In this episode, Brenda and Amelia chat about the challenges and joys of the holiday season when expectations are high and traditions are changing. In this episode, you'll learn to ✅ Pause to consider your legacy and values. ✅ Do what fits your family in this season. ✅ Establish new memories while enjoying the stories of old. Join the Midlife Moms Community on Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/fledgeparentforum⁠⁠⁠ ? Resources Mentioned: ⁠⁠⁠Fledge: Launching Your Kids Without Losing Your Mind⁠⁠⁠ by Brenda Yoder ⁠⁠⁠Uncomplicated: Simple Secrets for a Compelling Life⁠⁠⁠ by Brenda Yoder ..read more

In this episode, Brenda and Amelia discuss the "unsettledness" that comes with midlife and adult children growing into their own lives. Much like crossing a bridge, there may come feelings of instability or vulnerability, but firm ground is found in: ✅ Knowing God is working in your child's life. ✅ Being present in the now instead of wishing for what was or worrying about what might be. ✅ Knowing God and that his Word is true no matter what the circumstances. Join the Midlife Moms Community on Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/fledgeparentforum⁠⁠⁠⁠ ? Resources Mentioned: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Fledge ..read more

In this conversation, Brenda and Amelia discuss what it looks like to be present in your kid's life now that they are older and out on their own. In this conversation, discover: ✅ How to set expectations for involvement for each side. ✅ How to respect their boundaries and what to do if those are crossed. ✅ How to know what they need from you now that your role as a parent is shifting. Join the Midlife Moms Community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/fledgeparentforum ➡️ Connect with co-host Brenda Yoder at: Website: https://brendayoder.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bren ..read more

Co-host Brenda Yoder chats with a new Midlife Mom, Amy Yoder. They discuss what it’s like to arrive in your early 40’s and the challenges and priorities of newer midlife moms. Listen as they discuss: How social media has been a part of new the millennial parenting experience. Not fearing midlife, but embracing where you are. How to reminisce with your kids today rather than later in life. Living a full, balanced life as a working woman and mom. Join the Midlife Moms Community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/fledgeparentforum Pick up Amelia and Brenda’s books: Uncomplicated: Simp ..read more

In this episode, Brenda and Amelia talk about the reality of changing seasons and how a new chapter inevitably brings an ending to the previous chapter. Remember that: ✅ Endings can trigger unexpected emotions and hit at unexpected times. ✅ Appreciating WHAT IS instead of wishing for WHAT WAS can help you enjoy the present. ✅ Parents and children react drastically different to changes and endings of seasons. ✅ You are not alone in this. Join the Midlife Moms Community on Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/fledgeparentforum⁠⁠ ? Resources Mentioned: ⁠⁠Fledge: Launching Your Kids Withou ..read more

In this conversation, Brenda and Amelia discuss the challenges and importance of knowing when and how to step back or aside in your children’s lives. In this conversation, discover: ✅ How to encourage your children to build a support structure of their own. ✅ The importance of building your own new support structure for this season. ✅ Why it’s not your “right” to have a certain level of involvement. ✅ Where to turn your eyes and focus instead. Join the Midlife Moms Community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/fledgeparentforum ? Resources Mentioned: Fledge: Launching Your Kids Withou ..read more

In this conversation, Brenda and Amelia discuss the often uncomfortable, awkward, and insecure stage that midlife can be. Maybe it’s the “junior high” of aging! In this conversation, discover: ✅ How to begin painting on your new blank canvas of life. ✅ How to start navigating the “new features” physically and relationally. ✅ Systems to begin moving forward without always looking backward. Join the Midlife Moms Community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/fledgeparentforum ? Resources Mentioned: Fledge: Launching Your Kids Without Losing Your Mind by Brenda Yoder ➡️ Connect with co-ho ..read more

Co-hosts Amelia Rhodes and Brenda Yoder talk about the challenges of physical and spiritual wellness in midlife. Amelia and Brenda chat about:  Unexpected midlife changes. The importance of yearly doctor visits. Listening to you body. How to be gentle with yourself. Practical examples of caring for yourself.  Join the Midlife Moms Community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/fledgeparentforum Pick up Amelia and Brenda’s books:  Uncomplicated: Simple Secrets for a Compelling Life by Brenda L. Yoder Fledge: Launching your Kids without Losing Your Mind by Bren ..read more

In part two of this conversation, Brenda talks with author and speaker Jill Savage about the value of struggle and how it has the possibility of producing problem solving skills, perseverance, and resilience in our adult children if we can resist the temptation to jump in. Learn how to: ✅  Recognize a good habit gone bad. ✅  Resist the urge to run to their rescue every time. ✅  Cope with relationship displacement as your child grows. ✅  Navigate your child’s life choices with healthy boundaries. ✅  Pray not say. ✅  Model Christ’s love to your child. ? Share w ..read more

In this conversation, Brenda and Amelia catch up on all that midlife throws at you in a short span of time and how disorientating it can be. From sending kids back to college to starting (another) senior year to helping young adults adjust to a new season, no wonder nothing feels normal anymore! In this conversation, discover: ✅ Healthy places to process your emotions and grief. ✅ How every year (or sometimes week) is different and new. ✅ The destabilizing effects of this in-between season for your young adults AND you. ✅ It’s just a lot, and you’re not alone. Join the Midlife Moms Community o ..read more