Life after Kids with Drs. Brooke and Lynne

Drs. Brooke and Lynne

We're getting real, raw and vulnerable on all things MIDLIFE. And, we're having honest conversation about our struggles and what it really takes to live a meaningful Life after Kids.

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The Gut and Brain Connection To Midlife Emotional Health

Life after Kids with Drs. Brooke and Lynne

07/23/23 • 27 min

You just may not know it yet, but this is very important to your well-being in midlife. This isn’t an idea, it’s actually a fact...

We have not one, but two brains. There’s the brain in our head of course, but there’s also the brain in our gut, and the two are very closely connected via the longest nerve in our body, the vagus nerve. The Gut Brain Connection is not only important to our physical health, but it’s also massively connected to our emotional health. So, on today’s episode of the Life after Kids Podcast, we're talking about our gut health, the gut and brain connection, and how what we feel in midlife can be related to more than just our emotions and our brain. We have so much to say about this. It's actually a huge topic, because the health of our gut impacts our mood and overall well-being. An unhappy gut makes for an unhappy person.

**Key Takeaways:**

1. The gut and brain are closely connected through the vagus nerve, and the health of the gut can impact our mood and overall well-being.

2. Friendly bacteria in the gut, known as the microbiome, play a crucial role in producing neurotransmitters like serotonin and dopamine that affect our mood.

3. Eating a variety of plant foods, consuming prebiotic fiber, and incorporating fermented foods into the diet can improve gut health.

4. Factors like excessive sugar consumption, alcohol, and antibiotics can harm the gut and disrupt the balance of good and bad bacteria.

5. Managing stress and emotional well-being is essential for maintaining a healthy gut and overall health.

If you are gassy, bloated (especially after meals and at the end of the day), constipated, having diarrhea, or dealing with heart burn, it’s probably time to work on the health of your gut. Follow the tips above for help, and be sure to manage stress and emotional well-being. Listen to today’s episode of The Life after Kids Podcast to learn more about prioritizing gut health and the steps needed to improve digestion for overall health and longevity in midlife.
Timestamps:
0:00:00 | Introduction to the topic of gut health and the gut-brain connection
0:01:07 | The gut and brain are connected by the vagus nerve
0:03:00 | The importance of friendly bacteria in the gut
0:04:47 | The role of friendly bacteria in mood and neurotransmitter production
0:07:09 | Ways to rebuild and support a healthy gut microbiome
0:09:30 | The impact of stress, antibiotics, and sanitization on gut health
0:11:39 | The potential for a die-off reaction when improving gut health
0:14:04 | The connection between gut health and mental health
0:16:06 | The importance of good digestion for overall health
0:19:11 | The potential for food sensitivities to improve with gut healing
0:23:48 | Considerations for individuals with conditions like Crohn's disease
0:25:11 | Closing remarks and call to action

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Discovering Your Strengths with The Life after Kids Purpose Quiz

Life after Kids with Drs. Brooke and Lynne

02/04/24 • 37 min

We’re breaking down our unique Find Your Purpose Quiz so you’ll have a better understanding of your results and what to do with them We meticulously break down the possible outcomes of the quiz, and we provide actionable advice on how you can leverage this newfound knowledge to pursue meaningful and fulfilling endeavors that align with your natural abilities and goals. Peppered with personal anecdotes and expert tips, this episode will encourage you to reimagine your identity and potential in life's next chapter.
Key Takeaways:

The Life after Kids Find Your Purpose Quiz is an instrumental tool for gaining self-awareness and understanding your unique strengths.
Four main personas can describe a person's innate characteristics: Diligent Doers, Magnificent Motivators, Remarkable Relators, and Awesome Analyzers.
Recognizing your category can help direct you toward endeavors that bring joy, fulfillment, and a sense of accomplishment.
It's important to adopt goals and pursue activities that resonate with your personal talents and inclinations.
Collaboration is powerful, and knowing your strengths can complement others in partnerships and team dynamics.

Delve with us into the transformative journey that awaits women after the pivotal phase of full-time mothering, helping to uncover one's true calling and purpose. Discover where you fit within the four personality types and how to navigate life after kids with renewed purpose and enthusiasm. And stay tuned for future episodes as we promise to continue covering poignant and transformative topics for moms of older kids!
Resources:
Take the Life after Kids Find Your Purpose Quiz, designed for moms like you to gain greater self-awareness while helping to understand your inherent strengths and talents.
TimestampSummary
0:00:28 | Importance of self-awareness and using the quiz
0:02:02 | The benefits of knowing your strengths and weaknesses
0:03:07 | The importance of partnerships and collaborations
0:04:33 | Saving time and energy with self-awareness
0:05:07 | Tips for taking the quiz and being authentic
0:05:58 | Introduction to the first area of the quiz: "My Home"
0:06:33 | Description of the "Diligent Doers" personality type
0:07:29 | Dr. Brooke's experience as a diligent doer
0:08:59 | Challenges of being a diligent doer and finding balance
0:10:07 | Conclusion and summary of the first area of the quiz
0:10:07 | The importance of setting deadlines and prioritizing tasks.
0:10:41 | Self-awareness and finding the right deadlines.
0:13:14 | The characteristics of magnificent motivators and the importance of finding outlets for their talents.
0:17:04 | The importance of utilizing talents and strengths for personal fulfillment.
0:18:12 | Dr. Lynne shares her personal experience of understanding her work style and finding balance on vacation.
0:20:55 | Importance of self-awareness for standing out

Enjoy the show, and we hope you learn a little bit more about living a fulfilling, vibrant, and meaningful Life after Kids!

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Navigating Relationships with Older Kids and In-Laws

Life after Kids with Drs. Brooke and Lynne

03/10/24 • 37 min

Would you agree that bigger kids mean bigger problems? In this phase of life, one of our biggest struggles is learning how to best parent our older kids. We all seem to be getting a crash course in letting go.

In this engaging episode of Life after Kids we’re examining the evolving challenges of parenting as children grow older, moving from the simplicities of potty training to the complexities of existential issues in adulthood. We illuminate the timeless struggle of letting go and the emotional toll it can take on parents as their children forge their own paths.

Key Takeaways:

Parenting transitions from physically to emotionally exhausting as children grow into adults, facing more significant life challenges.
Effective communication with adult children involves more listening and guiding than imposing direct solutions.
Maintaining relationships with adults requires respecting their life choices, even when those choices differ from a parent’s wishes or expectations.
It's crucial to foster a supportive community among parents to share struggles and refrain from judgment.
Building a fulfilling life independent of children's choices can help parents cope better with the changing dynamics as children marry and start their own families.

Listen to today’s episode in its entirety to hear us open up about realizing that parenting doesn't end when children leave the nest; it simply transforms, and that the most difficult part of motherhood might just be witnessing your children face life's adversities. In the end, we all grow in the struggle, even our kids.
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0:01:32 | Challenges of letting go and allowing kids to face their own struggles
0:03:16 | Importance of not judging other moms and offering support instead
0:06:15 | The difficulty of surrendering control as kids become adults
0:07:21 | Shifting dynamics of communication and finding a balance as parents
0:09:09 | Importance of fostering open communication with older children
0:10:33 | The importance of empowering children to make their own decisions
0:11:23 | Encouraging children to prioritize their own happiness
0:12:01 | Using the Socratic method to guide adult children
0:14:30 | Being open to receiving advice from adult children
0:15:36 | Balancing short-term happiness with long-term gains
0:17:47 | Concerns about changing relationships with daughter-in-laws after marriage
0:19:18 | The tricky dynamics between mothers-in-law and sons
0:20:46 | Mothers-in-law and daughters-in-law dynamics
0:21:14 | The importance of recognizing the formation of a new family unit
0:23:30 | Avoiding overstepping boundaries and not expecting something in return
0:24:10 | The law of reciprocity and giving without expectation
0:25:40 | Having a strong sense of self and a fulfilling life outside of children
0:26:32 | Letting go of being the most important woman in your son's life
0:27:10 | Fostering a positive relationship with daughter-in-law
0:28:12 | Finding gratitude in the ways daughter-in-law complements your child
0:29:37 | Accepting the changes in the relationship as children grow up
0:33:07 | The importance of self-awareness

Enjoy the show, and we hope you learn a little bit more about living a fulfilling, vibrant, and meaningful Life after Kids!

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Tips and Insights for Reconnecting with Your Spouse in Life after Kids

Life after Kids with Drs. Brooke and Lynne

06/16/24 • 46 min

For almost all mothers, the best thing that ever happened to us is our kids. And yet, after they’re born so many of our own needs take a back seat to theirs. Their lives become our lives and often there are areas of our own life that get neglected. One of those areas is an important one. It’s our relationship with our spouse or significant other. Considering Father’s Day, we decided to focus this episode of Life After Kids on the critical topic of reconnecting with your spouse post-childrearing

We delve into practical strategies for rekindling the relationship with your significant other, using the framework of the "What's Your Purpose?" quiz. This episode isn't just for married women but offers valuable insights for single moms, those dating, or anyone keen on enhancing their relationships.

Key Takeaways:

Remember the Initial Spark: Regularly reflect on what initially attracted you to your spouse to reignite those feelings.
Shared Experiences: Revisit cherished memories and experiences to strengthen your bond.
Understand Dominant Styles: Use the "What's Your Purpose?" quiz to identify your spouse’s dominant style and tailor your approach accordingly.
Personalized Connection: Specific actions can help reconnect, such as taking advice seriously for Magnificent Motivators or participating in tasks with Diligent Doers.
Selfless Love: Practice selfless love and appreciation for each other to build a stronger, more resilient relationship.

Listen to this week’s episode of Life after Kids in its entirety to learn more about using the "What's Your Purpose?" quiz to understand each partner's dominant style, categorizing them as Diligent Doers, Remarkable Relators, Magnificent Motivators, or Awesome Analyzers. By tailoring connection strategies to these categories, you’ll get a personalized approach to strengthening your relationships. Most importantly, don’t forget the significance of selflessness and mutual understanding in fostering a strong, enduring marital bond.
RESOURCES:
The Life after Kids What's My Purpose Quiz
The 5 Love Languages Book

Timestamp Summary
| 0:00 | Reconnecting With Your Spouse Using the What's Your Purpose Quiz
| 2:29 | Prioritizing Spousal Connection Before and After Kids Leave Home
| 3:51 | Rekindling Romance by Remembering Why You Fell in Love
| 10:17 | Understanding Four Types of Personalities and Their Dominant Styles
| 12:12 | Understanding and Embracing Differences in Relationships
| 16:10 | Effective Communication Strategies in Relationships
| 19:38 | Selflessness and Control in Improving Marital Relationships
| 21:33 | Reconnecting Through Shared Activities and Understanding Personality Types
| 27:53 | Understanding and Appreciating Different Spousal Strengths
| 34:47 | Balancing Work a

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Enjoy the show, and we hope you learn a little bit more about living a fulfilling, vibrant, and meaningful Life after Kids!

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Navigating Relationships with Adult Kids and Their Families

Life after Kids with Drs. Brooke and Lynne

08/04/24 • 25 min

YOU ASKED AND WE ANSWERED...One of the most common questions we get asked by our community is “how do I foster a good relationship with my child and their spouse after they leave home and get married?”

In this episode of Life after Kids, we’re breaking down the nuanced topic of the shifting dynamics that occur when our kids get married. Our conversation explores common concerns among mothers about losing their sons to their new families. Dr. Brooke, a mother of three boys, expresses her anxieties, while Dr. Lynne shares wisdom, experience, and strategies on fostering healthy relationships with adult children and their spouses.

Key Takeaways:

Understanding Dynamics: Recognize that the relationship between a mother and her son will naturally evolve when he marries, often changing his priorities.
Selflessness in Relationships: Allowing space for your child and their spouse to form their own family dynamics can strengthen the overall family bond.
Controlling Self and Letting Go: Focusing on what you can control—such as your own reactions and happiness—helps in accepting the changes.
Communication Strategies: Open, supportive communication with both the son and daughter-in-law fosters healthier, more respectful relationships.
The Power of Giving: Selfless giving without expecting anything in return can be a powerful way to maintain meaningful connections with adult children.

Dive deep into this conversation and explore the subtleties of maintaining strong family bonds after kids grow up. Listen to the full episode to understand the importance of controlling what you can and letting go of what you cannot and hear a notable discussion revolving around the actions of one mother's approach to practically preparing herself for "losing a son" and how it surprisingly brought her children closer to her.

We hope you enjoy the show, and stay tuned for more valuable insights on Life after Kids.

Timestamp Summary
| 0:00 | Navigating Mother-Son Dynamics After Marriage
| 8:25 | Navigating Family Dynamics and Letting Go for Fulfillment
| 10:38 | Letting Go to Strengthen Relationships with Adult Children
| 12:34 | Fostering Healthy Relationships with Your Children and Their Spouses
| 18:26 | Selflessness and Autonomy in Parenting Adult Children
| 22:32 | Helpful Parenting Tips and Social Media Engagement

Enjoy the show, and we hope you learn a little bit more about living a fulfilling, vibrant, and meaningful Life after Kids!

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Finding Motivation and Purpose in the Empty Nest Phase

Life after Kids with Drs. Brooke and Lynne

04/28/24 • 34 min

In this episode of Life after Kids, we discuss how to find motivation and purpose when you have more time on your hands, particularly after entering the empty nest phase of life. We explore the complexities of adjusting to life when the busyness of raising children subsides, offering tangible advice and insights to those searching for fulfillment in this new chapter.

Key Takeaways:

Parkinson's Law: Work expands to fill the available time, illustrating why you may feel less productive when you have more time.
Finding Purpose: Recognize the emotions behind feeling lost or unmotivated in an empty nest and reframe this time to discover new interests or hobbies that can lead to fulfillment.
Time Management: Organizing and planning your day, even if it's filled with leisure activities, can fend off feelings of unproductivity and ensure a sense of accomplishment.
Mindset Shift: Shifting your mindset by focusing on gratitude and redefining tasks can transform your perspective and reignite motivation.
Physical and Emotional Health: Emotional well-being and physical factors, such as diet and hormones, play a role in motivation levels and should not be overlooked.

RESOURCES
The Life After Kids Membership Community The Life after Kids Goals Framework

Listen to the full episode for a comprehensive dive into mastering motivation in times of abundant freedom, and stay tuned for more transformative discussions in future episodes of Life after Kids
Timestamp
| 0:00:25 | Discussion on the concept of Parkinson's Law
| 0:03:32 | Anticipation of the empty nest phase
| 0:05:43 | Addressing the need for rest and relaxation
| 0:06:42 | The balance between rest and staying active
| 0:09:03 | Misplacing the focus on kids leaving instead of finding balance and purpose
| 0:10:00 | Importance of finding a new purpose and overcoming fear and lack of confidence
| 0:11:25 | Feeling significant as a mom and the fear of losing that significance
| 0:12:59 | Enabling children by constantly being needed, not healthy for anyone
| 0:13:43 | Embracing the possibilities and not selling oneself short
| 0:15:12 | Taking on activities that light you up and bring fulfillment
| 0:16:54 | Trying new things and learning from the experience
| 0:17:50 | Clues to talent: time flows, learning fast, yearning for more
| 0:18:20 | Hobbies can be satisfying and a blessing to others
| 0:21:11 | Combat the natural decline of productivity as we age
| 0:23:27 | Keep a planner and be intentional with your time
| 0:24:51 | Procrastination may be a sign of something deeper
| 0:26:23 | Consider emotional and physical factors affecting motivation
| 0:27:55 | Hormones can impact productivity and mindset
| 0:27:55 | Reframing tasks with gratitude
| 0:29:06 | What is wrong is always available, but so is what is right
| 0:29:32 | Gratitude for being a mother
| 0:31:57 | Make the most of your day

Enjoy the show, and we hope you learn a little bit more about living a fulfilling, vibrant, and meaningful Life after Kids!

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Welcome to The Life after Kids Podcast with Drs. Brooke and Lynne

Life after Kids with Drs. Brooke and Lynne

05/01/23 • 30 min

Hi! We’re Dr. Brooke and Dr. Lynne, best friends and cofounders of Life after Kids, a community for midlife women seeking to make the next phase of life the best yet, with more meaning and purpose, better health, emotional balance, and natural beauty. Today is the very first episode of the new Life After Kids Podcast. In this episode, we introduce ourselves, share our background and some of our history together, and explain why we decided to start the podcast- to share our knowledge and experiences with our listeners in order to help them live a vibrant and fulfilling life after kids.

We’ve been best friends for over 21 years, first meeting in chiropractic school. We bonded over our mutual interest in health and wellness and have been focused on improving our own health and sharing what we learn with others ever since. We’ve been talking about topics such as purpose, keto diets, fasting, emotional health, resilience and beauty products for 10-20 years, before these topics became more mainstream. We continue to seek out new information so that we can bring it to you, our listeners.

We’ll discuss our perspectives on life as our kids are growing up and prepping to leave home. We’ll share our struggles with maintaining and cultivating friendships and how we nurture our relationship with our spouse now that the kids are grown. And of course, we can't leave out menopause and weight gain!

Over the years we’ve done a ton of research and taken many post graduate classes focused on natural and holistic approaches to life. We’ve used this knowledge and experience to improve our health and the health of our clients, while ensuring that we show up as our best selves every day. Now we’re curating all of that information for you so you can live a fabulous and meaningful midlife. We’re here to flip the script of what aging women look like!

TIMESTAMPS

0:00:00 Introducing Life After Kids with Doctors Brooke and Lynne

0:02:07 A Conversation on Health, Wellness, and Aging

0:03:47 Cultivating Healthy Relationships in Life After Kids

0:05:29 Exploring Physical, Emotional, and Holistic Health for Life After Kids"

0:09:27 Holistic Health and Treating the Cause, Not the Symptom

0:11:38 The Power of Simple Solutions and Leveraging Habits for Change

0:15:07 Intentional Friendship and Parenting in Midlife

0:20:17 Creating Life After Kids: Challenges and Opportunities

0:22:16 Creating a Safe Space for Women to Discuss Aging and Parenting

0:23:37 Strategies for Cultivating Relationships in Later Life

0:25:31 The Power of Connection and Friendship in Midlife

Enjoy the show, and we hope you learn a little bit more about living a fulfilling, vibrant, and meaningful Life after Kids!

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Letting Go of Worry: Navigating Life after Kids

Life after Kids with Drs. Brooke and Lynne

05/05/24 • 30 min

No matter how old we get or how old our kids get, we never STOP WORRYING ABOUT THEM! Worrying is often what mothers do best...

In this heartfelt and genuine discussion, we dive into the universal experience of parental worry as their children grow older and gain independence. We explore how to cope with children leaving for college and embarking on their lives beyond the family home, offering insight to listeners navigating similar situations.

The episode of Life after Kids opens with our typical light-hearted banter, but quickly transitions into a discussion about the emotional challenges faced by parents whose children are moving on to college or the working world.

Key Takeaways:

Parental worry evolves as children grow, highlighting the need for parents to adapt their coping mechanisms.
The conversation focuses on the importance of surrendering control and trusting that adult children will make the right choices.
Dr. Brooke and Dr. Lynne discuss the benefits of grounding practices like yoga, prayer, or even simple routines to manage stress.
Incorporating mindfulness and the practice of being in the present moment is emphasized to reduce worry about the future.
Diet, sleep, and other lifestyle factors can exacerbate worries, so managing these aspects can help maintain emotional equilibrium.

Join us for the full episode of Life after Kids to hear Dr. Lynne shares a poignant moment of realization about her daughter's future departure, sparking a conversation about the inevitability of worrying and the importance of coming to terms with a lack of control. Plus, Dr. Brooke reflects on her experience with her son and the changes that come when parenting roles inevitably shift. Together, we offer practical advice and strategies for managing this worry, focusing on personal well-being, controlling what's controllable, and finding comfort in community and faith.
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| Timestamp | Summary
| 0:00 | Moms Managing Worry as Kids Grow Independent
| 2:33 | Motherhood, College Goodbyes, and Emotional Realizations
| 5:27 | Family Dynamics With an Only Child
| 6:39 | Embracing Uncertainty and the Art of Letting Go
| 10:13 | Effective Strategies for Stress Management and Better Sleep
| 12:09 | Embracing Mindfulness and Letting Go of Control
| 14:05 | Overcoming Anxiety and the Challenges of Air Travel
| 15:04 | Finding Peace Through Faith and Practical Strategies
| 16:30 | Reflections on Overcoming Seemingly Trivial Worries
| 16:57 | Strategies for Managing Worry and Improving Sleep
| - | Leveraging Community Support for Parenting Challenges
| 20:21 | Managing Worry Through Control and Healthy Actions
| 22:34 | Parental Self-Doubt and Letting Go
| 24:11 | Diet's Impact on Anxiety and Worry
| 25:23 | Managing Stress and Finding Purpose Beyond Parenting
| 27:31 | Strategies for Reducing Parental Worry

Enjoy the show, and we hope you learn a little bit more about living a fulfilling, vibrant, and meaningful Life after Kids!

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Setting a Daily Code of Conduct for Mid-Life: Finding Meaning and Purpose in Your 40s and Beyond

Life after Kids with Drs. Brooke and Lynne

05/21/23 • 22 min

On today’s episode of Life After Kids, the topic of discussion is setting a daily code of conduct in order to have more meaning in midlife. This code of conduct aims to bring more joy, intention, and purposeful emotions into your day. We’re in our late 40s, with Dr. Lynne turning 50 next year, and we both agree that turning 30 and 50 is rougher than 20 and 40. One way to overcome emotional distress and doldrums in this phase of life is with a daily code of conduct. A code of conduct is an important step for living our best mid-life, along with staying emotionally balanced, fostering resilience, finding purpose in life, and being mindful of physical and mental health.

There’s a dated perception that turning 50 is considered over the hill, but times are changing! We believe that aging can have positive changes and that quality of life should be prioritized over quantity of years. This mindset helps make aging more positive and fulfilling. The code of conduct is a tool that can be used to ensure that you’re living the life you want on a daily basis, and it was introduced to us by Tony Robbins. It is a way to set expectations for yourself and to focus on the feelings you want to have throughout your day rather than a specific goal.

Thriving in midlife is about finding a balance between goal setting and enjoying the journey. A code of conduct can be used to remind us to focus on the journey and how we want to feel day to day, instead of just chasing after our goals. In Life after Kids, it's important to have goals, but don’t forget to enjoy the journey that leads to them. Listen to the full episode for more about setting a daily code of conduct.

Timestamps