Midlife Matters

Today we're joined by best selling author, Lisa-Jo Baker to talk about her new book,  The Middle Matters: Why That (Extra) Ordinary Life Looks Really Good on You.  Lisa-Jo frees women from the pressure to live up to everyone else's expectations of what a meaningful life should look like. Rather than asking them to  seize the day, she encourages them to simply change the way they  see each day--bec...

Today we're talking about regret proofing your life with Suzy Rosenstein. Suzy is a Master Certified Life Coach who encourages women to identify what they want and take the steps needed to make it happen. We've been inspired by Suzy and can't wait to share her enthusiasm with you!  You can learn more about Suzy on her  website,   Instagram,   Facebook,   Twitter,  and  Pinterest.  Listen to her po...

Today we're talking about a move, a cruise, and our summer groove! Ten short weeks ago, we laid out a lot of plans, but how did we do? Join us as we laugh and look back on summer 2019!  Past episodes mentioned: Summer Strategy | 31 Family Vacation | 32 How to Mentor Millennials with Jayme Hull | 35 DIY Landscaping and Gardening | 30 Books mentioned: Love and Respect by Emerson Eggerichs Forty Autu...

Today we're getting the inside scoop on college life! We have three students joining us to answer your questions about dorms, classes, and what life is really like on your own for the first time. Whether you're preparing to send your first child off in the fall, or you just want to take a trip down memory lane, you'll enjoy the honesty and humor Davis, Madi, and Meg bring to this discussion!  We'd...

Today we're talking about decision making and best selling author Gretchen Rubin's concept of choosing the bigger life. She urges people to move beyond the pro/con list and go after the more enriching life experience. It can be helpful to think of how our choices will strengthen our relationships, cause us to grow, and reflect our personal values. We share some of the times we've chosen the bigger...

Today's topic is balancing a career and family with special guest, Tonya Winders. Tonya is the CEO of Allergy & Asthma Network, a national nonprofit. She has worked full time for over 25 years while raising five children. We're talking about a viral Facebook post covering the unrealistic expectations placed on working mothers by Sarah Buckley Friedberg. Tonya does a great job shedding light on the...

Today we're talking about the differences between teen girls and boys! From traveling to risk taking, shopping to fighting, there are lots of ways they differ and we're here to see the humor in them all! If you don't have teenagers yet, consider this your fair warning. If you do have all the craziness in your house, then you'll be nodding along, and if you've already raised your teens, you'll laug...

We love to hear from our listeners and today we're answering a listener question! We're taking a deep dive into downsizing and decluttering on both a large and small scale. So whether you're moving into a smaller house, reconfiguring your current home, or just want to gain extra closet space, we've got some great ideas for you!  Get in touch! Find us here: Instagram:  Midlife Matters Podcast Faceb...

Today we're joined by Jayme Hull, author of Face to Face: Discover How Mentoring Can Change Your Life. Jayme's passion is pouring into the lives of millennials through one on one relationships. We'll discuss the purpose, value, and benefits of mentoring, as well as logistics. How do you initiate, navigate, and even end a mentorship? What does a healthy mentoring relationship look like? Jayme's her...

We're interviewing the Midlife Matters Daughters! Marie, Julie, and Mindy each have first born daughters and they're all here to answer questions from the perspective of their stage of life. Find out what they do and don't love, what they wish people knew about them, and where they see themselves in five years. This is a chance to remember what it's like to be in college, newly married, and pregna...

This week we're celebrating fatherhood! What makes a good father? How are fathers and mothers different? Father's Day is almost here and we thought it would be fun to look back on our favorite, and maybe not so favorite, Father's Day memories. And of course, no Father's Day episode would be complete without some stories about our own husbands and fathers. What makes them special, what roles have t...

Summer is vacation season! It's the time when we try to set aside a week or two to spend with our family relaxing and making memories! Today we're talking about planning and enjoying a family vacation, managing expectations, family bonding, and ways to make the experience more fun. We'll give you our best tips for saving money on travel, accommodations, and meals. We'll also share how to make car...

Who needs a summer strategy? We think everyone can use one! Whether you're at home with kids, work full time, or something in between, we can all use a plan to make the most of this special season. Today we'll cover ways to relax and slow down, how to set some easy goals and accomplish them, ways to incorporate new experiences and adventures, and the hardest summer question of all in our stage of...

Today's episode is all about DIY landscaping and gardening! Marie doesn't have a green thumb, but her mom does. Nancy will join Julie and Mindy to inspire listeners to try planting and cultivating something new this year! We're talking about flower, herb, and vegetable gardening, as well as giving lots of tips for great plants and bushes to try in your yard. Also learn about cost friendly ways to...

Today we're talking about a topic that keeps many moms awake at night...sending their first child off to college! Mindy's oldest started college last August and now she's here to tell us all about freshman year. We'll discuss choosing a college, move-in day, dorm life, visits home, and all the emotions a mom feels throughout that first year! Join us! We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Insta...

This week we're celebrating motherhood! Mother's Day is almost here and we thought it would be fun to look back on our favorite Mother's Day memories, and share some not so favorite memories! Sometimes those holiday expectations can get us in a bit of trouble! And of course, no Mother's Day episode would be complete without telling some stories about our own mothers. What did they do that still ma...

Meal planning and warm weather meals are on the podcast today! We're talking quick summer recipes and foods that your whole family will love. We also cover grocery pick up and delivery options, picky eaters, and what to serve groups both large and small. Join us for ideas to help make cooking dinner easier and more fun! Recipes we talked about: Grilled Chicken and Pineapple Quesadillas Grilled Ses...

Today we're talking with Rachel Marie Martin, the voice behind the popular blog, Finding Joy, and the author of The Brave Art of Motherhood. Rachel is a mom of seven who is dedicated to encouraging women to pursue their dreams in the midst of the demands of motherhood. Join us to learn how to rediscover your true self, silence the voices of guilt, and fully embrace your unique calling!  Rachel's b...

Today we're talking with Joyce Shulman about a great new program she started called 99 Walks. We'll discuss building friendships and community, physical and emotional health, and the many ways all of these things can be strengthened through walking! Join us! Find 99 Walks and Joyce Shulman here: 99 Walks Website 99 Walks on Instagram 99 Walks Facebook Macaroni Kid Website Macaroni Kid on Instagram...

The Nashville based stylist, Meredith Mathis, is here to answer all our clothing questions. She'll give us the scoop on spring trends and what to wear. We'll also learn the essentials every woman should have in her closet and how we can look terrific at any age!  We're having our first giveaway at Midlife Matters this week. Follow us on Instagram  @midlifematterspodcast  for all the details!   Fin...

Today we're talking about overcoming fear and anxiety with our special guest, Scarlet Hiltibidal. Scarlet has written a wonderful book,  Afraid of All the Things . Join us as she shares her journey of growing up in the green room of  Saturday Night Live , being born to a fire-eater and adopted by a SWAT cop, having internal organs explode, and adopting a deaf girl from China. Find out why Scarlet...

Today's show is all about spring and the joy it brings after the long, cold winter. Join us as we discuss ways we're renewing our minds, attitudes, homes, wardrobes, and more! We're recommending lots of great products and ideas to get you in a spring state of mind! Links: Julie's Glass Cleaner Julie's Hair Products Tim Keller's Sermon on Romans 8:28 Shrimp and Broccoli Sheet Pan Dinner Quesadilla...

Today we're talking about ways to age gracefully. Julie's sharing why she let her hair go gray and the year long process it took to get there. How did people react? What was the hardest part? We'll also explore tips and tricks to look younger after age 40!  Best Life Article Magnification Mount Wall Mirror Annika von Holdt We'd love to hear from you!  Instagram:  Midlife Matters Podcast Facebook: ...

Our friend, Elizabeth Boyd, is joining us today to talk about the joy of becoming a midlife mother. Elizabeth has an amazing testimony of love, loss, and new life that we can't wait for you to hear! Her story will encourage and inspire you to hold onto faith as life takes its twists and turns.  We'd love for you to follow us on social media or email us with any questions or comments: Instagram:  M...

Today we're talking about how to avoid raising entitled kids. Some of the areas we cover are gratitude and appreciation, encouraging financial and personal responsibility, and ways to have your child learn to struggle while they still live at home. Join us as we share what has and hasn't worked in our families!  We'd love to hear from you! Find us here:  Instagram:  Midlife Matters Podcast Faceboo...