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Paper Organizing Tips & Maple Bourbon Smash Oct 01, 2019

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If you struggle with what to keep and what to do with the papers in your home, this episode is for you. Paper organizing & decluttering is one of the most frequent topics I'm asked about as a professional organizer. Today I'm going to let you in on the 2 questions to ask yourself when trying to decide if you NEED a piece of paper, tips for filing what you do decide to keep, and how to stop to the influx of junk mail into your home. All this and a delicious Fall-inspired cocktail...the Maple Bourbon Smash courtesy of Food & Wine.

Visit the show notes at podcast.simplesolutionsorganizing.com for any links or recipes from today's episode.

Mompreneur Time Management & Grapefruit Basil Palomas Sep 24, 2019

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Working for yourself can seem like an ideal employment choice for moms...set your own schedule, do something you love AND have time left to pick up and drop off from school, right? And yet mompreneurs often feel like there isn't enough time or that they are spinning their wheels. So much of it comes down to time management and clear priorities. That is what I am focusing on today as I chat with Barb Stauffer and Leah Monaghan from Root 23 Simple Syrups. With a thriving business and 5 middle school and high school students between them, Barb and Leah are busy with a capital "B". But we chat some ways to delegate and automate to make the most of the work time and family time. And all while sipping delicious Grapefruit Basil Palomas featuring Root 23 Simple Syrups.

For more info and links mentioned in the show, visit the show notes at podcast.simplesolutionsorganizing.com.

Organizing in Case of Emergency & Heather's Hibiscus Cooler Sep 17, 2019

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What do you do if the power goes out for several days? Where does your family meet up if there is a fire? Is your I.C.E. contact programmed in your phone? So often, we don't consider our emergency plans until after the fact. That is why today, in honor of National Preparedness Month in September, I am chatting with professional organizer Heather K. Powers about how to start organizing your family in case of a natural disaster or serious accident in your community. We'll talk about how to get started, what you might include in your emergency kit, and websites for checklists and resources in your community. AND Heather shares a recipe for one of her favorite cocktails that can be served cold or hot.

You can find out more about this episode in the show notes at podcast.simplesolutionsorganizing.com.

Creating a Sleep Routine for Kids & Aperol Spritz Sep 10, 2019

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An estimated 50-70 million Americans suffer from sleep-related problems. Are you or a loved one affected? If so, I've got sleep consultants Lori and Sara Strong from Strong Little Sleepers to help. Lori and Sara help families develop custom sleep routines for families from newborns to adults. And today they are sharing their tips for creating a sleep routine for your family. And a recipe for a delicious Aperol Spritz.

For links to products mentioned in today's episode or past episodes, visit the show notes at podcast.simplesolutionsorganizing.com.

Why Hire a Professional Organizer & Apple Pie Champagne Sep 03, 2019

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Why would you hire a professional organizer??? Well, that is what I am going to do a deep dive into for you today. I have not one but seven reasons why anyone, no matter what their level of organizing skill, can benefit from hiring a professional organizer. My goal is that by the end you'll be saying "why wouldn't I hire a professional organizer?" I mean, I would! And I give you a fabulous recipe for a sweet, seasonal, and celebratory Apple Pie Champagne.

Want more info or episodes? Check out my show notes at podcast.simplesolutionsorganizing.com.

Take Back Your Time & Caipirinhas Aug 20, 2019

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We all get 24 hours in a day but it never seems like quite enough, does it? That’s why today’s guest, professional organizer and author Morgan Tyree, wants to help you take back your time with her proven time-management system. Morgan's new book Take Back Your Time debuts today and on top her professional organizing business Morganize with Me and writing books, Morgan is a mom-of-3 who has home schooled, lived abroad, AND teaches fitness classes. Sounds like an expert on time management to me, right? And we sip delicious Caipirinhas inspired by Morgan's three years abroad in Portugal.

Back-to-School Organizing Tips & Sparkling Raspberry Ginger Beer Aug 13, 2019

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Even the most organized mama can use a few tips to get the family back into the swing of things when it comes to the school year. Today, I'm addressing the biggest concerns raised when it comes to back-to-school from the mamas in my Cocktails and Containers Facebook Group. We'll discuss trying to find a balance while doing all the things, how to schedule your family, why you need a morning routine, and how to keep up with all the papers.

For more back-to-school tips, don't miss my previous episodes about meal planning, creating a morning routine, organizing kid's papers, and helping your older children plan for after high school.

Organizing for Life after High School & Sangria Fresca Aug 06, 2019

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If the thought of college visits, college applications, and moving out stresses you and your kids out, I’ve got you covered. Today I’m chatting with organizing expert AND college freshman mom Laurie Palau all about planning for post high school life. And she even sneaks a few general life lessons for all us parents. Laurie is a professional organizer and founder of Simply B Organized and the SBO partner program which helps connect communities with professional organizers all over the Us and in Canada and Australia. She is also the host of the popular This Organized Life podcast And author of the book Hot Mess: A Practical Guide to Getting Organized.

If you'd like a copy of my Back-to-School Organizing Checklist, click HERE. If you have a back-to-school organizing questions, leave me at voicemail message at anchor.fm/cocktailsandcontainers.

Back-to-School Meal Planning Tips & Whole Fruit Margaritas Jul 30, 2019

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School is starting very soon...and so is the need for quick breakfasts, packed lunches, and dinners at the end of long days. But never fear, I've got THE expert here. Meet Sally Kuzemchak. Sally is a registered dietitian, author, and mom. She's the founder of RealMomNutrition.com, a “no-judgments zone" all about feeding a family, which features advice on picky eating, simple healthy recipes, and lots of reassurance. She is the author of The 101 Healthiest Foods For Kidsand Cooking Light on Dinnertime Survival Guideand serves as a Contributing Editor for Parents magazine and a contributor to WebMD. An award-winning reporter and writer, she has been published in nearly 20 magazines including Prevention, Health, Family Circle, Eating Well, Fitness, and Shape. And she is here with us to chat all about her best meal planning tips as we transition from Summer into the school year. And we have the perfect margarita recipes (featuring whole fruit in honor of our dietitian guest).

50 Best Organizing Tips from Professional Organizers & Champagne Jul 23, 2019

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It's my 50th episode of Cocktails and Containers! To celebrate, I've asked 22 of the best and brightest professional organizers I know for their top tips on home organization, time management, creating habits, minimalism and more! And since we're celebrating, I've got a rundown on all the ins and outs of sparkling wine so you'll know for your next celebration.

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