Today we're talking about having a baby in midlife! Whether your pregnancy is planned or unexpected, giving birth and mothering a newborn is different as we get older. Our guest is Meg Tietz, from the wonderful podcast Sorta Awesome. Meg is going to share her experiences adding a surprise fifth child to their family after age 40. Join us as we talk about all the changes she and her family have gone through the past couple years! Links mentioned in the episode Sorta Awesome Show website , Instagr...
Jun 17, 2020•49 min•Ep. 86
Today we're finishing our year long happiness series with a very exciting guest! Gretchen Rubin, the author of Happier at Home , is here to talk about happiness and now. After almost ten years, how have her happiness goals held up? What did she learn that continues to impact her today? Join us as we discuss all this and more! Find links to all of Gretchen Rubin's books, social media and podcast here. Links to the other episodes in our Happiness series Happiness and Possessions Happiness and Marr...
Jun 10, 2020•56 min
This week we're talking about racism, white privilege, and the protests that have erupted around our country. Join us as we hear from two women who each have valuable perspectives on these important topics. We learned so much from our discussion and we know listeners will too! Links from today's episode Email Liz Lyons: lizalyons87@outlook.com Email Michele Hazelip: mlhazelip@hotmail.com Front Porch Ministry We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Facebook: M...
Jun 03, 2020•56 min•Ep. 84
Today we're talking about food rules, the diet culture, and all the mixed messages we hear around eating healthy. Join us as we laugh at some of the weird things we've tried and learn what has and hasn't worked for us over the years! no.food.rules Instagram account - Colleen Christiansen, RD I'm a fan recommendations Julie's stuffed puffs Mindy's white jeans Marie's iPhone charger cords We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Facebook: Midlife Matters Podcast...
May 27, 2020•50 min•Ep. 83
Today we're talking about the messy side of life! Would you be nervous for someone to go through your car or purse? How many unread emails do you have? What's in your junk drawer? Do you change your sheets once a week? What's lurking under the cushions of your couch? Join us as we uncover all the deep dark secrets in our lives! I'm a fan recommendations Mindy's shower cleaner Julie's Fitbit bands We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Facebook: Midlife Matte...
May 20, 2020•51 min•Ep. 82
Today we're talking about a topic that literally keeps many women in the middle years up at night...sleep or really the lack of sleep! It's common for sleep changes to begin in your 30's and today Krista Cumming is going to share her sleep program designed for women in midlife. Join us as we discuss ways we all can learn to get a better night's rest! Where to find Krista Cumming: I nstagram , Facebook , and the I Just Want to Sleep Community on Facebook I'm a fan recommendations Krista's TV show...
May 13, 2020•47 min•Ep. 81
We know that new places, experiences, and people enrich our imaginations and add a freshness to our lives. But what if you're surrounded by the familiar? Can you infuse that same spark there? Join us as we talk about happiness and the world around us, no matter how big that circle may be! Links mentioned in this episode Happier at Home by Gretchen Rubin I'm a fan recommendations Julie: Call the Midwife on Netlix Marie: Trader Joe's pizza dough We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram:...
May 06, 2020•53 min•Ep. 80
Today we're getting honest about the hard parts of parenting teens. What are the struggles, what do we wish someone would have told us, and when does the roller coaster ride end? Join us as we share what we learned launching our older kids and what we're still learning raising our younger ones. Parenting teens can be lonely and we hope you're encouraged as we walk this road together. Links from this episode Parents of teens are all lying: We're not OK I'm a fan recommendations Julie - Costco pot...
Apr 29, 2020•51 min•Ep. 79
Today we're talking about dealing with anxiety and depression. What's the difference between feeling sad and feeling depressed? How do we know when our anxiety is getting out of control? How can we help and support those we love going through this? Join us as we ask a counselor these and other questions related to this timely issue! Links in this episode Tina's book Tina's website Association of Certified Biblical Counselors I'm a fan recommendations Tina's egg boiler Marie's outdoor pillow cove...
Apr 22, 2020•35 min•Ep. 78
Today we're discussing self care, or really self survival, during a pandemic. Our routines have been upended, and we're all being asked to do new things under stressful conditions. How do we take care of ourselves while also taking care of our families during this crisis? We're joined by Jeana Floyd to talk about her ideas and we also want to hear yours! Let us know what you're doing for self care during this quarantine period. Leave a voicemail at 209-MIDLIFE, or 209-643-5433. We'll share your ...
Apr 15, 2020•43 min•Ep. 77
It looks like we'll be continuing social distancing guidelines and sheltering at home throughout the month of April. Today we've got lots of ideas for how to make our time in quarantine more fun, interesting and productive. Listen to learn what we're doing and what we want to try! Also, follow us on Instagram to share your quarantine ideas with the Midlife Matters community. We all need them! Links in this episode The Invisible Guest on Netflix The Favorite Daughter Sourdough pizza dough The Cho...
Apr 08, 2020•42 min•Ep. 76
It's time to talk about happiness and family! Lots of people are spending a lot more time with their families than they're used to, and other people are separated from their families by shelter in place orders. Whatever your situation, we've got some insight to share around the ways all of us can create a happier family life! I'm a fan recommendations Julie 's Netflix show Marie's lemon drink enhancer We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Facebook: Midlife ...
Apr 01, 2020•45 min•Ep. 75
Today we're talking about all anyone is talking about...COVID-19 or the coronavirus. How are we doing social distancing? How has the quarantine affected our daily lives? What can we do to create a sense of community while we're having to be so isolated? Join us as we discuss all this and more! I'm a fan recommendations Julie's photo book Marie's podcast We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Facebook: Midlife Matters Podcast Website: midlifematterspodcast.co...
Mar 25, 2020•39 min•Ep. 74
Today we're answering listener questions! We put a call out on Instagram and you did not let us down. From beauty tips to college prep, spouses that travel to caring for aging parents, there's something for everyone. Join us as we talk about all this and more! I'm a fan recommendations Mindy's facial spray Julie's knife Marie's book We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Facebook: Midlife Matters Podcast Website: midlifematterspodcast.com Email: midlifematte...
Mar 18, 2020•58 min•Ep. 73
Today we're going back in time and talking about when we were kids! What's different about life then and life now? What would our kids say if they were transported back to 1980? How did we survive home perms and party lines? Get ready for lots of laughs as we walk down memory lane together! I'm a fan recommendations: Julie's lassi recipe Mindy's workout pants Marie's electric throw blanket We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Facebook: Midlife Matters Podc...
Mar 11, 2020•47 min•Ep. 72
It's time to talk about happiness and body! We can improve our relationships by paying attention to the ways people interact with us. Sounds easy enough, right?! Noticing sights, sounds, and even smells makes us more aware of our surroundings and reminds us to experience the experience. Let's get out of our heads and notice the ways our physical body can increase happiness! I"m a fan recommendations Julie's bamboo box Mindy's body lotion Marie's new side dish We'd love to hear from you! Find us ...
Mar 04, 2020•43 min•Ep. 71
This week we're talking about embracing the empty nest. Most of the time this stage is associated with fear or sadness, but today we've got a story that will fill you with hope. Whether it's a new home, new career, new adventure or even a new pet, entering the empty nest is a time for a new set of dreams! Links mentioned in the episode: Preston Taylor Ministries Spring Break in the Marketplace Links to our I'm a fan products: Lisa's bucket hat Julie's brush Marie's game We'd love to hear from yo...
Feb 26, 2020•48 min•Ep. 70
Today we're exploring the world of social media influencing. We've all bought things based on the recommendations of friends and now many of us buy things based on the recommendations of people we follow on Instagram or Facebook. We're talking with Alley Leto about how to get into this field and what goes on behind the scenes of the perfect photo! Where to find Alley: Instagram: Life of Alley Facebook: Life of Alley Website: lifeofalley.com I'm a fan recommendations: Alley's under eye stick Mind...
Feb 19, 2020•45 min•Ep. 69
Today we're talking about love in the middle years! From the most romantic songs and movies to fun date night ideas, we've got Valentine's Day covered. We'll also share how to identify your love language and the ways this has impacted our own marriages through the years! Links mentioned in this episode: The Five Love Languages Five Love Languages Quiz I'm a fan recommendations: Downy Wrinkle Release We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Facebook: Midlife Ma...
Feb 12, 2020•48 min•Ep. 68
Today we're talking about happiness and time. Why does time seem to pass more quickly as we get older? How can we make time slow down? What are some ways we can use our time more wisely? Join us as we share our thoughts on how to make the most of time for ourselves and our families! Links in today's episode: Happier at Home by Gretchen Rubin "I'm a fan" recommendations: Trader Joe's Black Bean Soup A French Village We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Face...
Feb 05, 2020•51 min•Ep. 67
Today we're talking about indulgences. Whether it's a bubble bath or Godiva cheesecake, gourmet coffee, or a manicure, we all have treats that we allow ourselves, not because we deserve them, but just for pleasure! We're talking about our favorites, as well as those of our listeners. Who knows, you may even find some new ways to indulge yourself! Links from this episode: Bonne Mamam Preserves I'm a fan recommendations: Glass Photo Box Sushi Go Game We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Insta...
Jan 29, 2020•51 min•Ep. 66
Today we're talking about photo organization and safe photo storage. So many of us feel overwhelmed by the number of pictures we have on different devices or the number of years we're behind on our photo books. Kate Miley is an expert in this area and she's here to share organization and storage tips, editing hacks, and ways to create beautiful photo books in less time! Links mentioned in this episode: External hard drive Economy Scanner Gold standard scanner If only scanning a dozen or so photo...
Jan 22, 2020•52 min•Ep. 65
Today we're joined by popular design blogger Emily A. Clark to talk about interior design, home decor, and the 2020 trends! Emily describes herself as a bargain hunter, pattern lover, and habitual rearranger. She enjoys helping her readers break down big decorating ideas so they're less intimidating and more doable. We loved the ideas Emily shared with us and we know you will too! Emily's Blog Emily's Instagram Links to our "I'm a fan" recommendations: Emily's Joggers Mindy's Shoe-Pourri Julie's...
Jan 15, 2020•48 min•Ep. 64
It's time to talk about happiness and ourselves! It can be easy to think of things other people can do to make us happy, but today we're discovering ways we can make ourselves happier. Join us as we discuss the things we've tried and the things we hope will carry into the future! Links in this episode: Happier at Home by Gretchen Rubin Ghosted by Rosie Walsh We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Facebook: Midlife Matters Podcast Website: midlifematterspodca...
Jan 08, 2020•54 min•Ep. 63
Happy New Year! Can you believe we're about to begin a whole new year and decade? Today we're talking about habits we want to start, adventures we want to go on, risks we want to take and more. Join us as we lay out our goals for 2020! Links from this episode: The Biggest Risk is Not Taking One Our "I'm a Fan" recommendations: Julie's game, Linkee Marie's show, The Missing We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Facebook: Midlife Matters Podcast Website: midl...
Jan 01, 2020•51 min•Ep. 62
Today we're talking about ways to practice hospitality. Many listeners host family and friends over the holiday season, so we thought this would be the perfect time to re-air our episode on hospitality. That was episode 7 for us, so it's new to many of you! We're sharing ways to make people feel welcome both in and outside our homes. Join us as we laugh at the things we do right and the things we hope to improve! We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Facebo...
Dec 25, 2019•42 min•Ep. 61
Today we're going to see how we did meeting the 2019 goals we set way back in January! In episode 10, we laid out categories such as books we wanted to read, movies we wanted to see, things we wanted to experience and more. Now that 12 months have gone by, let's see how we did! Links mentioned in this episode: Love You Hard by Abby Maslin Outer Order, Inner Calm: Declutter and Organize to Make More Room for Happiness by Gretchen Rubin Afraid of All the Things by Scarlet Hiltibidal "I'm a Fan" re...
Dec 18, 2019•47 min•Ep. 60
Today we're taking a deep dive into Trader Joe's! Join us as we share lots of fun facts and fabulous products found at everyone's favorite little grocery store. You'll want to print the show notes and take a trip there after you hear this episode! Products mentioned: Broccoli and Kale Slaw, Brie, Fig and Olive Crackers, Cheese Fondue, Gyro Meat Slices, Tandori Naan Bread, Taziki Sauce, Beef Roast Sirloin, Thai Vegetable Gyoza or Potstickers with Sweet Chili Sauce, Braised Beef Roast, Homemade To...
Dec 11, 2019•47 min•Ep. 59
Today we're talking about happiness and parenthood! Whether your kids are still at home or out on their own, there are always things we can do to foster happier, more loving relationships. Join us as we share the old habits we're trying to break and the new ones we hope will take their place! Links from this episode: Happier at Home by Gretchen Rubin We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Facebook: Midlife Matters Podcast Website: midlifematterspodcast.com E...
Dec 04, 2019•50 min•Ep. 58
It's that time of year when we focus on thankfulness. The month of November is full of ways we should be counting our blessings. But what do we do when we don't feel thankful? Today we're sharing times when we've struggled to be grateful. We're getting honest about things that steal our joy. We're also talking about things we can all do to move ourselves into a more grateful state of mind! Links from this episode: Mindy's dry shampoo Marie's Cuddl Duds We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: I...
Nov 27, 2019•52 min•Ep. 57
