Are you an overstretched midlife mom juggling kids and aging parents while feeling mentally exhausted and losing yourself in the process? You're not alone in this overwhelming season. As someone currently living in the sandwich generation with my dad in assisted living while my kids are in school, I understand the unique burnout that comes from caring for everyone except yourself. This show offers practical mindfulness tools specifically designed for moms navigating caregiving responsibilities while raising kids. Tune in twice a week for: Sundays: 20-minute episodes addressing common midlife challenges with practical strategies plus a featured mindfulness practice (affirmations, mantras, or meditations) Wednesdays: Short guided practice sessions to reinforce Sunday's mindfulness technique and reset your week These bite-sized practices fit into your chaotic schedule and help you show up as the calm, present mom you want to be. Start with our fan-favorite Episode 97: 'Midlife Slump? You Deserve Better— 'I Am' Affirmations for Self Worth' to begin transforming how you see yourself today. more

This podcast is for parents of adult children and the unique struggles that come along with that. This podcast is for encouragement and support for parents. Please visit our website https://parentingadultchildren.org. To sign up for my email list for updates send me an email at TalkPAC@Proton.me Want to be a guest on ABCs of Parenting Adult Children? Send James Moffitt a message on PodMatch,here:https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/parentingadultchildren more

Welcome to The Intentional Mom™ Podcast, where we provide simple, practical solutions for women over 40 and over 50 who are feeling lost in their lives as their kids are getting older & leaving the nest. Hosted by Certified Intentional Living Coach, Jennifer Roskamp, this empowering show is brought to you by Accomplished Lifestyle, dedicated to helping women and moms over 40 and 50  craft the life they truly desire within their homes & families. Our mission is to help you find your purpose, your confidence, and yourself as a person since your kids are more independent & maybe even off on their own.Each week, join us as we candidly discuss common pitfalls, challenges, and stumbling blocks that often leave us feeling overwhelmed, confused, and lost about what our purpose is when our kids aren't needing us like they did before. With Jennifer's guidance, we'll explore how to uncover & rediscover who YOU are and what YOU actually want. You'll discover that you're not alone in the emotions, challenges, and trials of everyday life. Instead, you'll feel seen, understood, and inspired to move forward just one step at a time, stepping into the you you've always wanted to be! more

Rick and Clancy have been enjoying life together since the mid 90s. Starting in August 2023, with two college-aged kiddos they entered Empty Nest Living. The house is quieter than before...it's a loud quiet, indeed. Join them as they laugh and cry while trying to figure out how to live the empty nest. Tune in for relatable stories, navigating the ups and downs of empty nest life with humor about the empty nest journey. Want to be a guest on The Loud Quiet - Empty Nest Living? Send Rick And Clancy Denton a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/theloudquiethost more

You don't stop parenting the day you drop your student off to college on Move-in Day. Your role simply changes. (Actually, it's not simple at all, but it changes.) You're a parent for life. Join Lynn Abrahams and Vicki Nelson, higher education professionals and former college parents, as they explore the topics that can help you be a more effective and supportive parent to your college bound student. Whether you already have a child in college, college is still a year or more away, or your student is about to step out, start now to gather the information that empowers you to be an effective college success coach to your student. more

Hey! We are Anne & Becky! Here we discuss the challenges and joys of the empty nest phase, sharing personal experiences and advice. You aren't alone if emptying nesting feels HARD! We cover topics such as the grieving process, reconnecting with spouses, rediscovering purpose, and the transition from parent to friend. We share the importance of faith and humor in navigating this season of life. We pray these episodes bless and prepare you for emptying nesting... and make you giggle! more

When family relationships are full of conflict, it's easy to lose yourself trying to fix them. On Coaching Your Family Relationships , family conflict coach Tina Gosney helps you navigate painful disconnection with clarity and strength—so you can stay true to yourself while building healthier relationships. Whether you're struggling with a strained relationship with your adult child, your spouse, or extended family, you'll find tools, mindset shifts, and encouragement to handle conflict without losing your peace. Start with the free guide: 5 Things To Say (and Not Say) to Your Adult Child After Conflict Visit: bit.ly/sayafterconflict more

This podcast is for moms with an empty nest on the horizon who are reclaiming & redefining their identity outside of motherhood, which might include a job search. On this show we'll have raw conversations about our ever-changing roles as moms, hear from women who restarted their careers, and share tactical tips for a successful job search after a career break.  more

Your life isn't over because the kids are grown, it's just getting started. Life After Launch is the podcast that helps you take back your time, rediscover who you are, and create a life you're excited to wake up to. If you're navigating the empty nest, parenting adult kids, or wondering what's next now that everything has changed—this show is for you. Hosted by Allison Goldberg , Life After Launch delivers real talk, expert tools, and honest stories that will help you feel seen, supported, and ready to launch again-on your own terms. Every episode gives you: Eye-opening conversations about identity, purpose, and midlife reinvention Smart strategies for setting boundaries, finding joy, and managing change Validation, hope, and inspiration—especially when things don't go as planned You've spent years pouring into others. Now it's your turn. This is the podcast that helps you build your next chapter with clarity, courage, and community. New episodes drop weekly. Hit follow and start designing your Life After Launch. more

Andrea Morton 'The Midlife Mom Coach' helps stressed, overwhelmed parents manage their emotions and improve their relationships. She also helps empty nesters navigate the transition and create their brilliant new chapter! The Infinite Capacity Podcast explores how Moms can shift our mindset, and harness our passions and strengths to become the very best version of ourselves possible. Lots of skills & tools here that women can use immediately! (AWESOME BONUS: inspiring interviews!) more

The Sandwich Generation is a smart, funny, and deeply human podcast about life in the middle—caring for both young children and aging parents. Hosted by two women living it in real-time, Robyn Frank and Eliesa Johnson bring raw honesty, real advice, hopefully some levity to every episode. more

Welcome to your encore years! They can be your best years yet. Join Charlotte and listen and learn from encouraging guests who are helping others navigate the empty nest phase of life. Charlotte interviews guests (best-selling authors, speakers and leaders) who are blessing people mentally, physically & spiritually Charlotte's mission and hope, through this podcast and her life, is to encourage others that they have great purpose here and now. Click here https://charlotteguest.com/about/ for more about Charlotte and to reach her regarding this podcast. more

Welcome to the Midlife Worthy Moms, the podcast for Graceful Empty Nesters. I'm Kim Damon, founder of Midlife Discoveries, Worthy Moms. As a certified life and Enneagram coach for moms of adults, I'm here to help you find connection with your adult kids while embarking on your journey as an empty nester mom. Let's create drama remission with your kids, step kids, son-in-law, and daughter-in-law. Build a life based on grace and peace. Tune in each week for practical tips and valuable lessons on connecting with your adult children and living your best life. Together, let's transform our moments of rejection into joy and laughter. more

Over 40 Fabulous and Pregnant Podcast is the ultimate podcast for women over 40 who are trying to conceive or are pregnant. Typical episodes are one woman's journey over 40 years old from TTC, pregnancy, birth and postpartum every other Monday. We laugh, cry, share a little TMI and openly talk about the ones we lost.Prepare to feel empowered trying to conceive, believe pregnancy is possible over 40, relate to other women's struggles, be educated about how women get pregnant, feel like over 40 isn't too old to have a baby, embrace 'advanced maternal age', and ditch outdated expectations. Hosted by Jamie Massey who also shares her own journey to motherhood of almost three years. She became a mother at 43 using donor eggs. She has had seven pregnancies and continues to share her journey.Find supportive sisterhood because you aren't alone in this journey over 40! more

If you bought into the suburban lifestyle and have ever wanted your money back, this is your podcast. Laura and Megan share real life topics that parents face on the road to empty nesting. From finding new mom friends to breaking down the youth sports world, they share how to manage, elevate and find humor in the suburban lifestyle. This lawyer and life coach will give you all the harsh truths and helpful info to have you crushing the suburb life without crushing your dreams... or your soul. For show notes, tools discussed, tangible life hacks and resources that will help you live best suburban life, subscribe today to the Suburban Burnout Podcast more

You have questions? We have answers. We're two Southern moms on the backside of raising kids and we have some things to say. We have lived life, made mistakes, and learned some lessons. Join us for answers to the questions you just want to ask your mom. Christian perspective on motherhood & raising kids. Interviews with experts and other moms in the trenches of parenting. more

Welcome to 'wiched generation, the podcast that dives deep into the unique challenges faced by the Sandwich Generation—those juggling the responsibilities of raising young children while also caring for aging parents.With the heartfelt tagline, 'Driven by love. Forced to make tough choices. Spread too thin,' we bring forward real-life stories, expert insights, and heartfelt discussions aimed at easing the emotional and physical toll of these dual caregiving roles. Whether you're navigating eldercare, balancing family life, or seeking guidance on tough decisions, 'wiched generation offers a supportive space filled with love and empathy.Each episode, we feature interviews with experts in aging, child development, mental health, and financial planning, as well as touching personal stories from listeners like you. Our goal is to provide not just practical tips but also a sense of community—reminding you that you're not alone in this journey. Together, we can find a path forward that prioritizes care for both our loved ones and ourselves.Join us on 'wiched generation as we explore solutions, share stories, and create a supportive network for those stretched too thin. more

Being a dad is tough. Being a grown-ass dad? That's a whole different beast. Welcome to Grown Ass Dads —the podcast where three mid-life dads keep it real about fatherhood, family, careers, and surviving mid-life —all with a side of whiskey, sarcasm, and some good old-fashioned belly laughs. Hosted by Adam, Jay, and Jason , we dive into the everyday chaos of being a dad in today's world—whether it's wrangling kids who won't put down their screens, dealing with tech we barely understand, surviving youth sports insanity, or just figuring out how to not completely screw up our kids . We tackle topics like: 🔥 Parenting in the digital age —and why our kids are convinced we're ancient. 💪 Navigating mid-life struggles —because nobody gave us a manual. 🤯 Balancing work, family, and sanity —and occasionally losing all three. 😂 The hilarious disasters of dad life —from bourbon-fueled decisions to questionable leadership skills. 🧠 Mental health and masculinity —because sometimes even grown-ass dads need to be vulnerable. Expect real talk, honest stories, and the occasional conspiracy theory . Whether you're a dad, a partner, or just a fan of hilarious and unfiltered conversations , we're here to remind you that you're not alone—and that it's okay to laugh at the struggle . So grab a drink (or two), hit that subscribe button, and join us as we navigate fatherhood, friendship, and finding purpose when life gets complicated . more

Are you living a Sandwich Generation life raising kids while caring for aging parents? Have you lost yourself in the process of taking care of everyone else's needs but your own? In this podcast we'll talk about the ups, downs and in-betweens of juggling parenting, elder-care, relationships, work and everything else involved in Living in the Sandwich Zone all while embarking on a quest to reclaim joy! more

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 more

The journey through fertility to imperfect parenting has similar lines .. creating and moving toward joy and health:). We're doing our best to help make family life easier, reminding you of all you do right, and how the wrongs can create some fantastic things. You're the expert of your own world. Let each episode and moment with other experts and ideas simply add to the world you are doing beautifully imperfectly well:)). Ariel Green Andersson is here to get you through life's big transitions, aligning you with self, family and work giving access to joy and health.. Through.. moving you BEYOND the 'it's not possible'to creating and being what you're meant to. At home, in your belly or the work your meant to grow and create.. Does your life feel in alignment with what you do each day/week? We support overwhelmed world moms/parents who are getting lost in the mix of daily demands.. What are you (re)creating? Your business, New family, and best work AND life.. Sharing personal and guest world stories, shared madness, and coaching inspires and moves your forward at your own pace. Every week, Coach, Mom, writer, and creator, Ariel Green Andersson and Imperfect Parenting is focused on your story is asking for. We know it's challenging to be on your own path AND be a present, especially as a conscious parent. We've got your back! AND, bonus: Every 1st week of the month is dedicated to Midlife Fertility and Pregnancy and being an older mom. Our early shows grow the foundation of empathy as beautifully imperfect world parents shared their own journeys through life, work, and creating. In this new era, Mindfulness, the entrepreneurial path, and reality of many people at home is something we are familiar with as coaches, parents, creators and we want to continue to shed light on the possibilities to keep building joy and health. more

Do you have a parent with dementia that you care for? Are you struggling to balance retirement dreams with daily realities of your caregiving role? Is your health suffering because you ALWAYS put yourself last? Do you feel defeated and want to find peace in your life? I GET YOU! In my early 50's, my husband and I became empty nesters looking forward to a season of life where we could hike, watch sunsets, camp, and reignite our relationship. 6 months later, I became a part-time caregiver to my mother who has FTD (frontotemporal dementia) while still teaching high-school full time. I started to lose my dreams and my identity as my exhaustion rose and my energy disappeared. But I am a driven person with faith and vision who refuses to let this season of life get the best of me! I have learned more about dementia to help me cope and understand what is happening with my mother. I have developed mindset practices so that I can remain excited about my own dreams without feeling guilty and selfish. I have created systems that help me continue to move the needle on my personal goals, even when I am pulled in 100 different directions and have very broken segments of time. And I want to share my successes, and my failures, with you! So, find a quiet corner, take a few deep calming breaths, and join me as I share how I have created life balance and maintained peace in the midst of a very unexpected season of life as the daughter of a parent with dementia. more

Co-hosts Meagan Francis and Sarah Powers have eight kids between them, little to grown. Weekly conversations offer practical tips and real-life encouragement for moms who want to enjoy motherhood more, and cut back on comparison, worry, and stress. We're not experts, we're moms who've been there. We're not perfect, we're real. Welcome to The Mom Hour. more

A Podcast About Fatherhood After Forty

Join Middle Aged Mamas Nakeya, Dawn and Kamilah each week as they share candid, heartwarming and hilarious conversations about motherhood from varying perspectives. Listen to vulnerable stories as they, along with special guests explore topics. Prepare to laugh, cry and hopefully gain valuable insight into the world of middle aged motherhood as they discuss and facilitate conversations aimed to inspire and inform. more

Friends and fellow authors Brenda Yoder and Amelia Rhodes offer encouragement, resources, and practical advice to help moms thrive in midlife. From raising and releasing children, tweens and teens, parenting young adults, caring for aging parents, to caring for your own health, moms in midlife feel the pressure to do and be it all for everyone. Join us as we talk about caring for yourself, keeping healthy relationships, and growing your faith in the middle of it all. You're not alone! more

A 45 degree bank left or right in a helicopter puts your body under pressure, just like middle age. You are in a battle balancing careers, parenthood, relationships, aging, and all that comes with it. Former helicopter pilot Darisse Smith uses the stories from her life to talk about the pressures of being to the left or right of age 45.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

2Sisters Speak: Surviving the Sandwich Generation is a podcast for anyone who feels sandwiched caring for an aging loved one and is in search of community that understands the unique challenges of being squeezed. Hosted by sisters, Michelle Woodbrey and Alyson Powers, co-owners of 2Sisters Senior Living Advisors, a senior care consulting firm. Michelle and Alyson have been supporting seniors and their families for decades and are now also caring for their own aging parents and raising young families. Join them as they set the space for sharing their collective insights and stories about the ups and downs of being part of the sandwich generation. more

Parent-teen researcher Andy Earle talks with various experts about the art and science of parenting teenagers. Find more at www.talkingtoteens.com more