

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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Jan 4, 2024 • 11min
97. From Nostalgic to Now: Embrace the Present with Adult Kids, Part 1
Did you know regret is often tied to the past? Let’s learn how to embrace the present with our adult kids as we address three pitfalls of living in the past.
Helpful Links:
Free Guide: Your Kids Are Grown...Now What? here
Free Discovery Session with certified Empty Nest Coach, Pamela here
Review + Rate podcast here
Follow Pamela on Instagram here
Pamela's website with free resources here

Dec 28, 2023 • 9min
96. BEST of 2023: How to Reconnect When You Feel Distant
Join us as we discuss practical ways to reconnect with your husband in this empty nest phase of marriage.
Helpful Links:
Free Guide: Marriage Awareness Worksheet here
Free Guide: Your Kids Are Grown...Now What? here
Free Discovery Session with certified Empty Nest Coach, Pamela here
Review + Rate podcast here
Follow Pamela on Instagram here
Pamela's website with free resources here

Dec 21, 2023 • 20min
95. BEST of 2023: Remarkably Better Ways to Help Your Hurting Adult Child with Jill Savage
Let’s face it, our adult children will struggle. Let’s talk about what it means to lovingly detach, not make our children idols, and to practice the grace of growth. You’re going to love this conversation.
Helpful Links:
Free Guide: Your Kids Are Grown...Now What? here
Free Discovery Session with certified Empty Nest Coach, Pamela here
Review + Rate podcast here
Follow Pamela on Instagram here
Pamela's website with free resources here

Dec 14, 2023 • 24min
94. Best of 2023: Finding Your Purpose in the Empty Nest with Suzy Mighell
We had a delightful conversation about her tried and true formula which helps moms identify their purpose once their kids are grown. You’re going to love these tips.
Helpful Links:
Free Guide: Your Kids Are Grown...Now What? here
Free Discovery Session with certified Empty Nest Coach, Pamela here
Review + Rate podcast here
Follow Pamela on Instagram here
Pamela's website with free resources here

Dec 7, 2023 • 9min
93. Stress-Free Holidays with Grownup Kids, Part 2
Let’s talk about how having a family plan for holiday meal prep and cooking and learning how to be unoffendable can remove some of the holiday stress with our adult children.
Helpful Links:
Free Guide: Your Kids Are Grown...Now What? here
Free Discovery Session with certified Empty Nest Coach, Pamela here
Review + Rate podcast here
Follow Pamela on Instagram here
Pamela's website with free resources here

Nov 30, 2023 • 11min
92. Stress-Free Holidays with Grown-up Kids, Part 1
Join me as I talk about how to focus less on the perfect holiday and more on making meaningful connections with your adult kids. I’ll also discuss the importance of understanding that every person’s opinion matters and will be considered in holiday planning.
Helpful Links:
Free Guide: Your Kids Are Grown...Now What? here
Free Discovery Session with certified Empty Nest Coach, Pamela here
Review + Rate podcast here
Follow Pamela on Instagram here
Pamela's website with free resources here

Nov 22, 2023 • 11min
91. Expert Tips for Navigating Holiday Expectations with Adult Kids, Part 2
Join me as we talk about how to have open communication with your kids. Mom still has a voice but she needs to choose what matters most and let the rest go in order to have a more peaceful holiday season.
Helpful Links:
Free Guide: Your Kids Are Grown...Now What? here
Free Discovery Session with certified Empty Nest Coach, Pamela here
Review + Rate podcast here
Follow Pamela on Instagram here
Pamela's website with free resources here

Nov 16, 2023 • 11min
90. Expert Tips on Managing Holiday Expectations with Adult Children, Part 1
Join us as we talk about the gift of being adaptable and flexible along with understanding our children are not responsible for our happiness. Learn how managing our expectations creates the warm holiday we long for.
Helpful Links:
Free Guide: Your Kids Are Grown...Now What? here
Free Discovery Call: Learn more about a coaching relationship with certified Life Coach, Pamela here
Pamela Instagram here
Rate + Review Podcast here
Visit Pamela's website here

Nov 9, 2023 • 29min
89. A Conversation about Holiday Expectations with Adult Kids with Cortney Farmer
Moms yearn for simpler days when all the kids were home and traditions were carried out with ease. But times have changed, and our ability to be flexible and adapt will have lasting, positive impact on our families. Join us for a most honest conversation on the topic.
HELPFUL LINKS:
The Soft Never website here
The Soft Never on Instagram here
Free Guide: Your Kids are Grown...Now What? here
Book a free Discovery session with certified Life Coach for Midlife Moms, Pamela, here
Rate + Review Podcast here
Follow Pamela on Instagram here

Nov 2, 2023 • 10min
88. Four Great Reasons Moms Connect with God, Part 2
Learning to “let go” of our kids and cling to God is beneficial. Find our two more ways moms connect with God through growing confidence and multiplied peace.
HELPFUL LINKS:
Free Guide:Your Kids are Grown...Now What? here
Free Discovery Session: book your free Discovery Session with Life Coach for Midlife Moms, Pamela or find out more information about her coaching packages here.


