Episodes

Not all difficult cancer moments happen in the scan room. Sometimes, they happen in the doctor's office. When a dismissive tone, a careless comment, or an unwillingness to collaborate shakes your confidence what do you do? In this episode, Charlotte shares personal stories and practical tools for navigating uncomfortable interactions with medical teams. If you’ve ever walked out of a doctor’s office feeling worse than when you walked in, this episode is for you. Tune in for real talk, real st...

You became a caregiver—but no one told you. In this episode, Charlotte explores the quiet, unseen moment you stepped into caregiving. Not when the doctor said, "It's cancer," but in the silent shift that happened inside you. Through vivid storytelling and deep emotional resonance, she names what so many caregivers feel but can’t always articulate the grief, the overwhelm, the invisible weight. This episode is your mirror, your breath, your permission to matter. Tune in and reclaim your role,...

In this episode, Charlotte digs into the heartache and frustration caregivers often feel around the idea of “making time to connect.” If you’re exhausted, overwhelmed, or wondering if connection is even worth it, this episode is for you. Through compassionate insight and practical guidance, Charlotte reminds us that connection doesn’t have to be a big event; sometimes, a simple “hello” or shared smile can water a part of us that feels like it's been withering away. Tune in for small shifts tha...

When cancer rewrites the story of your life, how do you hold onto the parts of it that mattered most? In this powerful episode, Charlotte guides caregivers through the grief of losing the ability to enjoy life with the person you care for the...

Download your free Scanxiety Guide at When the stress of upcoming scans weighs heavy, how do you stop the spiral of fear before it takes over?  In this episode, Charlotte shares the powerful "S" in her ESCAPE framework: Shift Your Focus....

Download your free Scanxiety Toolkit at When was the last time you made a wish, for yourself?  In this intimate and powerful episode, Charlotte takes us through a quiet moment that sparked a life-altering realization: she hadn't wished for...

Find your free scanxiety toolkit at When caregiving feels thankless and resentment starts to bubble, it’s easy to ask: “Why should I be the one to fix this?”  In this episode, Charlotte addresses the anger and emotional fatigue caregivers...

Find the Scanxiety Toolkit at www.cancercaregiverpodcast.com/tools  When caregiving takes over, it’s easy to forget what it feels like to just be with your loved one. No meds, no schedules, no survival mode. In this episode, Charlotte shares...

Scanxiety hits hard. Just when you think you’re coping, a simple appointment reminder can send you spiraling.  But you don’t have to stay stuck in the fear. In this episode, Charlotte shares the first step of her ESCAPE plan: Engaging Your...

Find your free Scanxiety Toolkit at As caregivers, we often feel like we’re flailing in a world that seems to know what it’s doing.  But what if no one actually has it all figured out?  Tune in for a heartwarming reflection on stepping...

Feeling overwhelmed? Just stop. Take a breath, step out of your racing thoughts, and notice what’s around you.  In this episode, we guide you through the power of pausing. No schedules. No rules.  Just a moment for you.  Learn how...

When cancer enters a relationship, everything changes. The person you love shifts, the connection you shared begins to strain, and the weight of caregiving starts to overshadow your role as a spouse.  In this deeply personal episode, we explore...

Download Your Scanxiety Toolkit at Do caregiver appreciation days make you feel seen, or do they just remind you how invisible you are the rest of the year? In this episode, we get real about the fleeting recognition caregivers receive and why it’s...

Feeling overwhelmed as scan day approaches? You’re not alone. In this episode of The Cancer Caregiver Podcast, Charlotte breaks down the paralyzing cycle of scanxiety and how it can leave caregivers stuck, exhausted, and unable to function. But...

Feeling the weight of scanxiety? You’re not alone. In this episode, Charlotte reveals a powerful, actionable strategy to break free from anxiety’s grip before and after medical appointments. Introducing the ESCAPE Plan.  A simple but...

Feeling guilty when taking a break as a cancer caregiver is incredibly common, but it’s also the barrier that prevents you from truly caring for yourself. In this episode, Charlotte explores the guilt that often creeps in when caregivers try to...

Feeling overwhelmed and out of control in the lead-up to your loved one's cancer scans? You're not alone. In this episode, we dive into the all-too-familiar experience of "scanxiety"—the emotional rollercoaster that comes with the anticipation of...

You’re the unsung hero in your loved one’s cancer journey. This episode of The Cancer Caregiver Podcast reminds you just how vital you are, not just to their care but to their ability to live life beyond the diagnosis. From managing appointments...

January’s quiet can feel suffocating after the holiday chaos, leaving you overwhelmed and unsure how to move forward. In this episode, we unpack why this fog descends, what it reveals about your needs, and how to use this moment to reset and find...

This mantra meditation helps you focus and feel calm by repeating a word or phrase, called a mantra, over and over. Saying the mantra keeps your mind from wandering and helps you feel more relaxed and peaceful. This practice can reduce stress, improve...

Caregiving often feels overwhelming, especially when life with cancer leaves little room for personal focus. In this episode of The Cancer Caregiver Podcast, we’re ditching the pressure of New Year’s resolutions and exploring a more...

This 5 minute square breathing exercise is a simple technique that helps you feel calm and focused by slowing down your breath. This can reduce stress, improve concentration, and make you feel more in control when you're anxious or overwhelmed. ...

Holiday gatherings can be tough for caregivers. Between unsolicited advice, "miracle cure" suggestions, and those dreaded "You poor thing" comments, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. But you don’t have to face these moments unprepared! In this...

This 10 minute visualization meditation will help you feel calm and focused by imagining peaceful scenes or positive outcomes in your mind. We will use this visualization to find your goal feeling for the holidays to use in figuring out what to say...