Ep. 179: Why Does Everything Fall on You? Maybe You’re the Default Parent

Ep. 179: Why Does Everything Fall on You? Maybe You’re the Default Parent

Author: Jennifer Roskamp, CLC October 23, 2025 Duration: 26:49
Send us Fan Mail You've seen the memes. You've heard the term. Maybe you've even laughed at the jokes—the ones about being the family's human search engine, the walking calendar, the keeper of all knowledge about where the permission slips are, what size shoes everyone wears, and who has which food allergies. But maybe today is the first time you realize—it's you. You are the default parent. You're the one who remembers the dentist appointments and coordinates the rides. You fill the fridge, ...

There's a particular season of motherhood that often arrives without a roadmap, when the daily rhythms of raising children shift and the house grows quieter. The Intentional Midlife Mom Podcast speaks directly into that space, offering thoughtful conversations for mothers navigating life beyond forty. Host Jennifer Roskamp, a Certified Life Coach, brings a grounded perspective, focusing on simple and actionable ideas for your everyday life, your home environment, and your personal mindset. This isn't about adding more noise to your day; it's about finding clarity and purpose in the years where your role is evolving. Each episode feels like a practical conversation with a knowledgeable friend who understands that this chapter can be both disorienting and full of potential. You'll hear discussions that tackle real questions about identity, relationships, and creating a home that supports your current needs, not just the needs of a bustling family. Tuning into this podcast means connecting with a community focused on crafting a life that feels genuinely fulfilling, built on intention rather than inertia. It’s for any mom who finds herself looking around, wondering what’s next, and ready to build it with confidence.
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Ep. 233: When Panic Finds You in the Night [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:50
Send us Fan Mail I want to start somewhere real today. Not with a framework. Not with a tip. Not with a lesson I've already figured out and wrapped up neatly for you. I want to start with what actually happened last week…
Ep. 232: Why You Get Stuck at Decluttering (and What Actually Helps) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:10
Send us Fan Mail Today, I want to talk about something that almost no one talks about when it comes to clutter. Not how to start. Not what system to use. But what happens after you start. Because this is where most women…
Ep. 231: Why You Haven’t Been Able to Start (And What Changes Today) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:45
Send us Fan Mail Today, we’re kicking off something really huge. I host huge week long clutter events..typically at the start of every quarter, which is of course today! But when it comes to what we’re focusing on this w…
Ep. 230: The Real Midlife Crisis... It's Not What You Think [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:57
Send us Fan Mail When you hear the phrase "midlife crisis," what do you picture? Be honest. Because for most of us, the image is pretty specific. A man in his late forties. A sports car he definitely doesn't need. Maybe…
Ep. 228: The Losses Midlife Women Carry That Never Get a Funeral [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:22
Send us Fan Mail Before we get into it, I want to ask you something. And I want you to actually sit with it for a second. How are you, really? Not the "I'm fine" version. Not the answer you give when someone asks in the…
Ep. 227: Clutter Help: Why the Clutter Keeps Coming Back [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:30
Send us Fan Mail Whether you're folding laundry, driving carpool, or sneaking five minutes to yourself in the car before you go inside. However you got here, I'm glad you’re here. I want to start today with a question. A…
Ep. 226: When Survival Mode Is Your Permanent Address [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 31:06
Send us Fan Mail Hey friend. I'm glad you're here. Before we get into today's episode, I just want to take a second and say — I see you. I know some of you are listening to this while folding laundry that's been sitting…
Ep. 225: When You Can't Put It Down...And Nobody Gets It [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 30:42
Send us Fan Mail I want to start today by saying something that I don't hear said enough in the self help sort of space: The advice to "just take some me-time" is one of the most tone-deaf things you can say to a woman w…