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**Motherhood Simplified**

Welcome to Motherhood Simplified, a podcast for moms who want to declutter but don’t want to become a full blown minimalist!

Latest Episodes:

Clutter and money Sep 14, 2021

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0:48 - some of the feelings behind this conversation

1:51 - rundown of what's in this episode

2:32 - #1 truth bomb

3:31 - #2 truth bomb

4:46 - honest conversation about goodwill podcast link https://motherhoodsimplified.com/radically-responsible-decluttering-a-conversation-about-goodwill/

6:53 - 9 ways the clutter costs you money

16:48 - ways decluttering can save you money

22:58 - decluttering simplified motherhoodsimplified.com/declutteringsimplified

23:34 - special deal available for September 2021

24:44 - leave a review on iTunes and take a screenshot to send to krista@motherhoodsimplified.com and I'll send you a 1 hour workshop as a thank you. If you dont use iTunes just send me the positive review that I can post to this email address.

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Clutter and gifts Sep 07, 2021

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0:23 - motherhood simplified Facebook community

1:20 - one reason gifts end up being overwhelming.

2:28 - why gift-giving has become demonized

3:18 - why gift giving rules don't always work

5:08 - what do we actually do when it comes to others giving us gifts? Krista shares 4 points.

• 5:20 - #1 thing to do

• 7:56 - #2 thing to do

• 9:33 - #3 thing to do

• 11:40 - #4 thing to do

13:15 - exciting BOGO bonus for when you sign up for Decluttering Simplified for the month of September www.motherhoodsimplified.com/declutteringsimplified

14:18 - leave a review on iTunes and take a screenshot to send to krista@motherhoodsimplified.com and I'll send you a 1 hour workshop as a thank you. If you dont use iTunes just send me the positive review that I can post.

Checklist for Decluttering - let's talk it out! Aug 31, 2021

Show notes

In this episode, Krista—mom of five and founder of Motherhood Simplified—shares a practical decluttering checklist to help you clear your clutter without becoming a minimalist. Learn what to declutter, what to keep, and when it’s okay to hit pause. Plus, discover how focusing on what NOT to declutter can make the process easier and more intentional.

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Key Takeaways

Why knowing what not to declutter helps you avoid regret, streamline decisions, and maintain balance.
When it might be best to pause decluttering, such as during major life transitions, high-stress periods, or grief.
What items to keep, including sentimental keepsakes, important documents, family heirlooms, and practical essentials.

22-Item Decluttering Checklist

Coffee tables and end tables
Hallway and stair piles
Kitchen countertops
Dining table
Expired spices and food
Tupperware
Sippy cups and tumblers
Cleaning supplies
Bedroom dresser and nightstands
Floor piles
Expired bathroom products
Bath toys
Literal trash
Linens, blankets, and towels
Gift wrap
Laundry room cabinets
Broken toys or those with missing pieces
Old notebooks and stationery
Socks
Napkins and condiments
Bags and boxes
Junk drawer

Everything you need to know about what if clutter Aug 24, 2021

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0:58 - Motherhoodsimplified.Com/clutterfree

1:33 - 5 examples of what if/just in case clutter

4:19 - what to do about just in case clutter

5:49 - questions to ask yourself to move past all the what if scenarios

6:27 - an example of how to put these strategies into action in your home

11:37 - leave a review on iTunes, email Krista at krista@motherhoodsimplified.com a screenshot of the review, and Krista will send you a 1 hr decluttering workshop as a thank you.

The half it method Aug 17, 2021

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0:26 - Decluttering simplified

1:34 - what holds people back from decluttering in the first place

3:14 - what is the half it method?

7:51 - Toy Decluttering 101 - https://motherhoodsimplified.com/toys-101

Clothes Decluttering 101 - https://motherhoodsimplified.com/clothes-101

8:21 - August 2021 is the last chance to get the toys and clothes 101 as bonuses with decluttering simplified. After this you can only purchase them separately.

How to declutter clothes Aug 10, 2021

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0:42 - why is it hard for us?

1:02 - 1st reason decluttering clothes is hard

3:01 - clothes decluttering 101 https://motherhoodsimplified.com/clothes-101

4:18 - 2nd reason decluttering clothes is hard

7:00 - 3rd reason decluttering clothes is hard

8:47 - link to podcast about clothes for moms https://motherhoodsimplified.com/simplified-laundry-for-the-mom-overwhelmed-by-clothes/

9:03 - 2 ways you can actually declutter the clothes

12:08 - quick run down of the sequence

15:38 - enroll in decluttering simplified during August 2021 and get the clothes decluttering 101 as a bonus for free https://motherhoodsimplified.com/declutteringsimplified/

16:16 - leave a review on iTunes and take a screenshot to send to krista@motherhoodsimplified.com and I'll send you a 1 hour workshop as a thank you. If you dont use iTunes just send me the positive review that I can post.

How I include my kids in the decluttering process Aug 03, 2021

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How I include my kids in the decluttering process - Descript

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0:50 An explanation of why toy decluttering can be so challenging

1:22 Kids lack the skill set, and brain development to make decisions without guidance from someone who understands the decluttering process, and children

2:59 The second reason toy decluttering is challenging: unrealistic expectations of what toys are needed, wanted, and used

06:54 The first, and most important way to support your children in decluttering their toys

08:47 An example of questions to ask while decluttering toys

11:32 The second way to support your children in decluttering their toys

12:47 Choosing where they toys will "live"

13:43 The third way to support your children in decluttering their toys

15:42 Toy Decluttering 101 - the course designed to give you a step by step process, and hands on support in decluttering the toys with your children. Enroll here: Toy Decluttering 101

17:18 When you enroll in Decluttering Simplified during August 2021 you get Toy AND clothes Decluttering 101 included for free ($97 value)!

Simplified self care as a mom Jul 29, 2021

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1:11 - did people ever tell you these things about self care?

2:30 - what we used to consider selfcare

3:07 - what selfcare is to Krista

4:46 - hypothetical situation

6:20 - 2nd way Krista looks at selfcare

7:10 - some practical selfcare ideas

11:59 - so what is self care all about?