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The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom
Welcome to The Midlife Momma Podcast, the go-to resource for empty nest moms ready to embrace the next chapter of life with confidence and purpose! Join me, Pamela Henkelman, a certified Empty Nest Coach and proud momma of five, as we navigate this transformative journey together.
Each week, we dive into essential topics that matter most to midlife moms, including:
Setting and maintaining boundaries
Rediscovering your life’s purpose
Mastering effective communication with adult children…
Episodes
The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian momBonus Episode: Praying for Your Kids and Grandkids
Hey Momma, today we’ve got something special for you: a bonus episode straight from the Pardon the Mess podcast! Every Monday, host Courtney DeFeo shares a…
The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom184. Tending Your Soul Through Transition with Author, Mariel Davenport
When motherhood shifts in the empty nest, how do you steady your soul? Author Mariel Davenport shares her TEND method and fresh encouragement from Scripture to…
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183. What To Do When Your Grown Child Won’t Move Out
What should you do when your adult child won’t leave the nest? In this honest and hope-filled episode, we explore six faith-filled strategies to help you…
The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom182. Empty Nest Awakening: Ruthie Gray’s Wisdom for Launching Kids with Faith
Launching our kids into adulthood is one of the most emotional transitions of motherhood. In this episode, author and seasoned mom Ruthie Gray shares her…
The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom181. How to Let Go Well: A Christian Mom’s Guide to Launching Her Child
Launching a child into adulthood is emotional, sacred, and often bittersweet. In this episode, Pamela shares six powerful tips to help you release well…
The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom180. How to Reconnect with Your Spouse After the Kids Leave with Author Sally Livingston
When the kids move out, it’s easy for the marriage to feel distant or even disconnected. But what if the empty nest could be a fresh start? In this heartfelt…
The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom179. Rocking the Grandma Role with Chrys and Shellie of Rocking It Grand Podcast
In this uplifting episode, I’m joined by Chrys Howard and Shellie Tomlinson, hosts of the Rocking It Grand podcast and authors of the book by the same name…
The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom178. When Grandparenting Hurts: Finding Hope in the Heartache
What do you do when grandparenting doesn’t look the way you hoped? In this tender episode, we’re talking about the grief that comes from distance…
The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom177. When Your Daughter Becomes a Mom: How to Support Without Overstepping with Keziah Estrem
How sweet it is to watch your daughter become a mom. Our youngest daughter, Keziah, became a mom this year, and I wanted you to hear her heart on what young…
The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom176. How to Be a Supportive (Not Pushy) Grandma
Becoming a grandma is a gift, but it’s not without challenges. In this episode, I share five faith-filled ways to support your adult children’s parenting with…
The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom175. From Guilt to Grace: Helping Christian Moms of Addicted or Struggling Adult Children with Author Dawn Ward
Author Dawn Ward shares her journey of parenting an addicted adult child and how she moved from guilt and shame to grace and freedom in Christ. If your adult…
The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom174. How Hearing God Helps You Trust Him with Your Grown Kids with Marnie Hammar
If you’ve ever struggled to let go and trust God with your grown child, this episode is for you. I’m joined by Marnie Hammar, host of the Hear Him Louder…
The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom173. Six Hidden Consequences of Not Letting Go of Your Adult Children
What really happens when we don’t let go of our adult kids? In this episode, I share six surprising consequences of holding on too tightly and how it affects…
The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom172. From Control to Surrender: Cultivating a Devotional Life with Rose Jordan
Your connection with God is what helps you move from control to surrender. Let’s move beyond “quiet time” and find grace in the moment. Join me for an…
The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom171. Letting Go of Control: Trusting God with Your Adult Children
We hate to admit it, but many moms struggle with control. If you've found yourself lying awake at night, replaying their choices, wondering if you should have…
The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom170. Brave in the Empty Nest: Trusting God with Author Laura Smith
Feeling unsure, afraid, or stuck in the empty nest? Author Laura Smith shares how biblical bravery can help you face midlife with faith, purpose, and courage…
The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom169. From Pressure to Peace: 6 Ways Prayer Helps Christian Moms Stop People-Pleasing
169. From Pressure to Peace: 6 Ways Prayer Helps Christian Moms Stop People-Pleasing Tired of walking on eggshells with your adult kids? In this episode…
The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom168. How People Pleasing Hurts Your Relationship with Your Adult Child
Hey Momma, are you always trying to keep the peace, say “yes” to everything, and avoid rocking the boat with your adult kids? You’re not alone. We’re talking…
The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom167. Let’s Talk About People-Pleasing with Therapist, Heather Bjur
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed trying to keep everyone happy, you’re not alone. Therapist Heather Bjur joins us as we tackle the challenging topic of…
The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom166. Healing the Rift: Restoring the Relationship with Son/Daughter-In-Law with Counselor, Kathy Cunningham
When the relationship with your son or daughter-in-law is strained, it can feel like everything is fractured: your connection with your child, your role as a…
The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom165. Want to Be a Great Mother-in-Law? Stop Doing These 8 Things!
Do you have a vision for the kind of mother-in-law you want to be? By avoiding playing the victim and taking things personally, not overstepping boundaries…
The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom164. What Every Mother-in-Law Needs to Know: Encouraging, not Interfering
You set the tone in your relationship with your child’s spouse. Be the first to extend love and grace. Honoring and supporting their family unit without…
The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom163. Why Talking to Your Adult Kids Feels So Hard--And How to Fix It!
It’s not just you; there are real barriers to communication with your grown child. Listen in to identify ten common communication barriers and learn a solution…
The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom162. How to Communicate with Your Anxious Adult Child with author, Linda Hanstra
This generation of young adults is called the Anxious Generation, and we need to know how to talk to them. No mom wants to add to her grown child’s anxiety…
The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom161. Avoid These 10 Phrases: What NOT to Say to Your Adult Child, Part 2
Avoid these 10 phrases and learn to speak life instead. Communication doesn’t have to be hard as long as we remember some guiding principles to speak life over…
The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom160. Avoid These 10 Phrases: What NOT to Say to Your Adult Child, Part 1
No mother intends to hurt her grown child with her words, and yet she does. Without realizing it, we can make our kids feel guilty, criticized, or like they…
The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom159. How to Improve Communication in Your Empty Nest Marriage with Bob & Pamela Henkelman
You’re not the only one struggling to communicate in your marriage. Join Bob and Pamela Henkelman for a candid conversation about how they’ve struggled to…
The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom158. Six Biblical Ways for Christian Empty Nest Couples to Strengthen Communication, Part 2
Have you ever tried “I feel” statements with your husband? They are a great way to help you be honest and communicate with understanding instead of blame. We…
The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom157. Six Biblical Ways for Christian Empty Nest Couples to Strengthen Communication, Part 1
Let’s learn some practical tools to reconnect and strengthen our communication. Incorporate intentional conversations(how-tos in the show notes), practice…
The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom156. Empty Nest Marriages: 7 Communication Barriers and Practical Ways to Heal, Part 2
Communication can be one of our greatest struggles in an empty nest marriage. When you understand the communication barriers, you can learn to remedy them…
The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom155. Empty Nest Marriages: 7 Communication Barriers and Practical Ways to Heal, Part 1
Communication can feel complicated in an empty-nest marriage. Before fixing your communication, you'll need to understand the barriers. Let’s discuss three…
The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom154. Finding Your Purpose in the Empty Nest with Cathy Lawdanski
Please find out how she fills her time by focusing on serving, learning, and having fun! Doesn’t that sound amazing? HELPFUL LINKS: Cathy Lawdanski on…
The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom153. Four Powerful Questions Every Empty Nest Mom Should Ask to Find Purpose, Part 2
Let's talk about two more questions that lead to you discovering your purpose in the empty nest. This time you’ll look around and up to see where God is…
The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom152. Four Powerful Questions Every Empty Nest Mom Should Ask to Find Purpose, Part 1
You’ll be required to look inside, up to God, and around you to find your purpose. Tune in for two amazing questions that will lead you to discovering your…
The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom151. Letting Go of Doubt: How Christian Moms Embrace Empty Nest Purpose, Part 2
You must move forward in spite of your fears and welcome the feeling of being uncomfortable for a little bit. On the other side of doubt and feeling…
The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom150. Letting Go of Doubt: How Christian Moms Embrace Empty Nest Purpose, Part 1
Instead of feeling shame about doubt, bring into the light and talk to God about it. As you flex those faith muscles, doubt will be diminished. HELPFUL LINKS…
The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom149. Most Listened to Episode of 2024: Do’s & Don’t of Transitions with Adult Kids
I had an insightful conversation with my youngest daughter’s Rebekah and Keziah. We covered the monumental transitions of college drop-off, wedding planning…
The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom148. 2024 Year in Review: Lessons, Highlights, and What’s Ahead for Christian Moms
Let’s reflect and see how far we’ve come and talk about what is coming for the new year on the Midlife Momma podcast. I also have a special announcement…
The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom147. Holiday Grace: Loving Your Adult Child Through Faith Differences, Part 2
Navigating faith differences feels scary for moms, but if you lead with grace you can have some amazing conversations. Let’s talk about the grace to listen to…
The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom146. Holiday Grace: Loving Your Adult Child Through Faith Differences, Part 1
Pamela discusses important areas to extend grace when you and your child see God differently. Pamela talks about the grace to not pressure your child to…
The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom145. Emotional Confidence for Moms: Navigating Holiday Stress with author, Alicia Michelle
Pamela invites Alicia Michelle, author of Emotional Confidence to the show to teach us her proven template, which combines brain science and biblical…
The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom144. How Christian Moms Can Create a Peaceful Holiday Season with Adult Kids, Part 2
Join Pamela as she shares two more mindsets that will help a mom have less stress surrounding the holidays. What if you worried less, and prayed more, then…
The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom143. How Christian Moms Can Create a Peaceful Holiday Season with Adult Kids, Part 1
Pamela presents two mindsets that will help you experience more peace. Let’s talk about how you’re not responsible to make everyone happy and your happiness…
The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom142. Seven Ways to Pray for Your Adult Child
Is prayer the antidote to your distress? What could it look like if you traded your worry for prayer? Join Pamela as she gets practical and teaches you seven…
The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom141. Desperate Prayers for Your Adult Child, with author, Rachel Wojo
Let’s talk about why your prayers matter and get practical on how to specifically pray for your adult child. We’ll talk about the power of three word prayers…
The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom140. Relying on God: Finding Peace in the Empty Nest Stage, Part 2
Our relationship with God provides endless comfort and grace as we learn to adjust to our empty nests. Join me for a conversation on how God comforts us in our…
The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom139. Relying on God: Finding Peace in the Empty Nest Stage, Part 1
Join Pamela as she talks about what it means to let go of your child and cling to God. When you do this you'll find spiritual fulfillment and maintain healthy…
The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom138. Couples Reboot: Reconnecting When the Kids Are Gone, Part 2
Join Pamela as she gives two more tips on reassessing values and understanding love requires action and sacrifice. HELPFUL LINKS: Free Guide: Marriage…
The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom137. Couples Reboot: Reconnecting When the Kids Are Gone, Part 1
How satisfied are you in your empty nest marriage? If satisfaction is low, let’s talk about how to have a conversation if you need professional help and the…
The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom136. Empty Nest Transitions: What to Expect When Your Kids Move Out, Part 2
Join Pamela as she talks about what to expect when your nest empties. Let’s talk about reconnecting with your spouse and finding new rhythms. HELPFUL LINKS…
The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom135. Empty Nest Transition: What to Expect When Your Kids Move Out, Part 1
What can you expect when your kids move out? Starting the empty nest is a milestone in most couples' marriages. When you know what to expect, you can handle…
The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom134. How Shame Impacts Your Relationship with Your Adult Child with Dr. Zoe Shaw
Join me for an important conversation with Psychotherapist Dr Zoe Shaw. She explains complex shame and tells us how to get rid of it through self-forgiveness…
The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom133. Ten Essentials for Navigating Tough Talks with Your Adult Child, Part 2
Join me for tips 6-10: Let’s talk about not giving advice, not criticizing, sharing your perspective, communicating love, and the best way to close this…
The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom132. Ten Essential Tips for Navigating Tough Talks with Your Adult Child, Part 1
You need a plan and some essentials to keep in mind when you need to have a hard conversation. Let’s talk about courage, timing, listening, mirroring back, and…
The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom131. Why Hard Conversations with Your Adult Child Matter, Part 2
Learn why it’s good to be open to learn and grow because, as a mom, you don’t know everything and why these difficult conversations help you know how to pray…
The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom130. Why Hard Conversations with Your Adult Child Matter, Part 1
Instead of shrinking back from hard conversations, learn why they can improve your relationship with your adult child. HELPFUL LINKS: Free Guide: How to Have…
The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom129. Uplifting Prayers for Moms with Struggling Adult Children, Part 2
Find four prayers for when you need acceptance, to trust God, to gain strength, and your struggling child to seek God. A Prayer for When You Need to Accept…
The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom128. Uplifting Prayers for Moms with Struggling Adult Children, Part 1
Learn three prayers for when you need to lament, stop fixing your child’s problems, and release your expectations for how your adult child’s life should…
The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom127. Support for Moms of Adults with Depression & Anxiety, with Heather Bjur, Licensed Therapist
Licensed therapist, Heather Bjur, offers some language to use that will be helpful if you have a child who struggles with depression or anxiety. We talk about…
The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom126. Empowering Moms: Strategies for Supporting Your Struggling Adult Child, Part 2
It’s important to understand your child’s journey is separate from yours. Knowing God is with them, as you cling to Him, will provide immeasurable peace when…