Episode 16: When The Holidays Open Our Eyes

The holidays have a way of slowing us down—and sometimes, opening our eyes. 👀❤️

In this heartfelt episode, host Angela Vanderpool reflects on how holiday gatherings often shine a light on changes we may have been avoiding or didn’t notice before. From mom repeating the same story, to dad seeming more tired than usual, to the quiet realization that “something feels different,” the holidays can be a powerful wake-up call.

Angela gently walks listeners through:
✨ Why the holidays bring clarity around aging parents
✨ Common signs families notice for the first time
✨ The emotions that come with these realizations—guilt, fear, sadness, love
✨ How to start conversations without panic or pressure
✨ Why noticing is not failing—it’s caring

With compassion, honesty, and reassurance, this episode reminds listeners that awareness is the first step toward support—and that you are not alone on this journey. 💛

If the holidays opened your eyes this year, this episode is for you.

Company Name: Dharma Healthcare Management
Host: Angela Vanderpool
Podcast Name: Hey Mom, We Never Prepared For This

Podcast Description:
Honest conversations for adult children navigating aging parents. Hosted by senior living expert Angela Vanderpool, this podcast explores caregiving, aging, grief, and the emotional moments families experience as roles begin to shift.

Podcast URL: https://heymompodcast.com

Sponsor Name: Dharma Healthcare Management
Sponsor URL: https://www.dharmahealthcare.net/en/

Contact Number: 541.280.3786

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