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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:
186. Boundaries with Adult Children: Phrases and Behaviors That Backfire →
If youve ever struggled to set boundaries with your adult child, youre not alone. Healthy boundaries with adult children arent about control; theyre about love, respect, and connection. In this episode, Im sharing six phrases and behaviors to avoid so you can communicate clearly, protect your relationship, and honor God in the process. Learn how to set boundaries with your grown kids in a way that builds trust, strengthens your faith, and creates lasting connections.
HELPFUL LINKS:
CP Friday Favorites Newsletter here
Free Guide: 10 Things Not to Say to Your Adult Child 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
185. Why Setting Boundaries Is a Gift to Your Adult Child →
What if saying no could actually bring you closer to your grown kids? In this episode, discover why healthy, biblical boundaries can deepen connection, protect your peace, and create the space where love grows best.
HELPFUL LINKS:
Christian Parenting's Friday Favorites Newsletter here
Free Guide: 10 Things Not to Say to Your Adult Child 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
Bonus Episode: Praying for Your Kids and Grandkids →
Hey Momma, today weve got something special for you: a bonus episode straight from the
Pardon the Mess podcast!
Every Monday, host Courtney DeFeo shares a short prayer to help you lift up your kids. This
years series follows Christian Parentings brand new prayer journal, A Great Cloud of
Witnesses.
Each week highlights a biblical hero of the faith, paired with Scripture-based prayers for your
kids. Here is a sneak peek into week one:
This first week is all about Noaha man of incredible faith and obedience. While the world
around him turned away from God, Noah walked in righteousness. Building the ark probably
looked foolish to everyone else, but Noah trusted Gods word even when it didnt make sense.
Thats the kind of faith we want for our kids: to listen to Gods voice over any others and walk
confidently with Him even when it means standing apart.
If you love this episode and dont have your copy of A Great Cloud of Witnesses yet, its not too
late to get yours! Go ChristianParenting.org to get your copy and follow along. And dont forget
to tune in to Pardon the Mess every Monday for more prayer episodes.
Order A Great Cloud of Witnesses today here
Follow Pardon the Mess on Apple or Spotify
184. Tending Your Soul Through Transition with Author, Mariel Davenport →
When motherhood shifts in the empty nest, how do you steady your soul? Author Mariel Davenport shares her TEND method and fresh encouragement from Scripture to help you walk with God through seasons of change.
HELPFUL LINKS:
Preorder Mariel's book, Ruth: Finding Grace in the Unexpected, here
Mariel's Free 4 Week Devotional Through Ruth here
Free Guide: 10 Things Not to Say to Your Adult Child 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
183. What To Do When Your Grown Child Wont Move Out →
What should you do when your adult child wont leave the nest? In this honest and hope-filled episode, we explore six faith-filled strategies to help you navigate delayed launching with wisdom and grace. Learn how to set healthy boundaries, communicate with love, encourage independence, and trust Gods timing, without losing the relationship or yourself in the process.
HELPFUL LINKS:
Free Guide: 10 Things Not to Say to Your Adult Child here
Free Connection Call with certified Empty Nest Coach, Pamela here
Take the free 2-minute Quiz here
Review + Rate the podcast here
Follow Pamela on Instagram here
Follow Pamela on Facebook here
Pamela's website with free resources here
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