

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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Feb 29, 2024 • 27min
105. Empty Nest: Full Love - Q & A for a Stronger Marriage with Bob Henkelman & Pamela Henkelman
My husband, Bob, joins me today as we answer your most pressing questions about empty nest marriage. I polled my audience and asked them: What do you struggle most with in your empty nest marriage? Tune in for our helpful answers.
HELPFUL LINKS:
Free Guide: Marriage Awareness Worksheet 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

Feb 22, 2024 • 30min
104. How to Pivot in Your Empty Nest Marriage with Counselors, Chris & Jamie Bailey
Christian counselors & Marriage Coaches, Chris & Jamie Bailey, of Expedition Marriage join me for a helpful discussion on how to pivot in your empty nest marriage. Learn how to get through the uncomfortable moments to embrace fun in your empty nest years of marriage.
HELPFUL LINKS:
Free Guide: Chris & Jamie's, Seven Communication Hacks here
Free Guide: The Marriage Awareness Worksheet 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

Feb 15, 2024 • 12min
103. Lasting Connection in Your Empty Nest: Expert Tips, Part 2
You’re not alone, but it’s not impossible to overcome. It takes a huge dose of tenderness and intentionality as you learn new ways to be together. I give you two more powerful tips to help you connect.
HELPFUL LINKS:
Free Guide: Marriage Awareness Worksheet 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

Feb 8, 2024 • 11min
102. Lasting Connection in Your Empty Nest: Expert Tips, Part 1
It’s normal to feel a little distressed when our nest first empties. We wonder how we will fill our time and how we can connect with our spouse in a meaningful way. Listen for simple tips you can try today that will help you and your husband feel closer.
HELPFUL LINKS:
Free Guide: Marriage Awareness Worksheet 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

Feb 1, 2024 • 10min
101. How Staying Present Helps You Worry Less
Do you ever fall into the trap of catastrophizing in your mind? You're sure something horrible is going to happen to your child, but then you realize, “Wait, I’ve only imagined that.” Staying present is the remedy for worry! Let’s talk about the pitfalls of worry and the reminder to stay present with God.
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

Jan 25, 2024 • 24min
100. The Do's and Don't of Transitions with Adult Kids, featuring Pamela's Daughters
How a mom shows up for college drop off, engagement/wedding season, new careers and young marriage matters. My daughters offer helpful tips so the mom can have a more positive outcome with her kids.
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

Jan 18, 2024 • 28min
99. Stay Present in Your Empty Nest with Author, Julie Lefebure
How do we make sense of it all so we can be present with our adult children and our spouse, in the empty nest? Author and friend, Julie Lefebure, joins me to discuss the principles of her new book and study guide, Right Now Matters. I gobbled up this book like a juicy burger. I saw myself in its pages and relished her helpful tips. I pray they encourage you too.
HELPFUL LINKS:
Julie's Website here
Follow Julie on Instagram here
Follow Julie on Facebook here
Listen to Julie's podcast, Encouragement for Real Life here
Free Guide: Your Kids Are Grown...Now What? here
Free Discovery Session with certified Empty Nest Coach, Pamela here
Review + Rate The Midlife Momma Podcast here
Follow Pamela on Instagram here
Pamela's website with free resources here

Jan 11, 2024 • 10min
98. From Nostalgic to Now: Embrace the Present with Adult Kids, Part 2
Instead of longing for the past, moms can learn to be present with their adult kids. There is so much good to behold as we use these three tips to help us stay present with our grown-up kids. Now is all we have! Let's be present!
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

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