Room to Grow Talks - The Heart of Care: Navigating the Many Phases of Caregiving

With all the firsts of early childhood, caregivers often come second—especially for those with limited access to resources. Room to Grow partners with caregivers and their families, and asks “What do you need?,” so that caregivers are equipped to focus on their children’s important firsts.

During this Room to Grow Talks event on September 16, 2024, we drew on this model to discuss the needs of carers throughout the caregiving journey and to raise awareness about the importance of equitable access to resources for all families. Our panelists explored the joys and challenges of caregiving, from parenting children to caring for parents and other loved ones.

Thank you to our panelists for joining us to address this topic and lend their expertise!

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Remarks:
Sandra Meideros, New York Director, Room to Grow
Akilah King, CEO, Room to Grow

Panelists:
Dr. Allison Applebaum, a clinical psychologist and author of Stand By Me: A Guide to Navigating Modern, Meaningful Caregiving

Lauren Smith Brody, founder of The Fifth Trimester movement and the author of The Fifth Trimester: The Working Mom's Guide to Style, Sanity, and Big Success After Baby

José Rolón, known as @nycgaydad on Instagram, the first LGBTQ+ dad on the cover of Parents Latina Magazine, and NYC wedding planner featured in media such as The New York Times

Moderated by:
Ericka Sóuter, parenting writer, contributor on Good Morning America, and author of How to Have a Kid and a Life: A Survival Guide