Midlife Mommas: A Girlfriends Approach to Life After Menopause

Is righteous indignation your favorite negative emotion? Do you get a charge when you can triangulate against a 3rd party? Is it hard for you to relate to people when their values and priorities are different from yours? We all have a sense of self and "other". But when that gets in the way of showing empathy and kindness, we have a problem. Sometimes insecurity, lack of confidence, or l...

If you've made it to midlife....and you're married...you may wonder how these 2 things can coexist in harmony. I'm only half kidding. Maintaining a healthy intimate relationship with your spouse or partner can be hard. In this episode, we give you our top tips to do just that. This episode was inspired by a marriage retreat that Cam went on. It inspired great conversation between us...

It's our 100th episode!  Time to celebrate! And by celebrate, I mean by bringing you the  top 100 tips from the first 100 episodes of the  Midlife Mommas podcast . If you've been listening very long, you know that Cam and Amelia drop truth bombs on the regular. There are sayings that show up virtually every episode like "You get what you want or the lesson you need." or "B...

I don't have  time  for that! How often have you said that? It's true; we are all busy; there are a million things to do and there are only 24 hours in the day. I've seen a saying that reads, "If you don't have time to tend to your health; your ill-health will rob you of both TIME and HEALTH....or something like that; you get the picture. In this episode of the  Midlife Mo...

Who thinks getting out of your comfort zone is easy? fun? necessary? In this episode of the  Midlife Mommas , Cam and Amelia discuss Getting out of Your Comfort Zone. If you've been listening to us for very long, you know that we  love to get out of our comfort zones....or do we?? A comfort zone is just that,  comfortable . But it can also be limiting. If you're staying in your comfort z...

Cam and Amelia have both experimented recently with "taking a break" from alcohol. We know many things about alcohol: It's a great accompaniment to many foods It's a social lubricant There is a social "expectation" to consume We enjoy it! Some "facts" however, are questionable. We've been told for years that red wine is good for the heart - based on the...

Do you want to add supplements to your health routine, but are not sure where to start? Does taking vitamins on an empty stomach make you nauseated? Do you buy vitamins and supplements and then forget to take them? Do you wonder if you should take your supplements with or without food? If you answered YES to any of these questions, you are going to LOVE this episode. Cam and Amelia are veteran sup...

What is a controversial nutrient? GMO-crops Foods with preservatives and additives "Food-like" substances Foods with unproven or sketchy benefits Today we are talking about dairy and soy . Many people avoid these 2 nutrients for various reasons. Cam and Amelia share their views on these 2 controversial nutrients. We give you "the good, the bad and the ugly" about both. We give...

Cam and I have both worked with clients who have used food for something other than nourishing their bodies. Heck, we've done it ourselves. But what do we do when we realize that this is happening? How do we stop using food as comfort and coping? This is hard. Let's face it. Food is a LEGAL DRUG. What complicates things even more is the fact that that we NEED food to survive, so it'...

Protein, it's a constant battle, isn't it? How long have we been preaching, " Eat more protein! "? Protein is essential for building and maintaining muscle and we know that in midlife, we have to actively and intentionally build muscle. Even Cam and Amelia aren't immune to the struggle. This episode is a reminder of how important protein is. Protein packs a measly 4 calori...

It's the 10-week checkin! How are you doing? 2023 is about 10 weeks old, and we want to check in with you to see how your health and wellness journey is going. 10 weeks is just about the time it takes to find real commitment or sort of come off the rails. We're here to tell you, you can DO it! This episode is all about practical tips to regain commitment to your fitness program. It'...

Are you embarrassed to ask for help? Are you afraid you're going to impose on someone else? Or is asking for help second nature to you? Women are born nurturers. This often manifests in a need to be all things to all people. But what happens when we get overwhelmed? Cam often tells us, "You can't give if your cup is empty." But how do we ask for help? This is a fun discussion b...

Adapto- WHAT? Many people may not know about adaptogens. They are supplements that adapt to what you need. We most often think of them in relation to managing stress. Taking adaptogens, such as Holy Basil, Rhodiola and Ashwagandha help your body manage stress. They can give you energy when you are lagging, improve your mental acuity and most of all, help calm your nervous system. Don't worry,...

Ugh. I feel awful! What's a hangover? Foggy brain, headache, stomach discomfort, sweating. Sounds a lot like menopause, doesn't it? We are talking about hangovers today, and not just the kind that comes from over-indulgence in alcohol. There are several kinds of hangovers. Food comas Emotional hangover And of course the ones induced by alcohol consumption Hydration helps all of these typ...

Work. Ugh . For some it's a necessary evil; for others it's their life's passion. We all have different attitudes about work. In this episode, we explore these attitudes, and how they affect midlife . Whether you have worked for the same company for 30 years, or you are a self-made entrepreneur, work affects your daily life. Even if you are not paid for the work you do, your contrib...

Technology is a double-edged sword. It's a tremendous help (remember life without GPS?) but it can also be a source of frustration or a tremendous time-suck. What's your attitude about technology? In this episode, Cam and Amelia explore their attitudes about tech and how to retain a healthy relationship with it. We talk about how our experience is different from our children (Millennials...

Note: This episode was inspired by one of our fabulous listeners! Have you ever avoided an action, a person or a task because you were afraid? I think all of us do this once in a while. The truth of the matters is that we all are afraid of something. But is fear holding you back from living your best life? There are folks that like zero change. They are completely content eating the same dinner ev...

Cardio: cardiovascular exercise. We've heard it our whole adult lives: "Get your Cardio in!" In the 1980's and 90's, we cardioed ourselves to death. Whether Jane Fonda-ing, running or crossfitting, we were all in for ALL of it! In fact, truth be told, many of us over did it. We didn't completely understand the value of strength training while we were enjoying those en...

If you're like us, sleep is your #1 priority for better health ! This episode is meant to help you achieve it. There are health consequences to disrupted sleep, aka circadian rhythm. These include a greater risk of sleep disorders, obesity, depression, diabetes, heart disease and cancer. By correcting sleep disturbances, you can correct a whole host of other health problems. The problem is th...

FREE Workshop Replay: 4 Key Elements to Fitness After 45 Get the replay HERE. Watch before Jan. 8th. It's a New Year! Do you set New Year's resolutions? Check out how Cam and Amelia are starting 2023 ! This is a revisit of the June 8 episode on starting your health and wellness journey, but this version focuses on how you might change and reframe in the new year in order to maintain (or...

4 Key Elements to Fitness After 45 FREE WORKSHOP: Jan. 3rd Sign Up HERE Watch the replay before Jan. 8th. Welcome to the end of 2022! Did you learn anything this year? WE DID! Join us for a short walk down memory lane as we discuss what we learned in 2022! We even give you some tools to perform a year-end reflection. This is an easy way to see what went right , and what went poorly , and learn fro...

What's your risk tolerance? Many people feel less able to make scary decisions in midlife . The truth of the matter is that it's Your Time to Shine! Cam says, " Midlife is the perfect time to shake things up! It's a time of rebirth .   This episode takes a look at our fears and anxieties around big decisions. Amelia and Cam share their own stories. We discuss our experience wit...

Bone Broth Latte Two servings 2 cups bone broth 1/4 t ground ginger 1 pinch turmeric 1 pinch cayenne pepper 1 pinch black pepper 1 T grass-fed butter or ghee Optional: cream or coconut cream to taste, collagen peptides for extra protein, savory toppings like fresh herbs, chopped green onion, red pepper flakes, sea salt, etc Heat over medium heat, until combined. Use a hand blender or frother to bl...

If you've made it to midlife, then you feel like you've made some sacrifices. Believe us, we know! This episode is all about sacrifice. As women, it's kind of the norm to sacrifice, right? What is at the heart of this belief? Societal expectations? Family norms and dynamics? Pressure on ourselves to perform? Do women sacrifice more than men? Cam and Amelia take a hard look at the &q...

This time of year, it might feel difficult to stay motivated to do anything besides eat, shop and sleep. But the Midlife Mommas is here to help by showing you the HOW and the WHY on motivation. We all promise to do better, but sometimes it's to execute. Let's be clear. Motivation doesn't mean perfection. Effective goal-setting creates a routine to move you in a positive direction. L...