helping children navigate grief and loss, and the importance of self-care during the caregiving journey.
Jen shares her own experiences and offers insights and advice for others going through similar situations.
Takeaways:
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and Background
02:09 The Shocking Diagnosis and Turning Point
06:22 Finding Strength in Jesus
10:37 Navigating the Journey of Caregiving
13:02 The Importance of Second Opinions and Treatment Options
15:26 Understanding Palliative and Hospice Care
19:01 The Need for Resources and Support
19:29 Being Present in the Moment
20:06 Helping Children Navigate Grief and Loss
20:55 The Importance of Self-Care
25:29 Exercise and Movement as Self-Care
27:25 Finding Comfort in Faith
Connect with Jen:
Website: www.JenBabakhan.com
Social Media:
Instagram: @JenBabakhan
Facebook:@JenBabakhanauthor
Book: https://www.amazon.com/Disrupted-Finding-parents-terminal-illness/dp/1962705056
Connect with Carole:
Website - https://www.thecaretakersjourney.com/
Social Media -
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/carolesjourney/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/carolesjourney