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Send us Fan Mail Season 2, Episode 39:  How Fitting Moms on Pause - Midlife, Menopause, and the Mundane Sometimes wisdom arrives in unexpected places — like a dressing room, halfway through trying on your seventh bra. In this episode, we talk bras, undies, and the surprisingly emotional business of finding something that actually fits. Midlife has a funny way of making you reconsider everything fr...

Send us Fan Mail Season 2, Episode 38: Strength in Numbers   Moms on Pause - Midlife, Menopause, and the Mundane Getting stronger in midlife doesn't have to mean completely reinventing your life. In this episode, we talk about strength training and what it really takes to create a workout plan that works in everyday life. No perfect schedules, no punishing routines—just realistic movement and...

Send us Fan Mail Season 2, Episode 37:  Bored But Becoming Moms on Pause - Midlife, Menopause, and the Mundane Pull up a chair—we've got some things to talk about. Midlife can be a time of reinvention and unexpected discovery. In this episode, we explore setting personal challenges, creating new goals, and navigating the boredom of today.  Growth doesn't always happen in big, dramatic mo...

Send us Fan Mail Season 2, Episode 35: Plot Twist:  New job. New chapter. Same woman  Moms on Pause - Midlife, Menopause, and the Mundane What happens when life decides to hit the reset button? In this episode, we’re talking about the courage it takes to leave the familiar behind, to take on a new job and move to another state. No reinvention speeches required, just real conversations about naviga...

Send us Fan Mail Season 2, Episode 35: Take the Damn Vacation Moms on Pause - Midlife, Menopause, and the Mundane Sometimes a vacation isn’t about checking off a bucket-list destination or packing every minute with adventure. Sometimes, it’s simply about stepping away. In this episode, we talk about the importance of using vacation time....period. Disconnect from work and recharge your batteries....

Send us Fan Mail Season 2, Episode 34: Welcome to the Club    Moms on Pause - Midlife, Menopause, and the Mundane While many of us are platinum members already, you've just become a card-carrying member of the menopause club. There's no denying that the symptoms your girlfriends have long been complaining about are now your reality. While it's not a membership that calls for celebra...

Send us Fan Mail Season 2, Episode 33: Laid Off and the Unexpected Reset   Moms on Pause - Midlife, Menopause, and the Mundane Getting laid off is never part of the plan and in midlife, it hits differently. In this episode, we’re having an honest conversation about the emotions, uncertainty, and unexpected perspective that come with losing a job. After the shock, the reality of updating a résumé a...

Send us Fan Mail Season 2, Episode 32:  Backpacks and Big Feelings Moms on Pause - Midlife, Menopause, and the Mundane Remember when “back to school” meant new notebooks, picking the perfect backpack and the smell of freshly sharpened crayons? In this week's episode, we explore how the back-to-school season has evolved. It’s a reminder that while the times have changed, the love and chaos of...

Send us Fan Mail Season 2, Episode 31: The End is Near  Moms on Pause - Midlife, Menopause, and the Mundane Candid conversations meet practical planning and this episode is for everyone. We explore how the realities of midlife intersect with the often-overlooked discussion on estate planning. With warmth and humor, we talk wills, trusts, and healthcare directives like a chat over coffee. Planning...

Send us Fan Mail Season 2, Episode 30:  Rebranding Yourself Moms on Pause - Midlife, Menopause, and the Mundane What happens when the role that defined you for years begins to change? In this episode, we explore the journey of rebranding yourself after the kids leave home. Rather than viewing the empty nest as an ending, we discuss how it can become an opportunity to rediscover your passions and r...

Send us Fan Mail Season 2, Episode 29:  Corralling the Kids Moms on Pause - Midlife, Menopause, and the Mundane Welcome to our first guests. Our trio of kids pay a visit and offer perspective into their early college years. Lean in as they share stories that had us moms gasping and laughing in the same moment. Take a deep breath — you’re not alone. Let's pause together. 

Send us Fan Mail Season 2, Episode 28:  Final Score - Moms 0 Moms on Pause - Midlife, Menopause, and the Mundane  The boys poke some fun at Mom and quiz us on one of their favorite pastimes. Listen in and play along as we get schooled on sports. Take a deep breath — you’re not alone. Let's pause together. 

Send us Fan Mail Season 2, Episode 27:  The Awkward Pause Moms on Pause - Midlife, Menopause, and the Mundane Be brave and embrace the awkward pauses - the quiet moments that allow us a breath and that give thought to new beginnings. Join us as we discover what holds space in our life, including personal growth, friendships and a new perspective of our grown children walking their journey. Take a...

Send us Fan Mail Season 2, Episode 26:  Menopause Meltdown   Moms on Pause - Midlife, Menopause, and the Mundane Our menopause journey is ever changing. One moment we're energetic and care-free, walking with our weighted vest and looking forward to the sourdough and infrared face mask waiting for us at home. The next thing we know, we're eating our feelings and protesting in the streets...

Send us Fan Mail Season 2, Episode 25:  Pool Noodle Drama  Moms on Pause - Midlife, Menopause, and the Mundane The saga continues with our pool shenanigans. Dive in as we talk about our laughable noodle challenges. What's a girl to do for a little fun these days?    Take a deep breath — you’re not alone. Let's pause together. 

Send us Fan Mail Season 2, Episode 24:  On the Road Again  Moms on Pause - Midlife, Menopause, and the Mundane Experts suggest that taking vacations are essential for reducing stress and supporting good health. Rest and reset regularly - you deserve it. During this episode, we reminisce on each of our recent jaunts and discuss what we've learned along the way, including a desire to get paid f...

Send us Fan Mail Season 2, Episode 23: Personal Jesus     Moms on Pause - Midlife, Menopause, & the Mundane The conversations continue post-recording and we're engulfed in discussion about all sorts of things, including this one about AI and Faith. What does this have anything to do with midlife and menopause? Just like Ferris Bueller said, "Life moves pretty fast. If you don't...

Send us Fan Mail Season 2, Episode 22:  Who's the Anxious One   Moms on Pause - Midlife, Menopause, & the Mundane With a lot of humor, we reflect on our own generational challenges and make light of how our kids navigate through adulthood. We talk candidly about the "anxious child" but is it really the anxious parent who blocks the path of growth and success? It's curious a...

Send us Fan Mail Season 2, Episode 21:  10 Questions of James Lipton   Moms on Pause - Midlife, Menopause, & the Mundane We're taking a cue from James Lipton's signature set of questions to probe into the intriguing and mundane facets of our lives.  Take the journey with us - lean in and discover the surprising answers. Take a deep breath — you’re not alone. Let's pause together...

Send us Fan Mail Season 2, Episode 20:  Thanks Mom   Moms on Pause - Midlife, Menopause, & the Mundane In this episode, we're celebrating our moms.  Join us as we reminisce on the warm, wonderful, and funny memories about the important women in our lives. Take a deep breath — you’re not alone. Let's pause together. 

Send us Fan Mail Season 2, Episode 19:  Flying Solo Moms on Pause - Midlife, Menopause, & the Mundane Navigating travel as mid-lifers takes on another meaning with grown kids. Family trips look different and our fresh perspective creates a welcome shift in priorities, independence, and new adventures.   Take a deep breath — you’re not alone. Let's pause together. 

Send us Fan Mail Season 2, Episode 18:  Lightning Round   Moms on Pause - Midlife, Menopause, & the Mundane We're taking a break to have a bit of fun! Get to know us with a lighting round of questions. Life can be noisy and complicated and busy.  Press pause and play along as we enjoy some laughs.    Take a deep breath — you’re not alone. Let's pause together. 

Send us Fan Mail Season 2, Episode 17:  Girl Power   Moms on Pause - Midlife, Menopause, & the Mundane Women are discovering their talents when it comes to tasks traditionally done by our male counterparts. We CAN do hard things and excel in activities outside our comfort zone. We talk about the challenges that hold us back and celebrate the quiet strength within each of us that powers our des...

Send us Fan Mail Season 2, Episode 16:  When to Let Go   Moms on Pause - Midlife, Menopause, & the Mundane When it's time to let go the loose reigns of our emerging adult children but we parents are not ready.  Our kids are reaching milestones that we haven't prepared for and they're growing into the remarkable humans they're meant to be.  We'll continue to love and nu...

Send us Fan Mail Season 2, Episode 15:  Finding a Purposeful Life Moms on Pause - Midlife, Menopause, & the Mundane This episode shifted quickly into an impromptu conversation on living a purposeful life.  We hold a deep desire for meaningful experiences but can't identify what exactly will fill our cup.  We talk with an open heart and move towards finding our personal call to action.   T...