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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

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187. When Your Adult Child Doubts God: Why Listening...

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2025/09/25

What do you do when your adult child says, “I’m not sure I believe in God anymore”? In this episode, we explore how Christian moms can respond with grace, compassion, and trust. Instead of panicking or preaching, you’ll learn why listening is the greatest gift you can give and how it opens the door for God to keep working in your child’s heart.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

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14:07

186. Boundaries with Adult Children: Phrases and...

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2025/09/18

If you’ve ever struggled to set boundaries with your adult child, you’re not alone. Healthy boundaries with adult children aren’t about control; they’re about love, respect, and connection. In this episode, I’m 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

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14:08

185. Why Setting Boundaries Is a Gift to Your Adult...

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2025/09/11

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 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

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Bonus Episode: Praying for Your Kids and Grandkids

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2025/09/08

Hey Momma, today we’ve 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. Thisyear’s series follows Christian Parenting’s brand new prayer journal, A Great Cloud ofWitnesses. Each week highlights a biblical hero of the faith, paired with Scripture-based prayers for yourkids. Here is a sneak peek into week one:This first week is all about Noah—a man of incredible faith and

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184. Tending Your Soul Through Transition with...

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2025/09/04

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, hereMariel's Free 4 Week Devotional Through Ruth 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

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13:37

183. What To Do When Your Grown Child Won’t Move Out

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2025/08/28

What should you do when your adult child won’t 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 God’s timing, without losing the relationship or yourself in the process. HELPFUL LINKS: Free Guide: 10 Things Not to Say to Your Adult Child hereFree Connection Call with certified Empty Nest Coach, Pamela

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182. Empty Nest Awakening: Ruthie Gray’s Wisdom for...

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2025/08/21

Launching our kids into adulthood is one of the most emotional transitions of motherhood. In this episode, author and seasoned mom Ruthie Gray shares her honest wisdom on identity, boundaries, communication, and faith during the launching years. If you're feeling unsure or a little lost, you're not alone, and this conversation is full of hope and encouragement just for you.HELPFUL LINKS: Free Guide: Next Steps Journal hereThe Sandwich Season Podcast hereFree Guide: 10 Things Not to Say to

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181. How to Let Go Well: A Christian Mom’s Guide to...

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2025/08/14

Launching a child into adulthood is emotional, sacred, and often bittersweet. In this episode, Pamela shares six powerful tips to help you release well, support wisely, and stay rooted in your faith. Learn how to manage your emotions, set healthy expectations, and anchor your identity in Christ, not just your role as mom. With grace and intention, you can let go well.HELPFUL LINKS: Free Guide: 10 Things Not to Say to Your Adult Child hereFree Connection Call with certified Empty Nest Coach, Pamela

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26:42

180. How to Reconnect with Your Spouse After the Kids...

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2025/08/07

When the kids move out, it’s easy for the marriage to feel distant or even disconnected. But what if the empty nest could be a fresh start?In this heartfelt episode, Pamela is joined by author and counselor Sally Livingston to talk about how couples can move from feeling like roommates to rekindling emotional and spiritual intimacy. Whether your marriage feels stuck or just needs a reset, this conversation offers hope, practical tools, and the reminder that it’s never too late to reconnect.HELPFUL

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179. Rocking the Grandma Role with Chrys and Shellie...

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2025/07/31

In this uplifting episode, I’m joined by Chrys Howard and Shellie Tomlinson, hosts of the Rocking It Grand podcast and authors of the book by the same name. These two fun and faith-filled grandmas share wisdom on leaving a godly legacy and investing spiritually in your grandkids, even from a distance.HELPFUL LINKS: Free Chapter Rocking It Grand hereRocking It Grand website hereFree Guide: 10 Things Not to Say to Your Adult Child hereFree Connection Call with certified Empty Nest Coach, Pamela

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178. When Grandparenting Hurts: Finding Hope in the...

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2025/07/24

What do you do when grandparenting doesn’t look the way you hoped? In this tender episode, we’re talking about the grief that comes from distance, estrangement, or unmet expectations and how to find peace and purpose in the middle of it. Let’s walk through six ways to cope and invite Jesus into the ache.HELPFUL LINKS: A Cloud of Witnesses Prayer Journal here Code: CLOUDFree Guide: 10 Things Not to Say to Your Adult Child hereFree Connection Call with certified Empty Nest Coach, Pamela hereTake the

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177. When Your Daughter Becomes a Mom: How to Support...

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2025/07/17

How sweet it is to watch your daughter become a mom. Our youngest daughter, Keziah, became a mom this year, and I wanted you to hear her heart on what young moms need most in this tender season of motherhood.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

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176. How to Be a Supportive (Not Pushy) Grandma

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2025/07/10

Becoming a grandma is a gift, but it’s not without challenges. In this episode, I share five faith-filled ways to support your adult children’s parenting with grace, not control. Learn how to show up with prayer, humility, and love as you build a joyful legacy with your grandkids.HELPFUL LINKS: Free Guide: 10 Things Not to Say to Your Adult Child hereA Great Cloud of Witnesses Prayer JournalFree Connection Call with certified Empty Nest Coach, Pamela hereTake the free 2-minute Quiz hereReview + Rate

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29:04

175. From Guilt to Grace: Helping Christian Moms of...

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2025/07/03

Author Dawn Ward shares her journey of parenting an addicted adult child and how she moved from guilt and shame to grace and freedom in Christ. If your adult child is struggling, this episode offers honest encouragement and real hope.HELPFUL LINKS: From Guilt to Grace by Dawn Ward hereFree Guide: Boundaries with Your Addicted Child hereFacebook Group: Christian Moms of Addicted Children hereFree Guide: 10 Things Not to Say to Your Adult Child hereFree Connection Call with certified Empty Nest

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174. How Hearing God Helps You Trust Him with Your...

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2025/06/26

If you’ve ever struggled to let go and trust God with your grown child, this episode is for you. I’m joined by Marnie Hammar, host of the Hear Him Louder podcast, as we talk about how hearing God’s voice brings peace, calms fear, and helps us surrender control in this new season of motherhood.HELPFUL LINKS: Free Guide: Four Steps for Creating Quiet by Marnie Hammar hereFree Guide: 10 Things Not to Say to Your Adult Child hereFree Connection Call with certified Empty Nest Coach, Pamela hereTake the

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173. Six Hidden Consequences of Not Letting Go of...

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2025/06/19

What really happens when we don’t let go of our adult kids? In this episode, I share six surprising consequences of holding on too tightly and how it affects your peace, your faith, and your relationship with your grown children. You’ll leave encouraged, equipped, and ready to trust God more in this season.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

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31:55

172. From Control to Surrender: Cultivating a...

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2025/06/12

Your connection with God is what helps you move from control to surrender. Let’s move beyond “quiet time” and find grace in the moment. Join me for an impactful discussion with Rose Jordan as we explore learning to connect with God in your everyday life, allowing you to let go of control and surrender every anxious moment to Him.HELPFUL LINKS: Penny Jar Prayers hereBeneath the Fig Tree podcast hereRose's YouTube hereFree Guide: 10 Things Not to Say to Your Adult Child hereFree Connection Call

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171. Letting Go of Control: Trusting God with Your...

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2025/06/05

We hate to admit it, but many moms struggle with control. If you've found yourself lying awake at night, replaying their choices, wondering if you should have said more, done more, or prayed harder, this conversation is for you. We’re talking about how to release control and trust God with your adult children.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

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170. Brave in the Empty Nest: Trusting God with...

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2025/05/29

Feeling unsure, afraid, or stuck in the empty nest? Author Laura Smith shares how biblical bravery can help you face midlife with faith, purpose, and courage. You’ll be encouraged to trust God and take your next brave step—right where you are.HELPFUL LINKS: Free Chapter Brave Woman, Mighty God 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

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169. From Pressure to Peace: 6 Ways Prayer Helps...

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2025/05/22

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

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