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

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

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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

Pamela Henkelman Christianity Ministry & Evangelism Parenting Relationships Spirituality
Episodes
  • 208. When Your Empty Nest Marriage Feels Like Roommates: 6 Ways to Reconnect

    208. When Your Empty Nest Marriage Feels Like Roommates: 6 Ways to Reconnect
    Feb 19 2026

    Does your empty nest marriage feel more like roommates than partners? In this episode, we talk about why connection often fades after the kids leave home and share six practical, grace-filled steps to help you reconnect emotionally, physically, and spiritually with your husband. It’s not too late to grow close again.

    HELPFUL LINKS:

    Christian Parenting's Morning Minute 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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    15 mins
  • 207. Praying Together in the Empty Nest: Rebuilding Spiritual Intimacy as a Couple with Bob and Pamela Henkelman

    207. Praying Together in the Empty Nest: Rebuilding Spiritual Intimacy as a Couple with Bob and Pamela Henkelman
    Feb 12 2026

    When the house gets quieter, many couples realize they’ve drifted spiritually. In this special episode, I sit down with my husband, Bob, a pastor and fellow empty nester, to talk honestly about praying together as a couple. We share why praying together matters, why it can feel awkward, and simple ways to begin rebuilding spiritual intimacy in the empty nest.

    HELPFUL LINKS:

    Free Guide: Marriage Awareness Worksheet 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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    25 mins
  • 206. Six Ways to Strengthen Your Empty Nest Marriage When You Feel Like You’re Growing Apart

    206. Six Ways to Strengthen Your Empty Nest Marriage When You Feel Like You’re Growing Apart
    Feb 5 2026

    When the kids leave home, many women are surprised by an ache they didn’t expect; distance in their marriage. The house is quieter, the roles have changed, and the connection with your husband can feel strained or fragile. In this episode, Pamela shares 6 grace-filled ways to strengthen your empty nest marriage when you feel like you’re growing apart. Through faith-based wisdom, Scripture, and gentle reflection, you’ll learn how awareness, prayer, and intentional love can help rebuild connection and restore hope.

    HELPFUL LINKS:

    Christian Parenting's Morning Minute here

    Free Guide: The Marriage Awareness Worksheet 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
    Show More Show Less
    16 mins
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