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Season 2, Episode 13:  That's a Big No-No  

Moms on Pause - Midlife, Menopause, & the Mundane

Our super power is saying, "yes" to choices that keep us grounded, happy and confident.  

Midlife gives us clarity, knowing exactly what we want and need and who we hold close in our circle.  We discuss our absolutes and non-negotiables and make no apologies for our health and well-being.

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Season 2, Episode 12:  Remember When...  

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We're taking a trip down memory lane and reminiscing about the 80s and 90s.  Join us back - maybe way back - to that time of roller rinks and playing until the sun came down.  

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Season 2, Episode 11:  Experts in Complaining 

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There aren't enough hormone patches to treat menopausal mood swings and all of life's ridiculous annoyances.  From familial pet peeves to apocalyptic insects invading a perfectly lovely and warm summer night, we laugh about life's midlife gripes.

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Season 2, Episode 10:  Permission to Reset

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We talk about the version of self-care that midlife women are discovering — protecting our time, saying “no” without explanation, getting serious about sleep, moving our bodies, and prioritizing our mental health right alongside everyone else’s needs.

We’re learning that caring for ourselves isn’t selfish — it’s necessary. Sometimes self-care is peaceful and restorative… and sometimes it looks like hiding in your car with a coffee for ten minutes of silence.

Join us as we talk about the small habits, boundaries, and mindset shifts helping women refill their cups during a season of life that can feel both exhausting and empowering.

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Season 2, Episode 9:  Fit for the Future Us   

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Welcome to the era of weighted vests, reading ingredient labels, and stretching before we sneeze.

Midlife health isn’t about chasing our 30-year-old bodies. It’s about building a 60 year-old future self who can still carry groceries, travel the world, and get up off the floor without sound effects.

We’re training to feel steady, strong, and sane in a body that keeps changing the rules.

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Season 2, Episode 8:  Redefining Ambition in Midlife     

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In this episode, we discuss how our work habits have evolved and how we have too. From early-career hustle and proving ourselves at every turn to midlife clarity, we unpack what growth really looks like now.

We talk boundaries, burnout, brain fog, confidence, and the freedom that comes from realizing we don’t have to say yes to everything. Growth in midlife isn’t about climbing higher — sometimes it’s about standing firmer. It’s about working smarter, mentoring others, advocating for ourselves, and redefining what ambition looks like when we actually know who we are.

Experience is a powerful thing.

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Season 2, Episode 7:  Circle Back to Sanity   

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Lean in as we tackle one of life’s most baffling modern dialects: business jargon. These are the phrases we all say with a straight face but secretly want to laugh. We digest the corporate word salads that somehow become normal adult conversation.

Join us as we confess the phrases we overuse, the ones we pretend to understand, and those that make us wonder if we have the bandwidth for this buzzword bingo. With zero patience for synergy, midlife gives us the confidence to finally ask if we're problem-solving or just circling back.

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Season 2, Episode 6:   Mute, Mute, Hooray: Surviving College Parent Group Chats    

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In this episode, we enter one of the most confusing modern survival arenas:  Facebook college parent groups.

Join us as we laugh about digital oversharing, celebrate the helpful moms and dads who always have the answers, and admit that sometimes the real challenge of midlife is keeping up with 147 unread messages. 

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Season 2, Episode 5:   Menopause Called—It Has Updates  

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Midlife isn’t a crisis — it’s a chapter.  Whether you're happy with your current story or need to edit your life, we discuss navigating our health.  We're having an honest conversation to help you thrive through the changes and embrace the chaos with grace.

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Season 2, Episode 4:  Life, Interrupted

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When life feels like one long interruption, this episode is for you. We’re talking about the moments that get hijacked by unexpected events and emotional overload. We discuss how random disruptions can leave us overwhelmed and disconnected and why these moments hit differently in this stage of life. With warmth and humor, we talk about resilience, self-compassion, and finding steadiness when life refuses to slow down. 

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