đď¸ Episode 55 â Communication for Connection With Your Kids with Lisa ReicheltIn this episode, host Hannah Morgan talks with parenting coach Lisa Reichelt about repairing communication breakdowns and building lasting connection with your kids. Lisa shares three key areas parents can focus on â what you do together, what you talk about, and how you simply âbeâ together. From entering into your childâs world to asking before giving advice, Lisa offers practical, compassionate strategies for building trust and stronger relationships at every age.đ Key Takeaways:â Strong relationships require intentional communication.â Connection grows when you show genuine interest in your childâs passions.â Asking before giving advice empowers kids and builds trusđŹ Quotes from Lisa Reichelt:â âYou canât have a strong relationship with someone you donât communicate well with.ââ âAsk your child: are you venting, or do you want advice?ââ âSometimes the most powerful way to connect is simply being present.âđ Resources Mentioned:â Champion Your Parentingâ â Coaching, tools, and support to help parents reduce conflict and build strong, lasting relationships with their kids. â â Heron House Managementâ â  â Virtual house management for busy families: we handle your to-dos so you can focus on what matters most.đ Full transcript available on our website: www.heronhousemanagement.com/podcast/episode-55đ New episodes every Tuesdayđ Sponsored by Heron House Management
đď¸ Episode 54 â Focusing on the Basic Needs First with Carly BuxtonIn this episode, host Hannah Morgan chats with Carly Buxton, co-founder and CEO of Parent Swarm. Carly shares her framework for âprotecting the basicsâ â a set of simple, non-negotiable habits that help her stay grounded during times of stress and chaos. From prioritizing sleep and food to carving out small moments of exercise, Carly shows how meeting your most essential needs first can make everything else more manageable.đ Key Takeaways:â When life feels overwhelming, strip back to core needs first.â Sleep, nutrition, and exercise form a foundation for resilience.â Writing down your âbasicsâ gives you a quick reference point on hard days.đŹ Quotes from Carly Buxton:â âWhen everything feels chaotic, I return to my basics â sleep, food, and exercise.ââ âIf I can focus on these core needs, my stress level drops and I show up better for my family.ââ âProtecting the basics means stripping things down to what truly supports you.âđ Resources Mentioned:â Parent Swarm (Try it free for a month when you join with code HERON at www.parentswarm.com)â Heron House Managementđ Full transcript available on our website: www.heronhousemanagement.com/podcast/episode-54đ New episodes every Tuesdayđ Sponsored by Heron House Management
đď¸ Episode 53 â Systems Thinking for Minimizing Stress at Home with Courtney CecilIn this episode, host Hannah Morgan sits down with Courtney Cecil, Fortune 50 executive, systems engineer, and founder of the Working Moms Movement. Courtney explains how the same efficiency and clarity we use at work can transform our home lives. From identifying recurring pain points to creating simple, repeatable systems, she shares how to reduce stress, prevent conflict, and free up energy for what matters most.đ Key Takeaways:â Systems shouldnât just live at work â they can make home life smoother, too.â Start where the pain is: fix the problems that show up daily or cause the most frustration.â Clear roles, repeatable processes, and predictability reduce resentment and chaos at home.đŹ Quotes from Courtney Cecil:â âWhen you get systems right at home, life becomes smoother and more predictable.ââ âStart where the pain is â solve the problems that keep popping up.ââ âProcesses bring clarity and reduce resentment, because everyone knows their role.âđ Resources Mentioned:â Working Moms Movement â Courtneyâs coaching and programsâ â The Life Management System for Working Moms â Courtneyâs podcastâ Heron House Management â Virtual house management for busy families â we handle your to-dos so you can focus on what matters most.đ Full transcript available on our website: www.heronhousemanagement.com/podcast/episode-53đ New episodes every Tuesdayđ Sponsored by Heron House Management
đď¸ Episode 52 â Weekend Planning with Your Partner with Miranda Bayard-ClarkIn this episode, host Hannah Morgan sits down with Miranda Bayard-Clark, a preventative couples coach who helps parents protect and strengthen their relationships. Miranda shares why weekends are a common source of conflict for couples and how a simple Friday check-in can prevent tension and ensure both partnersâ needs are met. Youâll also learn how to handle misalignment in the moment, so weekends feel more restful, balanced, and connected.đ Key Takeaways:â Most weekend conflicts stem from unspoken expectations.â A quick Friday conversation can align priorities and avoid tension.â In-the-moment transparency helps reset when misalignment happens.đŹ Quotes from Miranda Bayard-Clark:â âThe greatest gift you can give your kids is a strong relationship between the two of you.ââ âMost of the conflict occurs on the weekend, because expectations were never communicated.ââ âA simple Friday conversation â âwhat do you hope to get out of the weekend?â â can prevent so much tension.âđ Resources Mentioned:â  Love After Lullabies - Mirandaâs coaching, courses and resourcesâ Heron House Management â Virtual house management for busy families â we handle your to-dos so you can focus on what matters most.đ Full transcript: www.heronhousemanagement.com/podcast/episode-52đ New episodes every Tuesdayđ Sponsored by Heron House Management
đď¸ Episode 51 â Personalizing Time Management with Jill WrightIn this episode, host Hannah Morgan sits down with time management coach and mom of four, Jill Wright. Jill shares how moms can adapt productivity strategies to their real-life circumstances, avoid burnout, and make time management feel supportive rather than stressful. She introduces her four time management archetypes and explains how small, personalized shifts can help you reclaim your time with more ease and confidence.đ Key Takeaways:â Time management is not one-size-fits-all â it needs to adapt to your current season of life.â Knowing your archetype helps you choose strategies that fit your natural strengths and challenges.â Small, consistent changes aligned with your style build habits and free up mental space.đŹ Quotes from Jill Wright:â âSeasons change, and our time management needs to change too.ââ âItâs not about trying all 200 productivity hacksâitâs about finding the three that actually move the needle for you.ââ âWhen your time management aligns with your personality, it doesnât feel like work. It feels like freedom.âđ Resources Mentioned:â Jill Wrightâ â Time management coaching tailored for busy moms â discover your archetype, align habits with your life season, and move forward with clarity and ease.â â Connect with Jill on Instagram â @growlikeamotherâ â â â â â Heron House Managementâ â Virtual house management for busy families â we handle your to-dos so you can focus on what matters most.đ Full transcript available on our website: www.heronhousemanagement.com/podcast/episode-51đ New episodes every Tuesdayđ Sponsored by Heron House Management
đď¸ Episode 50 â Cycle Syncing for Better Balance with Samantha GauntIn this episode, host Hannah Morgan sits down with cycle syncing coach, wife, and mom of five, Samantha Gaunt. Samantha shares how women can align their work and home life with their natural rhythms for greater productivity, less stress, and more balance. From understanding the four phases of the menstrual cycle to learning how to plan tasks, meals, and even social events around your energy, Samantha provides a practical roadmap to thrive without burnout.đ Key Takeaways:â Traditional routines donât always work because womenâs energy naturally shifts throughout the month.â Cycle syncing helps you know when to rest, when to create, and when to connect with others.â Delegation, planning ahead, and honoring your energy level are powerful tools for reducing overwhelm.đŹ Quotes from Samantha Gaunt:â âWhen we try to force ourselves into a one-size-fits-all routine, we end up feeling frustrated, exhausted, and even guilty for not keeping up.ââ âAsking for help isnât weaknessâitâs one of the greatest powers we have as women.ââ âOnce you start syncing your tasks with your cycle, you stop swimming upstream and begin flowing with your natural rhythm.âđ Resources Mentioned:â Samantha on Instagram: @the.samantha.gauntâ https://www.samanthagaunt.com/â Virtual house management for busy families â we handle your to-dos so you can focus on what matters most.đ Full transcript available on our website: www.heronhousemanagement.com/podcast/episode-50đ New episodes every Tuesdayđ Sponsored by Heron House Management
đď¸ Episode 49 â Modeling Setting Healthy Boundaries with Dr. Anne WelshParenting coach and boundaries expert Dr. Anne Welsh joins host Hannah Morgan to share how saying ânoâ can protect your time, reduce stress, and teach your kids to respect their own limits. Together, they explore how daily choices â from PTA sign-ups to household routines â shape the way children learn about balance, priorities, and self-care.đ Key Takeaways:â Boundaries arenât selfish â theyâre a form of modeling healthy behavior for your kidsâ Micro-moments at home shape your childrenâs understanding of roles and responsibilitiesâ A âheck yesâ filter can help you decide which commitments are worth your timeâ Choosing a monthly âtop 3 prioritiesâ keeps you focused and prevents overwhelmđŹ Quotes from Dr. Welsh:âYour limits donât make you a bad mom â they make you human.ââWhen you protect your time, you show your kids itâs okay to do the same.ââYou donât have to carry a list of 300 to-dos â pick your top three and let the rest go.ââThose little daily moments create the foundation for how your kids see boundaries.âđ Resources Mentioned:â Dr. Anne Welshâs coaching servicesâ De-Stress the Nest Podcast Archiveâ â Heron House Management â Virtual house management for busy families â we handle your to-dos so you can focus on what matters most.đ Full transcript available on our website: www.heronhousemanagement.com/podcast/episode-49đ New episodes every Tuesdayđ Sponsored by Heron House Management
đď¸ Episode 48 â Managing (Your Own) Expectations for Success with Liz KentLicensed therapist and maternal mental health coach Liz Kent joins host Hannah Morgan to share how unrealistic expectations can sabotage your confidence, connection, and joy in motherhood. Together, they unpack the pressure to âdo it allâ â and how letting go of perfection can help you feel more grounded, present, and fulfilled at home.đ Key Takeaways:â Unrealistic expectations are often absorbed from culture, family, and social mediaâ Self-compassion is key: Talk to yourself the way you'd talk to a friendâ Everyone's life looks different behind the scenes â your âsuccessâ should, tooâ Letting go of shoulds helps you make confident, aligned decisions for your familyđŹ Quotes from Liz:âWeâre all human â we all fall short sometimes.ââWould you talk to your best friend the way you're talking to yourself?ââMake decisions based on your familyâs needs â not what you think you âshouldâ be doing.ââNobody is doing it all. They might just have more help behind the scenes.âđ Resources Mentioned:â â Liz Kent Coachingâ : Therapy and coaching support for moms navigating the mental loadâ Heron House Management: Virtual house management that helps you simplify your home life so you can focus on what matters mostđ Full transcript available on our website: www.heronhousemanagement.com/podcast/episode-48đ New episodes every Tuesdayđ Sponsored by Heron House Management
đď¸ Episode 47 â Fostering True Connection in Your Marriage with Michelle PurtaIn this episode, marriage coach Michelle Purta shares simple but powerful strategies to reconnect with your partner â even during the chaotic parenting years. From micro-connections to Costco dates, Michelle explains how small, intentional moments can make a big difference in your relationship.đ Key Takeaways:â Donât wait for âsomedayâ to prioritize your marriageâ Micro-connection is the glue between big momentsâ Stronger connection leads to better communicationâ Love languages can be a game changer in daily lifeđŹ Quotes from Michelle:âYour marriage is the foundation of your family.ââConnection doesnât have to be big â it has to be consistent.ââDate night is what you make of it.âđ Resources Mentioned:â Michelle Purta Coaching: marriage coaching and resources for momsâ Love Languages Assessment by Gary Chapmanâ Heron House Management: virtual house management for busy familiesđ Full Transcript: www.heronhousemanagement.com/podcast/episode-47đ Episodes released weekly on Tuesdaysđ Sponsored by Heron House Management
đď¸ Episode 46 â Planning a Stress-Free Vacation with Nick LoperNick Loper from Side Hustle Nation shares his favorite tips for low-stress family travel. Learn how planning ahead and involving your kids can create more joy and fewer meltdowns.đ Key Takeaways:â Planning ahead brings peace of mind and excitementâ Seasonal school breaks help narrow vacation ideasâ Kids stay more engaged when they help planâ Use calendars to reduce decision fatigueđŹ Favorite Quotes:> âIf you donât put it on the calendar, it doesnât happen.â> âAnticipation is half the fun.â> âLet the kids help plan.âđ Resources:â Side Hustle Nation: A community and resource hub for people building extra income streams.â The Side Hustle Show: A podcast featuring stories and tips from successful side hustlers.â Heron House Management: Virtual house management for busy families: we handle your to-dos so you can focus on what matters most.đ Full transcript: https://www.heronhousemanagement.com/podcast/episode-46đ New episodes every Tuesday đ Sponsored by Heron House Management
đď¸ Episode 45 â Tools for Dealing with Parenting Conflict with Lisa ReicheltParenting coach Lisa Reichelt shares 5 practical strategies to reduce conflict and create more calm at home. Learn how your response shapes your childâs behaviorâand why silence, empathy, and questions are powerful tools.đ Key Takeaways:â Lower your voice to de-escalateâ Create silence to spark reflectionâ Ask questions to give kids ownershipâ Lead with empathy, not reactivityđŹ Quotes from Lisa:> âYour child will respond differently when you respond differently.â > âSilence is powerful â it gives your child space to reflect.â > âEmpathy isnât giving in â itâs role modeling right relationships.âđ Resources:Champion Your Parenting â Coaching, tools, and support to help parents reduce conflict and build strong, lasting relationships with their kids.Heron House Managementâ  â Virtual house management for busy families: we handle your to-dos so you can focus on what matters most.đ Full Transcript:Read the full transcript HEREđ Episodes released weekly on Tuesdaysđ Sponsored by Heron House Management
đď¸ Episode 44 â Aligning Our Time to Our Values with Courtney CecilIn this episode, coach and podcast host Courtney Cecil shares how working parents can align their time with what matters most. Learn how defining your family values can lead to less stress, clearer decision-making, and more meaningful time.đ Key Takeaways: â Your time, money, and energy should reflect your values â Aligning with your partner helps reduce conflict â Start with your long-term vision, then work backward â Say no with confidence by knowing what youâre saying yes to đŹ Quotes from Courtney: > âKnowing your values leads to time freedom.â > âYou donât need to do it all â just do what aligns.â > âStart with the end in mind.âđ Resources Mentioned: Working Moms Movement â Courtneyâs coaching and programsThe Life Management System for Working Moms â Courtneyâs podcastHeron House Management â Virtual house management for busy families: we handle your to-dos so you can focus on what matters most.đ Full Transcript: Read the full transcript HEREđ Episodes released weekly on Tuesdaysđ Sponsored by Heron House Management
In this insightful episode of Destress The Nest, host Hannah Morgan welcomes Paige Connell, a working mother of four and viral content creator known for her candid, relatable take on the mental load of motherhood. Together, they dive deep into what mental load really meansâhow it manifests in families, why it so often falls on women, and how couples can begin the work of redistributing it more equitably. Paige shares personal stories, practical tools, and honest advice that every overwhelmed parent needs to hear.Key TakeawaysMental load is the invisible, nonstop cognitive and emotional labor of running a household, often falling disproportionately on women.There's a big difference between doing the task and anticipating, coordinating, and managing the task.Many couples talk past each other about mental load because they donât have shared language or clear goals.Making the invisible work visibleâthrough lists, tools like the Fair Play method, or regular check-insâis the first step to change.Equity doesnât always mean doing 50/50. Sometimes the goal is acknowledgment, time equity, or simply the ability to be present after a long day.These dynamics extend beyond parenting and romantic relationshipsâthey show up in workplaces, friendships, and family systems too.QuotesâMental load is a running to-do list in your brain that never gets shorterâit only gets longer.ââI realized I was already doing the work of a house managerâI just wasnât getting paid for it.ââOften, men think theyâre sharing the load equally, but thereâs a disconnect between doing and planning.ââIf youâre always the one buying the Motherâs Day gift and collecting the Venmosâthatâs mental load, too.ââYou canât fix what you canât seeâmake the invisible visible.ââBefore you redistribute the work, get on the same page about what success looks like.âResources MentionedFair Play Method by Eve Rodsky â fairplaylife.comReminders app, shared spreadsheets, and simple tools to make invisible labor visiblePaigeâs Instagram and TikTok for ongoing mental load conversations and content: @sheisapaigeturner Heron House Management for support reducing the mental load at homeSubscribe & Leave a Review:If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review on Spotify, iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and continue to bring you valuable content!Episodes Released Weekly on TuesdaysThis episode of De-Stress the Nest is sponsored by Heron House Management.
SummaryIn this episode of De-Stress the Nest, host Hannah Morgan sits down with Miranda, a preventative couples coach who helps parents strengthen their relationship before stress and resentment take root. Miranda introduces a practical, weekly ritual for couplesâa relationship check-in that helps reduce conflict, clarify expectations, and build emotional intimacy. She breaks down each part of the ritual, shares tips for making it approachable (even fun!), and explains why this simple habit can have a powerful impact on your family dynamic.Key TakeawaysRelationships often decline after kidsânot due to lack of love, but from stress and disconnection. Preventative habits help preserve emotional closeness.A weekly ritual that includes appreciation, household management, emotional repair, accountability, and planning for fun can significantly reduce stress and misunderstandings.Framing the check-in as a helpful, low-pressure experiment can make partners more open to trying it.Customizing the check-in to fit your relationship needs is keyâwhether youâre navigating parenting, big life decisions, or just staying connected.Couples who do this consistently report fewer conflicts, more clarity, and deeper emotional connection.Quotes from the EpisodeâThe greatest gift you can give your kids is a solid relationship between the two of you.ââThis one small weekly habit can drastically decrease your stress levels as a couple.ââWhen you lay out expectations together, you avoid so many of the little resentments that build up.ââIâm moving from being a marriage saver to a divorce preventerâgetting to couples before they hit the breaking point.ââIf both people want to stay together, itâs absolutely doable. You just need tools.âResources MentionedIf Youâre In My Office, Itâs Already Too Late by James J. Sexton (book)Heron House Management for support reducing the mental load at homeWant to try the check-in? Miranda recommends setting the mood with a glass of wine or takeout and following her simple agenda: appreciations, logistics, emotional repair, accountability, and something fun to look forward to.Subscribe & Leave a Review:If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review on Spotify, iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and continue to bring you valuable content!Episodes Released Weekly on TuesdaysThis episode of De-Stress the Nest is sponsored by Heron House Management.About Heron House Management:Heron House Managementâ is a virtual house management service that takes the stress out of your busy life by taking on your mental load and managing your To Do list. We provide fractional virtual house management for busy families at 10, 15 and 20+ hours/month.Meal planning, signing up for kids activities, scheduling doctor's appointments, finding a house cleaner, planning your kid's birthday party, getting quotes for that home renovation pro
In this episode of De-Stress The Nest, host Hannah Morgan sits down with Alyssa Wolffâhomeschooling mom of fiveâ who shares her practical and refreshing approach to self-care for working parents. She introduces the idea of prioritizing personal time before the second shift begins, offering realistic ways to build quiet, restorative rhythms into your dayâno matter your childrenâs ages or your work schedule.Key TakeawaysTake your primary self-care break before transitioning into the evening caregiving âsecond shift.âUse nap or quiet time intentionally, not for chores or productivity, but to truly recharge.Brand quiet time as a treat for kids to foster independence and cooperation.Even working parents can carve out post-work recharge time by adjusting routines and meal prep.Self-care isnât selfishâitâs necessary for being present and patient with your family.QuotesâThis is not time to clean the house. This is time to send everyone to their roomsâpeace and quiet for everyone.ââIf you donât fill your cup before the second shift starts, youâre running on empty by bedtime.ââQuiet time isnât punishmentâitâs a privilege. You just have to brand it that way.âResources MentionedHeron House Management â Support for working parentsâThe Second Shiftâ book by Arlie HochschildBreathwork, meditation, and mindset practices (no specific tools named, but mentioned as part of Alyssaâs routine)Subscribe & Leave a Review:If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review on Spotify, iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and continue to bring you valuable content!Episodes Released Weekly on TuesdaysThis episode of De-Stress the Nest is sponsored by Heron House Management.About Heron House Management:Heron House Managementâ is a virtual house management service that takes the stress out of your busy life by taking on your mental load and managing your To Do list. We provide fractional virtual house management for busy families at 10, 15 and 20+ hours/month.Meal planning, signing up for kids activities, scheduling doctor's appointments, finding a house cleaner, planning your kid's birthday party, getting quotes for that home renovation project, or scheduling a monthly date night with your significant other and so much more. We do it all!
In this episode of Destress The Nest, host Hannah Morgan sits down with time management coach and mother of four, Jill Wright, to dive into the surprisingly powerful concept of âTime Confetti.â Coined by author Brigid Schulte, time confetti refers to the scattered pockets of downtime we all experience throughout the day â waiting in line, sitting in the school pickup lane, or microwaving lunch. Jill reframes this often-overlooked concept as a tool for busy moms (and anyone, really!) to reclaim their time, improve productivity, and integrate meaningful self-care without carving out hours from their schedule.Key TakeawaysTime confetti is made up of small, scattered pockets of time we often overlook.Recognizing and intentionally using these moments can dramatically improve both productivity and well-being.Creating a âTime Confetti Listâ in your phone with 5â10 minute tasks can help you quickly act instead of defaulting to phone scrolling.You can use these time pockets for self-care (meditation, stretching, journaling) or admin tasks (signing school forms, replying to quick emails).Alternating between rest and productivity based on your energy levels helps maintain a balanced nervous system.Strategic micro-rest throughout the day can be more effective than trying to recharge only after you're completely depleted.QuotesâWe donât need more timeâwe need to see the time we already have.ââRest is productive. But so is knocking out admin tasks that drain your mental load.ââItâs not about carving out a girlsâ weekend. Itâs about a five-minute recharge that keeps your day on track.ââYou donât have to choose between being productive and taking care of yourself â time confetti lets you do both.âResources MentionedOverwhelmed: Work, Love, and Play When No One Has the Time by Brigid SchulteResearch by Harvard behavioral scientist Ashley Whillans on time perception and leisureNotes app tip: Create two âTime Confettiâ lists â one for self-care and one for admin tasksâ Connect with Jill Wrightâ Subscribe & Leave a Review:If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review on Spotify, iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and continue to bring you valuable content!Episodes Released Weekly on TuesdaysThis episode of Destress the Nest is sponsored by Heron House Management.About Heron House Management:Heron House Managementâ is a virtual house management service that takes the stress out of your busy life by taking on your mental load and managing your To Do list. We provide fractional virtual house management for busy families at 10, 15 and 20+ hours/month.Meal planning, signing up for kids activities, scheduling doctor's appointments, finding a house cleaner, planning your kid's birthday party, getting quotes for that home renovation project, or scheduling a monthly date night with your significant other and so much more. We do it all!
In this empowering episode of Destress The Nest, host Hannah Morgan sits down with marriage coach Michelle Purta to explore the radical yet transformative concept of loving yourself mostâespecially after becoming a parent. Michelle shares how prioritizing your own well-being isnât selfishâitâs the foundation for deepening intimacy, improving communication, and reigniting joy in your relationship. Tune in for a refreshing perspective on how self-love can create more connection, patience, and fulfillment in both marriage and motherhood.Key TakeawaysLoving yourself most is not selfishâitâs essential for healthy relationships.When you take care of your needs, you increase your capacity for patience, compassion, and joy.Self-love empowers you to advocate for your needs, set boundaries, and have deeper intimacy.Many women lose their sense of self in motherhood; reconnecting with who you are is critical for a thriving marriage.Ask yourself: Am I designing my life, or just living out a script handed to me?QuotesâWhen we love ourselves most, we truly embody kindnessânot just for others, but for ourselves.ââThings go from romance to responsibility so quickly after kids, but that doesnât mean love has to fade.ââWeâve been taught to run ourselves ragged for everyone elseâwhat if thereâs a better way?ââWhen you know yourself deeply, you become magneticâyou radiate joy, creativity, and compassion.ââYou canât be fully known and loved in a marriage if you donât even know who you are.âResources MentionedLearn more about Michelle Purtaâs coaching services and how she helps moms and couples reignite their marriages at michellepurtacoaching.com.Follow Michelle on Instagram for relationship tips and inspiration: @michellepurtacoachingSubscribe & Leave a Review:If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review on Spotify, iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and continue to bring you valuable content!Episodes Released Weekly on TuesdaysThis episode of Destress the Nest is sponsored by Heron House Management.About Heron House Management:Heron House Managementâ is a virtual house management service that takes the stress out of your busy life by taking on your mental load and managing your To Do list. We provide fractional virtual house management for busy families at 10, 15 and 20+ hours/month.Meal planning, signing up for kids activities, scheduling doctor's appointments, finding a house cleaner, planning your kid's birthday party, getting quotes for that home renovation project, or scheduling a monthly date night with your significant other and so much more. We do it all!
In this episode of Destress The Nest, host Hannah Morgan is joined by Dana Baker-Williams, an ADHD and anxiety coach for parents, teens, and young adults. Dana shares practical strategies for creating âbrain backupsâ to support executive functioning and reduce family tension. From visual aids to consistent routines, Dana offers simple yet powerful tools to help both parents and children thrive, especially in households managing ADHD or anxiety.Key TakeawaysWhy Brain Backups Matter: People with ADHD often struggle with working memory. Visual and external reminders are essential to support follow-through.Make it Visible: Use whiteboards, sticky notes, color-coded folders, and written schedules to keep important information front and center.Establish Zones & Routines: Designated âlanding zonesâ for backpacks, keys, and shoes help reduce daily chaos.Create External Accountability: Replace willpower with systemsâlike chore reminders via Alexa, or schedules posted in common areasâto reduce nagging and missed tasks.Prepare for Transitions: Kids with ADHD and anxiety need time and clarity. A visible weekly schedule can ease stress and avoid meltdowns.Involve Kids Early: Even young children benefit from predictable routines and can be taught to engage with visual schedules as they grow.QuotesâIf you have ADHD, you need a backup system because out of sight really is out of mind.ââVisual reminders are a giftâwhiteboards, sticky notes, and color-coded folders give working memory a break.ââInstead of relying on your willpower, rely on your habits and routines.ââWe canât just expect our kids to try harder. We have to give them the tools to succeed.âResources MentionedDanaâs website: parentinginreallife.orgTools mentioned: whiteboards, sticky notes, Alexa reminders, Skylight calendar, chore zonesTip: Write out weekly family schedules on Sundays using chalkboards, whiteboards, or printed templatesSubscribe & Leave a Review:If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review on Spotify, iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and continue to bring you valuable content!Episodes Released Weekly on TuesdaysThis episode of Destress the Nest is sponsored by Heron House Management.About Heron House Management:Heron House Managementâ is a virtual house management service that takes the stress out of your busy life by taking on your mental load and managing your To Do list. We provide fractional virtual house management for busy families at 10, 15 and 20+ hours/month.Meal planning, signing up for kids activities, scheduling doctor's appointments, finding a house cleaner, planning your kid's birthday party, getting quotes for that home renovation project, or scheduling a monthly date night with your significant other and so much more. We do it all!
In this episode of Destress The Nest, host Hannah Morgan sits down with Brian Page, founder of Modern Husbands, to explore how dual-career couples can more effectively manage money and household responsibilities as a team. Brian shares practical strategies, including the HALT method and weekly money check-ins, to reduce financial tension and strengthen relationships. He also opens up about his own financial personality and how he and his wife navigate emotional triggers around money. If youâve ever argued with your partner about spendingâor avoided the topic altogetherâthis episode offers a thoughtful roadmap for turning those conversations into moments of connection.Key Takeaways:- Use the HALT method (Hungry, Angry, Lonely, Tired) to avoid emotionally charged money talks.- Schedule financial conversations proactivelyâideally on weekend mornings when you're rested and calm.- Transparency and regularity in financial discussions are key, especially in dual-income households.- Couples often have different financial personalities (e.g., spender vs. saver) that need understanding and accommodation.- Aligning spending decisions with long-term values can reduce stress and improve relational harmony.- Living simply and prioritizing financial independence offers more freedom and less daily overwhelm.Quotes from the Episode:- âIf your emotions are high, your cognition is going to be low.â- âYouâre not just talking about moneyâyouâre talking about whether you're living your life on purpose.â- âIt cannot be a conversation where your kids are next to you. Thatâs a disaster.â- âMoney is just a tool. If youâre not making spending decisions on purpose, youâre missing out on better ways to use it.â- âLiving more simply and having enough money to be completely freeâthatâs buying yourself happiness.âResources Mentioned:- Modern Husbands â Brianâs platform supporting dual-career couples with household and money management.- HALT Method â A communication technique for managing emotional states.- Tiller â A financial tool Brian and his wife use for budgeting and transparency.- JL Collins â Referred to as the "godfather" of the Financial Independence (FI) movement.- FIRE Movement â Financial Independence, Retire Early framework.Subscribe & Leave a Review:If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review on Spotify, iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and continue to bring you valuable content!Episodes Released Weekly on TuesdaysThis episode of Destress the Nest is sponsored by Heron House Management.About Heron House Management:Heron House Managementâ is a virtual house management service that takes the stress out of your busy life by taking on your mental load and managing your To Do list. We provide fractional virtual house management for busy families at 10, 15 and 20+ hours/month.Meal planning, signing up for kids activities, scheduling doctor's appointments, finding a house cleaner, planning your kid's birthday party, getting quotes for that home renovation project, or scheduling a monthly date night with your significant other and so much more. We do it all!
Summary:In this episode, Hannah welcomes Shivani, a busy mom working in the fast-paced Bay Area tech industry, to talk about how she manages stress and avoids burnout through intentional home organization and decluttering. Shivani shares her twice-yearly condo sweeps, her smart use of mind maps and digital tracking, and how participating in Buy Nothing groups has helped her build community and minimize clutter.Key Takeaways:Decluttering twice a year, during season changes, creates a major reset for both home and mental clarity.Creating a mind map of your home and listing every space that can collect clutter helps remove overwhelm from the process.Using a simple "donate, trash, keep" system streamlines decluttering decisions.Shivani recommends donating through Buy Nothing groups for higher emotional ROI compared to selling items.Weekly mini-decluttering (like Shivaniâs Sunday morning routine) keeps clutter from building up.Inventory management can include digital notes tracking the last use of items, making decisions easier over time.Building a system for acquiring fewer new items is as important as decluttering old ones.Quotes:"Itâs required. I can either live with clutter and be stressed, or declutter and have more peace.""When money is involved, people act entitled. When gifting through Buy Nothing, thereâs gratitude and community.""Mind mapping my inventory turned something overwhelming into something manageable.""Time is as valuable as money. Negotiating on Facebook Marketplace wasnât worth it for me."Resource Mentioned:Buy Nothing Project (Facebook Groups and local chapters)Freecycle Subscribe & Leave a Review:If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review on Spotify, iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and continue to bring you valuable content!Episodes Released Weekly on TuesdaysThis episode of Destress the Nest is sponsored by Heron House Management.