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Simple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity109 | Memos in the Margins: Traditions & Hospitality (w/ Mathew Molina)Have you ever noticed how some of the best conversations happen in the in-between moments—like a late-night drive home with a car full of tired (but still wide awake) kids? In this Memos in the Margins episode, Mat and I hit record on just that kind of moment to share a candid look into our 4th of July traditions, family rhythms, and the unexpected lessons we’ve learned about true hospitality.
We’re chatting about the holiday plans we’ve built as a young family, the traditions I married into, and the legacy of Mat’s grandma—th...2025-07-0918 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity97 | April R.E.P.O.R.T.-Romanticizing Life, Screen Time Boundaries, & Coffee TraditionIt’s time for another REPORT episode—my monthly check-in where I share what I’ve been Reading, Eating, Playing, Obsessing, Recommending, and Treating. These episodes are such a fun way to reflect on the rhythms, routines, and simple joys that are shaping this season, and you guys have told me how much you love the peek behind the scenes!
In this month’s roundup, I’m sharing our new favorite weekday tradition, a few screen time shifts that have made a big difference in our home, and some simple ways I’m romanticizing everyday life. Whether you're cravi...2025-05-1531 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity96 | Memos in the Margins: Real Time Capacity CheckHave you ever said yes to something with the best intentions—only to realize later that your capacity just wasn’t there anymore? In this honest Memos in the Margins episode, I’m sharing a real-time behind-the-scenes moment where I had to make a decision to step back from something I had planned for. Between business and motherhood, my week filled up fast, and even though I technically had time, I didn’t have the mental or emotional margin to do it well.
If you’re a mom or business owner learning how to manage your time, balance yo...2025-05-1319 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity95 | Simplifying Budgeting as a Young Family: Paid Off Mortgage & 2 Airbnb’s by Age 25 w/ Patience AxmannDo you wish you could be more intentional with your money—but don’t know where to start as a busy mom and business owner? This episode is extra special because I’m joined by one of my real-life friends, Patience Axmann, for a conversation around one of the most requested topics: budgeting. And let me tell you, if there’s anyone who inspires me in this area, it’s Patience and her husband Nathan. From running multiple businesses with little ones underfoot to paying off their home by the age of 23 and buying two Airbnbs by 25—their story is incredibl...2025-05-0858 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity94 | Memos in the Margins: Are YOU Wearing This Badge?Do you ever feel weirdly proud of being the one who “does it all”? Or maybe a little guilty when you finally slow down? In today’s Memos in the Margins episode, we’re talking about the badge of busyness—what it looks like when hustle becomes your default, and how that might be keeping you stuck in a cycle of chronic overwhelm. I’m opening up about the moments I’ve fallen into this trap myself, what I’ve noticed in clients, and why it can be so hard to break free even when we know it’s not sustainable.2025-05-0625 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity93 | Why Time Management Isn’t Working for You (and What To Do Instead)Have you ever felt like if you just had a little more time, everything would finally fall into place? For so long, I thought the problem was that I just needed more time. But what I really needed? Rhythms.
In this episode, I’m sharing a raw, behind-the-scenes story from one of the most chaotic moments in my own motherhood and business journey—and the shift that changed everything for me. We’ll talk about what it really takes to move from survival mode to sustainable rhythms, so you can experience more peace, purpose and presenc...2025-05-0132 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity92 | Memos in the Margins: Productivity Pit StopsIn today’s Memos in the Margins episode, we’re talking about “productivity pit stops” and how to build them into your life. I’m sharing my experience with all-or-nothing productivity, rest cycles and how this has been sneaking into my life in a new way recently.
I’ll walk you through what I’m currently doing to change this mentality and the rest systems that have helped me steward work and rest well. If you’re tired of feeling like you have to “earn” rest, I pray this episode encourages you!
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Mention...2025-04-2915 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity91 | When Slowing Down Feels Impossible: Coping Skills for the High-Functioning, Exhausted Mom with Carly KirkIf you're constantly “on” and wondering why slowing down feels so hard, you are going to love this conversation. I’m joined by Carly Kirk, a licensed therapist, mom of (almost) three and co-owner of The Well Counseling Center in Katy, TX. Carly is passionate about helping others find hope and healing and she’s here to talk about something so many moms wrestle with: the inability to truly rest, even when things seem to be running smoothly on the outside.
In this episode, Carly is helping us unpack why high-functioning moms often find it hardest to slow dow...2025-04-241h 04Simple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity90 | Memos in the Margins: Hustle, Burnout, RepeatHave you ever felt like pushing through and just hustling harder is the only way to actually accomplish everything you have on your plate?!
In this episode, I’m diving into the burnout cycle I used to live in—the one where I’d go all in, burn out, retreat, and start all over again…again and again and again. I’m sharing how I’ve recently realized where this pattern kept showing up in both my business and motherhood, and we’re chatting all about what I did to finally get out of that continuous loop I was stuck in...2025-04-1816 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity89 | “We Started Saving $1,500+ a Month!”-How Simple Systems Transformed Her Days from Reactive to Proactive with Jill GarzaAre you juggling motherhood, business and home life ending the day overwhelmed and feeling like you got nothing done? In today’s episode, I’m bringing on one of my incredible students, Jill Garza—a fellow mom and entrepreneur who went from reactive and exhausted to calm, proactive and present in her days.
Jill shares how she and her husband went from spending nearly $2,000 a month on takeout just to survive to saving over $1,500 a month with simple systems that actually work. We dive into the rhythms that helped her finally get on top of laundry, create margin...2025-04-1744 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity88 | 3 Must-Have Rhythms for Entrepreneur Moms Who Know What to Do (But Can’t Seem to Do It)Ever feel like no matter how much you get done, it’s never enough? Like you’re checking off boxes all day long but still ending the day exhausted and behind? As moms balancing business, home, and everything in between, it’s so easy to believe the lie that we should always be doing more. And when we can't keep up, we start to question if something is wrong with us.
In this episode, we’re CELEBRATING the podcast officially being in the world for ONE WHOLE YEAR (can you even believe that?!) and I’m sharing 2 huge annou...2025-04-1537 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity87 | “I Should Already Know This” (And Other Lies Keeping You Stuck in Overwhelm)Ever catch yourself wondering WHY does it feel like I’m always behind on business, home and everything in between? I should know how to do this by now. As moms, we feel the constant pressure to “do it all” without dropping a single ball. If you’ve been quietly carrying the weight of overwhelm, feeling behind, or wondering why everyone else seems to have it figured out, you’re not alone, my friend.
In this episode, I’m calling out one of the most common lies that keep moms stuck in burnout and comparison. I’ll walk you throu...2025-04-1028 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity86 | Memos in the Margins: The ONE Ingredient You Need for True Lasting Change (+ Baby Squirrels Guesting?!)Welcome, friend, to another Memos in the Margins episode where we’re talking about the one ingredient that actually leads to real, lasting change—especially in the thick of motherhood. If you’ve ever found yourself snapping at your kids, running on empty, and unsure how to shift into a version of motherhood that actually feels life-giving, this episode will speak right to that. We’re digging into what it really takes to move from survival mode to a season of balance as a wife, mom and business owner.
You’ll also hear a real-life moment that unfolded m...2025-04-0818 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity85 | March R.E.P.O.R.T.-This Is HUGELY Blessing Our Marriage Currently, Starbucks Recipe Dupe, & Rest HacksHave you ever found something so simple yet so life-giving that you can’t stop talking about it? That’s exactly what my monthly R.E.P.O.R.T. episodes are all about! I’m sharing what I’ve been reading, eating, playing, obsessing over, recommending and treating myself to lately. If you love hearing how other moms are embracing joy in this season, you’re going to love this episode!
In this month's episode, I’m sharing something that has been HUGELY blessing our marriage, a Starbucks coffee recipe dupe I’ve been making on repeat and a...2025-04-0433 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity84 | Memos in the Margins: How We Do BirthdaysBirthdays used to feel like a marathon in our house with so much excitement, planning, and honestly, so much overwhelm. In the early years of motherhood, I found myself going all out, trying to make birthdays as magical as possible, only to end up completely drained by the time it was all over. With multiple kids, it started feeling like birthday celebrations stretched on for weeks and I knew something had to change.
In today’s Memos in the Margins episode, I’m sharing how we’ve created a birthday rhythm that keeps the magic without t...2025-04-0120 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity83 | How to Naturally Fit Homeschooling Into Your Daily Rhythms w/ Lyndsey Mimnagh of Treehouse SchoolhouseHave you ever wondered how to make homeschooling feel less overwhelming and more like a natural part of your daily life? Today, I’m chatting with Lyndsey Mimnagh of Treehouse Schoolhouse, a homeschool mom of four who has built a beautiful rhythm of learning in her home. With a background in children’s ministry and special needs education, Lyndsey brings so much wisdom to this conversation, sharing how she balances homeschooling with running a thriving business.
In this episode, we’re diving into what homeschooling looks like in real life—how to structure your days without feeling restrict...2025-03-2755 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity82 | Memos in the Margins: Are You Asking for What You Want?Sometimes the lessons we need most come in the middle of everyday motherhood—like managing a toddler meltdown over a stuffed animal. In this episode, I’m reflecting on the unexpected ways life has been teaching, stretching, and refining me in this season of motherhood.
We’re also talking about the fact that you’ll never get what you want if you don’t ask for it. It doesn’t mean you’ll always get a yes, but not asking at all guarantees a no. This simple truth had me reflecting on where I’ve been holding back—especially...2025-03-2514 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity81 | How to Build More Structure In Your Days (Without Feeling RESTRICTED)Does adding more structure to your days feel like it would just add more stress? Maybe you love the idea of routines but worry that scheduling everything will leave you feeling stuck or overwhelmed. As a mom, some days just don’t go as planned, and the idea of sticking to a set schedule can feel impossible. But what if I told you that having structure actually gives you more freedom?
In today’s episode, inspired by a listener’s question, I’m sharing how to create flexible structure in your days so you can keep your home and...2025-03-2031 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity80 | Memos in the Margins: Will You Hold Me To It?!In today’s Memos in the Margins episode, I’m sharing a simple habit I DON’T do daily—but really need to—and why I’m finally making it a priority (with a little help from you for accountability!). Plus, a late-night Walmart run that reminded me how small routines can make a big difference in mom life.
I’m also talking about a simple yet powerful tool I turn to whenever my mind starts spiraling with all the endless to-dos. This strategy helps me reset, refocus, and avoid getting stuck in overwhelm, which I know so many of us...2025-03-1813 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity79 | How On Earth To Fit In Decluttering On Top of Everything Else as Busy Moms w/ Emily McDermottYou know that task on your to-do list that keeps getting pushed off, even though you know it would simplify your life in the long run? Decluttering can often feel like a never-ending task that is always lurking in the background. Finding time to clear the clutter when you’re already juggling kids, home and maybe even a business can feel impossible. That’s why I’m so excited to have Emily McDermott on the show today!
Emily is a wife, mom of two boys and the host of Moms Overcoming Overwhelm, where she helps moms simplify their...2025-03-1445 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity78 | Memos in the Margins-3 Flower Girls Under 2 & Building Your Village (w/ Mathew Molina)In today’s Memo in the Margins episode, my husband Mat joins me as we unpack why we were out at 10 PM with all three kids (not our norm!) and recap a whirlwind weekend of family, chaos, and the cutest little flower girls.
We’re also diving into the “it takes a village” conversation—how we’ve built a strong support system over the last five years of parenting, why community matters so much, and how you can create it even without family nearby. If you’ve ever longed for deeper connections or just want the behind-the-scenes of our wild we...2025-03-1115 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity77 | Simple Gardening Rhythms to Connect with Your KidsHave you ever dreamed of having a garden but felt overwhelmed by where to start—especially with kids in the mix? As a mom, adding one more thing to the daily chaos can feel like too much, but gardening doesn’t have to be complicated!
In today’s episode, I’m getting into the weeds of how I homestead and the simple rhythms I follow every spring to set up our garden for success. But the biggest hesitation I hear? “I just don’t have the time.” Or, “Maybe in the future when life slows down.” I get it! That’s exac...2025-03-0637 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity76 | Memos in the Margins: Pivoting with Sick Kids & Weekend BatchingEver had a day where you wake up with big plans only to have them completely derailed by a sick kiddo? In today’s Memos in the Margins episode, we’re talking about those inevitable moments when sickness hits the house and everything has to pivot. As moms we know the drill—plans shift, to-do lists get tossed aside, and we have to lean into our resilience. But instead of feeling frustrated, what if we leaned into the joy of being the one our kids need most?
We’re also sharing our approach to tackling weekend tasks and findi...2025-03-0417 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity75 | February R.E.P.O.R.T.-My DIY Iced Coffee Obsession, Evening Routine, & Taking Time OFF As EntrepreneursNeed some inspiration for your month? If so, you’re in for a treat because it’s time for another monthly R.E.P.O.R.T! If you’re new here, R.E.P.O.R.T stands for Reading, Eating, Playing, Obsessing, Recommending, and Treating—basically, a fun way to recap what’s been bringing joy, ease, and a little extra fun into my days.
In this month’s episode, I’m sharing my current book stack, the changes I’m making to balance work life and how I’m making intentional space for rest as an entrepreneur...2025-02-2734 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity74 | Memos in the Margins: Snow Days & Girls’ NightsDo you ever feel a little stir-crazy when you're stuck inside for too long? As a SAHM, it’s easy to feel overstimulated and stuck on repeat. In today’s voice-memo style episode, I'm sharing how we survived 72 straight hours at home during a snowstorm and one of my biggest sanity savers as a mom—including how we reset when our hearts and minds need a shift.
We’re also talking about the importance of making time for yourself. Whether it’s grabbing coffee with a friend or planning a much-needed girls’ night, getting out without the k...2025-02-2513 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity73 | Simplifying the Early Years: How to Bring More Peace Into Your Motherhood with Jennifer PepitoAre you feeling overwhelmed by the early years of motherhood, wondering if you're focusing on the right things? If you’ve ever felt the pressure to do it all but long for a simpler, more peaceful approach, this episode is for you. Today, I’m chatting with Jennifer Pepito, author, founder of The Peaceful Press and host of the Restoration Home Podcast about how to bring more peace and intentionality into your motherhood journey.
Jennifer shares powerful wisdom on how to align your priorities with what truly matters—starting with what you want your children to remember about t...2025-02-2042 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity72 | Memos in the Margins: Celebrating & “Marking” the JourneyDo you ever feel like you’re always chasing the next goal constantly thinking, I’ll be happy when… instead of enjoying where you are right now? In today’s episode, we’re diving into the importance of marking the journey, not just the destination. I’m sharing a conversation I had with my husband this weekend that completely shifted my perspective on celebrating progress, even when things don’t go as planned (including a little birthday mishap!).
This episode is part of a more casual, voice memo-style series where I bring you behind the scenes into the real, mess...2025-02-1817 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity71 | January R.E.P.O.R.T.-How I DOUBLED My Monthly Reading, My Not-So-Healthy Guilty Pleasure, & Current Faves!Do you love hearing what other moms are loving, learning, and obsessing over each month? If so, you’re in for a treat! It’s time for the January installment of our monthly R.E.P.O.R.T. episodes—a listener favorite and one of my faves to record! If you’re new here, R.E.P.O.R.T. stands for Reading, Eating, Playing, Obsessing, Recommending, and Treating, and it’s my way of sharing everything I’ve been into lately, from books I couldn’t put down to little habits and rhythms that are making life easier (or jus...2025-02-1341 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity70 | Memos in the Margins: Getting in the Room & Travel DiariesHave you ever wondered how other moms manage to step away for a few days without everything falling apart at home? Whether it’s for a much-needed break, a work event, or something just for you, the idea of leaving can feel overwhelming. In this episode, I’m bringing you along for a more casual, behind-the-scenes look at my recent trip—my first time leaving my kids in five years—and what I learned along the way.
I’m breaking down exactly how I made this trip possible, the travel tips that kept things running smoothly at home, and...2025-02-1119 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity69 | 3 Limiting Beliefs That Are DECREASING Your Consistency with Routines at HomeDo you ever feel like the only consistent thing about your routines is the inconsistency? If you’ve struggled to stay consistent with your daily rhythms at home, you’re not alone. So often, we blame our lack of routines on not having enough time. But what if the real issue isn’t time at all? Today, we’re unpacking 3 limiting beliefs that might be holding you back from creating routines that actually stick.
In this episode, I’m sharing 3 of the hidden mindset blocks that sabotage your momentum before you even get started. These sneaky negative thought pa...2025-01-2829 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity68 | How to Use Journaling to Get Out of Survival Mode as a Busy Mom with Carla ReevesHave you ever noticed how many thoughts and feelings and emotions we tend to hold inside of our minds CONSTANTLY as moms managing a lot? In today’s episode, I am bringing on Carla Reeves as a guest to talk about how to use journaling to get out of survival mode as a busy mom. Carla shares with us some helpful exercises and what it can practically look like to start to work through so many issues in life and motherhood using journaling as a tool. She also shares some much-needed wisdom as a wife and mom of 2 grown so...2025-01-2346 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity67 | Live Coaching: Creating a Weekly Grocery Planning System + How to Get Back on Track When You Fall “Behind”Ever wondered what it would be like to have someone in your corner to help you simplify mom life? In today's episode, I’m so excited to give you an exclusive behind-the-scenes look inside my group coaching program, Simple Rhythms for Busy Moms. You’ll get to sit in on a real coaching call where I help one mom get unstuck and identify her top priority for her family and home—turning her overwhelm into a clear, actionable plan. We also chat about a challenge all of us face: how to get back on track when things don’t go accor...2025-01-1534 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity66 | How to Increase Consistency in Your Routines While Balancing the UN-Predictability of Mom LifeDo you ever feel like your routines are constantly derailed by the unpredictability of mom life? One minute you're on top of things, and the next, your child refuses to nap or gets sick, and everything goes out the window. If you find yourself struggling to be consistent with your routines and wondering if consistent rhythms are even a reality in this season of life, this episode is for you!
In today’s episode, we’re diving into one of the biggest struggles I hear from moms: how to show up consistently in your many roles as a mo...2025-01-1336 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity65 | Feeling Like a Zombie By the End of the Day?! How to Have More Energy as an Exhausted MomDo you ever feel like you’re just surviving the day, counting down the hours until bedtime—only to fall into bed completely drained and wondering how you’re supposed to do it all again tomorrow? So many moms think their biggest struggle is not having enough time, but more often than not, the real issue is not having enough energy.
In this episode, we’re uncovering the sneaky habits that might be wearing you down and simple, practical tips on how to get your energy back as a busy SAHM. If you’re ready to feel more energiz...2025-01-0926 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity64 | The #1 Reason You’ve Never Stuck to Routines as a SAHM BeforeHave you ever created the perfect routine only to watch it fall apart after a few days? Maybe you mapped out a color-coded daily schedule, set up chore charts, or tried to follow a cleaning routine—but no matter what you did, nothing seemed to stick. If you’ve ever felt frustrated, overwhelmed, or convinced that routines just don’t work for you, this episode is for you.
In today’s episode, we’re diving into the #1 reason routines haven’t worked for you before as a busy SAHM—and, more importantly, what you can do to finally make t...2025-01-0724 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity63 | Do Your Routines Go Haywire When Things Don’t Go According to Plan?! Do THIS instead in 2025.Have you ever felt like you can piece your routines together enough to make it at least sort of work in everyday life, but then sickness happens or an unexpected trip or family coming in town and suddenly, it feels like all of the routines you had are totally thrown out the window completely?!
In today’s episode, we are talking all about what to do when your plans go absolutely haywire and everything gets thrown out of whack. I’m sharing the secret for how to get back in rhythm as a stay at home...2025-01-0324 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity62 | How to Revamp Your Wardrobe as a Busy Mom (without Breaking the Bank!) with Heather RiggsAre you tired of wearing the same handful of outfits that just don’t feel like you anymore? Maybe your wardrobe has taken a backseat since becoming a mom, and you’re tired of feeling like you have nothing to wear—but the thought of starting over feels overwhelming (and expensive). If that sounds familiar, you’re going to love today’s episode!
I’m joined by my friend Heather Riggs, Certified Image Consultant and host of Her Style Podcast, to talk all about how to revamp your wardrobe as a busy mom—without breaking the bank. Heather has ov...2024-12-3142 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity61 | December R.E.P.O.R.T.-Tiniest NEW Addition to the Family, Books I’m Reading, and Recipes I Keep RepeatingIt’s our favorite time of the month—our R.E.P.O.R.T. episode! I keep hearing from you that these are some of your favorites (and they’re mine, too!).
In this episode, we’re recapping December, and I’m sharing a few surprising books I read this month, the game my family can’t stop playing together, and a tiny new addition to our family that we’re all obsessed with. If you love hearing what other moms are loving, learning, and figuring out in real time, this one’s for you!
I pray this ep...2024-12-2645 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity60 | SIMPLIFYING THE SEASON SERIES: A (Timely) Holiday Pep TalkAre you stuck in checklist mode, counting down tasks instead of soaking up the season? In this final episode of the Simplifying the Season series, we’re diving into a much-needed holiday pep talk to help you refocus in the final days before Christmas. If your to-do list feels never-ending and you’re stuck in cross off the list and check it twice kind of energy, this episode is here to remind you of what truly matters.
Together, we’ll explore how to let go of perfection and embrace the simplicity and joy that the season was meant t...2024-12-2316 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity59 | SIMPLIFYING THE SEASON SERIES: Holiday Meal Planning Made Easy: Stress-Free Strategies for Busy MomsDoes the thought of holiday meal prep leave you feeling more frazzled than festive? In this episode, we’re diving into all things holiday meal planning. From simplifying the prep to reducing stress, I’m sharing practical, actionable strategies to help you stay ahead of the chaos and actually enjoy the process of creating meals and treats this season.
Whether you’re cooking for a crowd, bringing a dish to a party, or just trying to keep weeknight dinners manageable, this episode is packed with tips to help you stay ahead of the holiday madness. You’ll walk awa...2024-12-1930 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity58 | SIMPLIFYING THE SEASON SERIES: Tidy Holiday Homes + Simple Systems to Keep the House (Mostly) CleanHave you ever felt like the chaos of the holidays makes it impossible to stay on top of the house? Then friend, this one’s for you! The holidays are here, and with them come the influx of Amazon deliveries, gift wrapping, family visits, and a packed calendar! It’s no wonder keeping your home tidy during this season can feel like an uphill battle. But what if there was a way to manage it all without throwing your rhythms and routines completely out the window?
In this episode, we’re diving into practical and SIMPLE strategies to kee...2024-12-1729 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity57 | SIMPLIFYING THE SEASON SERIES: 6 SIMPLE Ways to Embrace the Christmas Magic With Your Kids (Without Killing Yourself Trying To Do It!)Have you ever had the BEST intentions of creating magical Christmas traditions with your kids—slow moments by the fire with hot cocoa, soaking up all the magic—but instead find yourself rushing around feeling more like the Grinch? Between events, holiday lights, cookie baking and keeping a tight schedule to fit it all in, those cozy, slow moments seem impossible.
In today’s episode, I’m sharing 6 simple ways to embrace the Christmas magic with your kids without packing more on your calendar (or yourself). We’ll talk about how to simplify your traditions, carve out margin for...2024-12-1238 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity56 | SIMPLIFYING THE SEASON SERIES: Holiday TO DON’T ListDo the holidays feel like a whirlwind of to-do lists, events, and endless obligations, leaving you more overwhelmed than joyful? What if, instead of adding more to your plate, you intentionally let go of certain things to create space for what truly matters?
In this episode, I’m sharing my favorite rhythm to simplify the season—my Holiday To-Don’t List. A simple, yet revolutionary way to cut the clutter and focus on what truly matters. I’ll share what a To-Don’t List is, how it helps you say no to the things that drain you so you can...2024-12-1042 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity55 | Finding Balance in Work and Motherhood with Rachel Allene HeckmannHi, friend!
Have you ever wondered how other moms balance the demands of work and motherhood? In this episode, we dig into what it takes to manage both without losing sight of what matters most.
Today, we’re joined by Rachel Allene Heckmann, a creative entrepreneur, mom of 3, and the heart behind The Rachel Allene Shop. Rachel is giving us a peek behind the curtain in what it actually looks like to balance life, work, and family. She’s refreshingly honest, encouraging, and full of practical wisdom for moms, entrepreneurs, and anyone striving to balance it a...2024-12-0550 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity54 | SIMPLIFYING THE SEASON SERIES: 5 Ways to SLOW DOWN in the Busiest Time of the YearHi, friend!
We are starting a brand new holiday series called Simplifying the Season today and I am SO excited!
This episode is all about making room for rest-I’m sharing 5 ways to slow down during a season that feels almost impossible to practically make that happen. How to create moments of peace and connection and slow moments with your family, amidst all the hustle and bustle of the holiday season (and just trying to keep everyone fed and happy like every other day!). This is going to be such a fun series and I’m so...2024-12-0329 min
Simple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, ProductivityWELCOME TO SIMPLIFYING THE SEASON: TrailerHi, friend!
I’m so excited to share something so special with you guys this Christmas season! We are launching our first ever mini-series on the Simple Rhythms for Busy Moms podcast called Simplifying the Season.
Are you starting to feel a little overwhelmed with all the holiday to-do’s and extra events to add to the calendar on top of an already full plate?
Have you ever felt frustrated that the stress and constant hustle of this time of year is not at all what you had hoped for this season to look...2024-11-2904 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity53 | November R.E.P.O.R.T.-My New Obsession, FAVE Coffee Addition, and Habits that I’ve Been Slacking InHi, friend!
Today’s episode is one of my favorite episodes that we do every month and you guys have told me it is one of your favorites as well!
It is my monthly R.E.P.O.R.T. episode (which is an acronym) and in this episode to recap November, I’m sharing a book that is absolutely changing my life that I read in less than one day, a new rhythms hack that I am OBSESSED with for my kids, and some habits that my husband and I are trying to implement in ou...2024-11-2840 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity52 | Take the Girls’ Trip! What I Learned From My First Trip Sans Kids in 5 Years.Hi, friend!
Have you ever wondered if taking a trip without kids is even possible in a season of little kids? Have you ever been jealous of other moms getting weekends away, but not sure how to make it happen yourself?
In today’s episode, we’re going to talk about girls’ trips and getting away occasionally without kids. Is it worth it, how to make it possible with young kids, and what I personally learned on my first trip sans kids for the first time in FIVE years. This is going to be such a fun...2024-11-2622 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity51 | “I feel productive before the day even starts!” + Systems to Make A Very Busy Schedule So Much More Manageable with Megan SantosHi, friend!
Are you tired of constantly feeling behind and overwhelmed trying to do it all, but feeling like you’re getting NOWHERE? Are you exhausted trying to balance mom life, business, and somehow keep up on your home all at the same time?
In today’s episode, I’m bringing on one of my amazing students, Megan Santos. She recently graduated the course and she is coming on the show to tell us all about her experience, why she joined the course, what it’s really like on the inside, what wins she’s experience...2024-11-2144 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity50 | 50th Episode CELEBRATION + Is “Balance” as a Busy SAHM Even POSSIBLE?!Hi, friend!
Have you ever wondered if “balance” is actually even possible as a busy mom with so many constant spinning plates?! Does balance actually exist, is it even attainable at all? If you have also wondered this-this is the episode for you!
In today’s episode, we are CELEBRATING! This is officially our 50th episode of the Simple Rhythms for Busy Moms podcast, which is WILD, so I am going to be sharing some fun never before shared behind-the-scenes about the podcast, some of our very favorite listener episodes, anddd what is a celebration withou...2024-11-1950 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity49 | Holiday Expectations: Getting on the Same Page with Your Spouse FEATURING Mathew MolinaHi, friend!
Have you ever had a holiday season where you honestly feel like you are having MORE conflict and disagreements in your marriage during what is supposed to be the “happiest time of the year” than the rest of the year entirely? Or feeling so frustrated that the stress and constant hustle is not at all what you had hoped for this season to look like for your family, but it also just feels like it keeps repeating year after year?
In today’s episode, I am having my husband join me for this conver...2024-11-1543 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity48 | Needing More Consistency for Your Kids? How to Set Up Flexible Daily Routines for More StructureHi, friend!
Have you ever felt like your schedule was all over the place and the most consistent thing in your days was actually the LACK of consistency?
I have totally been there (and actually still, no two days are exactly alike), but having a rhythm and flow to our days is a non-negotiable for us now that I’ve learned what I have and seen the difference it has made in not only my life, but my kids and husband as well. In today’s episode, we’re going to be talking specifically about WHY ro...2024-11-1224 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity47 | NO Social Media as a Business Owner: 3 Month UpdateHi, friend!
Several months ago, I made a very difficult decision to leave social media. Which I’m sure you can imagine is very scary as a business owner who has built my previous 2 businesses primarily on social media.
In today’s episode, I’m going to give you a 3 month update on how things are going, if I regret my decision to leave social media, some of the behind the scenes stats in my business (we’re getting personal up in here!) and answering some of the questions that I’ve gotten around this topic. If...2024-11-0934 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity46 | Healthy Habits to Still Prioritize YOUR Health While At Home with Kids with Kelsey WickenhauserHi, friend!
Have you ever felt like you don’t have time to prioritize fitness now that you’re a mom? Or maybe you really want health to be a big focus in your life, but are having a hard time fitting it in with so many other responsibilities to juggle with mom life, work, and all the other roles we play as busy moms.
In today’s episode, I am bringing on Kelsey Wickenhauser and we are talking all about healthy habits to still prioritize YOUR health while at home with kids. Kelsey is a Phys...2024-11-0726 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity45 | My October R.E.P.O.R.T.-Books I Can’t Put Down, Go-To Fall Recipe, Fave Habits Giving Me LIFE, and More!Hi, friend!
Today’s episode is something new and really fun that I’m excited to share with you. I started doing a monthly R.E.P.O.R.T. on the podcast last month and you guys loved it so much, that we’re going to make this a monthly thing!
In today’s episode, I’m sharing some of my favorite books that I haven’t been able to put down lately, my go-to fall recipe that I’ve been taking to fall gatherings on repeat, and a few favorite habits that are giving me LIFE...2024-11-0628 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity44 | How to Find Time Alone As a Stay At Home Mom, Even If You're With Your Kids 24/7Hi, friend!
Have you ever desperately wanted just a few minutes to yourself, but struggled to fit it in with all the demands of busy mom life and kids that need you seemingly 24/7?
Feeling overwhelmed or even hitting a place of burnout in motherhood unfortunately is a lot more common than we think and one of the #1 things I hear from moms is just wanting to find more time to relax and unwind each day. This can honestly feel almost IMPOSSIBLE in a season of little kids and lots of responsibilities and in today’s ep...2024-10-3120 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity43 | What Does Self Care as a Busy Mom ACTUALLY Look Like?Hi, friend!
If you could have a routine that helped you prioritize yourself every day even as a busy mom trying to balance it all, is that something you would want?
In today’s episode, we’re diving into self care, what this practically looks like, and how to prioritize your mental health as a mom who scarcely gets 3 minutes to even pee in peace (#momlife). I pray this episode is encouraging for you! Enjoy!
Hugs!
-KyAnn
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Have you ever felt like you don’t even recognize the person you are now that you are a mom? You knew that new mom life would be full of really big high’s and also really hard challenges, but even though you prepared as much as you could, you’re still asking yourself is it really supposed to be THIS hard?
Maybe mom life isn’t what you expected, maybe balancing it all is making you feel a little crazy, or you just don’t know how to actually take care of yourself a...2024-10-241h 04Simple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity41 | Feeling Disorganized? Try This 10-Minute Daily Reset Routine!Hi, friend!
Are you tired of seeing clutter everywhere and really just want to figure out how to make keeping a tidy home SIMPLE again? In today’s episode, I am sharing my 10 minute daily reset routine to make tidying up EASY and attainable as a busy mom.
Have you ever thought about the tasks that you procrastinate the most? If you really think about it, is it always tasks that you HATE doing or that take hours and hours and hours to complete? Or if you get really honest, do the tasks you procrastinate th...2024-10-1817 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity40 | Our Daily Schedule with 3 Kids 4 & Under (Balancing Homeschooling, Working from Home, and Homesteading)Hi, friend!
I get a lot of questions on what do your days practically look like as a stay at home mom that is also a work from home mom? How do you schedule your days? What does balance look like to you in this season? This is something I walk through in-depth on how I schedule my days, how I originally decided the best way to schedule my days for success, all of that, but today, I want to give you a peek behind the curtain and just give you an overview of how we are...2024-10-1728 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity39 | Tired of Screens Babysitting Your Kids? Try These 3 Quick Activities (5 Minutes or Less to Set Up!)Hi, friend!
Today, we’re going to talk about something I’ve been getting a lot of messages about recently. And that is feeling like you are tired of using screens to babysit or entertain your kids just so you can get anything done. Do you ever feel like you really prefer to not use screens a ton and you know you’d rather have your kids playing by themselves, but also, it seems like that is the only way you can get anything done?! I’ve totally been there and this episode is for you!
In to...2024-10-1219 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity38 | Feeling Overstimulated in Motherhood? 5 Steps to Calm Your Nervous System & Break Free of Overwhelm with Rachel Skinner FernandezHi, friend!
Have you ever felt like something was wrong with you for constantly feeling SO overstimulated and overwhelmed in motherhood, when you’ve dreamed of motherhood for so long? Or do you wonder why keeping up on all the things is simply EXHAUSTING and you’re constantly one tiny step away from just losing it completely, trying to keep all the balls you’re juggling in the air?
There is an actual PHYSICAL component to overwhelm, overstimulation, even mom rage and I’m so excited to bring my dear friend Rachel Skinner Fernandez onto the show...2024-10-0851 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity37 | My September R.E.P.O.R.T.-What I’m Reading, Fave Habits for FUN, 1 Minute Go-To Snack, and More!Hi, friend!
Today’s episode is something new and really fun that I’m excited to share with you. I was so inspired by my friend Kate Scholtes sharing her monthly R.E.P.O.R.T. on her podcast that I am taking her inspiration and doing the same!
In today’s episode, I’m sharing some of my favorite books lately, my go-to snack that takes 1 minute or less that I’m having on repeat, and a few favorite habits that are helping me rest, unplug, and truly just have FUN more in my daily l...2024-10-0531 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity35 | 3 Ways to Prioritize Friendship as a Young MomHi, friend!
In today’s episode, I’m talking all about friendship and how to find and keep strong friendships in the midst of busy mom life. I’ve heard so many times from moms that the little years especially were some of the loneliest times of their life, which I think is so sad because I truly believe that often, this is the time we need the support, community, and life-giving friendships (and maybe just conversation with actual humans other than our toddlers) the MOST.
I’m going to share what I’ve learned over the y...2024-09-2627 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, ProductivityWANT FREE ACCESS TO MY COURSE?! Time Sensitive!Hi, friend!
It's not too late! We have EXTENDED all the sale and challenge BONUSES through THIS Tuesday, September 24th! We had a VERY generous anonymous donor come forward wanting to sponsor THREE scholarships to my course. God is moving and I know there are 3 specific women God has in mind that need this scholarship and need this course! If you have been waiting and on the fence, it is YOUR TIME, friend! Anyone who has already jumped in this week + any new course students by this Tuesday will be entered to win a scholarship! Listen for...2024-09-2305 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, ProductivityToday is the DAY. $250+ in BONUSES Going…Going…Hi, friend!
It’s not too late! TODAY is the day to make the decision to take the next step in getting out of the chronic overwhelm and survival mode and stepping INTO finding consistent routines in your home that reflect your priorities. Let me help you finally find consistency in your daily routines and home systems for more time with your family. This is SO possible for you and it’s time to take a step of faith, say yes, and get all of the incredible deals and bonuses that come from my Stop the Overwhelm in M...2024-09-1916 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity34 | “I’m so much more PRESENT with my kids!” + Systems to Make Navigating a HARD Season So Much Easier with Jessica Tung ThomasHi, friend!
Are you tired of constantly feeling behind and overwhelmed trying to do it all, but feeling like you’re getting NOWHERE? Are you exhausted trying to balance mom life, business, and somehow keep up on your home all at the same time?
In today’s episode, I’m bringing on one of my amazing students, Jessica Tung Thomas. She recently graduated the course and she is coming on the show to tell us all about her experience, why she joined the course, what it’s really like on the inside, what wins she’s experien...2024-09-1740 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity33 | Always Choosing Work Over Your Family?! 2 Things to Let Go to Truly Prioritize Family FIRSTHi, friend!
In today’s episode, we are broaching the subject of work-life balance. I have shared pieces of my story of falling into workaholic tendencies and unintentionally prioritizing work over pretty much everything else in my life. Let me tell you, it was NOT a pretty season of my life.
Today, we’re going to talk all about 2 practical things you need to let go of to truly prioritize family FIRST as a work from home mom. You have a desire to have a business or work in some way, but you also know you w...2024-09-1324 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity32 | Are You Procrastinating On Purpose?! 3 Excuses You’re Making On Why You Can’t Stick to RoutinesHi, friend!
Do you hate procrastinating? Does it drive you absolutely crazy to have an endless to do list, but then end every day just continually pushing the same items over to the next day again and again on repeat?! In today’s episode, we’re going to get to the root of the excuses that are causing the procrastination that is driving you NUTS in your life…and 3 truths to help you break through those lies and finally find consistency in your daily routines.
Sometimes, hearing someone else talk through the specific things that you ha...2024-09-1026 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity31 | No Time to Set Up the Routine?! Do THIS.Hi, friend!
In today’s episode, I’m talking specifically about what to do if you know you need more consistency in your days, you want to reset your routines and habits to help you feel less overwhelmed trying to manage it all, you feel ALL OVER THE PLACE 24/7 and you know something has to change…but you just don’t have the time. What do you do when you know something needs to change, but you don’t have the time to set up the routine, you definitely don’t have the time to tweak and test and sta...2024-09-0429 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity30 | I’m Leaving Social Media FOR GOOD! Can I Have a Successful Business WITHOUT Social Media?! (VERY RAW!)Hi, friend!
Have you ever felt like just walking away from social media FOR GOOD?! Well, I’m doing exactly that in a world where this is VERY anti-cultural. I’m getting really personal in this episode with behind the scenes stories I’ve NEVER shared online, vulnerable truths about WHY I’m doing this, and what this means for my business moving forward.
I am usually very careful about sharing big pivotal events or moments in my personal life (or even my business life) not in real time, not in the current moment, but once I h...2024-08-2949 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity29 | The #1 Thing Stealing Your Productivity As a Work From Home MomHi, friend!
Do you ever feel like you get to the end of the day, crawl into bed, and wonder what you even accomplished at all?! You know you weren’t just laying around, but also feel like you were just constantly “hot potato-ing” from one task to the next, without fully ever finishing a single one. (I FEEL THIS and have so been there!)
In today’s episode, I’m going to be sharing the NUMBER ONE thing that is STEALING from your productivity as a work from home mom. Balancing raising kids, faith, running ou...2024-08-2722 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity28 | 3 Ways to Say No So You Can Have More Time With Your KidsHi, friend!
Do you feel like your schedule is just TOO full? Does it feel like you never have the time to actually slow down and spend time with your kids like you really want to?
In today’s episode, it’s time to get real. We ALL want more time in the day, we all feel like we never have enough time to really balance all of our roles well. And one thing that I keep seeing come up again and again is you’re feeling like you just don’t have enough time in the d...2024-08-2128 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity27 | Always Choosing the Next Thing To Do Over Your Kids?! THIS Time Management Hack Will Help.Hi, friend!
Do you really want to carve out more time with your kids? Are your kids your absolute TOP priority, but you also struggle with getting caught up in all the things that practically need to get done each day?
In today’s episode, I’m sharing with you a time management hack that I’ve been using in my life recently that has really been helping to make sure I’m building in the time to focus on my kids the way I really want to, without just getting distracted constantly by all the thin...2024-08-1528 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity26 | The TRUTH About Why You Never Stick to Routines. 3 Consistency Secrets You NEED.Hi, friend!
Today’s episode is for the mom listening that has tried routines in the past, you’ve tried all the things-super specific routine charts outlined down to the minute, sleep routines, chore charts to get things done around the house, all of it. And no matter what it is, you just CANNOT stick to it for longer than a couple days max before giving up entirely.
You want more organization in your life, you want to know what to expect each day (for both you AND your kids), and you want systems to help...2024-08-0727 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity25 | My UNFILTERED Social Media Journey as a Small Business Owner of 10+ YearsHi, friend!
Is it even possible to run a business without social media?! You know you want to be on your phone less, but you can never find boundaries that actually work because you have to be on your phone to market your business! Is balance in this area even realistic at all?! Especially as a mom of littles who REALLY wants to be present and not waste the little years being so distracted on social media constantly.
If you’ve ever asked any of those questions or wondered how other moms and small business ow...2024-07-3146 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity24 | 10 Ways to Embrace REST as a Busy Mom When Your Brain NEVER Shuts OffHi, friend!
Do you feel like you are constantly hustling, always thinking about the next thing that needs to get done, errand you have to run, or item you need to cross off your daily to do list?!
In today’s episode, I’m talking to all my mom friends that feel like you can NEVER get your brain to just shut off. Maybe you know you want to REST more and slow down, be fully present, but honestly you don’t even know HOW to rest.
I’m going to break down 10 simple w...2024-07-2323 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity23 | Summer Routines All Over the Place?! 5 Hacks To Get Back On Schedule Quickly In a Busy SeasonHi, friend!
I don’t know about you, but my schedule has been ALL OVER THE PLACE the last few weeks with 4th of July plans, family in from out of town, VBS, family vacation, all the things. And it has me feeling a little crazy if I’m being honest.
In today’s episode, we’re diving into HOW to practically get yourself back on schedule when your routines get completely out of whack from all the summer events and plans you’re enjoying. We all want to embrace summer and live up all the fun su...2024-07-1721 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity22 | 16 Fun Mid-Summer Activities To Do With Your Kids (Without Breaking the Budget!)Hi, friend!
In today’s episode, I’m sharing 16 fun mid-summer activities to do with your kids without breaking the budget. These can really apply for all ages (tweaked to your kids’ specific ages and interests), but my kids are currently toddler and preschool age so I would say specifically mamas with kiddos ages 0-6, all of this will definitely apply for you!
I don’t know about you, but this summer is FLYING and as moms of littles, we want to find cheap, simple ways to embrace summer and create core memories with our toddlers...2024-07-0927 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity21 | Always Waiting For the Next “Big Thing”?! The Truth About Being Content as a Stay At Home MomHi, friend!
I have a really fun BONUS episode for you today! In today’s episode, I’m giving you a behind the scenes look at what the Lord is teaching me about content in the season that I’m in. As Christian mamas that want our lives to be focused on Christ and glorifying Him, we all want to be more content in our day to day lives and find joy in everything we’ve been given. But, I don’t know about you, but that can be a LOT easier said than done.
I’m sharing...2024-07-0524 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity20 | Why Don’t Your Kids Play On Their Own Like That IG Mom You Follow?! 3 Habit Shifts for Longer Independent Play Time DailyHi, friend!
In today’s episode, we’re going to get into the nitty gritty of independent play for kids. We all want more time to get things done around the house, maybe you’re in a season that you need to sneak in a few minutes of work when your toddlers are still awake, or maybe you just want to drink your coffee and read your Bible in peace for a few minutes.
Independent play is something that is talked about a lot and I feel like pretty much ALL moms want their kids to hav...2024-07-0226 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity19 | 4 Step System to Boost Productivity as a SAHM-Saves 2 Hours Per DAY!Hi, friend!
In today’s episode, I’m sharing with you my 4 step system that helps me get more done as a busy mom trying to manage a lot of different areas of life (my kids, marriage, homesteading and gardening in full swing this time of year, my business, being involved in community, etc.). This system that I use daily to prioritize what needs to get done each day and then actually DO IT has vastly improved my productivity, helped manage my expectations for each day AND how much I’m able to practically accomplish each day.
2024-06-2521 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity18 | Balancing Work & Motherhood: How to Find Your Unique Rhythm with Limited Time w/ Jordan Jones, Part 2/2Hi, friend!
Are you struggling to balance growing a business (or dreaming of starting one!) in the mom cracks of your day? Do you feel FRUSTRATED for never having as much time as you’d like in this season so it feels like you have to pick and choose between being a good mom or being a good business owner?
We GET IT. In today’s episode, this is the second half of my interview with Jordan Jones and we are talking all about balancing work and motherhood. How to fit work time into the very...2024-06-2131 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity17 | How to Build a Quiet Time Routine You Can Actually Stick To with Jordan Jones, Part 1/2Hi, friend!
Do you REALLY want to be reading your Bible every day but find yourself in a season where honestly, you’re just not? This episode is for you. If you’re a new mom, seasoned mom, mom of many, or mom of one, you probably can resonate that it is hard to find your balance prioritizing your faith, marriage, kids, work, home, all the major areas of your life and sometimes, you find yourself in a season where your biggest priority simply isn’t being reflected in your daily habits.
In today’s episode...2024-06-1847 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity16 | My Current Morning Routine with 3 Kids 4 & UnderHi, friend!
In today’s episode, I’m walking you through my exact current morning routine with 3 kids 4 and under. How I’m starting the morning solo, how I WISH I was starting my morning (spoiler alert: I’ve totally slacked on a core must have rhythm in my days recently and we’re going to chat about why + how to fix it), and the general framework that the kids and I use to structure our mornings at home to make sure the things that need to get done are getting done and we’re still building in that inte...2024-06-1125 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity15 | Dealing with Trauma in Motherhood + Finding Titus 2 Mentors with Kristin Wall, Part 2Hi, friend!
In part 2 of today’s conversation, Kristin Wall is sharing some of her experiences on dealing with trauma in motherhood and how that has shaped some of her motherhood journey and their family as a whole. How it has bonded them in a very surprising way, what she would do differently, and even what she now sees in a different lens looking back at what she walked through.
We are also chatting about how to find a Titus 2 mentor, a woman who is a few steps ahead of you in the motherhood journey to...2024-06-0634 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity14 | How to Find Purpose in the Everyday & Mundane of Motherhood with Kristin Wall, PART 1/2Hi, friend!
Have you ever felt like you’re just doing the same things in motherhood (potty training toddlers, change the baby’s diaper, feed the kids, nurse the baby, put everyone down for a nap, give them a snack, pick up toys, and repeat) day after day on repeat?
Motherhood is a HARD job and it can often feel like we’re getting lost as moms, especially in the trenches of the little years with toddlers and babies, in just doing the same thing day after day and wondering if anyone even notices.
I h...2024-06-0435 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity13 | How To Savor the Magic of Summer When the Days Don’t Feel Much Different With LittlesHi, friend! In today’s episode, I’m going to share a few quick tips and strategies for savoring the magic of summer when the days don’t really feel much different with littles. How to soak up the summer experiences you love with your kiddos, how to set up your expectations realistically, and how to practically still enjoy the summer activities you used to, even
when it takes almost as long as the outing itself just to get everyone packed up and out the door. (I’m right there with you!)
As I was talking...2024-05-2829 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity12 | Constantly Thinking About What To Do Next?! #1 Habit To Be More Present With Your KidsHi, friend!
In today’s episode, I’m going to give you the #1 habit to help you be more present with your kids in each day. I know you want more quality time with your kids. You have dreamed of being a mom for years and there is so much of your life that you love, but you also find yourself wondering if maybe something is out of whack in your days because you spend more time thinking about your to do list or what needs to be accomplished around the house than you do investing in qual...2024-05-2424 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity11 | The First 2 Daily Rhythms Every Busy Mom Should START WithHi, friend!
In today’s episode, I’m giving you the first 2 daily rhythms you NEED to start implementing as a busy mom. If you’re struggling with overwhelm, feeling like your brain will never shut off with all the things that constantly need to be done, and you just feel completely SPENT by the end of every single day lately, this is specifically for you. I know it’s so hard to figure out WHAT to change first, what the root of the overwhelm truly is, where to even get started…you know you want more peace in y...2024-05-2131 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity10 | Struggling to Find Your Quiet Time Routine as a New Mom? This One’s for You.Hi, friend!
In today’s episode, I’m sharing some practical tips and encouragement on finding a consistent quiet time routine as a new mom. If you really want to be setting aside the time each day to sit with the Lord, read your Bible, really set aside that time to be prioritizing your faith and relationship with the Lord and the reality is you’re not-maybe it’s been harder than you thought to find a consistent quiet time routine after becoming a mom, trying to find the time that you can sit and not be interrup...2024-05-1331 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity09 | Overwhelmed Trying to Balance It All?! 5 Signs You’re Living Beyond Your CapacityHi, friend!
In today’s episode, I’m sharing 5 signs to watch out for that are red flags that you’re living beyond your capacity. We ALL experience times when we’ve piled too much on to our plates, we realize too late, and suddenly we’re in wayyy over our head and we feel like we’re drowning. This episode is going to give you some really practical things to watch out for to give you that warning light like the engine light on the car that something is out of alignment, we have a few things to ad...2024-05-0730 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity07 | The #1 Reason You’re Never Crossing Off Your To-Do ListHi, friend!
In today’s episode, I am going to be walking you through the #1 reason you’re never crossing off your to do list….aka: through the perspective of the #1 reason that I personally have not been crossing off my to do list the past few days and what the Lord is teaching me through it. This is going to be a real, raw, vulnerable conversation and I am here for it.
If you can never seem to cross off your to do list day after day, struggle with finding balance in your days, knowin...2024-04-2627 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity06 | 4 Essential Systems to Keep a Tidy Home DailyHi, friend!
In today’s episode, I’m going to walk you through 4 essential systems to keep a tidy home daily. How to reset your home so you’re not going to bed with MORE of a mess to start the day with tomorrow, why taking small steps is so important, and the systems to make having people drop in unexpectedly so much easier so you’re not frantically shoving laundry in all the closets and trying to clear off the couch just for them to have a place to sit down, even when people drop in in the m...2024-04-2326 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity05 | Can’t Get It All Done?! Do THIS to Communicate with Your Husband to Share the LoadHi, friend!
In today’s episode, I’m talking about how to divide some of the load that falls on us as moms to share that responsibility with our spouse. How to communicate and get on the same page in managing your home and family, systems to break old pitfalls that you KEEP falling into, and how to even start the conversation.
I know that you are struggling to get it all done and honestly just feel like most days, you’re adding more items on to the to do list than actually checking any off. B...2024-04-1631 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity04 | 27 Lessons I’ve Learned in 27 Years in Marriage, Parenting, Faith, and FriendshipHi, friend!
In today’s episode, I’m sharing 27 lessons that I’ve learned in 27 years. Life lessons that I’ve learned the hard way in marriage, parenting, faith, and friendship. I know balancing all the things in motherhood, business, and life in general is such a huge challenge and I’m so excited to share with you some of the lessons I’ve learned along the way!
Navigating friendship as a busy mom, how to invest in your marriage when you have little kids, parenting tips for discipling your kids and pointing them to Jesus, how t...2024-04-1241 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity03 | Chronically Overwhelmed Because Your Brain NEVER Fully Shuts Off? 3 Small Steps to Do TODAY to UnplugHi, friend!
In today’s episode, I’m going to walk you through 3 steps to help you unplug and truly REST better. Why it’s so important, how to ease into this with small steps that will actually create lasting change, and how to actually rest as a mom who is constantly needed. We’re going to be diving deep here to help you really begin to build rhythms of rest into your days to truly feel recharged and filled up heading into your next busy day balancing mom life, home life, and maybe even a business on the s...2024-04-0936 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity02 | Struggling With Waking Up Before Your Kids? How To Set Up a Morning Routine That Helps You Be More Productive Through Your ENTIRE DayHi, friend!
In today’s episode, we’re going to talk all about morning routines and waking up before your kids-if you should, if you shouldn’t, all the ins and outs of HOW to realistically make this happen (even if you’re not sleeping through the night #momlife), and how to build a morning routine that actually SERVES you in the season you’re in.
I know that you’ve probably heard a thousand people recommend waking up before your kids, but you just haven’t been able to actually jump in and commit. You really want...2024-04-0924 minSimple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, Productivity01 | 5 Things To Do NOW If You Feel Overstimulated + Anxious in MotherhoodHi, friend!
In today’s episode, I’m talking all about what to do if you find yourself feeling overstimulated and anxious in motherhood (as we all do probably more often than we’d like!). I’m sharing 5 steps that you can implement TODAY to give you a starting place to start making changes if you’ve been feeling overwhelmed in motherhood. If you often feel like you’re drowning just trying to keep your head barely above the water trying to balance all the things OR you know you need to make some tweaks in your daily rhythm...2024-04-0930 min
Simple Rhythms for Busy Moms | SAHM, Routines, Biblical Motherhood, Balance, Schedules, Work-Life Balance, ProductivitySimple Rhythms for Busy Moms Podcast TrailerDo you feel like you’re constantly juggling your time between trying to get work done during nap times, stay on top of the laundry and dishes, and avoid eating take out for the 5th time that week?!
Do you worry that you’re destined to simply survive until bedtime day after day for the next several years because you have multiple little kids close in age and as soon as you figure out a good routine, SOMEONE’S nap time suddenly is no longer working?!
Is your brain so cloudy and overloaded that you feel par...2024-04-0203 min