Best Emily McDermott | I Help Moms Declutter Podcasts (2025)

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203 // Is Kids’ Stuff Taking Over Your House? Top Tips for Getting Your Family Involved with Decluttering - with Laura Forbes Carlin 43:24

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Do you feel like your kids’ stuff is overflowing into every area of your home? Do you want to get them on board with decluttering in an age-appropriate way but don’t know where to start? Do you want to stop nagging your family to put their laundry IN the hamper and actually hang their coats rather than throwing them on the floor? Laura Forbes Carli…

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BONUS EP 3//Home Management Systems To Help You Start The School Year With Confidence With Special Guest Lori Oberbroeckling 39:12

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I’m so excited to bring you this special podcast. We have three bonus podcasts for you during the three days of the Back 2 Basics Challenge. Today in our final episode we are focusing on systems to have in place as we start the new school year. We are talking with my friend Lori Oberbroeckling. Lori is a mom of four, corporate leader, podcaster, pr…

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BONUS EP 2// What To Organize Before School Starts So You Don’t Lose Your Mind With Special Guest Emily McDermott 39:43

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I’m so excited to bring you this special podcast. We have three bonus podcasts for you during the three days of the Back 2 Basics Challenge. Today we are talking with one of my good friends Emily McDermott. Emily McDermott is an Air Force wife and mom to two energetic boys living in Fairfax, Virginia. She is also the host of the top 1% globally ran…

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BONUS EP 1// How To Gracefully Transition From Summer To School Without The Meltdowns With Guest Michelle McVittie 40:35

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I’m so excited to bring you this special podcast. We have three bonus podcasts for you during the three days of the Back 2 Basics Challenge. The transition back to school can be challenging in itself, but when you have a strong-willed child it can feel impossible. Simple tasks like getting up and getting to school on time can feel like a battle and…

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EP420// Why Moms Struggle With Back-to-School—and How to Flip the Script This Year 31:03

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Today we are tackling something that every mom is feeling right now, the back to school tidal wave. If it feels more like a looming deadline vs. a fresh start then you are not alone. I know in our household our kids are already disappointed that their days of sleeping in and relaxing evenings without homework are numbered. As a mom I am starting to…

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BONUS EPISODE: Coffee & Tea with Michelle Byrd and Emily McDermott (M&E) Episode 4 36:05

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I’m excited to bring you this bonus episode with my friend Michelle Byrd from The Busy Vibrant Mom podcast and a regular guest on Moms Overcoming Overwhelm. It’s the fourth episode of Coffee and Tea with M&E! We talk about what didn’t work this week, how we pivoted, what things we are excited about, and things that made us laugh! In this episode we…

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EP419// End Summer Well: Opening and Closing Ceremonies to Help Your Family Transition with Calm 33:30

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How is your summer? Are you ready for it to wind down? Are you counting down the days until school starts (or is that just me)? As we see school looming on the horizon we are reminded of closing and opening ceremonies. Kendra Adachi talks about the importance of ceremonies when transitioning seasons. Transitioning to summer and transitioning back t…

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202 // Say Goodbye to Survival Mode as an Overwhelmed Mom! Become More Resilient Using the Power of Neuroplasticity - with Lisa Roers 35:19

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If you are an overwhelmed mom who feels like she’s deep in the trenches of survival mode, are reacting to your kids and spouse in a way that doesn’t make you proud, and feel like you’re constantly putting out fires - today’s podcast episode is for you. My guest is Lisa Roers - CEO of the Sunshine Cafe Podcast and Leading LIFE Online Coaching Servic…

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EP418//Work-Life Balance for Working Moms: How to Set Boundaries, Ditch Guilt & Align Your Values with Guest Courtney Cecil 50:32

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Parenting, managing a job, and balancing it all can be overwhelming, but that is exactly why I wanted to introduce you to our guest, Courtney Cecil. Courtney and I connected when we both spoke at the Busy Mom’s Blueprint Summit in the spring. Courtney Cecil lives in Charlotte, NC with her husband and two boys. In addition to serving as Head of Cult…

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201 // Declutter and Organize Your Craft/Hobby Room (Room-by-Room Series) 14:14

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We are wrapping up the Room-by-Room Series by focusing on the craft/hobby room (or area if you don’t have a dedicated room!) We’ll go through my five step CRAFT process to help you declutter and organize. Let’s do this! Resources Mentioned: Trashie.io for fabric scrap recycling Find a local Mom.Co group Find a Creative Reuse Center near you Find a …

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EP417// Parenting a Strong-Willed Child Without Losing Your Mind: Gentle Strategies with Michelle McVittie 40:58

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Parenting is challenging in itself, but when you have a stong-willed child it can feel impossible. Simple tasks like getting up and getting to school on time can feel like a battle and turn every day into chaos. It’s hard to be a patient parent in those stressful situations, but that is exactly why I wanted to introduce you to our guest, Michelle M…

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200 // How to be Busy Well (Even When Life is Chaotic) - with Rachelle Crawford from Abundant Life with Less 30:49

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If you’re in a busy season or anticipate one coming up soon, or just want to know how to approach busy seasons that come out of nowhere without getting overwhelmed, this conversation is for you! Rachelle Crawford from Abundant Life with Less and the author of Messy Minimalism, is on the podcast to chat about her new book How to Be Busy: Unhurried L…

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EP416// Pee When You Sneeze? Real Mom Talk On Healing Your Core & Pelvic Floor With Guest Laura Curren 47:14

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As busy moms it is often hard for us to take the time to care for our own physical health. We are so busy caring for our kids and our family that our own health gets swept to the side. Many women experience pelvic floor issues after giving birth and just accept the symptoms instead of working with a therapist to bring healing. The topic of pelvic f…

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199 // You’re Not Failing! How Moms with ADHD Need to Approach Decluttering Differently - with Stacey Hutson and Stephanie Sprenger from The Mother Plus Podcast 44:33

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If you are a mom with ADHD who constantly feels like she’s failing when it comes to managing your home, this episode is for you. In Episode 199 I’m chatting with Stacey Hutson and Stephanie Sprenger, two ADHD moms of four girls ages 4-18 are the hosts of the Mother Plus podcast, a podcast for moms with ADHD--for "too much" moms who feel like they a…

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EP415// Tired All the Time? How Busy Moms Can Beat Fatigue and Boost Energy Naturally with Guest Michelle McCoy 38:28

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As busy moms more often than not we struggle with exhaustion and fatigue. We find it hard to get up in the morning, or work through the afternoon slump without the third cup of coffee. If you are looking for some practical actions you can take to have more energy, then you will love today’s episode. We have a very dear friend, Michelle McCoy with u…

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198 // Decluttering Kids’ Rooms (Room-by-Room Series) 14:05

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Kids are home for the summer, which means we are more aware of the chaos in their bedrooms and closets! As part of the Room-by-Room series, I’m sharing my best tips for getting their rooms under control! Resources Mentioned: Kids and Family episode playlist Short tutorial on how to subscribe to the playlist on your favorite podcast player Animated …

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EP414// Summer Success Series Wrap-Up: Your Busy Mom Summer Survival Guide In One Place 24:26

2M ago24:26

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Are you finding it hard to navigate summer? Have you just given up and let the kids run feral in the backyard? Maybe you booked them for every camp and activity under the sun hoping to get some time to yourself to work or rest? If you have been listening to the Summer Success Series, 10 weeks of episodes to give you a life line by helping you manag…

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EP4// Coffee & Tea, With M&E: Surviving Summer Without Losing Your Mind — or Your Library Books 40:02

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You are in for a special treat! This is another episode of Coffee & Tea (with M&E) Real Moms Talking About Real Things. Join Emily McDermott, the host of Moms Overcoming Overwhelm and I as we talk about what didn’t work this week, how we pivoted this summer, keeping our kids busy this summer, what things we are excited about, and things that made u…

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197 // Simple Ways to Elevate Your Home's Look (Without Another HomeGoods Trip) - with Dani Watson from fig + farm at home 26:56

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Have you ever wanted to style your home and you went to HomeGoods or Target without a plan, only to buy a bunch of stuff that ends up becoming clutter? It is possible to elevate your home’s look WITHOUT trips to the store or wasting money on things that don’t align with your true style and home aesthetic. Today I’m talking to return guest Dani Wats…

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EP413// Overwhelmed by Summer? 10 Real Stressors for Working Moms (And How to Fix Them) 54:31

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Ever tried to take a zoom call while your teen raids the fridge like it’s the Hunger Games? Or tried mapping out a project plan while also mapping out a carpool schedule for camps, hangouts, and grandma’s house? Then you know the frustration of summer when you’re juggling what feels like two full-time jobs, parenting and working. It can be overwhel…

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196 // 3 Simple Steps to Declutter Your Closets (Room-by-Room Series) 12:51

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This week in our room-by-room series, we’re talking about the 3 simple steps to approach your closets (specifically linen and clothing closets!) If you have a Monica closet (or two), this episode is for you! Resources Mentioned: Fabric closet organization bins Related Episodes: Playlist about clothing and wardrobe decluttering Episode 10: The MOST …

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EP412// 5 Boundaries Every Mom Needs To Protect Her Joy And Energy All Summer Long 35:28

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As we gear up for summer it can seem daunting. Summer schedules are typically boundary and responsibility free. Between spontaneous playdates, vacations, family visits, day trips, work, staying up late, and constantly shifting routines, it’s easy for working moms to lose structure, and find themselves in chaos. But the good news is that boundaries …

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195 // Secrets of Supermoms: Master Work-Life Balance, Boost Your Energy, Find True Rest, and Expect the Unexpected - with Lori Oberbroeckling 31:29

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What does being a Supermom mean to you? In her book Secrets of Supermom: How Extraordinary Moms Succeed at Work and Home & How You Can Too!, Lori Oberbroeckling shares 16 amazing secrets of Supermoms! In this episode, we talk about some of my favorite secrets of Supermoms that Lori shares including: What does balance look like? How do we combat the…

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194 // Declutter Your Kitchen (Room-by-Room Series) 14:42

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It’s time to tackle the kitchen in our Room-by-Room Series! Today I review the three phases of kitchen decluttering: food, things we eat the food with, and appliances/gadgets. Resources Mentioned: OXO Pop Top Containers Kenda Adachi’s Lazy Genius episode about keeping her kitchen tidy Article about streamlining your kitchen Related Episodes: Episod…

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EP411// Busy Mom’s Summer Survival Guide: Work-from-Home Schedule That Actually Works With Kids 30:02

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Summer is officially upon us. Whether your kids are out of school or soon will be, we are entering the summer season. If the thought of balancing work, family time, with kids at home, trying to keep them busy and off screens 24/7 feels impossible. I’ve got you! We are continuing our Summer Success Series, ten weeks of episodes to give you a life li…

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EP410// From Exhaustion to Content: How Overwhelmed Moms Can Actually Fit In Rest This Summer 42:29

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As moms we do so many little tasks without even realizing it. We are the ones who switch out the kids clothes that are too small, purchase new clothes, help kids pack, refill things around the house, reorder the daily items that don’t make it on the list, meal plan like a boss, take up a new job as an unpaid uber driver, and so many more tiny yet s…

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193 // Core Rhythms to Help You Be More Present at Work and Home - with Alexandra Kaval from Grace Space Christian Coaching 37:48

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If you struggle with the tension between being present at home with your family and your never-ending to-do list and personal/professional goals, today’s podcast episode is for you. I’m chatting with Alexandra Kaval from Grace Space Christian Coaching. Alexandra is a coach for small business owners who are ready to eliminate negative self talk and …

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EP409// No Glitter Required: Low-Prep Summer Activities That Keep Toddlers & Teens Busy (Without Exhausting You) 46:49

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Are you dreading the summer whining? Mom, I’m bored…there’s nothing to do. Mom, I’m hungry. Mom……It can feel like a full time job trying to keep kids busy, off screens, and out of the kitchen. Today we are continuing our Summer Success Series, 10 weeks of episodes to give you a life line by helping you manage and plan your summer, so that you can a…

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BONUS EPISODE: Coffee & Tea with Michelle Byrd and Emily McDermott (M&E) Episode 3 50:24

3M ago50:24

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I’m excited to bring you this bonus episode with my friend Michelle Byrd from The Busy Vibrant Mom podcast and a regular guest on Moms Overcoming Overwhelm. It’s the third episode of Coffee and Tea with M&E! We talk about what didn’t work this week, how we pivoted, what things we are excited about, and things that made us laugh! = > summer planning…

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EP408// Sneaky Summer Mind Games Mom Play: How To Keep Them From Stealing Your Joy 23:48

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Summer is a unique animal. We can have so many unnoticed expectations about how or what we will do with our family over the summer. As busy working moms we can feel guilty that we need to take time away from our families and work. It's far too easy with the addition of social media to fall into the comparison trap and feel frustrated that our famil…

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192 // Get (and Stay) Organized as a Mom with ADHD - with Jaclyn Paul 53:43

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If you have diagnosed or undiagnosed ADHD, or live with someone who does, this episode is for you. Today I’m speaking with Jaclyn Paul, author of bestseller Order from Chaos: The Everyday Grind of Staying Organized with Adult ADHD. Growing up in a structured environment and other coping mechanisms caused her ADHD to lay dormant until her early 20’s…

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EP407// Camp, Vacation, or Activities? How To Strategically Fill Your Summer Calendar 43:01

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As we gear up for summer it can seem daunting. Three months of kids at home, balancing work and life, trying to keep them busy and off screens 24/7. You might feel the need to breathe into a paper bag to calm down. But I’m here to say you don’t have to do it all, and your summer doesn’t need to look Pinterest Perfect. Today we are continuing our Su…

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EP 3// Coffee & Tea, With M&E: Real Life Talk on Summer Rhythms, Real-Life Pivots, Summer Prep And Managing it All 55:20

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You are in for a special treat! This is another episode of Coffee & Tea (with M&E) Real Moms Talking About Real Things. Join Emily McDermott, the host of Moms Overcoming Overwhelm and I as we talk about what didn’t work this week, how we pivoted, what things we are excited about, and things that made us laugh! We wanted to provide moms with real li…

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191 // Declutter Your Bedroom (Room-by-Room Series) 16:31

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If your home is meant to be a haven, then your bedroom should be the most peaceful room of all… but is it? If you're tired of stepping over laundry piles, feeling crowded by furniture, or waking up in a space that doesn't feel restful, this episode is for you. Today, we’re walking through a step-by-step process to declutter your bedroom with purpos…

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EP406// Summer Survival Guide: How to Create Routines, Rhythms & Sanity Before School’s Out 36:03

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Summer is knocking on our door. I would love to help you create the summer you will actually enjoy vs. one filled with chaos, whining, screen time, and snacks (or is that just me?). Are you already feeling overwhelmed at the thought of school ending? Wondering what to do with your kids all day as you try to actually work? I’m here to help. As a rem…

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BONUS EPISODE: Coffee & Tea with Michelle Byrd and Emily McDermott (M&E) Episode 2 50:48

3M ago50:48

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I’m excited to bring you this bonus episode with my friend Michelle Byrd from The Busy Vibrant Mom podcast and a regular guest on Moms Overcoming Overwhelm. It’s the second episode of Coffee and Tea with M&E! We talk about what didn’t work this week, how we pivoted, what things we are excited about, and things that made us laugh! = > prepping for s…

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190 // Are “Good Deals” Costing Me Money? How to Deal with Hand-Me-Downs, “Just in Case” Thinking and More - with Brittany Flammer 36:09

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Do you have a hard time saying no to free stuff and hand-me-downs? Do you keep things because of how much you paid for them or “just in case” you need them “someday”? Did you grow up with financial hardship and feel like you have to overcompensate by giving your kids everything they want? My guest today is Brittany Flammer, a financial coach, mom o…

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EP405// Overwhelmed With Toys? Meet Evelyn Cucchiara The Toy Tamer 45:07

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Do you feel overwhelmed by toys? Are you wondering why your kids don’t play with certain toys or why you don’t spend more time in your playroom? Are you overwhelmed with mom guilt when walking by a stack of subscription boxes - thinking that you should make time to do them with your kid? Toys can be overwhelming and today we have the delight to tal…

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189 // Unmotivated to Declutter? Try the Move-Out and Vacation Declutter Methods to Make Progress Faster 9:56

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🤔 Have you ever noticed that an upcoming move is a perfect motivator to declutter? 🤔 Did you ever realize that one of the best parts of vacation is that you don’t have to worry about managing SO MUCH STUFF? In today’s episode we’re exploring two unorthodox approaches to decluttering - even if you’re not moving on going on vacation anytime soon! Res…

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EP404// Your Summer, Your Way: Tips to Thrive, Not Just Survive 24:18

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Summer is almost here my friends. I would love to help you create the summer you will actually enjoy vs. one filled with chaos, whining, screen time, and snacks. Are you already feeling overwhelmed at the thought of school ending? Wondering what to do with your kids all day as you try to actually work? Are you afraid that if you plan out your summe…

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188 // How a Minimalist Life Yields Maximum Joy - with Julia Ubbenga from Rich in What Matters 37:49

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How does living with less allow us to make room for joy? How can we surrender to God to see ourselves as stewards of the gifts he has given us, rather than "stuff managers" bearing the burden of our excess possessions? What does it look like cultivate an "awake soul" with room to expand? Today I’m thrilled to speak to Julia Ubbenga about her new bo…

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EP403// The Secret To Mom Friendships with Guest Jewel Hohman 54:26

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It can be so hard for moms to cultivate friendships. Life is full with kids, activities, school, work, and all the tasks that come along with life. Friendships can get squeezed out of our schedule, but it can be vital to renewing our hearts and minds as moms. So how do we cultivate friendships as busy moms? Our guest Jewel Hohman, life coach and ho…

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187 // This ONE Mindset Shift is a Game-Changer for Overwhelmed Moms - with Kate House from the Live by Design Podcast 28:16

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My husband never helps me around the house. The kids always leave their toys on the floor. I can’t help with your math homework - I’m just not good at math. I never remember to take the meat out to defrost - what’s wrong with me? Sound familar? If so, you may be stuck in a fixed mindset and holding limiting beliefs that are keeping you in overwhelm…

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EP 2// Coffee & Tea, With M&E: Prepping For Summer, Setting Realistic Expectations, Decluttering Tips, And More 57:20

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You are in for a special treat! This is another episode of Coffee & Tea (with M&E) Real Moms Talking About Real Things. Join Emily McDermott, the host of Moms Overcoming Overwhelm and I as we talk about what didn’t work this week, how we pivoted, what things we are excited about, and things that made us laugh! We wanted to provide moms with real li…

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EP402// Is Managing Your Kid’s Activities Making You Crazy? 5 Easy Steps To Manage Activities Without Losing Your Sanity 36:29

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We just finished wrapping up our Spring Refresh Challenge and a few fun pop up workshops teaching us how to declutter our homes, and to help us build morning and evening routines that work for us. Thank you for being a part of the Busy Vibrant mom community and joining us! Speaking of spring, as we move into the season you may be feeling like your …

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186 // Simple Steps to Get Your Digital Life Organized - with Shawn Lemon from The Digital Organizer 35:02

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Is your digital life a mess? Are you unsure what important documents to keep, how to navigate the thousands of photos on your phone, let alone your thousands of e-mails clogging your inbox? Help is here! Today I’m chatting with Shawn Lemon, founder of The Digital Organizer. Shawn has spent the last 17 years helping individuals and businesses get be…

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EP401// Why You Feel Overwhelmed: The Hidden Value In Decorating Your Space And Time Saving Tricks With Guest Dani Watson 42:51

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It can be so hard for busy moms to find time to decorate your space. Decorating and finding a cohesive cozy style can get lost in the long laundry list of daily to do items. Does it really matter if our home is cohesive, decorated, and picture perfect? Today we have a special guest Dani Watson who is going to help us understand the value in putting…

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EP400// Celebrating 400 Episodes! Special Sneak Peek Into The Top 10 Episodes Over 4 Years! 28:30

5M ago28:30

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Today we are wrapping up our Spring Refresh Challenge! In celebration of The Busy Vibrant Mom’s upcoming 400th episode we wanted to create a fun Spring Refresh Challenge. This has been a fun week of refreshing our homes, routines, and our mindset. Winners will be announced this afternoon via email, so check your inbox to see if you won! As a specia…

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185 // 5 Decluttering Rules I Love to Break (and Why You Should, Too!) 14:10

5M ago14:10

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Some decluttering rules are meant to be broken! If you’re stuck in overwhelm or paralyzed by perfectionism when it comes to decluttering, I give you permission to be a rebel and break these 5 common decluttering rules! Resources Mentioned: Check out my popular free resources 50 Questions Minimalists Ask, as well as my other resources here. Related …

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BONUS: Spring Refresh Challenge: Day 4: Meal Prep Hacks to Simplify Mom Life 23:48

5M ago23:48

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Welcome back to the Spring Refresh Challenge! In celebration of The Busy Vibrant Mom’s upcoming 400th episode we wanted to create a fun spring refresh challenge. This challenge is designed to be fun and helpful for busy moms to refresh their homes, routines, and mindset for spring! It is four days of power packed short podcast episodes, focusing on…