Empty Nesters Episodes
What parents should do when they become empty nesters
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April 17, 2026
From Parenting to Mentoring: A New Role with Rick and Clancy Denton
Send us Fan Mail Parenting Adult Children and Embracing the Empty Nest PhaseIn this episode, hosts James Moffitt, Rick Denton, and Clancy Denton share heartfelt insights and practical advice for parents navigating life after children leave the home. From maintaining relationships to handling the emotional shifts, this conversation offers encouragement and strategies for thriving in the empty nest stage. Key Topics The evolving relationship between parents and adult childrenMaintaining connect...
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April 3, 2026
How to Parent Adult Children in the Empty Nest Years, featuring Deanna Thayer
Send us Fan Mail 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 Transitioning from authority to influence ...
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Jan. 16, 2026
Understanding the Transition to Adulthood with Lindy Vanheerden
Send us a text Keywords parenting, adult children, transition to adulthood, parent-child dynamics, emotional intelligence, self-care, clarity, perspective, expectations, personal growth Summary In this episode of the ABCs of Parenting Adult Children podcast, host James Moffitt and guest Lindy Van Heerden discuss the complexities of parenting adult children, the transition to adulthood, and the importance of understanding both perspectives in parent-child dynamics. They explore the challen...