This episode marks a bittersweet moment where I thank you BIG TIME for being here, and also say goodbye as I start the new Time To Pivot podcast! I’m so grateful to those of you who have listened since the beginning in 2020, when we hit lockdown and I started sharing my love of organization and my 3 E’s to get it all done without the overwhelm. Thank you for being loyal listeners! For those of you who are new to the M.O.M. Podcast, welcome! You’ll be able to still access all these episodes full ...
Apr 10, 2023•28 min•Ep. 161
When you’ve got ten kids there’s no question you need tried and true systems that’ll keep life running smoothly! This week on the podcast Laura Hernandez is sharing tips you can implement today that’ll take your home from total chaos to a peaceful, joyful place that works for the whole family. Highlights from this episode: (01:33) How many children?! (04:02) Finding peace and joy (08:30) An alarming routine (13:05) There’s an upside to rock bottom (18:51) Give our kids the chance to make a decis...
Apr 03, 2023•29 min•Ep. 160
Sometimes Moms just need a short list of where and how to spend their time and money. These are currently my top three. If you want to know where I’ve invested in myself and my family, here’s a window into my soul. Ok it’s not that deep, but I hope it’s helpful! Highlights from this episode: (05:20) Laser hair removal - IYKYK (09:06) Meal prep may be a seasonal thing (16:42) Creativity needs some boundaries (19:34) Show off your extraordinary (24:28) Give and take hand-me-downs (29:22) Lead by e...
Mar 27, 2023•37 min•Ep. 159
Need a little kitchen update or major reno? Camille Finan is going to tell us how to get that form and function! The kitchen is the heart of the home, as they say, and my talented guest, author, podcast host, CEO of Kitchen Remodel Rockstar, and host of the Ugly Kitchen Challenge is sharing 7 things we should have in every modern kitchen, why she’s not a fan of lazy Susan’s (This one got me!), and why HGTV inspo might not be so realistic. WHAT?!? Highlights from this episode: (02:31) What’s your...
Mar 20, 2023•27 min•Ep. 158
Feeling the pressure of another Monday and all the expectations of productivity for the week? Me too, babe. It feels like the more pressure I put on myself to get stuff done, the more I want to stay in bed with the covers over my head. And this is coming from a girl who thrives on being productive! Turns out, we’re human, and sometimes it’s ok to accept a “case of the Mondays” and give ourselves some grace. Highlights from this episode: (02:00) Kelly’s new knees (07:50) Today’s the day (11:24) W...
Mar 13, 2023•33 min•Ep. 157
When considering storage solutions and keeping certain items that are future surprises for kids or others, sometimes the best spot is in plain sight! Moms have to get resourceful when prepping ahead with birthday or holiday gifts, decor, or surprise events. I’m sharing some suggestions for how to temporarily store those items without the recipients ever knowing they’re there. Highlights from this episode: (03:38) The closet under the stairs (05:36) Open shelving is your friend (07:03) NSFK: Not ...
Mar 06, 2023•16 min•Ep. 156
If you find yourself saying, you’ll “try” to do something more often than actually “committing” to it, this episode is for you. This topic has been on my list for a while, and I’m always amazed at God’s timing of sending signs when the time is right! From an Instagram reel with clarifying words, to sound advice from a coach and friend, and too many recent passings of young people, I feel like the message He’s sending is hard to ignore. Join me for a conversation about committing to your desires ...
Feb 27, 2023•33 min•Ep. 155
This life is definitely not meant to be a solo mission. Being a part of a community of like-minded people can be the difference in surviving and thriving. On this episode I’m sharing some resources and suggestions that may help with finding your group of helpful, supportive moms. And, warning, you’ll also hear an example of how to apply your makeup in the car, that you may have never needed or wanted to know! Sorry, not sorry. Highlights from this episode: (04:43) The importance of having a Mom ...
Feb 20, 2023•35 min•Ep. 154
This week I’m reading an excerpt from my book, Chapter 5: Not Just Lip Service and discussing the benefits of writing down your goals. So often we can become overwhelmed by all the stuff on our everyday to-do list or that lofty-goal list of things we want to accomplish. This chapter breaks down the 3 E’s Philosophy, the system I use for strategically writing down those thoughts in your head in order of importance so they become real and actionable. The written word has power, so don’t miss this ...
Feb 13, 2023•19 min•Ep. 153
You shouldn’t settle when organizing and styling your space, but sometimes you should “live with it” until the time is right! When making your house a home, it’s important to know when to be grateful for what you have, when to invest financially in changes you want to make, and when to live with the temporary solutions while focusing on other priorities. There are lots of examples to consider on this episode of these ideas in my home and in the homes of my awesome clients if you’re unsure of whe...
Feb 06, 2023•37 min•Ep. 152
If you find yourself constantly saying that you're so busy but aren’t really feeling productive and getting things you want done, it may be time to make a conscious change. Ask yourself these 3 questions to determine if your choices will make you feel busy or productive. Essential: WHY- Is this worth my time? Enhancement: HOW- How will this serve me, my family, and God? Extra: WHAT- What can I do to simplify the process? Since these are some pretty thoughtful questions, I found some scriptural r...
Jan 30, 2023•30 min•Ep. 151
It’s January and sometimes the start of a new year can cause pressure around setting intentions. Consider these steps if picking your word of the year is causing you stress: ESSENTIAL: Give yourself time. ENHANCEMENT: Commit or pivot. EXTRA: Seek help. Highlights from this episode: (01:35) Under pressure (04:23) Have a little patience (07:05) A year of purpose (12:51) Why does ‘content’ feel like a dirty word? (16:05) A bit of a fixer upper (18:44) Join the contentment club (21:47) You gotta hav...
Jan 23, 2023•32 min•Ep. 150
If your pantry seems overloaded or disorganized after the holidays perhaps it’s time for a reset. Having an organized pantry can benefit everyone in the family and even encourage your kids to be more confident, helpful, and independent! Let’s use the 3 E’s to reel it back in: Essential: Purge expired or unused items. Enhancement: Donate, sell, or toss them. Extra: Style with proper containers. Highlights from this episode: (1:17) Powering through (05:08) “I’m organizing!” (09:38) Clearing out th...
Jan 16, 2023•33 min•Ep. 149
Feeling the pressure of the New Year to implement a million new things and accomplish them all with ease? Sounds overwhelming! Jenna Lee Rude, Founder of Raised on Plants and the brilliant writer of the Foreword in my book, is chatting with us about how we can move forward without the mega expectations to do it all perfectly. Keep the faith…there is a plan! So how can we keep that big vision without putting so much pressure on ourselves to accomplish it “in the first 3 hours of the New Year?” Je...
Jan 09, 2023•33 min•Ep. 148
It’s that time of year again when we set goals for the year ahead, but what if we did things differently this time? What if we considered the outcomes (or the feelings) we want to achieve along the way to be the driving force behind planning our year? Let’s not miss the blessings God has for us, by being so goal-focused and too rigid to pivot when life throws us curveballs! Highlights from this episode: (00:54) Did you ever think we’d get to 2023?! (02:36) Mindful goal-setting (06:23) The right ...
Jan 02, 2023•17 min•Ep. 147
Sometimes rest is more important than productivity, but if you need some motivation here are 3 things to consider. The 1% Rule The 3 E’s Philosophy Ask for help Don’t forget that this life is NOT a solo mission. You can tap into these suggestions when you’re feeling drained, and don’t be afraid of judgment if you're totally spent. You do a lot for your loved ones, so take the time you need to recharge and use these 3 steps to get back into the swing of it without the overwhelm! Highlights from t...
Dec 26, 2022•22 min•Ep. 146
It’s easy to get overwhelmed when the holidays are upon us, so I’m suggesting 3 ways to help eliminate the stress. Plan ahead. Tidy as you go. Pause to enjoy the blessings. For more specific details on how to actually make those things happen in real life (not just in theory), checkout the full episode. And, hey, don’t forget to grab a copy (or 3 for your besties) of my book on Kindle, Paperback, Hardcover, and Audiobook at the amazing discounted prices for the holidays! It’s the perfect mix of ...
Dec 19, 2022•29 min•Ep. 145
It’s a holiday miracle! My exciting book announcements, plus a crazy Christmas mishap from Chapter 15: Grace Under Pressure! I’m thrilled to share that this book journey has taken me from a stressed out parent with a passion for organization, to a published, bestselling author with Landon Hail Press! HOW did that happen?!? It’s all in this episode with a behind-the-scenes of choosing from multiple publishers after originally self-publishing, some epic holiday discounts, and the announcement of f...
Dec 12, 2022•31 min•Ep. 144
If you’re wondering if you or your kids should take on one more thing, here are 3 ways to get clarity. Essential: Communicate with your family. Enhancement: Create a hard calendar. Extra: Communicate with coaches/teachers. This week I’m sharing how we were able to decide if and when to commit to a few new activities. We kept in mind that we need time for rest and want to make sure we are all showing up well for the things we put on our calendar. See where the commitments overlap and if they are ...
Dec 05, 2022•26 min•Ep. 143
If you’re feeling the pressure of volunteering in your school or community, maybe this is the season you take a break. Don’t get me wrong, it’s wonderful to help out wherever there’s a need and serving others can fill your heart! If it’s causing stress, anxiety, or you’re having trouble with time management of your other priorities, it may be time to step away from volunteering temporarily. If the thought of that feels stressful, listen to this week’s episode that’ll help navigate those tricky w...
Nov 28, 2022•28 min•Ep. 142
If you’re feeling like the toys are getting out of hand or simply need some organization motivation to tackle that playroom, this episode is for you! Whether you have a designated room for toys or need to make them fit in your family’s shared space, I’ve got some helpful suggestions to get it done without it being a fight. Can you imagine? Highlights from this episode: (00:54) The bane of your existence (07:00) The essential purge (10:38) Start a toy rotation (14:57) What to do with old toys (17...
Nov 21, 2022•36 min•Ep. 141
Ever wonder what to do with all your randoms you need, but don’t necessarily have the proper space for storing? This episode will have you rethinking some of your drawers and cabinets for all those miscellaneous items that need a home, using the 3 E’s. Whether it’s an endless amount of Pokémon cards (Yep! We’re in that boat now!), kids toys and activities, clothes, books, seasonal items, gift wrapping supplies, or any other randoms you can’t live without, you may have the imperfectly perfect spo...
Nov 14, 2022•21 min•Ep. 140
I’m using my 3 E’s again to keep your kitchen spicy, not cluttered and disorganized! Feeling overwhelmed by the amount of spices you’ve got because you can’t see them at a glance? Frustrated when searching for some seasoning but can’t locate the right container? Think you’ve got what you need and realize mid-recipe that it’s expired or you don’t have enough? Try these 3 E’s to get them organized and looking good too: Essential: Purge expired or unused spices. Enhancement: Donate or share unused ...
Nov 07, 2022•26 min•Ep. 139
Anxious about what happens when you’re feeling under the weather and all the mom stuff still has to get done? Take a deep breath and focus on these 3 things. Ask for and accept help. Take the time to recover. Setup organization systems in your home and schedule. It happens to the most productive, organized, and typically healthy moms. We all get sick sometimes. When we do, there’s no need to pressure ourselves to have business as usual. If you stick to these 3 steps (and some other helpful sugge...
Oct 31, 2022•30 min•Ep. 138
I’m in the midst of planning birthday parties and bridal brunches, so I’m sharing helpful tips! Keep it simple, so as not to get completely overwhelmed and regret agreeing to host or plan a party in the first place. Here’s my plan of attack during this season we are in now (but everything could change next year). Hope these suggestions keep the stress low and the fun high. Use the 3 E’s. Ask for help. Don’t underestimate a small party. Highlights from this episode: (01:19) Post-Covid party seaso...
Oct 24, 2022•40 min•Ep. 137
It’s Fall, which means prepping early for the fast-approaching holiday season! I’m talking all things decor, hosting, travel arrangements, planning for old and new traditions, and using the 3 E’s Philosophy to simplify it all! Highlights from this episode: (00:54) It’s fall y’all! (05:31) Holiday decor (09:40) Purge before the holidays and donate or sell unwanted items (12:19) What’s the backup plan? (17:03) Get organized early (19:31) How about holiday travel? Mentioned on this episode: Ep 1: T...
Oct 17, 2022•29 min•Ep. 136
If your garage needs to serve multiple purposes, then I’ve got some suggestions for how to organize it without the clutter! On this episode I’m talking about form and function in your garage for entertaining, storage, a home gym, laundry, parking cars, and more. Let’s designate specific zones and maximize your vertical space to make your garage multifunctional. Highlights from this episode: (00:54) All About Emmeline (05:07) Elbow deep in garages (09:07) Time for a good ol’ fashioned yard sale (...
Oct 10, 2022•52 min•Ep. 135
Inspired by the first day of school, I’m sharing some thoughts on how and why you might consider a redo! Not loving your space? Need better organization or some tweaking of an area that’s just not working well anymore? Or maybe it’s something in your schedule, with your kids, or even at work? Don’t let frustration take over. Take a breath, prep ahead, communicate your needs, give yourself some grace, and redo it! Stick to the 3 E’s so you don’t get overwhelmed. And remember, there are lots of pe...
Oct 03, 2022•32 min•Ep. 134
Inspired by a morning meltdown of our own, I had to share a few suggestions to help reset and start your day off well. What I’ve learned from countless meltdowns over the years, be it my elementary school students, my kids, or my own occasional outbursts, is that I can usually see it coming based on the environment, lack of planning, noise level of the room, lack of sleep, hormone changes, growth spurts, lack of food or physical activity, amount of screentime, too much or not enough sun, etc. an...
Sep 26, 2022•33 min•Ep. 133
It’s time to give yourself credit for all that you do, even the things that never make it on your endless to-do list! Girlfriend, I’ve heard it a million times. I’m “just a mom” so I can’t… [insert whatever it is you wish you could do but don’t think you have the time, energy, creativity, skill set, etc.]. That ends now. This phrase devalues your efforts in all that you do….which is a lot! You are a rockstar. If you have any doubt about that, this episode is for you. Highlights from this episode...
Sep 19, 2022•36 min•Ep. 132
