Empty Nesting: Journey Through Grief + Mac n Cheese | Real Parents, Real Struggles, & Recipe Sharing

The Real Family Eats: Parents dishing on real parenting struggles and recipe sharing

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In this episode, Dommie Shaun, mom of two and owner of Dommie Shaun Health and Wellness Coach, joins Reesa Morala, LMFT, to discuss the challenges and emotions of parenting adult children as they transition into independence. Dommie shares her experience navigating the grief of children moving out, redefining her role as a parent, and supporting her kids as they start families of their own.

As they explore parenting insights and resources, Dommie shares her comforting Mac & Cheese recipe—perfect for bringing everyone back to the family table. Together, they talk about balancing the evolving dynamics of parenthood while still nurturing family connections.

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Dommie's Mac and Cheese

INGREDIENTS:

1 bag of large elbow macaroni
Large Block of Cheddar Cheese (shredded)
1-2 c Cubed Ham Steak
2 eggs, slightly beaten
2c Heavy Whipping Cream
Salt and Pepper, to taste

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Pre-heat oven at 375 degrees F.
2. Grease a large baking dish.
3. Cook noodles per box instructions.
4. Add beaten eggs, cubed ham steak, and heavy whipping cream.
5. Salt and pepper to taste.
6. In the baking dish layer the following: layer of noodle mixture and layer of cheese. Repeat until last layer of cheese.
7. Cover with aluminum foil.
8. Bake for 30-45m until bubbly.
9. Remove aluminum foil and bake for another 15 minutes or until browned.

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Host: Reesa Morala, MA, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist 104709. Reesa is a couples counselor for parents providing therapy in person in Murrieta, CA and virtual couples therapy in California. Reesa, also, hosts couples workshops and parenting workshops worldwide.

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