Welcome to Mom in the Middle, the podcast for GenX moms navigating the amazing middle years of life. Whether you're reinventing your career, nurturing evolving relationships, adapting to changes in your body, or pursuing personal goals, this is the space for you.
Join us as we blend wisdom, warmth, and a touch of humor, drawing from Christian values to offer support and inspiration. Tune in for candid conversations, relatable stories, and practical tips to help you flourish in this vibrant stage of life.
Sandwich Generation: Caring for Aging Parents and Kids at the Same Time
Most of us never imagine how quickly the “middle” can turn into the most emotionally and financially demanding season of our lives. If you’re caring for aging parents while juggling your own family and career, this episode reveals the vital truths and practical steps you need right now.
Discover how Filipino caregiving culture shapes our sense of obligation and why understanding this can ease guilt and build healthier family dynamics. I share a personal story from unexpected family health crises to navigating siblings and financial pressures, with research-backed insights (https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11413454/) showing that nearly 80% of support for elderly Filipinos comes from children, not the government.
We break down four essential actions: starting honest conversations about health and estate planning before emergencies hit, balancing your own financial future, setting clear boundaries with siblings, and giving yourself grace through this exhausting season. Philosopher and faith-driven perspective show why caregiving isn’t just duty but an act of humility modeled after Christ, and how loving preparations today protect your loved ones tomorrow.
This episode is perfect for midlifers in the sandwich generation, whether overwhelmed or seeking clarity. It’s about turning love into proactive planning, so future you and your children will thank you. When you listen, you’ll gain insight to transform guilt into grace, chaos into compassion, and obligation into legacy.
If you're ready to face this season with wisdom and courage, tune in now. Your family’s future depends on it.
16 Apr 2026
Dear Mom: You Need to Lift Weights (Here's Why)
This isn’t about looking good today.
It’s about staying strong in your senior years.
In this episode, I talk with Coach Eva Espiritu about what happens to a woman’s body in midlife—and why strength training is key to maintaining muscle, energy, and independence as we age.
We also share simple ways to start, even from home.
Start building strength now. Your future self will thank you.
Connect with Coach Eva:
IG: Finish Strong Coaching
TikTok: Phase 1 with Coach Eva
6 Mar 2026
Are You Too Old to Be Hired? Let's Ask HR
The Hiring Truth for Moms 40+ in Today’s Economy
Many moms quietly ask themselves:
“Kaya ko pa ba?”
“Will companies even consider me?”
“Am I too old to start again?”
In this episode of Mom in the Middle, I sit down with an HR professional, a talent acquisition specialist, and a Top 100 Filipino to follow on LinkedIn, May Buendia Palabrica, to uncover what really happens behind the hiring process.
We talk about:
• What employers actually think about hiring moms 40+• Resume mistakes returning moms make• How to confidently explain a career break• What matters most in interviews• How to compete with younger applicants• And why more Filipino moms are returning to work today
If you’re in your 40s or 50s and thinking about going back to work, this conversation will give you clarity, courage, and practical direction.
You are not too late.
You are not behind.
And your experience did not expire.
Press play — and start believing again. 💛
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