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In this powerful continuation of Episode 13, Motherhood and the Messy Middle co-hosts Robin and Nicole go deeper into the emotional terrain of estrangement between parents and children—specifically what healing, growth, and hope can look like when you're still living in the ache of disconnection.
Nicole shares how her relationship with God shaped the way she loves her daughter from afar, how she's learned to parent through grief, and why surrender, prayer, and emotional honesty matter now more than ever.
Whether you’re wrestling with silence, setting boundaries, or learning how to live again after being cut off, this episode is for you. You’ll leave feeling less alone and reminded that even in heartbreak, healing is holy work.
In Episode 13 of Motherhood and the Messy Middle, Robin and Nicole hold nothing back in this deeply personal conversation on estrangement between a mother and child. Nicole shares her own story of being cut off from her oldest daughter, the emotional unraveling that followed, and how identity, faith, and motherhood intersect in the ache of disconnection.
They explore what estrangement really means, the invisible grief it brings, and the shame many mothers carry in silence. Through raw vulnerability, they discuss how to hold both heartbreak and hope, and what it means to love like Jesus even when your child walks away.
This episode is for any parent navigating distance, silence, or emotional disconnection with a child. You’ll walk away with comfort, understanding, and the reminder: you are not alone.
In this episode of 'Motherhood and the Messy Middle,' hosts Robin and Nicole dive into the complex emotional terrain of family gatherings. They explore how such events bring joy, connection, and nostalgia, but also tension and unresolved dynamics. Robin reflects on her own recent family reunion, discussing the deep emotional layers and influences of her family's complex history, including experiences of loss, addiction, and sobriety. Nicole shares her contrasting experience of minimal family gatherings and the impact on her children. The conversation touches on the importance of presence, perspective, and emotional resilience in navigating the beautiful chaos of motherhood and midlife.
In the whirlwind journey of motherhood, many of us often grapple with the complex dance between gratitude for what we have and the yearning for more—more purpose, more passion, more of being ourselves. The podcast "Motherhood and the Messy Middle," hosted by Robin and Nicole, dives deep into this delicate balance, reminding us that desire is not a sign of discontent but a testament to being alive.
Perimenopause, 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. 😉
You’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 space imperfectly but intentionally—how empathy, stillness, and presence can be more healing than solutions. We also talk about why it's so much easier to do this for others than for ourselves, and how to begin shifting that.
If you're in a season where emotions are high, time is short, and you're carrying more than your share—this conversation is for you.
This one’s tender. Truth-filled. And might just give you the breath you didn’t know you needed.
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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.
Do 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.
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 don’t have to “have it all together” to connect with God. You just have to start.
What if you’re parenting a child struggling with their mental health—while also battling your own? This episode offers real talk and gentle support for the messy middle of motherhood, where healing and heartbreak often go hand-in-hand.