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Midlife Mom Reset

Midlife Mom Reset

Written by: Shannon Howard
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Do you ever feel like you’re running on empty, but there’s no option to stop?
When was the last time you felt truly rested; not just physically, but mentally too?
Do you wonder why you’re still tired, even when you “do everything right”?
Do you feel like everyone leans on you, but no one asks if you’re okay?

Welcome to Midlife Mom Reset.
This is your space to get your energy back, support your body through perimenopause, and finally feel like yourself again.
I’ll share practical ways to shut off work on time, set healthy boundaries, and enjoy guilt-free time with your kids, your partner, and yourself.
You’ll learn how to heal burnout at the root, with tools for nervous system support, hormone balance, and daily habits that actually work in real life.
Every episode is a reminder that you are not alone and that it’s never too late to reset your health, your energy, and your life.

Hey, I’m Shannon, wife, mom of two, former corporate leader turned small business owner who knows exactly what burnout feels like.
I spent years climbing the corporate ladder, working 12-hour days, and missing out on the life happening right in front of me.
Add in perimenopause, low energy, and the pressure to “do it all,” and I was completely depleted.
I thought working harder was the answer; it wasn’t. Everything changed when I got honest about my hormones, my boundaries, my energy, and my faith.
Now I run my own business, end my day on my terms, and am fully present with my family.

That’s why I created Midlife Mom Reset, to give you the tools, encouragement, and faith-filled clarity to stop surviving and start living again.
If you’re ready to reclaim your energy, set clear boundaries, and build a life that actually feels good in this season of motherhood - this is the podcast for you.
Grab your coffee, take a deep breath, and let’s jump in.

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Episodes
  • 033. If You’re Sick of Hustle Culture, It’s Time to Learn the Benefits of Work Life Balance So You Can Thrive*
    Jan 19 2026

    Hustle culture has taught so many moms that rest is something you earn after exhaustion. Push harder now. Slow down later. But for many women, especially moms, that later never really comes.

    In this episode, we talk honestly about why hustle culture feels so heavy in motherhood and why constant urgency quietly drains your energy, health, and presence over time. We unpack how living in constant push mode affects your nervous system, your sleep, your relationships, and your ability to feel truly present in your own life.

    You’ll hear why work life balance is not about doing less because you can’t handle more, but about creating a rhythm your body and mind can sustain. We explore how stepping away from hustle culture brings more clarity, steadier energy, better health, and deeper connection with the people who matter most.

    This conversation is especially for the mom who is productive and capable, but tired of feeling like rest is always postponed. It’s about redefining success in a way that allows you to thrive instead of constantly recover.

    We close with grounding and prayer, inviting peace, wisdom, and a healthier pace as you choose balance over burnout.

    If this episode resonated with you, come join us inside the Midlife Mom Reset Facebook Group. Just search “Midlife Mom Reset” on Facebook. It’s a supportive space for moms navigating burnout, boundaries, perimenopause, and building a more sustainable life.

    If this episode helped you reflect or feel less alone, consider sharing it with a friend and leaving a review so more moms can find this conversation.

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    12 mins
  • 032. Struggling With Family Drama? 5 Tips to Build Boundaries With Family That Actually Stick
    Jan 12 2026

    Family drama can feel especially heavy for moms, especially when old roles, expectations, and patterns keep pulling you back into situations that leave you emotionally drained. This episode is a grounded, honest conversation about why boundaries with family feel so much harder than boundaries in other areas of life and what actually helps them stick.

    We talk about how family boundaries are deeply tied to history and identity, why guilt shows up so quickly when moms try to protect their peace, and how boundaries often fall apart when they are built on permission instead of self trust. This episode gently walks through what needs to shift internally before any boundary will work externally.

    You’ll hear why boundaries are lived decisions rather than announcements, how over explaining weakens boundaries, and why consistency matters more than perfect delivery. We also explore why allowing other people to have their feelings is not unloving, how family systems test new boundaries, and why tolerating discomfort is part of changing long standing dynamics.

    This conversation is especially for the mom who loves her family but is tired of feeling pulled, pressured, or emotionally exhausted by recurring drama. It’s about building boundaries that reduce conflict over time instead of creating more of it, and learning how to protect your energy without cutting people off.

    We close with grounding and prayer, inviting clarity, courage, and peace as you practice showing up differently in family relationships.

    If this episode resonated with you, come join us inside the Midlife Mom Reset Facebook Group. Just search “Midlife Mom Reset” on Facebook. It’s a supportive space for moms navigating boundaries, burnout, perimenopause, and life transitions together.

    If this episode helped you feel steadier or less alone, consider sharing it with a friend and leaving a review so more moms can find this conversation.

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    16 mins
  • 031. Sick of Perimenopause Bloating? A Gut Friendly Reset for Busy Moms Who Want Relief
    Jan 5 2026

    As the new year begins, many moms notice their bodies feeling more uncomfortable than ever. Bloating that lingers all day. A tight, swollen stomach by afternoon. Feeling disconnected from your body no matter what you eat or how hard you try.

    This episode is a gentle reset for moms navigating perimenopause bloating who want relief without restriction, punishment, or extreme changes.

    We talk about why bloating in perimenopause is different than it used to be and why it’s often not a food problem first. You’ll learn how hormone shifts, stress, nervous system overload, and digestion all work together and why busy mom life makes bloating harder to manage.

    Instead of focusing on cutting foods or forcing results, this episode walks through a gut friendly approach rooted in calming the body. We explore how the way you eat matters as much as what you eat, why nourishment and blood sugar stability are essential in this season, and how releasing physical tension can help your gut finally settle.

    This conversation is about relief, not perfection. It’s about starting the year by supporting your body instead of fighting it.

    We close with grounding and prayer, inviting peace, trust, and gentleness as you step into a new year.

    If this episode resonated with you, come join us inside the Midlife Mom Reset Facebook Group. Just search “Midlife Mom Reset” on Facebook. It’s a supportive space for moms navigating perimenopause, burnout, and life transitions together.

    If this episode helped you feel calmer or more understood, consider sharing it with a friend and leaving a review so more moms can find this conversation.

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    15 mins
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