Welcome to Sandbox Stories

A heartwarming space for caregiver reflections and insights, inspired by the Back to the Beginning podcast. Join us in sharing love and support.

Back to the Beginning: A Different Way to See Dementia

Ever wonder why dementia feels like going backward in time? In this gentle story, Jess and Baby Shi invite you to shift your perspective — from confusion to connection — by embracing the idea of “regressing to progress.”

Dementia can feel like a slow unraveling of what once was — but what if we saw it as a return to something softer, simpler, more human? In Back to the Beginning, Jess shares how understanding dementia through the lens of childhood development offers new ways 6to care without condescension. It’s not about treating adults like children — it’s about meeting them with compassion, patience, and playful presence.

With Baby Shi at her side, Jess introduces the idea of “sandbox wisdom” — where curiosity, repetition, and rhythm help rebuild connection. This is your invitation to see memory loss not just as decline, but as a shift — one where your heart leads more than your schedule.

Here in the Sandbox, we explore dementia care through a developmental lens — not to diminish, but to deepen compassion. We don’t believe in treating adults like children. Instead, we honor the whole person by recognizing patterns that mirror early development, helping caregivers meet their loved ones where they are — with patience, love, and respect.

Here in Baby Shi’s sandbox, we explore the softer side of caregiving — a world where memory loss doesn’t mean magic loss. Our blog companion to the Back to the Beginning podcast brings thoughtful reflection, joyful storytelling, and heart-centered support for families navigating dementia through the lens of childhood development and emotional connection.

Whether you’re listening to the podcast or joining us here for deeper dives and delightful doodles, this is your cozy corner of the internet where:

• Regression isn’t a setback — it’s a signpost.

• Compassion is our compass.

• And laughter is totally therapeutic.

🧸 Blog Topics Include:

• Gentle activities and tools for dementia-friendly days

• Lessons from Baby Shi’s sandbox on communication, empathy, and presence

• Printable tips and do/don’t guides for caregivers

• Behind-the-scenes from our podcast recordings

• Plus the occasional lullaby, life lesson, and sprinkle of stardust ✨

Explore. Laugh. Reflect. And remember — you’re doing holy work.

Let’s go Back to the Beginning, together.

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👶✨ Where dementia care meets wonder, whimsy, and a whisper of wisdom.

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