GREAT SEXPECTATIONS I am in the ‘Sandwich Generation’ and drowning

In our fortnightly column ‘Great Sexpectations’ we answer your questions on sex, relationships and intimacy. Drop us an email on womanalive@premier.org.uk and ask us anything. Here, Dr Sarah-Louise Hurst answers a woman who feels pulled in every direction.

Dear Woman Alive,

I am a mum of two, one has just started university, and the other is finishing school, so doing A levels this year. I worry about the one at uni as she doesn’t seem to have found any friends yet, and is quite lonely, and I worry if the younger one will pass any exams as he always seems to be gaming not studying. My dad has just been diagnosed with Parkinsons, and although it is in the early stages, he and my mum are needing lots of support. I feel torn and exhausted, and constantly trying to spin plates to keep life going. My husband is supportive, but has a stressful job as a surgeon, and long shifts. I know God knew I would come into this season, but I feel as if I am drowning, and God seems far away. Can you give any advice on how to survive this season well?