Welcome Home-ish: Navigating Summer with Your College-Aged Kids

05/16/25 • 36 min

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Summer is here, and so are your college-aged kids—back from campus life and crashing into your living room. In this lighthearted and relatable episode, Carrie and Jessica talk about what happens when young adults return home after a year of independence. They explore the emotional complexities of parenting during this time, including the anxiety of independence, the importance of setting boundaries, and the need for open communication. The conversation emphasizes the growth of both parents and children, the challenges of job searching, and the dynamics of living together as a family again. Ultimately, they highlight the importance of supporting young adults while allowing them the space to navigate their own paths. Whether your child just graduated or is home for a few months, practical advice (and a few laughs) are shared to help you make the most of this season.

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May is a month of transitions for families.
Graduating college marks a significant milestone in a child's life.
Parents often feel anxiety as their children gain independence.
It's important for parents to adjust their expectations of their adult children.
Open communication is key to navigating the return of college students.
Setting boundaries is essential when adult children return home.
Parents should allow their children to take a breath after graduation.
Job searching can be daunting for new graduates.
Connections can play a crucial role in job searching.
Family dynamics change when adult children return home.

🔗 Connect with Jessica Anger and Carrie Wiesenfeld:
Instagram | [email protected]Soaring Hawk Life Coaching | Ocean Waves Parenting

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takeaways

May is a month of transitions for families.
Graduating college marks a significant milestone in a child's life.
Parents often feel anxiety as their children gain independence.
It's important for parents to adjust their expectations of their adult children.
Open communication is key to navigating the return of college students.
Setting boundaries is essential when adult children return home.
Parents should allow their children to take a breath after graduation.
Job searching can be daunting for new graduates.
Connections can play a crucial role in job searching.
Family dynamics change when adult children return home.

🔗 Connect with Jessica Anger and Carrie Wiesenfeld:
Instagram | [email protected]Soaring Hawk Life Coaching | Ocean Waves Parenting

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The Art of Reinventing Yourself (As a Mom)

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Michele Baron, an Integrated Health Coach with a Master's in Speech-Language Pathology, helps clients make lifestyle shifts, improve nutrition, and transform unhealthy habits for optimal health through support and understanding of the mind-body-food connection. As a mother who personally helped her daughter with digestive issues, Michele deeply understands the far-reaching impact of chronic illnesses on individuals and families.

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