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The Sandwich Generation is real: Food and questions help the kids

The Sandwich Generation persists. School has started, the kids keep on growing and our medical knowledge and health sensibilities have expanded beyond our wildest expectations. In the past couple of months I’ve learned that gangrene is not uncommon, how to use left femoral bypass fluently, talk about various types of hematomas and that amputations are not a dirty word. It was the summer of health in our little corner of the sandwich generation and our boys were along for most of the ride.

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The Sandwich Generation is real-and doesn’t include bacon, Part One

The Sandwich Generation is the term used to describe people who are caring for young children, as well as an older parent. This is part one to an ongoing series where we’ll document things that might help others. The Sandwich Generation is an interesting period that has pros and cons. Pro: Your children get to experience time with their grandparents. Con: Depending on your family or their medical condition this could also be a con. There are a couple other downsides that occur to those who are dealing with this. We’re knee deep in dealing with the Sandwich Generation and have a couple helpful things you’ll want to consider.  Every situation is different. Some of these tips will translate to anyone, while others are more specific and will only resonate with those who in a medical Sandwich Generation situation. (say that five times fast)

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