It’s that time of year when children go off to college, and mums all over the country experience separation anxiety. The house is suddenly much quieter, the refrigerator much fuller and the biscuit tin so tempting. Here are some tips on weathering empty nest syndrome without piling on the pounds:

Don’t be alarmed if you experience feelings of sadness and loss of purpose when your last child leaves home. These are normal reactions and researchers from Cambridge University have shown that even animals suffer from it and continue to bring food home to offspring that have flown the nest. Find someone to talk to, such as your partner or a friend. If you don’t feel better, consult a counsellor or therapist.

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