How to Parent Adult Children in the Empty Nest Years, featuring Deanna Thayer
ABCs of Parenting Adult ChildrenShow Notes
Click on Fan Mail link and give me feedback. Thanks In this episode of "The ABC's of Parenting Adult Children," host James Moffitt is joined by Deana Thayer, M.Ed., from Focus on the Family. Together, they explore the emotional journey and challenges parents face as they transition to an empty nest. Deana shares her personal experiences and offers valuable insights into maintaining a healthy parent-adult child relationship. Key Topics: The emotional impact of children leaving home Transit...
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