Parenting UP! Caregiving adventures with comedian J Smiles

By J Smiles

Get engulfed in the intense journey of a caregiver who happens to be a comedian. J Smiles use of levity reveals the stress and rewards of caregiving interwoven with her own personal journey.

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The podcast currently has 124 episodes available.

Parenting UP! Caregiving adventures with comedian J Smiles episodes:

February 21, 2023 I tripped over Zetty!
J learns the hard way about shadowing in the world of dementia when Zetty approaches her from the rear and they both end up on the floor. Tuck your earbuds close for a rollercoaster of laughs and heartfelt storytelling.

Join Alzheimer's favorite duo for another journey of heavy reality sprinkled love and laugher.

Catch J's signature SNUGGLE UP ending for provocative take aways.
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33min
January 30, 2023 Did he say Zetty doesn't have ALZ?!?
J was traveling, meeting new friends. While describing what she does back home, Zetty came up. Feeling connected and free, J showed videos of Zetty to this intimate group of newcomers to her life.

A single voice exclaims, "J, your mom does not have ALZ." Startled and intrigued, J leans in and a very uncommon conversation ensues. No ALZ?

Listening and learning, teaching and advising J Smiles walks away full.

Join Alzheimer's favorite duo for another journey of heavy reality lifted sprinkled love and laugher.

Catch J's signature SNUGGLE UP ending for offers provocative take aways.

The Legacy Museum
https://museumandmemorial.eji.org/

The National Memorial for Peace and Justice (lynching)
https://museumandmemorial.eji.org/memorial
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41min
December 29, 2022 Caregivers, let MORE go!
J planned for a nothing Dec 25th. Surely she could at least have a quiet day with Zetty during such a festive time of year. Shortly after breakfast all-hell broke loose. Zilch plan be damned. Z's incontinence had plan of its own. But it is NOT shower day, dammit!!!

Stuck between a rock and a very soft, smelly space, J tries to regroup and salvage her already bleak Christmas hopes.

Join Alzheimer's favorite duo for another journey of heavy reality lifted sprinkled love and laugher.

As always J's signature SNUGGLE UP ending, offers provocative take aways.

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28min
December 18, 2022 The Black Hole: Depth Perception
When Zetty's trainer and hired caregivers tell J Smiles of her reluctance to step up or onto things, J is perplexed. Why? Zetty has the physical strength, she is in good spirits -- are the caretakers exaggerating? Is this related to ALZ? Maybe Zetty is taking advantage of them.

J is determined to get some answers because remodeling the house feels overwhelming.

Expert advice from Home Care Assistance Edmonton and Vision Aware are shared too!

As always J's signature SNUGGLE UP ending, offers provocative take aways.

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34min
November 21, 2022 THOR is 10x more likely to get ALZ!
When Superhero, SUPA-hunk Chris Hemsworth finds out each parent gave him the rare gift of APOE4, J Smiles is blown away. How can THOR, a god of longevity, be 10x more likely to get Alzheimer's?

YES - Chris is an actor. THOR is a fictional character. The collision of the two allowed the medical discovery which could save Chris' life.

J taps into National Geographic's Limitless, a docuseries on longevity. She covers a bit of Dr. Peter Attia approach to extending a person's life with a higher quality.

Hemsworth's outlook is supernatural, calling the info a blessing. Smiles uses quotes, anecdotes dotes and more to pull apart options of wellness and lifestyle.

As always J's signature SNUGGLE UP ending, offers provocative take aways.

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27min
November 12, 2022 Floating in The Deep End a Conversation with Patti Davis
Patti Davis, US President Ronald Reagan's daughter, joins J for an in-depth conversation about her new book, Floating in the Deep End: How Caregivers Can See Beyond Alzheimer's.

Patti shares personal stories of caring for her dad and becoming a caregiver saved her life. J digs into Patti's experience running a support group for caregivers after her dad's death. The honesty about issues with family members, struggles with denial and learning to lie are only a few of the topics where these two dive deep.

They highlight several of the book's how-to's, best practices and much more in this "how to be" resource rich episode.

As always J's signature SNUGGLE UP ending, offers provocative take aways.

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1h 4min
November 01, 2022 Surprise a Caregiver, Shock yourself!
A quick text turns into a caregiver support session. J thinks she is surprising a "brother-cousin" caregiver yet she is the one left shook. Ever the optimist, Smiles decides to embrace the visit even after a dark start. Join J as she explains all the emotions of visiting a caregiver in the thick of it.

As always J's signature SNUGGLE UP ending, offering provocative take aways.

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YT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDGFb1t2RC_m1yMnFJ2T4jw
Patreon: https://patreon.com/jsmilesstudios
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38min
October 17, 2022 Zetty is a Nap Nazi!
J Smiles is a self-proclaimed master napper. This super skill has saved her countless times throughout life. J expects to utilize it frequently during caregiving duty. Until...

Exhausted from a live comedy performance, Smiles attempts to catch a quick nap while on-shift with Zetty. One problem, Zetty keeps interrupting. Foggy and frustrated, J has to figure out how to manage the moment.

Expert Power Nap tips round out the episode before J's signature SNUGGLE UP ending, offering provocative take aways.

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37min
October 01, 2022 I'm a snitch!
J Smiles, hired to perform an entire 60 minute comedy set on caregiving content feels slimy when the audience demands juicer jokes. Does telling the dirty truth about Zetty's dark ALZ moments on stage make J a snitch?

In a flash protecting Z is at odds with performing. The responsibilities of caregiving often interrupt J's schedule but this is the first time her stage-life is at stake.

Join our favorite ALZ DUO on another magical ride and lean into J's signature SNUGGLE UP at the end offering provocative take aways.

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Support the show
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24min
August 30, 2022 So stressed, vacation didn't work!
J Smiles cannot believe that her tried and true girlfriend get-a-way failed to rejuvenate her. She planned, packed and even peeled off a few pounds for that new swimsuit. The weather - perfect. Crew - solid. Sand and sun steady remedies. How in the world did this happen?

Caregivers must vacation, yes. The goal is to be refreshed and relaxed afterwards. Is there a better way, a newer way -- a different manner of vacay CGs?

In her comical narrative, J shares what she believes went wrong and potential solutions she has uncovered since. As always, listen until the end for the trademarked SnuggleUP.

Kasana Care (Single & Multi-day retreats in USA & Mexico)
https://www.kasanacare.com

Caregiving.com List of Retreats in USA
https://www.caregiving.com/posts/caregiver-retreats-and-respite-camps

List of Wellness Retreats across the world
https://retreat.guru

Caregiver Wellness Resort, New Mexico USA
https://www.caregiverwellnessretreat.com

Stonewall Farm Bed and Breakfast, New Hampshire, USA
https://www.stonewallfarmbedandbreakfast-countryweddings.com/caregiver-s-respite-retreat

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🎥 YouTube Channel: Parenting UP!
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDGFb1t2RC_m1yMnFJ2T4jw
Support the show
"Alzheimer's is heavy but we ain't gotta be!"
IG: https://www.instagram.com/parentingup
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YT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDGFb1t2RC_m1yMnFJ2T4jw
Patreon: https://patreon.com/jsmilesstudios
TEXT 'PODCAST" to +1 404 737 1449 - to give J topic ideas, feedback, say hi!
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33min

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The podcast currently has 124 episodes available.

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How many episodes does Parenting UP! Caregiving adventures with comedian J Smiles have?

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How many episodes does Parenting UP! Caregiving adventures with comedian J Smiles have?

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