from someone who’s been there.

There was something about nighttime that made caregiving feel heavier. During the day, I could stay busy. There were medications to give, things to clean, phone calls to make, appointments to think about, supplies to keep track of, and a hundred little problems demanding my attention. But nighttime was different.…

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Caregiver. Chemist. Human.
I’m Meggen — the heart behind The Piney Chemist. After years of intensive caregiving without much support, I started sharing the tools, lessons, and truths I wish someone had told me sooner. This space is for caregivers who feel tired, invisible, and overwhelmed — but keep going anyway. You’re not alone here.
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