In Episode 18 of Key to the Bridge, Dr. Erica Bosque sits down with her colleague and friend Leela Munson—therapist, parent, and truth-teller—to unpack the raw realities of parenting and caregiving in 2025. Together, they explore:     •    The hidden labor and economic toll of raising children     •    How isolation, comparison, and exhaustion are shaping family life     •    Why social media is distorting both parenting expectations and support     •    The need to count caregiving as real labor—not just love work     •    How we can build micro-communities, even in a disconnected world This episode is for every parent, caregiver, or community builder wondering if they’re doing enough—and needing to hear that they’re not alone.

Host: Dr. Erica Bosque, Ed.D licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) #81547, Executive Director of Keystone Therapy & Training Services Guest: Leela Munton | Associate Clinical Social Worker (ASW) # 91400