EPISODE · Jul 30, 2025 · 47 MIN
When the Nest Starts to Empty: Two Perspectives on Motherhood in Transition
from Breaking the Silence · host Raynea Wallace
What do you do when the last child leaves the house—and the quiet sets in? And what if you're still raising kids, but you've already walked five out the door?In this heartfelt episode, Kelli shares what it’s been like watching her stepdaughter—the last to leave—step into adulthood, officially making her a new member of the empty nest club. I (Raynea) reflect on the journey of launching five grown kids, while still in the midst of raising two at home. Together, we explore what it means to let go, redefine our roles, and grieve the shifting identity that comes with each stage of motherhood.Whether your home is quiet or still full of noise and needs, this episode will remind you: you’re not alone in this in-between.
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What do you do when the last child leaves the house—and the quiet sets in? And what if you're still raising kids, but you've already walked five out the door?In this heartfelt episode, Kelli shares what it’s been like watching her stepdaughter—the last to leave—step into adulthood, officially making her a new member of the empty nest club. I (Raynea) reflect on the journey of launching five grown kids, while still in the midst of raising two at home. Together, we explore what it means to let go, redefine our roles, and grieve the shifting identity that comes with each stage of motherhood.Whether your home is quiet or still full of noise and needs, this episode will remind you: you’re not alone in this in-between.
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