
Midlife Matters
Kids & Family Podcasts
From parenting teens to aging gracefully, Midlife Matters covers all the topics keeping women in the middle years up at night. Join us to be encouraged and entertained on this journey through the middle years of life!
Location:
United States
Genres:
Kids & Family Podcasts
Description:
From parenting teens to aging gracefully, Midlife Matters covers all the topics keeping women in the middle years up at night. Join us to be encouraged and entertained on this journey through the middle years of life!
Language:
English
Episodes
Summer Replay: Summer Reading | 323
6/18/2025
Today we're talking about books! Join us as we share why we read, what makes a great book, our favorite recommendations and more. The lazy days of summer are here and reading a book is the perfect way to relax!
Books and authors mentioned in this episode:
The Eighty-Dollar Champion by Elizabeth Letts
The Sun Does Shine by Anthony Ray Hinton
Educated by Tara Westover
Christy by Catherine Marshall
The Little House Books by Laura Ingalls Wilder
Cape Refuge Series by Terri Blackstock
Zion Covenant Series by Bodie Thoene
Sue Grafton Alphabet Series
The Notebook by Nicholas Sparks
The Dream Daughter by Diane Chamberlain
Kristin Hannah books, The Nightingale and The Great Alone
The Keeper of the Bees by Gene Stratton Porter
Gone With the Wind by Margaret Mitchell
Liane Moriarty books, The Husband's Secret and What Alice Forgot
Every Last One by Anna Quindlen
Mary Kubica books, The Other Mrs. and The Good Girl
The Mother in Law by Sally Hepworth
The Hawk and the Dove Series by Penelope Wilcock
Defending Jacob by William Landay
New Morning Mercies by Paul David Tripp
The Screwtape Letters by CS Lewis
Love Does by Bob Goff
Francine Rivers books, The Mark of the Lion Series and Redeeming Love
Still Alice by Lisa Genova
My Lovely Wife by Samantha Downing
The Midnight Library by Matt Haig
All We Ever Wanted by Emily Giffin
All Creatures Great and Small by James Herriot
The Push by Ashley Audrain
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Duration:00:55:47
Let Them Think Bad Thoughts About You | 322
6/11/2025
Today we're talking about letting people think negative thoughts about you and how to love difficult people. Join us as we share how we're applying the Let Them Theory to both of these hard and uncomfortable tasks!
I'm a fan recommendations
Mindy's marinade
Julie's recipe
Marie's lightbulbs
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Email: midlifematterspodcast@gmail.com
Duration:00:55:42
Summer Replay: Still a Fan | 321
6/4/2025
Today we're doing a summer replay of an episode we recorded a few years ago. We devoted this entire episode to I'm a fan recommendations! Join us as we share what we still love and what did not stand the test of time!
Click here to find links for all the products mentioned in this episode
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Email: midlifematterspodcast@gmail.com
Duration:00:53:26
Things We Like Less and Less | 320
5/28/2025
Today we're talking about things we like less and less as we get older. Join us as we share what we're bothered by and the ways we keep changing year after year!
I'm a fan recommendations
Mindy's pants
Julie's drill bit
Marie's pillow covers
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Email: midlifematterspodcast@gmail.com
Duration:00:53:15
Do We Have a Problem with Overconsumption? | 319
5/21/2025
Today we're talking about overconsumption. Are we buying too much stuff? Are our homes filled with too many things?
I'm a fan recommendations
Julie's show
Marie's show
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Email: midlifematterspodcast@gmail.com
Duration:01:02:54
How to Improve Your Quality of Life | 318
5/14/2025
Listeners today we're asking the question, What improved your quality of life so much you wish you had done it sooner? Join us as we share our answers and the answers of others!
I'm a fan recommendations
Mindy's vest
Julie's recipe
Marie's show
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Email: midlifematterspodcast@gmail.com
Duration:00:57:15
What We Would Tell Our Younger Selves | 317
5/7/2025
Today we're looking back at our younger mom selves. Join us as we share what we would say to encourage her, what advice we would give her, and what we wish we would have known back then!
Links in this episode
What I Would Say to My Younger Mom Self
I'm a fan recommendations
Mindy's podcast
Julie's sweater
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Email: midlifematterspodcast@gmail.com
Duration:01:03:47
The Let Them Theory and Stress | 316
4/30/2025
Today we're continuing our series on The Let Them Theory. Join us as we discuss how to handle the big and small stressors in life!
I'm a fan recommendations
Julie's smoothie
Marie's show
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Email: midlifematterspodcast@gmail.com
Duration:01:02:27
Midlife Eating and Exercise | 315
4/23/2025
Today we're talking about fitness in midlife. Join us as we discuss the ways our bodies change as we age and how to eat and exercise for health and energy!
Links in this episode
Dr. Stacy Sims
Mel Robbins Podcast episode
I'm a fan recommendations
Mindy's book
Julie's show
Marie's show
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Email: midlifematterspodcast@gmail.com
Duration:01:00:09
How to Intentionally Rest | 314
4/16/2025
This week we're talking about intentional rest. Join us as we discuss ways to slow down and recharge in healthy ways while getting our to do lists done!
I'm a fan recommendations
Mindy's trees here and here
Julie's show
Marie's meal
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Email: midlifematterspodcast@gmail.com
Duration:00:54:05
Becoming a Mother in Law | 313
4/2/2025
Today we're talking about becoming a mother in law. Join us as we share how we felt, how it's going, and what we hope to see in the future!
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Website: midlifematterspodcast.com
Email: midlifematterspodcast@gmail.com
Duration:01:02:42
The Let Them Theory | 312
3/26/2025
Today we're talking about the book Let Them by Mel Robbins. A NY Times bestseller, this book was written to give people tools to create better lives and relationships. Join us as we share our thoughts on the Let Them Theory and how we're putting it into practice!
I'm a fan recommendations
Julie's chili seasoning
Marie's dry shampoo
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Email: midlifematterspodcast@gmail.com
Duration:00:50:35
What We're Springing Into | 311
3/19/2025
Today we're talking about spring! Join us as we share all the things we're doing to make this new season fresh and fun!
I'm a fan recommendations
Julie's movie
Marie's author
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Email: midlifematterspodcast@gmail.com
Duration:01:01:42
More Listener Questions | 310
3/12/2025
Today we're answering more listener questions. Join us as we share tips for moving, clean eating, cooking and more!
I'm a fan recommendations
Mindy's song
Julie's recipe
Marie's show
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Email: midlifematterspodcast@gmail.com
Duration:01:00:05
Listener Questions: Our Best Amazon Finds and More | 309
3/5/2025
Today we're answering listener questions! What are our best Amazon finds? How do we plan our days? What is your favorite and not so favorite season of motherhood? Join us for all these and more!
Julie's Amazon finds:
Card holders
Flicker flame light bulbs
Solar pathway lights
Travel pillow
Lululemon dupe shorts
Dimmable pharmacy lamp
Puffer jacket
Self-inking stamps
Canvas drop cloths
Curtain tie backs
Mindy's Amazon finds:
Curtains
Wireless charging station
Food storage lids
Bra pad inserts
Summer dresses here and here
Argan oil
Smart plugs
Area rug
Gym bag
Marie's Amazon finds
Picture frame
Bluetooth speaker
Towel holder
Storage/luggage bags
Microfiber towels
Decorative plate holders
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Email: midlifematterspodcast@gmail.com
Duration:01:02:09
Costco and Sam's Club in the Empty Nest | 308
2/26/2025
Today we're talking about Costco and Sam's Club. Join us for all the ways we continue to use them even in the empty nest!
I'm a fan recommendations
Julie's shoes
Mindy's shoes
Marie's show
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Email: midlifematterspodcast@gmail.com
Duration:00:52:10
The Rules of Adult Friendship | 307
2/19/2025
Today we're talking about friendship. Join us as we discuss the three rules of adult friendship that can strengthen current relationships and help create new ones!
Links in this episode
Why Making Friends as an Adult Feels Impossible and What to Do About it / The Mel Robbins Podcast
I'm a fan recommendations
Julie's glasses
Mindy's song
Marie's book
We'd love to hear from you! Find us here:
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Website: midlifematterspodcast.com
Email: midlifematterspodcast@gmail.com
Duration:00:54:05
Galentine's Day | 306
2/12/2025
Today we're talking about Galentine's Day. Join us for party ideas and what we would bring to a favorite things party!
I'm a fan recommendations
Julie's recipe
Mindy's jeans
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Duration:00:53:20
Rabbit Holes | 305
2/5/2025
Today we're talking about rabbit holes. They're the pits of research and comments we fall into on social media. Join us as we share where we find ourselves wasting time and what we seem to fall for over and over!
Links in this episode
Instagram hobby reel
I'm a fan recommendations
Julie's movie
Mindy's song
Marie's workout video
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Email: midlifematterspodcast@gmail.com
Duration:00:51:53
Let's Go Thrifting | 304
1/29/2025
Today we're talking about thrifting. Join us as we share where to go, what to look for, and ways to make your treasure hunt more successful!
Links in this episode
15 Things You Should Always Buy at the Thrift Store
I'm a fan recommendations
Mindy's sweatshirt
Julie's recipe
Marie's pants
We'd love to hear from you! Find us here:
Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast
Website: midlifematterspodcast.com
Email: midlifematterspodcast@gmail.com
Duration:00:50:07