15 - The Hard Truth About Parenting Adult Sons - with Gabby

Nobody tells you that one of the hardest parts of parenting is when your kids become adults. My friend Gabby and I sat down to talk about that strange in-between season where your kids still need you... just not in the same way they used to. We talk about trying not to rescue them, figuring out when to step in (and when not to), and wondering if we're helping... or enabling. The conversation also takes a deeper turn as Gabby shares what it's like raising Black sons in America. She talks about the fears she carries as a mom, and I share how hearing those experiences changed my perspective as a white mom raising sons of my own. It's thoughtful, it's funny, it's completely unscripted, and yes... we somehow end up talking about forgetting babies at home, the best teacher appreciation gifts ever, and why every parent is just making it up as we go. Come pull up a chair and join us. **How to find Gabby and get you some authentic New Orleans pralines. Plus, just follow her. She’s hilarious and real.**   www.sugarfixpralines.com Get 30% off your order with code PERI Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sugarfixpralines?mibextid=LQQJ4d Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sugarfixpralines/profilecard/?igsh=MXR1dzRtbzV0Zzhzbg== TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sugarfixpralines?  **About the Podcast** Evolving Together is a space for candid conversations about all the messy things happening in midlife — relationships, identity shifts, parenting, grief, health, purpose, reinvention, and everything in between. Together, we learn, laugh, cry, question things, and evolve with zero judgment. **Support the Podcast** Love what you’re hearing? Support the show and join the community on Patreon, either free or through one of the tiers; Groupie or Collaborator through this link. http://Patreon.com/EvolvingTogether834 Depending on whether you have a free membership or tiered, Patreon members may receive: - Early access to episodes - Bonus “Mindful Midlife Moment” episodes - Community chats - Extended guest conversations - Opportunities to submit stories and questions for future episodes **Disclaimer** This podcast is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute medical, legal, financial, or mental health advice. Always consult a qualified professional regarding your individual situation. **Find and Follow Evolving Together on...** Facebook - facebook.com/evolvingtogetherpodcast/ Instagram - instagram.com/evolving.together.podcast/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@Evolving.Together.Podcast TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@evolvingtogether.podcast?\r=1&\t=ZP-95t6IEQmA4U Evolving Together Website - https://evolvingtogether.transistor.fm/ [**★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★**](https://patreon.com/EvolvingTogether834?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink "★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★")