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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May 22, 2025 • 13min
169. 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-PleasingTired of walking on eggshells with your adult kids? In this episode, discover six ways prayer helps Christian moms break free from people-pleasing and find lasting peace. Learn how to set boundaries, surrender control, and please God above all.HELPFUL LINKS: Marriage Simplified Guide hereFree Guide: 10 Things Not to Say to Your Adult Child hereFree Connection Call with certified Empty Nest Coach, Pamela hereTake the free 2-minute Quiz hereReview + Rate podcast hereFollow Pamela on Instagram hereFollow Pamela on Facebook herePamela's website with free resources here
May 15, 2025 • 13min
168. 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 about people-pleasing: why we do it, how it drains us, and how it impacts our relationships with our grown kids. It’s time to release the pressure to please and start showing up as your whole, authentic self. You have God’s full approval—and that changes everything.HELPFUL LINKS: Free Guide: 10 Things Not to Say to Your Adult Child hereFree Connection Call with certified Empty Nest Coach, Pamela hereTake the free 2-minute Quiz hereReview + Rate podcast hereFollow Pamela on Instagram hereFollow Pamela on Facebook herePamela's website with free resources here
May 8, 2025 • 27min
167. 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 people-pleasing. Let’s learn why we fall into it, how it affects our relationships, and how to break free. Heather shares practical advice on being emotionally honest with your kids and finding your voice.HELPFUL LINKS: Christian Parenting's Moms, Dads & Grads Gift Guide hereHeather Bjur on Instagram hereFree Guide: 10 Things Not to Say to Your Adult Child hereFree Connection Call with certified Empty Nest Coach, Pamela hereTake the free 2-minute Quiz hereReview + Rate podcast hereFollow Pamela on Instagram hereFollow Pamela on Facebook herePamela's website with free resources here
May 1, 2025 • 26min
166. 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 mom, even access to your grandkids. Counselor Kathy Cunningham joins me for a powerful conversation about healing those deep relational wounds. She shares practical wisdom, biblical insight, and the very first step a mom should take when peace feels impossible.HELPFUL LINKS: Free Guide: What I Wish I Knew Sooner About Parenting Adult Children hereKathy's Course: Uncovered Grace here Discount Code: Grace10Free Guide: 10 Things Not to Say to Your Adult Child hereFree Connection Call with certified Empty Nest Coach, Pamela hereTake the free 2-minute Quiz hereReview + Rate podcast hereFollow Pamela on Instagram hereFollow Pamela on Facebook herePamela's website with free resources here
Apr 24, 2025 • 12min
165. 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, and not competing for your child’s loyalty, you can have a supportive, healthy relationship with your child’s spouse. Listen in for eight things NOT to do as a mother-in-law,HELPFUL LINKS: Free Guide: 10 Things Not to Say to Your Adult Child hereFree Discovery Session with certified Empty Nest Coach, Pamela hereTake the free 2-minute Quiz hereReview + Rate podcast hereFollow Pamela on Instagram hereFollow Pamela on Facebook herePamela's website with free resources here
Apr 17, 2025 • 12min
164. 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 meddling will strengthen your relationship with your child’s mate.HELPFUL LINKS: Free Guide: 10 Things Not to Say to Your Adult Child(And 5 Ways to Stop Yourself from Saying Them hereGift Guide for Moms, Dads, and Grads hereFree Discovery Session with certified Empty Nest Coach, Pamela hereTake the free 2-minute Quiz hereReview + Rate podcast hereFollow Pamela on Instagram hereFollow Pamela on Facebook herePamela's website with free resources here
Apr 10, 2025 • 15min
163. 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 for each. When you understand what you’re up against, you can build a strategy to reconnect with your grown child.HELPFUL LINKS: Free Guide: 10 Things Not to Say to Your Adult Child(And 5 Ways to Stop Yourself from Saying Them) hereFree Discovery Session with certified Empty Nest Coach, Pamela hereChristian Parenting's Moms, Dads & Grads Gift Guide hereTake the free 2-minute Quiz hereReview + Rate podcast hereFollow Pamela on Instagram hereFollow Pamela on Facebook herePamela's website with free resources here
Apr 3, 2025 • 20min
162. 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. Linda Hanstra provides tips for moms with anxious children. Learn to support your anxious child by listening more and reminding them what they know to be true.HELPFUL LINKS: Happy Together Checklist- for your Boomerang Kids hereLinda's Book, Empty Nest Joyride hereFree Guide: 10 Things Not to Say to Your Adult Child(And 5 Ways to Stop Yourself from Saying Them) hereFree Discovery Session with certified Empty Nest Coach, Pamela hereTake the free 2-minute Quiz hereReview + Rate podcast hereFollow Pamela on Instagram hereFollow Pamela on Facebook herePamela's website with free resources here
Mar 27, 2025 • 12min
161. 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 our children. Let’s talk about awareness, humility, and the power of empathy.HELPFUL LINKS: Free Guide: 10 Things Not to Say to Your Adult Child (and 5 Ways to Stop Yourself from Saying Them) hereFree Discovery Session with certified Empty Nest Coach, Pamela hereTake the free 2-minute Quiz hereReview + Rate podcast hereFollow Pamela on Instagram hereFollow Pamela on Facebook herePamela's website with free resources here
Mar 20, 2025 • 9min
160. 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 never quite measure up. Tune in for 10 phrases not to say to your adult child.HELPFUL LINKS: Free Guide: 10 Things Not to Say to Your Adult Child hereFree Discovery Session with certified Empty Nest Coach, Pamela hereTake the free 2-minute Quiz hereReview + Rate podcast hereFollow Pamela on Instagram hereFollow Pamela on Facebook herePamela's website with free resources here
