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Bracing for Takeoff: When Your Son Leaves the Nest

Bracing for Takeoff: When Your Son Leaves the Nest

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Bracing for Takeoff: When Your Son Leaves the Nest

Is your son gearing up to leave for college—or already out the door with a box of ramen and a half-packed first aid kit?

In this episode of the Mothers of Boys Survival Guide, we talk with mom Rebecca Vandall about the emotional ups, downs, and unexpected wins of launching a son into adulthood.

We cover: ✅ How to stay connected without hovering ✅ What to pack (and what sparks dorm friendships!) ✅ Navigating homesickness, independence, and sibling shifts ✅ Real-life strategies like “Proof of Life Money” and care package parties ✅ Reclaiming time for yourself and rediscovering your identity post-launch

Whether your son is weeks from move-in day or you're just beginning to imagine it, this conversation is full of relatable stories, expert insights, and laugh-out-loud moments.

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