Let’s face it, preparing for our kids to leave home is a struggle for most moms. After 18+ years of having them under our roof and parenting them 24/7, suddenly they don’t need us like they once did and they’re launching into their own lives. Even though this is what we’ve been preparing them for since they were born, it can still be surprisingly tough to navigate. We’re currently one week into July and many of us are grappling with the thought of being one step closer to our kids leaving home.
In this emotionally charged episode of Life after Kids, we tackle the complex and often heart-wrenching topic of preparing for your child to leave for college, aiming to provide both emotional support and practical tips. Dr. Brooke shares her personal experiences with her son’s transitions to college, underscoring the valuable lessons learned along the way.
Key Takeaways:
• Stages of Grief: Understand that the emotional journey of launching a child includes stages like denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance.
• Parental Self-Care: Stress the significance of self-care and finding new purposes for personal fulfilment post-child launch.
• Sibling Impact: Acknowledge and address the emotional impact on siblings left at home when an older child leaves for college.
• Drop-off Advice: Practical suggestions for managing the college drop-off, emphasizing the benefits of a shorter drop-off duration.
• Open Communication: Encourage honest conversations with your child about the changes and emotions surrounding their departure.
Throughout this episode of Life after Kids, we delve into the grief parents may experience during this transition, discussing the normalcy of feeling anger and sadness, the necessity of self-care, and the benefits of finding a new personal focus or hobby. Don't miss this heartfelt episode packed with wisdom and practical advice to help you navigate the transition of your child leaving for college. Tune in now and stay tuned for future episodes offering more support and insights on parenting and life transitions.
Resources:
• Life After Kids Blog: www.lifeafterkids/blog
• Amazon College List: www.amazon.com/shop/lifeafter...
• Life After Kids Community: go.lifeafterkids.com/community
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ABOUT LIFE AFTER KIDS : We’re Dr. Brooke and Dr. Lynne, best friends and cofounders of Life after Kids, a community for midlife women seeking to make the next phase of life the best yet, with more meaning and purpose, better health, emotional balance, and natural beauty. Dr. Brooke has been working with women for over 20 years to help them live a healthier more emotionally balanced life. She has 8 years of college education, with a 4 year degree in biology and a doctorate degree. She specializes in health and wellness and has over 500 education hours in applied clinical nutrition with a focus on women's health, hormones, and digestion. She is also trained in The Enneagram. Dr. Lynne is co owner of a large health & wellness facility in the Midwest, and has been working with clients for over 20 years. She has 8 years of college education with a bachelors degree in biology & a doctorate degree. Dr. Lynne is a certified Gallup Strength Finders Coach, and she is trained in The Enneagram. She helps women understand themselves better so they can live a more meaningful, vibrant life.
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