MASTER ORGANIZED MOTHERHOOD | Home Organization Strategies, Time Management Tips, Cleaning, Decluttering Tips
** TOP 3% GLOBALLY RANKED PODCAST ** Do you feel like you are drowning in clutter? Are you embarrassed by how your home looks and avoiding inviting others over because it would take a day and a half to clean, leaving you feeling too exhausted to host when the guests finally arrive? Do you want an organized life but don’t know where to start, or if you did start, wouldn’t know how to stay consistent? Friend! There is an easier way…and a better way to organize your home and life that doesn’t require it to be Pinterest perfect. This podcast will help you create peace in your home with less clutter, easier systems, more routines, and the consistency to stay organized. Hey, I’m Amy. Wife, chaos coordinator and work-from-home mom of 4 kids 6 and under. For years, I thought that an organized home meant perfectly clean, and pinterest perfect at ALL times. I spent all my time cleaning, and relocating everyone’s belongings, trying to maintain a sense of visual peace in my home. I felt like I could not get any work done until the house was picked up and put away. Feeling frustrated with my family for the messes they had created were a daily occurrence. I tried every tip for cleaning, organizing and managing my home, only to fall off track again and feel like a failure… I let my home dictate how successful & productive I felt, only to end up more stressed out & overwhelmed. I was struggling to find the joy in motherhood, while losing myself in the never ending organizational process. Finally, I came to realize that in order to become the happy, organized Mom I wanted to be, I had to live each day with purpose and intention, that stemmed from the ideal home atmosphere I wanted to create for my family. So, I developed a simple framework that focuses on organization as the WHOLE picture. Creating sustainable habits, goals and systems that finally created the consistency I could actually attain. I am so excited to share it with you! If you are ready to finally create a home with that peaceful atmosphere you desire - One that is organized, and clutter free. With simple systems to help you stay consistent so you can spend more intentional time with those babies you are raising and less time managing the over-flowing stuff, then this is the podcast for you! Brew some coffee, pack up the kids for a car nap and let’s go my friend, it’s your turn to learn!
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Wednesday May 01, 2024
Wednesday May 01, 2024
Welcome back to the show my Friend!
First of all, we are celebrating a huge milestone together today, which would not have been possible without YOUR help!
We are celebrating reaching OVER 5.5K Podcast downloads to date, on this very show!
Join in on the celebration by joining the email list or the FB community so I can share a gift of thanks with you!
Okay, now onto today's episode!
The age-old question of whether or not multi-tasking is ACTUALLY adding to your productivity is still floating around.
Do I get more done when I multi-task or is this popular productivity hack actually setting me back by stealing my focus?
Well my friends, there is certainly a right and a wrong way to multi-task.
In this episode today, we will talk about...
Let's chat today about 2 key components of multitasking that will ensure that you have the information you need to make your own decision around this productivity hack.
We will cover
If multi-tasking is a good idea or not
Ways to make it work for you
Let's discus the right way to multitask and what tasks can be done together in order to maximize productivity and reduce overwhelm.
While acknowledging that multitasking can often be associated with stress and confusion. Yet, we can still be smart and intentional while multitasking.
I share some real-life examples and insight into how multitasking can be simple and doable without causing extra stress and lack of focus.
Let's Go!
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Wednesday Apr 24, 2024
Wednesday Apr 24, 2024
Welcome back to the show my Friend!
Have you ever heard of the time management technique called 'time boxing?' There Is a good chance you have heard of, or even tried 'time blocking.' Well, this method Is different and happens to be my ACTUAL way of planning my daily schedule as a work-from-home mom with alot on my plate.
This has been a great time management method for myself as someone who struggles with things like procrastination, focus, multi-tasking too much, perfectionism, and just overall so many distractions from caring for young children as a SAHM.
I want to Introduce you to this concept today, so you can evaluate If It Is a method that may work to simplify your daily schedule as well.
In this episode today, we will talk about...
I want to give you a brief intro into what exactly time boxing Is.
So we will cover...
What Is time boxing
How It will help you simplify your schedule
Next Steps for You...
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Wednesday Apr 17, 2024
Wednesday Apr 17, 2024
Welcome back to the show my Friend!
Find yourself wishing that It was easier to get your family's morning routine done quickly? But the unpredictability of life with little kids makes It seem Impossible?
You never know what to expect when It comes to little kids. Your morning can be running smoothly and efficiently when suddenly the spilled breakfast delays you by 15 minutes.
Then suddenly you are feeling frustrated and rushed because you haven't made lunches for everyone yet today.
If we take some time the night before to prepare ourselves for the next day, we can help eliminate the chances of something happening that will throw us off course and delay our entire day.
In this episode today, we will talk about...
Whether we are leaving home or not...YES these are helfup things to do for us SAHM's as well.
Let's Implement some or all of these 5 tips I have to share with you today, to be proactive and prepared for each new day.
Next Steps for You...
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Wednesday Apr 10, 2024
Wednesday Apr 10, 2024
Welcome back to the show my Friend!
The Spring Cleaning 101 Series has come to a close. To conclude the series, I hosted a Spring Clean Reset Masterclass this past Monday.
In this episode today, we will talk about...
Today, I wanted to give you a peek behind the scenes into a clip from the Masterclass.
In Step 2 of the Masterclass, we talked about the importance of taking a look at the big picture of our complex lives as a whole. Before zooming in to tackle specific goals related to organizing our home, head or heart.
We have purposefully worked backward throughout the entire Spring Cleaning 101 Series, to show you how Important It Is to put proper focus on organizing / tidying up the various areas of our lives In the proper order.
Home Organization and Spring Cleaning our homes Is actually one of the LAST pieces of the Organized Motherhood puzzle....
What comes VERY FIRST Is organizing ourselves - which Is exactly what we talked about in the Spring Clean Reset Masterclass as we reviewed how the Mommin'3 Method™ Framework guides our organizational journey as busy moms.
Next Steps for You...
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Wednesday Apr 03, 2024
Wednesday Apr 03, 2024
Welcome back to the show my Friend!
This week marks part 5 and the FINAL episode of the Spring Cleaning 101 Mini-Series today!
Today, we want to get Into those Family Management Systems that could be getting a little dusty and faulty...
We've talked so far In the series about
Intro Episode - WHY we do not have to spring clean the traditional way If we don't want too - If spring cleaning Is somethig that causes extra stress for you each year. Along with additional tension on your already busy schedule. Then there Is a better and easier way (that I myself do) to stay on track with deep cleaning your home, without the time pressure.
Part 1 - WHAT actually Is this 'easier' way to spring clean and what are some of the benefits of deep cleaning this way. Rather than cramming It Into a 4-6 week period every spring and fall.
Part 2 -HOW to take my formula to determine how many rooms you should be cleaning In a month and what months to clean them In
Part 3 - HOW to ensure you are taking daily action towards getting those tasks done, using 4 simple steps
Part 4 - HOW to balance all those 'other' cleaning tasks that we still need to get done on a weekly basis. Never-ending laundry piles anyone?
In this episode today, we will talk about...
This final Episode will give you the task of doing some self reflection. Which Is an Important first step anytime we are looking to change how we do something.
Listen in to hear the 3 questions to ask yourself about your own family management systems, to help you determine If they could use a little love this Spring.
Wait...what even are 'Family Management Systems?' I have got you covered there as well.
We have purposefully worked backwards throughout this entire Spring Cleaning 101 Series, to show you how Important It Is to put proper focus on organizing / tidying up the various areas of our lives In the proper order.
Home Organization and Spring Cleaning our homes Is actually one of the LAST pieces of the Organized Motherhood puzzle....
What comes VERY FIRST Is organizing ourselves - which Is exactly what I am going to help you do on Monday April 8th, 2024.
Invite you to join me at the Spring Clean Reset Masterclass, where we will give your head a good reset In order to achieve more peaceful daily productivity In your personal organization
Next Steps for You...
Join me: Spring Clean Reset Masterclass
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Wednesday Mar 27, 2024
Wednesday Mar 27, 2024
Welcome back to the show my Friend!
This week marks part 4 of the Spring Cleaning 101 Mini-Series!
This episode Is for you If you have wondered at some point during this series... "What about everything else!?"
We've talked so far In the series about
Intro Episode - WHY we do not have to spring clean the traditional way If we don't want too - If spring cleaning Is somethig that causes extra stress for you each year. Along with additional tension on your already busy schedule. Then there Is a better and easier way (that I myself do) to stay on track with deep cleaning your home, without the time pressure.
Part 1 - WHAT actually Is this 'easier' way to spring clean and what are some of the benefits of deep cleaning this way. Rather than cramming It Into a 4-6 week period every spring and fall.
Part 2 -HOW to take my formula to determine how many rooms you should be cleaning In a month and what months to clean them In
Part 3 - HOW to ensure you are taking daily action towards getting those tasks done, using 4 simple steps
In this episode today, we will talk about...
Part 4 talks about HOW we will stay on top of our other recurring cleaning tasks that come up week after week.
WHILE still finding the time and energy to dig deep and get the 'spring cleaning' tasks done as well.
It Is possible to have a clear idea of what your weekly cleaning tasks are, and when you are going to get them done. As well as how to fit the deep cleaning sub-tasks into our busy schedules as well.
We've got 4 steps for you to listen to today. Let's finish crafting your Ideal spring cleaning routine so you can stay on top of these deep cleaning tasks!
To best take action In this episode, you are going to want to participate In the (easy) Spring Cleaning 101 Mini-Challenge.
No! It Is not too late to get Into the mini-challenge and enter the giveaway.
This is taking part both on the email list, and In the FB Community. Both of which you can join by clicking the links below!
In the Challenge you will get access to a FREE workbook that Is going to help you dive deeper, map out the formula for your own home/life, and have a gameplan for moving forwards.
Sound exciting!? Then let's dive In friend!
Next Steps for You...
Participate In the FREE Spring Cleaning 101 March Challenge that goes along with this Mini-Series. To do that, pick your preferred option below and I'll see you on the Inside very soon
Join the FB Community: https://www.bit.ly/mommin3community
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Wednesday Mar 20, 2024
Wednesday Mar 20, 2024
Welcome back to the show my Friend!
We are already at Part 3 of the Spring Cleaning 101 Mini-Series today!
I'm looking forward to getting tactical In this episode and going deeper into outlining the HOW behind taking action.
We've talked so far In the series about
Intro Episode - WHY we do not have to spring clean the traditional way If we don't want too - If spring cleaning Is somethig that causes extra stress for you each year. Along with additional tension on your already busy schedule. Then there Is a better and easier way (that I myself do) to stay on track with deep cleaning your home, without the time pressure.
Part 1 - WHAT actually Is this 'easier' way to spring clean and what are some of the benefits of deep cleaning this way. Rather than cramming It Into a 4-6 week period every spring and fall.
Part 2 -HOW to take my formula to determine how many rooms you should be cleaning In a month and what months to clean them In
In this episode today, we will talk about...
Part 3 of the series today Is going to take you deeper Into the HOW. Because without strategic, consistent action we will not see the results we are desiring.
Listen In to hear the 4 steps you can follow, to ensure you are set up for taking daily action on the goal of staying on top of your home deep cleaning to-do list. Say goodbye to that frantic, stressful spring cleaning.
Instead, take daily 15-30 minute action to see consistent progress towards a cleaner home overall.
In order to best take action In this episode, you are going to want too participate In the (easy) Spring Cleaning 101 Mini-Challenge.
This is taking part both on the email list, and In the FB Community. Both of which you can join by clicking the links below!
In the Challenge you will get access to a FREE workbook that Is going to help you dive deeper, map out the formula for your own home/life, and have a gameplan for moving forwards.
Sound exciting!? Then let's dive In friend!
Next Steps for You...
Participate In the FREE Spring Cleaning 101 March Challenge that goes along with this Mini-Series. To do that, pick your preferred option below and I'll see you on the Inside very soon
Join the FB Community: https://www.bit.ly/mommin3community
Become a M.O.M Insider: www.plantomom.com/mominsider
Wednesday Mar 13, 2024
Wednesday Mar 13, 2024
Welcome back to the show my Friend!
We are jumping Into Part 2 of the Spring Cleaning 101 Mini-Series today!
I'm looking forward to getting tactical In this episode and outlining the HOW behind taking action.
We've talked so far In the series about
Intro Episode - WHY we do not have to spring clean the traditional way If we don't want too - If spring cleaning Is somethig that causes extra stress for you each year. Along with additional tension on your already busy schedule. Then there Is a better and easier way (that I myself do) to stay on track with deep cleaning your home, without the time pressure.
Part 1 - WHAT actually Is this 'easier' way to spring clean and what are some of the benefits of deep cleaning this way. Rather than cramming It Into a 4-6 week period every spring and fall.
In this episode today, we will talk about...
Part 2 of the series today Is going to walk you through the HOW. Yes, we are at the taking action part.
In order to best take action In this episode, you are going to want too participate In the (easy) Spring Cleaning 101 Mini-Challenge.
This is taking part both on the email list, and In the FB Community. Both of which you can join by clicking the links below!
In the Challenge you will get access to a FREE workbook that Is going to help you dive deeper, map out the formula for your own home/life, and have a gameplan for moving forwards.
Sound exciting!? Then let's dive In friend!
Next Steps for You...
Participate In the FREE Spring Cleaning 101 March Challenge that goes along with this Mini-Series. To do that, pick your preferred option below and I'll see you on the Inside very soon
Join the FB Community: https://www.bit.ly/mommin3community
Become a M.O.M Insider: www.plantomom.com/mominsider
Wednesday Mar 06, 2024
Wednesday Mar 06, 2024
Welcome back to the show! Happy March!
Do you start off your spring cleaning tasks with energetic excitement? It feels so good to get some of those big cleaning jobs done and not have to worry about them again till fall.
Maybe you signed up for a few 6-week Spring Cleaning Challenges In the past, only to run out of time, energy, and motivation by week 3? Leaving your home kind of clean...mostly.
My friend, that was me too.
The self-imposed pressure of 'spring cleaning' my entire home every March and April was starting to weigh me down! The stress of It was TOO MUCH.
I mean...how are you supposed to clean your entire home In 6 weeks? Like REALLY clean It. While caring for the kids, getting healthy dinners on the table, keeping clean clothes on everyone's backs, appointments, pouring Into your relationships, and showing up at your job.
Our list of commitments to ourselves, our families, and our homes go on and on don't they?
THIS 👆🏻 Is exactly why I stopped 'Spring Cleaning,' started playing by my own rules, and am SO excited to bring you along on the journey with me.
In this episode today, we will talk about...
What IS the #1 easiest way to spring clean when you are a busy Mom?
PLUS 4 important reasons why this method I am teaching you, Is beneficial for you as a busy Mom who desires to be more organized, systematic, and consistent In your daily tasks.
Next Steps for You...
Participate In the FREE Spring Cleaning 101 March Challenge with this Mini-Series. To do that, pick your preferred option below and I'll see you on the Inside very soon
Join the FB Community: www.bit.ly/mommin3community
M.O.M Insider Email List: www.plantomom.com/mominsiders
Wednesday Feb 28, 2024
Wednesday Feb 28, 2024
Welcome back to the show my Friend!
As we near a new season, and the excitement that can bring. You can come on a journey with me to relearn what you know about spring cleaning.
In the month of March, you can enjoy a new episode each week all about Spring Cleaning.
However, this Isn't your typical spring cleaning talk!
I can't wait to present fresh perspectives and debunk long-held spring-cleaning misconceptions.
I will help you understand why intense spring cleaning is a choice, not a necessity.
Discover the flexibility and adaptability that accompanies my approach to Spring Cleaning.
Additionally, we will learn how Spring Cleaning can also be an opportunity to declutter your mind and realign with personal and household goals.
In this episode today, we will talk about...
As an Intro and primer for our mini-series on Spring Cleaning 101 - we will begin by touching on 5 things you should know about Spring Cleaning before we get started.
Especially as a busy mom with little time, you will want to hear all about It.
Next Steps for You...
There will be a mini-challenge accompanying this month's podcast series.
To take part in the (super easy) mini-challenge AND have a chance to win a prize at the end, you need to become a Master Organized Motherhood Insider and join us on the email list, in the FB community OR both 😀
1. Join the FB Community: https://www.bit.ly/mommin3community
2. Become a M.O.M Email List Insider: https://plantomom.com/mominsider/
3. Subscribe to the show and tune in next week for the new series!