I have had the pleasure of Guest Blogging over at Your Empty Nest and have included my post for you to read. Enjoy and let us know your thoughts!
The term “Empty Nest” can be used in a few different ways. Maybe you’ve experienced “Empty Nest Syndrome” when your child went away to college or when your child moved out to get married. I am going to experience my first “Empty Nest” experience this next school year. My daughter is headed to preschool. dun dun duuunnn
Since she turns 3 in October, she will not be old enough to go at the beginning of the year, but the school is going to evaluate her and get her started in January- half way through the school year. She has NEVER been away from me! (Enter waterworks!) Being a stay-at-home mom is challenging, but I never realized the bond I have formed with her until I started thinking about her being away from me.
Millions of thoughts have gone through my mind. “What if she’s scared that I’m not there?” Even worse, “What if she doesn’t even realize that I’m not there and doesn’t miss me?” These are all common feelings for any parent. The best way to ease Empty Nest Syndrome is to start preparing for the big day. Prepare mentally and physically for the transition between your child(ren) and yourself. Also, stay busy with your child(ren) gone. Volunteer, get a job, or tend to other children. This will make the time a little easier.
Whether it be preschool, college, marriage, or just moving out, know that your child(ren) is only a phone call away. Sit back, relax and take a deep breath. They will be with you in your heart and mind and will never forget the time they have had with you and value it just as you have valued your time with them.
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