Preparing Your Kids for Adulthood: A Faith-Based Approach to Launching Well with Dana Stephens Popham [Ep 28]

In this episode of the Mommin' Together podcast, host Michelle Barnett is joined by Dana Stephens Popham for a heartfelt conversation on preparing for the transition of launching kids into adulthood. They discuss the emotions and practical steps involved, from teaching life skills to fostering faith. Dana shares insights from her own experience as a mother of four, with three of her children getting married in the same year. Topics also include the importance of relinquishing control, the gift of failure, maintaining relationships, and the evolving role of motherhood. Listen in for an episode rich with wisdom and encouragement for moms at any stage of parenting.00:00 Welcome to the Mommin' Together Podcast00:21 Introducing Today's Topic: Preparing Kids for Adulthood01:01 Special Guest: Dana's Return and Personal Insights01:34 Navigating Emotional Transitions and Family Dynamics04:46 The Importance of Surrender and Shifting Roles17:00 Teaching Life Skills and Embracing Failure20:06 Faith and Church Involvement24:19 Navigating the Emotional Challenges of Motherhood25:47 The Importance of Letting Go27:04 Staying Connected with Adult Children29:19 Respecting Boundaries and Privacy32:52 Preparing for Children Leaving Home36:49 Faith as a Foundation in Parenting41:11 Embracing the New Season of Motherhood45:32 Final Thoughts and EncouragementConnect with Dana: Instagram @dpop1Facebook https://www.facebook.com/dana.pophamTik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@danapophamResources: Runaway Song by Jess Ray: https://spotify.link/by5SeqdIuXbThe Runaway Bunny Book by Margaret Wise Brown: https://amzn.to/47kddLOListen to Dana’s Episode on Mom Guilt: https://open.spotify.com/episode/72w5SfW9s1qf6BDqpfIpKc?si=PAOx37_KSaSPbGAhy_SIsgConnect with Michelle: Instagram: @Mommin_Together Instagram: @Michelle_Barnett_ Join our Mommin’ Together Facebook Community