Many Boomer women have lived through single parenthood themselves. Today, many are watching their children navigate the same journey under very different circumstances.

Pat Hankin joins Agnes to discuss the realities of modern single parenting, the invisible mental load, practical systems that reduce overwhelm, and how grandparents can become part of a healthy support network without sacrificing themselves in the process.

• Understanding the hidden mental load of parenting
• Why writing things down reduces overwhelm
• The importance of routines for children and adults
• Building support systems and asking for help
• Grandparenting without judgment or overstepping
• Resilience, failure, and raising capable children
• Managing time, energy, and expectations
• Why “doing less” is sometimes the smartest strategy

Pat reminds us that support doesn’t always mean doing more. Sometimes it means offering practical help, sharing wisdom gently, and helping the next generation realize they don’t have to carry everything alone.

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