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The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom

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The Midlife Momma Podcast -  Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom
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  • The Midlife Momma Podcast -  Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom

    241. How to Help Your Struggling Adult Child Without Rescuing Them

    08/10/2026 | 11 mins.
    When your adult child is struggling, every mom wants to step in and make things better.

    But rescuing your grown child can keep them from building the resilience they need. In this episode, Pamela Henkelman shares six practical ways to support your struggling adult child without rescuing them. Learn how to listen with empathy, encourage resilience, point them toward God, and let go with greater trust.

    HELPFUL LINKS: 
    Free Guide: 10 Things Not to Say to Your Adult Child(And 5 Ways to Stop Yourself from Saying Them) 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
  • The Midlife Momma Podcast -  Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom

    240. How to Trust God When You Can't Control the Outcome with Fiction Writer Cheryl Esper Balcom

    01/10/2026 | 22 mins.
    What happens when the life you've carefully built suddenly falls apart? In this final episode of the Her Next Chapter series, Pamela sits down with author Cheryl Esper Balcom to discuss her novel Mother of the Year and the powerful themes of grief, surrender, faith, and letting go of control. If you're navigating change in midlife or learning to trust God with what you can't control, this conversation will encourage your heart.

    HELPFUL LINKS: 
    Cheryl's Novel: Mother of the Year here
    Cheryl'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
  • The Midlife Momma Podcast -  Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom

    239. How to Let Go of Emotional Baggage in Midlife with Author Lisa Najarian

    24/09/2026 | 29 mins.
    What emotional baggage have you been carrying for far too long? In this episode of the Her Next Chapter series, Pamela talks with Lisa Najarian, founder of the You Go Girl movement and author of Girl, Unpack That!, about why women often carry unresolved hurts alone and how friendship and honesty can help us find healing. If you're ready to let go of what's weighing you down and step into your next chapter with greater freedom, this conversation is for you.

    HELPFUL LINKS: 
    Lisa's book, Girl, Unpack That! here
    Lisa's website, You Go, Girl 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
  • The Midlife Momma Podcast -  Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom

    238. How Women Reach Their Full Potential in Midlife with Entrepreneur Alli Worthington

    17/09/2026 | 27 mins.
    In this episode of the Her Next Chapter series, Pamela sits down with mentor, coach, and bestselling author Alli Worthington to talk about Alli’s passion to help women grow! Together, they explore why your best years may still be ahead and how to make personal growth a priority this season. Learn about Alli’s Wise Woman Method and Catalyst Circles.
    HELPFUL LINKS: 
    Get Alli's Wise Woman Method on Substack here
    Learn more about Alli's Catalyst Mastermind 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
  • The Midlife Momma Podcast -  Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom

    237. How to Build Financial Confidence in Midlife with Author Crystal Paine

    10/09/2026 | 31 mins.
    Do you feel confident about your finances as you head into the next chapter of life? Crystal Paine, founder of Money Saving Mom and author of The 7 Habits of Financially Healthy Women, joins Pamela to talk about simple financial habits, overcoming money stress, and building greater financial confidence in midlife.
    HELPFUL LINKS: 
    Crystals' Free 5- Day Budget Makeover here
    Crystals' blog Money Saving Mom here
    Crystals' Instagram 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
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About The Midlife Momma Podcast - Empty nest mom, Parenting adult children, Midlife transition, Christian mom
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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