We found extensive mold hidden in our house! It completely turned our lives upside down, and we had to move out for months while everything was fixed. If you're a homeowner, or you're just curious about what a mold discovery can really mean, this is a must-listen episode! In this honest and informative episode, I'll share: How I discovered the mold and my initial shock. Myths and truths about mold – I was surprised to learn that even Colorado's dry climate isn't a guarantee. The tough decisions ...
May 07, 2024•21 min•Season 1Ep. 93
This episode hits a little close to home. Earlier this year, our family came face-to-face with a hidden enemy – mold. Let me tell you, discovering mold in your home is a total shock. It's like this silent threat, potentially harming your family's health and messing with your peace of mind. That's exactly what happened to us. We had to leave our house and crash with my in-laws – not exactly ideal! In this episode you'll hear about everything - how to detect mold, the health risks, all those myths...
Apr 30, 2024•26 min•Season 1Ep. 92
Ever felt overwhelmed walking through aisles of baby products, wondering which are truly safe for your little one? You're not alone! In this episode, we’re spicing things up with a special guest, Marta Tellado, CEO of Consumer Reports, who’s here to help us learn the tricky waters of baby product safety. We’ll also discuss: Hidden dangers in popular baby gear. Importance of being vigilant and informed as a parent. Discover Consumer Reports' baby hub at cr.org . What can you expect from this podc...
Apr 23, 2024•22 min•Season 1Ep. 91
Have you heard of decanting before? Decanting isn’t for everyone, and it’s not required to have a functional home that works for you. But there are many reasons why people will decant. There is no black or white with this. In this episode, Diana shares her reasons for decanting, which go beyond aesthetics. We’ll also discuss: What is decanting? The benefits of decanting. Some tips on how to start decanting. Common questions that Diana gets about decanting. What can you expect from this podcast a...
Apr 16, 2024•20 min•Season 1Ep. 90
When people talk about mindset shifts, they can be great or a little toxic. If we start thinking that everything in our lives needs to be perfect and that we always need to be positive, we could have a negative view of ourselves when that doesn’t happen. That isn’t real life! You can apply a mindset shift in a healthy way that will benefit you and your family. In this episode, Diana shares a mindset shift she applies to motherhood to slow down, appreciate, and be present. We’ll also discuss: How...
Apr 09, 2024•14 min•Season 1Ep. 89
Do you wish you had more time to read? Once we became busy moms, sometimes things we enjoy are the first thing to get axed from our schedule. But if you want to read more fiction, non-fiction, self-improvement, business, or just magazines, we must find ways to make it happen. In this episode, Diana explains how she created small reading goals to get out of her reading rut and back into finishing books. We’ll also discuss: How special reading was for Diana when growing up The benefits of trying a...
Apr 02, 2024•13 min•Season 1Ep. 88
Ready for a story that'll make you want to grab a paintbrush and dance around your living room? Meet DeLancey, the DIY dynamo who turned her passion for turning drab into fab into an Instagram sensation, practically overnight. Imagine posting a reel, hopping on a cruise, and coming back to find you're an internet superstar. That's her story, and it's as wild and wonderful as it sounds. It's a reminder that sharing what you love can lead to the most unexpected and amazing places. So, whether you'...
Mar 26, 2024•29 min•Season 1Ep. 87
Do you like cleaning? Do you need some help getting it done? Today’s guest, Alissa from @home.and.chaos is all about creating a home you love. Follow Alissa on Instagram at: Alissa | DIY • CLEANING (@home.and.chaos) Find Alissa’s Shop here: https://stan.store/homeandchaos In this episode, Diana and Alissa share stories and provide tips to make cleaning your home a little easier. We’ll also discuss: How Alissa got started with her Instagram account. Find Alissa’s cleaning checklist here: Printabl...
Mar 19, 2024•17 min•Season 1Ep. 86
If you’ve followed Diana on Instagram for a while, you know she likes to time-block her calendar and days. It helps to get some tasks started and others finished. But overall, it helps to get things done! In this episode, Diana explains her specific time block for errands and how she uses it to complete tasks. We’ll also discuss: How you trick your brain into getting those low-interest errand tasks done and off your to-do list Schedule it in a way that works best for you and your schedule, but b...
Mar 12, 2024•10 min•Season 1Ep. 85
We’re excited to start something new today and answer a call-in question from our community. If you want one of your questions answered, click here to send Diana a recording . In this episode, Diana talks about what to do with items you need to keep but might feel like clutter. We’ll also discuss: How the call-in questions will work. Click here to send us a recording. Giving yourself grace. Organizing needed items and decluttering other spaces. Determining the best area for your items. What can ...
Mar 05, 2024•15 min•Season 1Ep. 84
When your family needs to pack up and briefly move out of your home, it can be overwhelming, especially when it’s a forced reason and not a choice. An unexpected water issue recently forced our family to leave our home for a few weeks, and having fewer things eased the burden so much! It’s still a high-stress situation, but not having to deal with the added stress of all the excess stuff in our home. In this episode, Diana shares a recent life update that was significantly less stressful because...
Feb 27, 2024•11 min•Season 1Ep. 83
If you have kids at the age where they play board games, it’s so much fun, but it could also cause a lot of clutter! There are so many boxes, so many pieces, and they take up a lot of space. Trying to contain them all and not lose any pieces can be very frustrating. In this episode, Diana shares the simple way she organizes their family board games. We’ll also discuss: Ditch the boxes for bags Mesh bags from Container Store here: Pouch Set Pack of 3 More options for storage once the games are in...
Feb 20, 2024•10 min•Season 1Ep. 82
Our expert guest is Amber Brueseke, a certified personal trainer, fitness instructor, registered nurse, and mom of four. She’s also the creator of MACROS 101. Amber helps her clients overcome self-sabotage and finally achieve their fitness goals. In this episode, Diana and Amber chat about motherhood, fitness, and overcoming self-sabotage. Join Amber’s Challenge: bicepsafterbabies.com/challenge Find Amber on Instagram: Amber Brueseke (@biceps.after.babies) We’ll also discuss: Empowering moms to ...
Feb 13, 2024•28 min•Season 1Ep. 81
Does your family struggle with chore management and chore motivation with kids? Last year, we started using a new app that has been working really well, and I wanted to share it with all of you. In this episode, Diana and her kids share how a simple app changed how they manage household chores. This episode and app are not sponsored. You can find the app here: Joon We'll also discuss: What is Joon, and who would benefit from it? Hear why Ms. Seven and Ms. Nine, like Joon. Some examples of how Di...
Feb 06, 2024•23 min•Season 1Ep. 80
Are you looking for a practically free, simple tradition to start with your kids for Valentine’s Day? In this episode, Diana shares one of her favorite holiday traditions that she does for her kids for Valentine’s Day. We’ll also discuss: Exactly what the tradition is Tips for how to make it easier How much joy it’ll bring to your home What can you expect from this podcast and future episodes? 15-20 minute episodes to help you tackle your to-do list How to declutter in an effective and efficient...
Jan 30, 2024•11 min•Season 1Ep. 79
Are you someone who hates baking? How about baking with your kids? If you’re anything like me, baking isn’t an enjoyable activity. But my kids love it, especially my ten-year-old, who loves to cook and bake every week at home. In this episode, Diana shares some tips for easing the stress of baking with kids if it’s not something you enjoy. We’ll also discuss: New members are rocking it after our challenge! FREE TRAINING with three steps you can do today to start your decluttering journey! Click ...
Jan 23, 2024•14 min•Season 1Ep. 78
Today, I'm doing something new - a "favorite things" episode. I'm sharing the things I love, from physical items to concepts and books. Although I teach decluttering, I'm not a minimalist, and I believe in making space for the things we genuinely love. So, while I don't want you to buy everything I mention, it's just fun to share. In this episode, Diana shares some of the things she’s loving right now! These items are not sponsored and are purchased and used by Diana. Some favorite things in thi...
Jan 16, 2024•25 min•Season 1Ep. 77
After the new year, many people start thinking about decluttering their homes. And this is when we tend to hear how decluttering and minimalism go hand in hand. When you hear the word minimalism, what do you picture? It can look like a lot of different ways for different people. But it’s not decluttering. You can’t have a minimalist lifestyle without decluttering, but you absolutely can have a decluttered lifestyle without being a minimalist. In this episode, Diana explains how she's considered ...
Jan 09, 2024•12 min•Season 1Ep. 76
This is the first episode of 2024! And even though 2019 does NOT feel like five years ago, it was! The beginning of a new year often comes with hope and excitement, but sometimes it doesn’t. If you are in a challenging chapter of your book right now, you can take tiny baby steps in your home to move further away from the overwhelm. In this episode, Diana shares some encouragement for wherever you are mentally, with your family, and within your home. Due to an unprecedented amount of registrants,...
Jan 02, 2024•21 min•Season 1Ep. 75
Have you ever struggled with what to do with gifts that are given to you or your kids and you don’t want? It could be because it’s something you don’t like, or maybe it doesn’t fit, and you can’t return it. Whatever the reason, there are many occasions when we don’t want to bring an item into our home, especially when we are on a decluttering journey. In this episode, Diana shares how she handles unwanted gifts while still being grateful to well-intentioned gift-givers. We’ll also discuss: Stori...
Dec 26, 2023•25 min•Season 1Ep. 74
We are quickly approaching Christmas, and it probably feels like the pressure is on. And we all want it to be magical and wonderful for our kids and ourselves, but that can add more stress. In this episode, Diana offers some advice on handling holiday stress and letting go of perfection. We’ll also discuss: Diana shares her own holiday experiences Learning to embrace the unexpected during chaotic holidays Cherishing time with family What can you expect from this podcast and future episodes? 15-2...
Dec 19, 2023•13 min•Season 1Ep. 73
Do holidays and birthdays stress you out when you think about more toys entering your home? Maybe you just decluttered or already need to, and you don’t want anyone to get the kids any toys. Diana has two daughters who both have birthdays right after Christmas, and even though she’s minimal-ish, you might be surprised to learn that she does buy her kids toys for gifts. In this episode, Diana talks about all the different types of gifts for kids that you may not have thought of before. We’ll also...
Dec 12, 2023•18 min•Season 1Ep. 72
Have you ever bought makeup and you didn’t end up liking it? How about receiving a lotion gift set, and you didn’t like the smell? I have recommended donating new or gently used items to a non-profit organization called Project Beauty Share for years in my membership program. In this episode, Diana speaks with the founder of Project Beauty Share, Julie Farley, and learns more about their mission and services. For more information on Project Beauty Share, including how to donate, visit the links ...
Dec 05, 2023•16 min•Season 1Ep. 71
After a work trip to Scottsdale, AZ, I came home to my oldest daughter having a health scare, and I’m so thankful I was home to take care of her. After a few days, I got sick too. And all of this was Thanksgiving week. It’s been a week! In this episode, Diana shares her unexpected Thanksgiving week and reminds us that it's okay to say “no” to activities this season. We’ll also discuss: How do you make the holiday season simpler? How do I say “no” to all the events? Kids find magic in the small t...
Nov 28, 2023•16 min•Season 1Ep. 70
The holidays can often feel like a hassle instead of a celebration. Are you overwhelmed with all the holiday decorations, gifts, and traditions that no longer serve your family? I've been there! But I found a way to simplify and declutter my Christmas experience, and I'm here to share it with you! If you'd like to see an example of Diana's holiday planner, check out this reel! How to Simplify the Holidays: Part 1 In this episode, Diana shares her go-to holiday planner, which saves time and simpl...
Nov 21, 2023•24 min•Season 1Ep. 69
On this week’s episode, Diana chats with laundry expert and author Melissa Dilkes Pateras all about laundry myths, best practices, and so much more. You can find her on TikTok here: Laundrytok | Melissa Pateras (@melissadilkespateras) Official | TikTok You can find her new book here: A Dirty Guide to a Clean Home: Housekeeping Hacks You Can't Live Without In this episode, we cover: Homemade laundry detergent is not effective and can damage your washing machine. The guest explained that commercia...
Nov 14, 2023•36 min•Season 1Ep. 68
Have you ever found yourself stuck on your phone or social media, wondering where the time went? Same! Having constant access to a device that can give us multiple dopamine hits throughout the day makes it difficult to put down. When we want to spend time doing something else but struggle to change, there are tools we can use to help us. In this episode, Diana shares an app that has been a game-changer in limiting her daily phone and social media use. We’ll also discuss: The Opal app can be foun...
Nov 07, 2023•21 min•Season 1Ep. 67
Have you ever considered the connection between ADHD and overspending? Well, you're not alone. Our today's conversation with Paige Pritchard opens up an enlightening discussion about this often overlooked link. Paige, with her brilliant insights, explains the underlying triggers for impulsive spending and offers practical solutions to put the brakes on this habit. If you're all ears to tips like gamifying your spending or practicing a pause before making a purchase, you're in for a treat! We fur...
Oct 31, 2023•48 min•Season 1Ep. 66
This week is the first part of a chat Diana had with guest expert Paige Pritchard from @overcoming_overspending . Paige is a spending coach who helps women stop impulse shopping and overspending. You can find out more about Paige and her program at: Instagram: @overcoming_overspending TikTok: @overcoming_overspending YouTube Channel The Money Love Podcast Free Masterclass: Why You Impulse Shop & How To Stop Work with Paige: Overcoming Overspending Membership In part 1, Paige shares what over...
Oct 24, 2023•25 min•Season 1Ep. 65
Feeling overwhelmed by the chaos that happens once your kids come home after school? Today, you’ll hear from a very special two-time guest as she shares her after-school checklist. In this episode, Diana talks to her daughter, Miss 9, about her after-school routine. You can find Diana’s FREE after-school checklist here: https://www.dianarene.com/checklist We’ll also discuss: The benefits of having a checklist. How putting items in their designated homes makes the mornings easier. Ways to make ch...
Oct 17, 2023•22 min•Season 1Ep. 64
