

The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom
Christian Parenting
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 boundariesRediscovering your life’s purposeMastering effective communication with adult childrenStrengthening your marriage in the empty nest seasonLeaning on faith to guide your journey Follow The Midlife Momma Podcast now to join a community of like-minded moms and start your journey toward confidence, connection, and fulfillment in this exciting new chapter of motherhood.The Midlife Momma podcast is part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. Find more information at www.ChristianParenting.org
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Oct 12, 2023 • 11min
85. This Is the Right Way to Set Strong Boundaries, Part 2
Instead you want to say, “I need you to_______________.” Learn the guiding principles so you can set effective boundaries with your adult kids.
HELPFUL LINKS:
Rate and Review Podcast: Instructions to Rate and review the Podcast here.
Free Guide: Your Kids Are Grown...Now What? Learn what to expect in the different phases of midlife motherhood here.
Learn more about coaching or book a free Discovery Session with Pamela, Life Coach for Midlife Moms, here.

Oct 5, 2023 • 10min
84. This is the Right Way to Set Strong Boundaries, Part 1
Find out the three steps needed to create a boundary and two guiding principles that will make setting boundaries more effective: Learn why you need a humble attitude, and a good level of self-awareness so you can understand your limits.
HELPFUL LINKS:
Free Guide: Your Kids Are Grown...Now What? A 4 page guide to help you know what to expect in midlife motherhood. Grab it here.
Life Coaching: Find more information or schedule your Free Discovery Session with certified Life Coach, Pamela, HERE.

Sep 28, 2023 • 11min
83. Four Spectacular Reasons Boundaries are Valuable, Part 2
Before you can set a boundary you need to know why they’re necessary in healthy relationships. Learn two more reasons why boundaries are valuable with your adult child.
HELPFUL LINKS:
FREE GUIDE: Your Kids Are Grown...Now What? here
LIFE COACHING: Find out more information or schedule your free Discovery Call here

Sep 21, 2023 • 10min
82. Four Spectacular Reasons Boundaries Are Valuable, Part 1
Let’s talk about two reasons boundaries are valuable. They help you “let go” and boundaries help your adult children mature.
HELPFUL LINKS:
FREE GUIDE: Your Kids Are Grown...Now What? here
FREE DISCOVERY SESSION: Find out more information about life coaching for book a free discovery call with Pamela here

Sep 14, 2023 • 26min
81. How to Navigate Boundaries with Your Adult Kids with LMFT, Heather Bjur
Hear from Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, Heather Bjur as she helps us navigate boundaries well with our adult children.
HELPFUL LINKS:
Heathers free guide, Journal Prompts for People Pleasers here.
Pamela's guide, Your Kids Are Grown...Now What? here.
Free Discovery Session or more information about Life Coaching with Pamela, here.

Sep 7, 2023 • 11min
80. Do's and Don't After Launching Your Child
Let’s talk about the do’s and don’t of launching your child so you can experience a more peaceful transition.
HELPFUL LINKS:
Free Guide: Your Kids Are Grown...Now What?
Life Coaching: Find more information or schedule your free Discovery Call with Pamela, Certified Life Coach for Midlife Moms here

Aug 31, 2023 • 12min
79. What It Takes to Manage Your Grief When Your Child Leaves, Part 2
Knowing you can talk about your grief and allow your grief to cause you to move closer to God, will help it feel less heavy. Transitional grief won’t last forever.
HELPFUL LINKS:
Free Guide: Your Kids Are Grown...Now What? A 4 page guide to help you know what to expect in midlife motherhood.
Life Coaching: Learn more about coaching or schedule your free Discovery session here.

Aug 24, 2023 • 11min
78. What it Takes to Manage Your Grief When Your Child Leaves, Part 1
Knowing how to manage your grief well will help you handle this monumental shift in your motherhood. Join us for tips on how to grieve well.
HELPFUL LINKS:
Free Guide: Your Kids Are Grown...Now What? here
Learn more about coaching and book your free Discovery Session with Life Coach for Midlife Moms, Pamela, here

Aug 17, 2023 • 10min
77. Hope for Moms of Prodigals: The Power of Community
We don’t feel safe to talk about it in our churches, Bible Studies or prayer groups. We feel ashamed and judged. Join us for a conversation about why community is important and how it can provide healing when you love a wayward child. Join us at The Hope for Moms of Prodigals Workshop. It costs $10. Grab your ticket at the link below.
Helpful Links:
Hope for Moms of Prodigals Workshop here
Get on the waitlist for The Moms of Prodigals Program: a Course to Inspire Hope here
Free Guide: Your Kids are Grown...Now What? here

Aug 10, 2023 • 27min
76. How to Successfully Launch Your Child to College with Bethany Kimsey
Launching a child off to college is a monumental feat for a mom. Join me for a conversation with Coach for Moms, Bethany Kimsey. She has eight kids and helps moms find peace in the messy middle of motherhood. You will love her sage advice on how to launch a college student well. She will encourage moms to deal with their hearts as they learn to cling to God.
HELPFUL LINKS:
Free Guide: Your Kids Are Grown...Now What?
Free Discovery Session: Learn more about coaching with Pamela or book a free discovery session here.
Order Bethanys', A Warrior Mama's Prayer Journal here