Kate Whitson Shares Her Journey as a Caregiving Wife

Today, we are joined by Kate Whitson, who talks about her husband Randy's ALL diagnosis.  Randy was 43, and their son was about to turn 5 and go into kindergarten.

Kate discusses the unique challenges of being Randy's caregiver and trying to convey the situation to Max in an age appropriate way. In some ways, they were lucky that Max was too young to fully understand the situation, but they faced the daunting task of Max starting school under unique circumstances.

Kate relied on many family members to help her take care of both Randy and Max throughout this ordeal. They found it helped to normalize things for Max by having Friday Family Movie Night at the hospital, complete with pizza. And you'll love the story of one friend who waited in the lobby for hours just in case Kate needed a listening ear that day-- and she did! 

Kate shares the importance of putting your oxygen mask on first, just like they say on a flight. Also, as hard as it may seem, accept help from loved ones and to talk to others who have been in your shoes. 

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