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Motherhood and the Messy MiddleEpisode 12: Why Do Family Gatherings Feel So Complicated?⚠️ Trigger Warning:This episode includes discussion of domestic violence and the loss of a parent. Please take care while listening. If these topics are sensitive or activating for you, feel free to skip this one or listen when you feel emotionally safe.In this episode of 'Motherhood and the Messy Middle', Robin and Nicole explore the complex emotions and dynamics that surface during family gatherings. From joy and nostalgia to tension and drama, family events can stir a mix of feelings. Robin shares a personal story about a recent family function, reflecting on her...2025-07-3133 minMotherhood and the Messy MiddleEpisode 11: Ever feel like you’re meant for something bigger?Embracing More: Navigating Gratitude and Desire in Motherhood and MidlifeIn this heartfelt episode of 'Motherhood and the Messy Middle,' Robin and Nicole tackle the complex interplay between gratitude and the desire for more in the journey of motherhood and midlife. They explore the societal pressures on women to remain content and avoid 'taking up too much space,' while encouraging listeners to embrace their desires for more purpose, passion, and fulfillment. Robin shares personal challenges, including her journey through addiction and recovery, highlighting the importance of community, vulnerability, and starting small in pursuing one's calling...2025-07-2923 minMotherhood and the Messy MiddleEpisode 10: My Pants Don’t Fit and I Might Cry — Navigating the Body Shifts No One Warned Us AboutPerimenopause, mood swings, weight gain, and unexpected chin hairs—welcome to the midlife plot twist no one warned us about. In this honest and hilarious convo, Nicole and Robin unpack the physical and emotional shifts of perimenopause and menopause, from body image to hormone havoc. You’re not alone—and you’re not losing your mind. Probably. 😉💛 Grab Robin’s free midlife guide: robinswellnest.myflodesk.com/start-here — simple shifts for your hormones, energy, and sanity.Thanks for joining us in the Messy Middle! Ready for more real talk and soulful support? Head to motherhoodandtheme...2025-07-2424 minMotherhood and the Messy MiddleEpisode 9: Holding Space – What It Really Means and Why It’s So Hard to DoYou’ve heard the phrase “holding space”… but what does it actually look like in the chaos of motherhood, midlife, and messy emotions?In this episode, we’re diving deep into the powerful, misunderstood, and often uncomfortable practice of holding space—for our kids, our friends, and ourselves. Holding space means showing up with presence, not pressure. It’s sitting in the discomfort without trying to fix it. But in a culture that pushes us to hurry up, hold it together, and move on... it’s no wonder we struggle.Together, we unpack what it means to hold sp...2025-07-2224 minMotherhood and the Messy MiddleEpisode 8: Why Is Friendship So Hard in Midlife?Friendship wasn’t supposed to be this complicated.But somewhere between school drop-offs, emotional overload, and trying to keep up with everyone's needs… it’s easy for friendships to fall to the bottom of your never-ending to-do list.In this heart-opening episode of Motherhood and the Messy Middle, we dive into the real talk about why making—and keeping—friendships as moms in midlife can feel so hard.Nicole and Robin open up about their own friendship journeys-what’s worked, what’s hurt, and why they believe we still need each other, even when life gets...2025-07-1731 minMotherhood and the Messy MiddleEpisode 7: Grieving the Past While Embracing the PresentDo you miss a season that’s already slipped away-when your kids were smaller, life was slower, or you felt more like you? In this tender episode, we talk about the bittersweet ache of motherhood transitions and how to hold space for both grief and gratitude.Nicole shares what it’s like to parent four kids across four life stages, and Robin reflects on her most sacred season of motherhood. Together, we explore what it means to honor the past while still embracing the beauty (and mess) of now.You’re allowed to miss what was an...2025-07-1525 minMotherhood and the Messy MiddleEpisode 6: Reclaiming Your Spirit in the Chaos of MotherhoodMotherhood has a way of pulling us in every direction-except inward. In this episode, we’re talking about what it looks like to reclaim your spirit when life feels messy, loud, and exhausting. Because what sustains us in the thick of midlife and motherhood isn’t just strategy, structure, or even sleep-it’s soul.Robin and Nicole unpack the power of prayer, the practice of meditation, and the beauty of meeting God right where you are-without guilt, perfection, or pressure. Whether your spiritual walk feels strong, shaky, or somewhere in between, this conversation is your reminder that you do...2025-07-1024 minMotherhood and the Messy MiddleEpisode 5: Mental Health in Motherhood—When It’s You, When It’s Your ChildWhat do you do when your mental health is struggling—and so is your child’s?In this vulnerable and powerful episode of Motherhood and the Messy Middle, we’re talking about what it means to parent through anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and recovery—while navigating your own emotional challenges at the same time.We explore: 💛 Mothering through anxiety, PTSD, perimenopause, and grief 💛 How mental health struggles can show up in children—even the very young 💛 What it looks like to hold space without trying to fix 💛 Breaking generational patt...2025-07-0830 minMotherhood and the Messy MiddleEpisode 4: When Your Child’s Path Looks Different Than You ExpectedWhat happens when your child’s life path, diagnosis, or identity doesn’t match the future you dreamed of?In this honest, episode of Motherhood and the Messy Middle, we talk about what it’s like to parent a child whose journey—because of neurodivergence, mental health, or other challenges—looks different than expected.Whether you’re raising a child with special needs, or simply holding space for a different kind of motherhood, you’ll find support and hope here.✨ Topics we explore: — Quiet grief and unspoken mom guilt — Letting go of expectations in par...2025-07-0319 minMotherhood and the Messy MiddleEpisode 3: The Messy Middle: Why the In-Between Is SacredWhat if the space between who you were and who you’re becoming isn’t a problem to fix—but a place to grow?In this heart-level conversation, we dive into identity, perimenopause, parenting tweens/teens, and the holy tension of the "middle." It’s raw, real, and redefining.For every mom navigating grief, growth, or just straight-up chaos… you’re not alone. This messy middle is making you.Thanks for joining us in the Messy Middle! Ready for more real talk and soulful support? Head to motherhoodandthemessy.com for resources, freebies, an...2025-07-0116 min