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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
Strengthening your marriage in the empty nest season
Leaning 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
All Episodes:
213. Seven Ways Your Intimacy with God Deepens as You Grow Older →
Does your relationship with God feel different in midlife? In this episode, Pamela shares 7 ways intimacy with God deepens as you grow older, especially in the empty nest season. If youve moved from striving to surrender, from performance to peace, this conversation will affirm the beautiful maturity happening in your faith.
HELPFUL LINKS:
Christian Parenting's Easter Bundle here
Free Guide: Journaling Through Transitional Grief here
Apply for Coaching with certified Empty Nest Coach, Pamela here
Take the free 2-minute Quiz here
Review + Rate podcast here
Follow Pamela on Instagram here
Follow Pamela on Facebook here
Pamela's website with free resources here
212. How to Find Peace When Life Changes with Author Autumn Schoeck →
Author Autumn Schoeck joins Pamela to discuss what it means to find peace in Christ during empty-nest transitions. If youve been feeling unsteady in this season, this conversation will help you anchor your identity, peace, and sense of belonging in Him.
HELPFUL LINKS:
Autumn's book, This Feels Like Home: Inspiration for Finding Peace here
Autumn's website here
Free Guide: Journaling Through Transitional Grief here
Apply for Coaching with certified Empty Nest Coach, Pamela here
Take the free 2-minute Quiz here
Review + Rate podcast here
Follow Pamela on Instagram here
Follow Pamela on Facebook here
Pamela's website with free resources here
211. A Simple Prayer Framework for Empty Nest Moms Who Are Tired of Worrying →
Worry doesnt disappear when our kids grow up; it just changes shape. In this episode, Pamela shares a simple, grace-filled prayer framework from Philippians 4:6 to help empty nest moms move from worry to peace. If youre tired of carrying anxiety, guilt, and unanswered questions, this gentle conversation will remind you that God isnt asking you to try harder. Hes inviting you closer.
HELPFUL LINKS:
Christian Parenting's Easter Bundle here
Free Guide: Journaling Through Transitional Grief here
Apply for Coaching with certified Empty Nest Coach, Pamela here
Take the free 2-minute Quiz here
Review + Rate podcast here
Follow Pamela on Instagram here
Follow Pamela on Facebook here
Pamela's website with free resources here
210. Good Daughtering in the Empty Nest: Caring for Aging Parents and Loving Adult Children Well with Dr Allison Alford →
In this episode, Pamela talks with Dr. Allison Alford about her book Good Daughtering and the emotional tension many empty nest moms feel in midlife. As we care for aging parents and learn new ways to relate to our adult children, guilt and pressure can quietly take over. This gentle conversation explores how to redefine what it means to be a good daughter, set healthy boundaries, and walk through this season with grace instead of obligation.
HELPFUL LINKS:
Buy Good Daughtering here
Dr Alford's website here
Free Guide: Journaling Through Transitional Grief here
Apply for Coaching with certified Empty Nest Coach, Pamela here
Take the free 2-minute Quiz here
Review + Rate podcast here
Follow Pamela on Instagram here
Follow Pamela on Facebook here
Pamela's website with free resources here
209. Why Communication Breaks Down in the Empty Nest and How to Fix It with Counselors Chris & Jamie Bailey →
When the kids leave home, many couples discover they dont know how to talk anymore. Christian marriage counselors Chris and Jamie Bailey share practical, faith-filled insights on improving communication in empty-nest marriages, so couples can move from roommates to meaningful connection.
HELPFUL LINKS:
Chris & Jamie's website here
Free Guide: Marriage Awareness Worksheet here
Free Connection Call with certified Empty Nest Coach, Pamela here
Take the free 2-minute Quiz here
Review + Rate podcast here
Follow Pamela on Instagram here
Follow Pamela on Facebook here
Pamela's website with free resources here
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