Midlife Unscripted | Midlife Mom, Confidence in Midlife, Mom of Teens, Identity Shift and Purpose, Faith-Based Encouragement
Helping Moms of Tweens and Teens Navigate Midlife Transitions with Confidence You’re not a brand-new mom, and you’re not quite an empty nester—so where does that leave you? Still juggling carpools and mood swings—but something’s shifting. Your kids are becoming more independent, and for the first time in a long time, you have a little space to think—and you’re wondering: Who am I now? What do I even want? Welcome to Midlife Unscripted, the podcast for moms raising tweens and teens who feel the motherhood shift and are ready to navigate this in-between season with more clarity and confidence. I’m Sarah—coach’s wife, mom of three girls, former TV journalist and midlife coach who’s learning how to loosen her grip, listen more, and step into this next chapter without losing herself along the way. Each week, we talk about the real stuff: What to do when you’re still the default parent—but not the center of their world Why confidence takes a hit in midlife—and how to rebuild it How to reconnect with your faith, your people, and yourself And why this season might be your most meaningful yet You’ll hear personal stories, honest conversations, and simple strategies to help you stop just surviving and start showing up—on purpose. Because this isn’t the end of your story. It’s just a new chapter. And yes, it’s a little unscripted— but that might be the best part. Let’s connect: 📩 Email: sarah@westmetromom.com 💬 Facebook Group: The Unscripted Circle https://www.facebook.com/groups/465547755950705
Episodes
Feeling disconnected in your marriage—but waiting for things to “calm down” before doing something about it? You’re not alone. In this episode, we’re tackling one of the biggest myths in midlife marriage: that connection can wait.
Whether you’re raising teens, navigating career shifts, or rediscovering yourself, the truth is—life doesn’t slow down. And waiting to reconnect with your spouse could be slowly chipping away at your conf...
If you’ve ever found yourself saying, “I don’t even know what I want anymore,” this episode is for you.
As midlife moms, our lives are full—but our sense of direction can feel cloudy. Kids are growing up, the day-to-day looks different, and it’s easy to lose sight of ourselves in the shift. That’s where I was a few years ago—caught in the tension of being needed less, but still constantly on call... and quietly wondering, what now?
...Welcome to the first episode in my four-part series, Confidence in the Chaos, here on Midlife Unscripted.
If you’re a midlife mom feeling stuck, unsure, or like your confidence has taken a hit, you’re not alone. I’ve been there too.
In this episode, I share my own journey through the midlife motherhood shift—the confusing season when hormones change, relationships evolve, and your identity starts to feel shaky.
Several years ago, I...
Feeling stuck in midlife? You’re not alone—and you’re not done.
In this episode, I’m sharing 5 things I had to quit to finally gain momentum to rediscover purpose beyond motherhood. These small mindset shifts helped me move forward with clarity, confidence, and deeper faith.
✨ We’ll unpack:
- The avoidance habit(s) stealing your focus
- Why comparison keeps you s...
Do you ever catch yourself thinking, “I’m failing at this,” or “I’m just not good enough”? In this episode of Midlife Unscripted, I'm sharing a real-life moment from a Macy’s fitting room that shook my heart—and challenged my mindset.
If you’ve struggled with mom guilt or that relentless inner critic, you are not alone. I open up about how one painful moment with my daughter revealed a deeper battle with...
Have you ever looked around your life and thought, “What happened to me?” You're still running carpools and juggling the chaos of raising tweens and teens, but something has shifted. Your kids are growing more independent, and with that new margin comes an unexpected question: What’s next for me?
In this first episode of Midlife Unscripted, I’m sharing my raw and honest story of self-rediscovery as a midlife mom. From building a su...
In this quick trailer episode of Midlife Unscripted, I’m sharing the heart behind this podcast—and why it matters. If you’re a midlife mom navigating the messy shift between who you’ve been for everyone else and who you’re becoming, this space is for you.
We’ll talk honestly about motherhood in the tween and teen years, rediscovering your identity, and how to move forward with purpose—before the kids are grown and gone. Remember, y...
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