Empty nesters on how they 'fill the void' left by children
Empty nesters Felice Borghmans and Janet Evans shared their emotional struggles after their adult children moved out. Borghmans described the heaviness of an empty house following her sons' departures, while Evans articulated the shock of grief after her son's engagement. Experts emphasize the profound identity shift and grief many mothers experience when children leave.
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Published 15 Jul 2026, 02:01 UTC · Updated 15 Jul 2026, 02:10 UTC
Summary by OZbrief Editorial. Original report: ABC News – Australia. Editorial policy · Corrections
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