• BONUS EPISODE: Coffee & Tea with Michelle Byrd and Emily McDermott (M&E) Episode 9
    Dec 26 2025

    I’m excited to bring you this bonus episode with my friend Michelle Byrd from The Busy Vibrant Mom podcast and a regular guest on Moms Overcoming Overwhelm.

    It’s the ninth episode of Coffee and Tea with M&E!

    We talk about what didn’t work this week, how we pivoted, what things we are excited about, and things that made us laugh!

    Grab your coffee or tea, pull up a chair, and join us as we chat about: ✨ How we planned for the holiday break

    ✨ Best practices for decluttering any space (especially garages!)

    ✨ Grace-filled planning for 2026

    Hope you enjoy this honest conversation between two moms who GET IT!

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    I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts.

    Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com

    Podcast -> https://www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast

    Learn -> https://www.simplebyemmy.com/resources

    Connect -> Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms

    Instagram -> @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm

    *** Don't Know Where to Start? ***

    5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -> https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/

    5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -> https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/

    Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you!

    Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms

    Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Decluttering Tips and Resources for Overwhelmed Moms Newsletter and see samples here: https://pages.simplebyemmy.com/profile

    Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person decluttering and organization coaching (Washington DC metro area only)! https://www.simplebyemmy.com/workwithme

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  • Happy Holidays from Moms Overcoming Overwhelm!
    Dec 25 2025

    Happy Holidays! I am so grateful for each and every one of you. There is a new decluttering challenge starting in the Facebook group on Monday, January 5th. Make sure you answer ALL the membership questions to join the fun! I'll be back with a regular episode next Thursday.

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    I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts.

    Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com

    Podcast -> https://www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast

    Learn -> https://www.simplebyemmy.com/resources

    Connect -> Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms

    Instagram -> @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm

    *** Don't Know Where to Start? ***

    5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -> https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/

    5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -> https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/

    Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you!

    Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms

    Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Decluttering Tips and Resources Newsletter and see samples here: https://pages.simplebyemmy.com/profile

    Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person decluttering and organization coaching (metro DC area only): https://simplebyemmy.com/workwithme/

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  • 220 // Prepare for 2026 with Simple Planning Systems That Work for Real Mom Life - with Sarah Hart Unger from Best Laid Plans
    Dec 18 2025
    If you have a love-hate relationship with planning (like I do) or think planning sessions are unattainable for a busy, overwhelmed mom - today’s episode is for you. I’m joined by Sarah Hart-Unger - practicing pediatric endocrinologist, mom of 3, writer, and co-host of the Best Laid Plans and Best of Both Worlds podcasts - for a refreshing, grace-filled conversation about planning that actually works in real life. Sarah shares the core ideas behind her book, Best Laid Plans: A Simple Planning System for Living a Life That You Love , including her flexible approach to nested goals, why “being perfect has no place in planning,” and how a solid master calendar and task management system can dramatically reduce mental load. We also talk about why moms of school-aged kids may benefit from seasonal (quintile) planning instead of quarterly planning, how to use an “ideal week” as a helpful reality check (not a source of guilt), and why making space for fun is a critical — not optional — part of any planning system. This episode is full of practical wisdom and encouragement for anyone who feels overwhelmed, behind, or convinced they “don’t have time” to plan. Sarah Hart-Unger is a practicing pediatric endocrinologist, writer, and podcaster with a passion for planning. She loves to share her systems and techniques with others through courses and live planning retreats. She lives with her husband and three children in South Florida. She has been writing most days for over 20 years at theshubox.com. Resources Mentioned: Best Laid Plans: A Simple Planning System for Living a Life That You Love Best Laid Plans podcast Best of Both Worlds podcast Learn more about Sarah’s planning courses Related Episodes: Episode 78: Intentional Planning to Combat Overwhelm with Sarah Horgan From Simple + Intentional Episode 120: Intentional Weekend Routines for a Great Week Ahead with Lauren White from the Intentional Edit Podcast Episode 166: Why Compassionate Time Management Matters - with Kendra Adachi from The Lazy Genius *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com Podcast -> https://www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -> https://www.simplebyemmy.com/resources Connect -> Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -> @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -> https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -> https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/ Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Decluttering Tips and Resources Newsletter and see samples here: https://pages.simplebyemmy.com/profile Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person decluttering and organization coaching (metro DC area only): https://simplebyemmy.com/workwithme/
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  • 219 // 5 Critical Steps You Need to Take NOW to Prepare for the Christmas Stuff Avalanche
    Dec 11 2025

    It’s coming. The STUFF. Instead of dealing with the post-holiday stress of figuring out where everything is going to go (especially when it comes to kids’ stuff), make sure you follow these five steps NOW.

    Resources Mentioned:

    Join the free Facebook group in advance of our January challenge! Listen to my Kids and Family Playlist for additional guidance on kids’ stuff!

    Related Episodes:

    Episode 174: Declutter Your Home with my TRANSFORM Method!

    Episode 203: Is Kids’ Stuff Taking Over Your House? Top Tips for Getting Your Family Involved with Decluttering - with Laura Forbes Carlin

    Episode 179: What to Do When Your Kids Want to Keep EVERYTHING

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    I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts.

    Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com

    Podcast -> https://momsovercomingoverwhelm.podbean.com/

    Learn -> https://www.simplebyemmy.com/resources

    Connect -> Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms

    Instagram -> @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm

    *** Don't Know Where to Start? ***

    5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -> https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/

    5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -> https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/ Get podcast playlists for decluttering mindset, tactical decluttering tips, ADHD, getting kids & family on board, and more! https://www.listennotes.com/@momsovercomingoverwhelm/playlists/

    Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you!

    Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms

    Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Decluttering Tips and Resources for Overwhelmed Moms Newsletter and see samples here: https://pages.simplebyemmy.com/profile

    Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person decluttering and organization coaching (Washington DC metro area)! https://www.simplebyemmy.com/workwithme

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  • 218 // Sneaky Ways Clutter is Hijacking Your Energy (and What to Do About It) - with Mia Danielle
    Dec 4 2025
    In today’s episode, I’m joined by Mia Danielle - YouTuber, author of Downsizing, creator of The Clutter Cure, and host of The Mind Your Home Podcast. Mia shares how clutter affects your energy, memory, focus, and stress response. We talk about the science behind cognitive load, how your environment shapes your emotional and mental capacity, and practical ways to create a home that supports you - starting today. We discuss: How clutter drains your energy, increases decision fatigue, and impacts your ability to remember and focusThe connection between clutter, cognitive load theory, and why moms feel mentally overwhelmedHow clutter affects your stress response and nervous system—and why it keeps you on edgeSimple ways to create a supportive home, including starting with one “safe haven” space and building long-term systems that actually work Resources Mentioned: Connect with Mia on her website, podcast, YouTube channel, and Instagram Grab her free resource Declutter Your First Room Blueprint and check out her free workshop Holistic Clutter-Free Formula Related Episodes: Episode 8: Is Clutter Stealing From You? The 4 Things You Can Reclaim Now Even as a Busy Mom Episode 19: Exhausted and Burnt Out with NO Energy to Declutter as a Busy Mom? You Probably Aren’t Asking Yourself This Simple Question Episode 207: What is Clutter Costing You? Reclaim Your Time and Energy - with Author and Professional Organizer Robyn Reynolds *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com Podcast -> https://momsovercomingoverwhelm.podbean.com/ Learn -> https://www.simplebyemmy.com/resources Connect -> Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -> @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -> https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -> https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/ Get podcast playlists for decluttering mindset, tactical decluttering tips, ADHD, getting kids & family on board, and more! https://www.listennotes.com/@momsovercomingoverwhelm/playlists/ Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Decluttering Tips and Resources for Overwhelmed Moms Newsletter and see samples here: https://pages.simplebyemmy.com/profile Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person decluttering and organization coaching (Washington DC metro area)! https://www.simplebyemmy.com/workwithme
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  • BONUS EPISODE: Coffee & Tea with Michelle Byrd and Emily McDermott (M&E) Episode 8
    Nov 27 2025

    I’m excited to bring you this bonus episode with my friend Michelle Byrd from The Busy Vibrant Mom podcast and a regular guest on Moms Overcoming Overwhelm.

    It’s the eighth episode of Coffee and Tea with M&E!

    We talk about what didn’t work this week, how we pivoted, what things we are excited about, and things that made us laugh!

    Grab your coffee or tea, pull up a chair, and join us as we chat about: ✨ How we’re approaching holiday traditions this year

    ✨ Our best clutter-free experience gift ideas (especially for the kiddos)

    ✨ Holiday decor decluttering and organization tips

    Hope you enjoy this honest conversation between two moms who GET IT! Resources mentioned:

    Consumable gift guide: https://buy.stripe.com/aFa5kD0AQ2sC0ccdkZ1RC01

    Experience gift guide: https://spring-bonus-491.myflodesk.com/budd330d2z

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    I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts.

    Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com

    Podcast -> https://www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast

    Learn -> https://www.simplebyemmy.com/resources

    Connect -> Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms

    Instagram -> @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm

    *** Don't Know Where to Start? ***

    5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -> https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/

    5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -> https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/

    Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you!

    Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms

    Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Decluttering Tips and Resources for Overwhelmed Moms Newsletter and see samples here: https://pages.simplebyemmy.com/profile

    Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person decluttering and organization coaching (Washington DC metro area only)! https://www.simplebyemmy.com/workwithme

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  • 217 // Could Habit Stacking be the Key to Get You Out of Overwhelm? - with Jessica Przulj from the Habit Stacking Mom Podcast
    Nov 20 2025
    You’ve probably heard of habits, or even habit stacking, but have you leveraged the power of habits to transform your motherhood from frazzled and stressful to intentional and peaceful? Today Jessica Przulj, habits coach and host of the Habit Stacking Mom podcast is diving into all things habit stacking - how to build core stacks, her Restack method, the importance of stack resets, and much more! Through her podcast and Habit Stacked Home Program, Jess helps moms reset routines and organize their daily habits. As a mom of three and former salon owner turned efficiency mentor, Jess blends real-life experience with strategic habit stacked systems to teach others how to create structure while protecting their energy from burnout. Resources Mentioned: Connect with Jess on her website, her podcast The Habit Stacking Mom, or Instagram. Join her Home Organization Habits Facebook community. Grab her FREE Stack Starter and Reset Planner. Atomic Habits by James Clear Related Episodes: Episode 173: How Atomic Habits Can Transform Your Mom Life in 2025 - with Emily Nichols from Habit Hack Your Health Episode 184: Intentional Rhythms to STOP the Chronic Overwhelm & Overstimulation in Motherhood - with KyAnn Molina Episode 193: Core Rhythms to Help You Be More Present at Work and Home - with Alexandra Kaval from Grace Space Christian Coaching *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com Podcast -> https://www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -> https://www.simplebyemmy.com/resources Connect -> Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -> @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -> https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -> https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/ Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Decluttering Tips and Resources for Overwhelmed Moms Newsletter and see samples here: https://pages.simplebyemmy.com/profile Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person decluttering and organization coaching (Washington DC metro area)! https://www.simplebyemmy.com/workwithme
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  • 216 // These Four Phrases are Causing 90% of Your Clutter
    Nov 13 2025

    If you’re living in a cluttered home, you are most likely saying one (or more) of these phrases. Today I’m sharing what they are - and what you can do if you find yourself saying them!

    Resources Mentioned:

    I’m offering limited monthly slots to anyone who wants to work with me 1:1 for a three week period over Voxer (a walkie-talkie app) where I walk you through exactly how to approach spaces in your home and provide customized support and encouragement. The cost is $97 USD. If you’re interested in learning more, e-mail me at info@simplebyemmy.com.

    Related Episodes:

    Episode 10: The MOST Challenging Type of Clutter for Moms! 4 Kinds of Aspirational Clutter and How to Finally Let Go

    Episode 15: These 3 Words are Sabotaging Your Decluttering Efforts

    Episode 189: Unmotivated to Declutter? Try the Move-Out and Vacation Declutter Methods to Make Progress Faster

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    I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts.

    Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com

    Podcast -> https://www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast

    Learn -> https://www.simplebyemmy.com/resources

    Connect -> Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms

    Instagram -> @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm

    *** Don't Know Where to Start? ***

    5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -> https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/

    5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -> https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/

    Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you!

    Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms

    Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Decluttering Tips and Resources for Overwhelmed Moms Newsletter and see samples here: https://pages.simplebyemmy.com/profile

    Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person decluttering and organization coaching (Washington DC metro area)! https://www.simplebyemmy.com/workwithme

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