Working Parents: Thriving in the Sandwich Generation

Life and work are a balancing act – and working parents with caregiver roles for their children as well as their own aging parents face unique challenges. For years, Amie Peele Carter was squarely in the midst of the so-called “sandwich generation,” attempting to maintain her equilibrium (and sense of humor) as a busy lawyer at Faegre Baker Daniels, a loving (well, most of the time) wife and mother, and the primary caregiver for one of her own parents.

With the passing of her Mom to ovarian cancer in August 2009, Amie carries a richer understanding of the “sandwich generation,” and she shares her personal thoughts in this new chapter of her life. Knowing how it feels to be immersed in multiple roles 24/7, Amie passes along tips on keeping all fronts going — while maintaining some sense of order as well as your sanity. She talks of organizing, prioritizing, scheduling, strategizing and even relaxing, if ever she can squeeze in a quiet moment. Amie also shares her feelings about grieving and moving on after the loss of a parent.  Amie uses her experiences to help others through her blog, speaking engagements and individual consulting.

At Faegre Baker Daniels, Amie is a member of the trademark, copyright and e-commerce groups in the firm’s intellectual property practice. She enjoys speaking at national conferences and to local organizations on topics related to her practice. Amie also works extensively with the firm’s sports and entertainment clients.

Creativity and balance are as important at work as they are on the homefront – to successfully navigating complex situations. Join the conversation, your feedback is always welcome!

The commentary in this blog is intended for dialogue and enjoyment only. It is not to be considered legal advice.