Caregiving comes with a stack of questions that rarely fit into neat answers—and that’s exactly where we go in this episode. We open up about the moments no one posts: the dark days, the quick resets that actually help, and the honest boundary decisions when history with a parent or…
A quiet salon visit brought immense joy to Mom. The stylist's care, the peaceful atmosphere, and the stunning new haircut created a truly magical experience, sparking a radiant smile and a newfound confidence. #CaregiverLife #HairTransformation #SpecialMoments #DaughterLove #MakingMemories
Trying to make it to Zetty's hair appointment, but things aren't going as planned! A decision must be made: continue or abort? Then, a sudden collapse! #Late #HairAppointment #Unexpected #LifeHappens
Zeddie is stronger than she seems. Frail, yes, but her fire still burns bright. When she saw me putting in the work, she was ready to go. #InnerStrength #FamilyLove #Resilience #NeverGiveUp
Witness the epic battle of butt vs. wheelchair! Scooching, snaking, and soul training—all to avoid a Zaddy-related disaster. A Slinky on a waterslide has nothing on this. #WheelchairLife #FunnyStruggles #DisabilityHumor #RealLife #Relatable
Zeddy made me swear I'd never let her gray hair show if she ever got old. 20 inches of hair, but 4 inches of gray roots. #GrayHair #HairRoots #Aging #HairCare
What does perseverance look like when words are gone and the day goes sideways? We set out to honor a promise—no gray roots, ever—and walked straight into a masterclass on safety, dignity, and the tiny choices that keep identity alive. A new caregiver, a wardrobe wobble, and then the moment…
Explore the journey of crafting new laws from initial concept to final enactment. Witness significant legislative achievements and understand the process behind them. #LegislativeProcess #LawMaking #Government #Civics
Meet Chanda, who became a quadriplegic at age 9. Witness her inspiring journey as she navigates life with strength, adaptive tools, and the support of dedicated caregivers. #Quadriplegic #SpinalCordInjury #AdaptiveTools #Inspiration #Resilience
What if the care system you need doesn’t exist yet? Chanda didn’t wait. In this episode, we speak with Chanda Hinton, founder of the Chanda Center for Health. After a childhood spinal cord injury and years of depending on medicines and medical care, Chanda found that daily movement, touch-based therapies,…
Brandon Claybon of Beyond the Gates, Zatima, Grey's Anatomy and more - has been deeply touched by Alzheimer's. The disease runs in his family, from his grandmother to his cousin. No cure yet—advocating for research is key. #Alzheimers #DementiaAwareness #Research #MedicalResearch
Celebrate Family Caregiver Month with the Parenting Up family! Learn about their caregiving journey and milestones. #FamilyCaregiverMonth #CaregivingJourney #ParentingUp #FamilyMilestones
In the chaos, don't forget love. A reminder to cherish connection amidst the storm. New podcast launching! We're also hiring—join our team! Apply now at our website. #Love #Connection #Podcast #Hiring #Teamwork
J Smiles inspires with life lessons, urging us to conquer obstacles and honoring his mother's resilience. A powerful message about facing challenges head-on. #LifeLessons #Motivation #Inspiration #OvercomeChallenges
Hey Parenting Up Family! In honor of Family Caregiving Month, we are bringing you not just two, but three episodes in November! Check out this mini episode where I share a personal moment I had after celebrating Zetty's birthday, my 10-year comedy anniversary, and my 5 Year podcast anniversary -…
Facing the fear of Alzheimer's due to family history. It's natural to wonder if genetics or lifestyle will lead to the same path. It's a concern for myself and my parents. #Alzheimers #FamilyHistory #HealthConcerns #Genetics
Parenting Up Family! Thank you for watching this special episode during National Family Caregivers Month! We are usually bi-weekly, but thanks to the Alzheimer's Association of Georgia, we are releasing this bonus episode this month! In this episode, Actor and Alzheimer's Advocate Brandon Claybon joins us at the Alzheimer's Association…
Remember Saturday morning road trips? Even though she was older, she always wanted to come along, and it was the best thing in the world. She loved exploring every aisle. #RoadTrips #FamilyFun #SaturdayMorning #ChildhoodMemories
Asked my dad if there's any place he's ever dreamed of visiting. His reaction? Priceless. We're turning those dreams into reality, one adventure at a time. Get ready to explore! #TravelDreams #FamilyAdventure #MakingMemories #TravelGoals
Strangers offering help to family caregivers can unlock a whole world of support! These random acts of kindness remind us of the importance of community. #Caregivers #CommunitySupport #Kindness #FamilyCare
Teenage girls aren't "overly dramatic." Adults often dismiss their real stress and anxiety. The biggest advice: ditch judgment, see their perspective first. It's real. #TeenageGirls #Anxiety #MentalHealth #TeenStress
In today's episode, we look at what it looks like to choose love—and keep choosing it, day after day. We sit down with Jahmell E. Terrell aka JET, a friend of J Smiles and a grandson who decided his grandmother with dementia wouldn’t go to a facility. He brought her…
