How empty nesters fill the void as children launch their adult lives

By Charity Nebbe,

Danielle Gehr, Madeleine Willis

Published August 6, 2024 at 7:00 AM CDT

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Some parents struggle to see their children leave the home, while others see it as a new and exciting phase of their life. Empty nesters share their experiences

Parenting is challenging and, as school begins, a new challenge is on the horizon for some.

Guests:

Sylvia Mikucki-Enyart, associate professor, studies interpersonal and family communications, University of Iowa
Christina Nash, mother of a two, visiting instructor, University of Iowa

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Charity Nebbe

Charity Nebbe is the host of IPR's Talk of Iowa

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Danielle Gehr

Dani Gehr is a producer for River to River and Talk of Iowa. Dani came to Iowa from her hometown in the northwest suburbs of Chicago to attend Iowa State University, where she received a bachelor’s degree in journalism, international studies and French. Before coming to IPR, Dani covered local government in Story County for the Ames Tribune and Des Moines Register.

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Madeleine Willis

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How empty nesters fill the void as children launch their adult lives

Some parents struggle to see their children leave the home, while others see it as a new and exciting phase of their life. Empty nesters share their experiences

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