In this heartfelt Thanksgiving episode of Pucker Up Midlife, Jenn and Andrea dive into the beauty, chaos, and bittersweet transitions that come with midlife, motherhood, and evolving family traditions. From hilarious moments of midlife brain fog (yes… double contact lenses!) to the emotional reality of kids moving away, shifting holiday routines, and learning to cherish what truly matters, this episode is all about gratitude, reinvention, and connection.

Jenn and Andrea open up about:

• How holiday traditions change as kids grow up and family dynamics shift

• Navigating the sadness of missing loved ones during the holidays

• Passing down family recipes, stories, and memories

• Practicing daily gratitude (“Vitamin G”) and the importance of a personal mantra

• The growth, friendships, and life lessons that come with midlife reinvention

• Listener submissions sharing what they’re thankful for this season

• The small things we’re grateful for now (hello, progesterone and eyebrows!)

This warm, funny, and deeply relatable episode reminds us to appreciate the people who shape our lives, embrace new seasons with an open heart, and carry forward the stories and traditions that matter most. Whether you're spending Thanksgiving with family, friends, or flying solo this year, this conversation will make you feel seen, supported, and celebrated.

Follow along for more midlife conversations on reinvention, wellness, gratitude, hormones, empty nesting, and the messy-beautiful reality of being a woman in midlife.

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In this episode of Pucker Up Midlife, Jenn and Andrea are back with the laughs, the honesty, and the very real midlife moments we’re all living through. From learning how to host your first podcast guest (without losing your minds), to the chaos of October birthdays, bunco nights, witch hat parties, weddings, and mystery headaches caused by too-tight hats — this one has it all.

The girls talk about the magic of girlfriend trips, why every woman needs her tribe, and how friendships become even more essential in midlife. They also dive into the latest “WTF is happening online?” trends — including Kim Kardashian’s new fuzzy thong line (yes, that’s apparently a thing) — and the beauty products and hacks that are actually making a difference for them right now.

If you love humor, real conversation, midlife reinvention, fashion finds, beauty tips, girl talk, and a reminder that we’re all figuring this out as we go — this episode is for you.

Listen in for:

• The real story behind their first-ever podcast guest experience
• Witch hat bunco parties & fall chaos
• Why midlife girlfriend trips are non-negotiable
• Viral underwear and fashion trends that make no sense
• Favorite beauty + skincare finds that actually work
• Why planning your outfits on a clothing rack will change your life
• The “Dry November… maybe January” conversation we’re all having

This is your space to laugh, relate, vent, and feel seen.

Sassy, messy, supportive, and real — just how midlife should be. 💋

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In this heartfelt episode of Pucker Up Midlife, Jen and Andrea welcome their first guest — licensed psychotherapist and author Aimee Semas-Day — to talk about one of the biggest transitions women face: the empty nest. Together, they explore how couples can reconnect after years of parenting chaos, why this season can actually become the best chapter of your relationship, and how to rediscover your own identity once the kids are grown.

Aimee shares powerful insights from her book Heal: An Owner’s Manual for How to Heal Emotional Wounds and Live Your Truth, opening up about purpose, growth, and embracing life’s next evolution with grace (and humor). From weekly date nights to rekindling old passions, this conversation reminds us that the empty nest doesn’t have to feel so empty — it can be the start of something new, vibrant, and deeply fulfilling.

🎧 Listen to hear:

How to reconnect with your partner after raising kids

Why the empty nest phase can feel like both loss and freedom

Tips for rediscovering your purpose and passions in midlife

The role of humor, self-awareness, and daily rituals in healthy relationships

How Amy turned personal loss into a message of healing and hope

✨ Follow along at Pucker Up Midlife on YouTube and Instagram for more real, sassy, and empowering conversations about life after 40.

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In this hilarious and heartfelt episode of Pucker Up Midlife, Jenn and Andrea get real about life after 40 — from managing aging parents and navigating technology mishaps to embracing the chaos (and comedy) of midlife. Whether you’re a 40+ or 50+ woman, an empty nester, or just figuring out who you are in this next chapter, you’ll feel seen, supported, and seriously entertained.

The duo swap stories about their parents’ wild adventures — from Ozempic gone wrong to Facebook photo fails — while reflecting on how family, friendship, and laughter help us survive this unpredictable season of life. They also share their favorite beauty finds, cozy holiday plans, and the small joys that make midlife meaningful.

If you’re in your 40s, 50s, or beyond and love real talk about reinvention, relationships, and rediscovering yourself, this episode is for you.

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Aging may be inevitable—but who says we can’t laugh our way through it? In this episode of Pucker Up Midlife, Jen and Andrea get candid about the realities of hitting midlife head-on: saggy necks, perimenopause woes, hot flashes, and body changes that sneak up when you least expect them. From experimenting with “InstaLift” neck tape to hormone creams they’re still figuring out how to use, nothing is off-limits.

With stories about grandma life in Texas, Nashville adventures, sweaty struggles (yes, even panty-liner hacks), and the surprising ways our bodies and mindsets shift in our 40s and 50s, this conversation is equal parts raw, funny, and relatable. Because midlife isn’t just about getting older—it’s about embracing the changes, finding the quick fixes that work, and realizing we’re all in this together.

Your kids may be grown—but does the parenting ever really stop? In this episode of Pucker Up Midlife, Jen and Andrea get real about navigating the messy, funny, and sometimes painful journey of parenting adult children. From learning to let go (without totally letting go), to meddling out of love, to hilarious mom moments that backfire, they share the highs and lows of watching kids grow into adults while still wanting to protect them.

With stories about messy rooms, relationship drama, Life360 stalking, and even a confession about “mom meddling” gone wrong, this conversation will make you laugh, nod in agreement, and maybe even rethink how you show up for your grown kids. Because in midlife, parenting doesn’t end—it just changes.

In the very first episode of Pucker Up Midlife, Jen and Andrea pull back the curtain on their friendship, their fifties, and why they started this podcast. From raising kids and becoming grandmas to navigating body changes, fitness journeys, cycling trips to Italy, and even stepping on stage for a bodybuilding competition, they get candid about what it really means to reinvent yourself in midlife.

With plenty of laughter, honest confessions (including a spa story you won’t forget), and a reminder that it’s never too late to try something new, this episode sets the tone for a podcast that’s all about living louder, embracing change, and puckering up for whatever comes next.