Diary of a Cat Mom
Diary of a Cat Mom is a reflective podcast sharing life lessons, insights, and gentle takeaways from a lifetime of caring for cats.
Based on real experiences with over 50 cats cared for across her life, each episode explores the emotional, practical, and often unspoken moments of living with cats — from daily routines and caregiving challenges to grief, gratitude, and quiet connection. These are not how-to episodes, but thoughtful reflections shaped by lived experience.
Created for cat lovers who see their cats as family, this podcast offers companionship, perspective, and reassurance — especially during seasons of responsibility, change, and letting go.
Diary of a Cat Mom is a personal storytelling podcast and does not replace professional veterinary advice. Every cat is unique, and any health concerns should always be discussed with a trusted veterinarian.
You’re not alone on this journey. We’re learning, loving, and growing together — one paw print at a time.
Diary of a Cat Mom
Ep. 3 - When My Nervous System Shows Up Before My Cat’s Does 🐾💛
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Some days, being a cat mom brings up more than love.
It brings up stress, impatience, and feelings we don’t always talk about.
In this episode, I share how I began noticing my own nervous system — and how it quietly affects my cats.
In This Episode
I reflect on frustration, expectations, and learning to pause.
Not to fix everything — just to soften.
About the Diary of a Cat Mom
Diary of a Cat Mom is a quiet, personal podcast created by Dagmar Gatell, sharing real moments, emotions, and experiences from life with cats.
This space is meant for connection, comfort, and companionship. Everything shared comes from lived experience as a cat mom and is not intended as professional veterinary advice. Every cat is unique, and for health concerns, it’s always best to consult your trusted veterinarian.
Most of all, please remember:
You’re not alone on this journey. We’re learning, loving, and growing together — one paw print at a time.