Empty nest syndrome refers to the feelings of grief and loss parents can feel when their children leave home.
Some parents enjoy the increased freedom and use the time to rekindle their relationships with their spouse, family and friends.
It can also be an opportunity for single parents to rediscover their sexuality during this period of transition and growth with some people eager to explore their identity beyond that of a mother or a father.
We would love to hear from single parents who have rediscovered their sexuality after their children have left home.
Share your experiences
We are interested in hearing from single people who have rediscovered their sexuality after their children have left home. What was it like being on your own? How did it help you to rediscover your sexuality? Did you start dating? Was the experience liberating for you? Did you end up finding love?
Tell us about your experiences in the form below – one of our journalists may be in touch to discuss further and we’ll publish a selection as part of an upcoming feature.
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