Creating a relaxed & fun summer with your kids

06/14/24 • 15 min

Mom Life Handbook: Your support system for modern motherhood

Feeling overwhelmed by the sudden chaos of summer break? Join me in this episode as we dive into practical ways to reclaim your time and sanity, making this summer not only manageable but truly enjoyable.

Whether you're juggling activities, looking to create meaningful moments with your kids, or simply trying to find a balance between fun & responsibilities, this episode is packed with insights tailored just for you. Let’s explore how to embrace a more relaxed, connected, and fulfilling summer together.

Tune in and discover strategies that will help you feel more in control & present—without adding extra stress to your plate.

In the time it takes you to do the dishes, you’ll hear practical tips & heartwarming advice on navigating a busy summer with ease—

👉🏼 How to bring a sense of calm and manage your family's busy schedule without feeling overwhelmed.

👉🏼 Simple, spontaneous activities to strengthen your connection with your kids, creating memorable moments without extensive planning.

👉🏼 Strategies to balance fun & necessary tasks, ensuring both productivity and relaxation are part of your summer.

👉🏼 Encouragement to embrace flexibility & self-care, making sure you have time to recharge amidst the busyness of summer.

Resources Mentioned In This Episode:

✉️ Want first access to the summer quiz? Joining my email list at https://www.momlifehandbook.com/newsletter

Related Links:

🍉 Want to simplify meals this summer? Tune in to this episode for my go-to tips that I fall back on year after year!

📅 Ready to plan a simple daily schedule to bring some structure to your summer? This podcast episode is going to give you the foundational building blocks to get started!

Tune in and discover strategies that will help you feel more in control & present—without adding extra stress to your plate.

In the time it takes you to do the dishes, you’ll hear practical tips & heartwarming advice on navigating a busy summer with ease—

👉🏼 How to bring a sense of calm and manage your family's busy schedule without feeling overwhelmed.

👉🏼 Simple, spontaneous activities to strengthen your connection with your kids, creating memorable moments without extensive planning.

👉🏼 Strategies to balance fun & necessary tasks, ensuring both productivity and relaxation are part of your summer.

👉🏼 Encouragement to embrace flexibility & self-care, making sure you have time to recharge amidst the busyness of summer.

Resources Mentioned In This Episode:

✉️ Want first access to the summer quiz? Joining my email list at https://www.momlifehandbook.com/newsletter

Related Links:

🍉 Want to simplify meals this summer? Tune in to this episode for my go-to tips that I fall back on year after year!

📅 Ready to plan a simple daily schedule to bring some structure to your summer? This podcast episode is going to give you the foundational building blocks to get started!

Previous Episode

5 Ways to Lighten Your Mental Load with Just $100 A Week Pt. 2

Ever felt like no matter how many productivity hacks or systems you try, your to-do list just keeps growing? Many of us struggle to manage the ever-growing demands of motherhood & find time for what truly lights us up inside.

This episode has 5 practical ways to changing that narrative. Tune in for a practical, budget-friendly approach to outsourcing that doesn’t just cut costs—it cuts down on stress & mental load, too.

To feel less overwhelmed and more in control, tune in to simplify the complex world of mom life together, making it a little less complicated and a lot more joyful.

Resources Mentioned In This Episode:

Need to free up $100 a week to afford these resources? Tune in to part 1 of this series where I teach you exactly how to set aside the extra cash so you can lighten the mental load guilt-free.
Want tips to manage the mental load more effectively? Check out this 3-part series designed to give you practical support in better understanding the sources of stress in your life as a mom & how to get your nervous system out of its constant stress state.
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Next Episode

These 5 myths stress moms out every summer

Have you been feeling the pressure to make every summer exciting & endlessly fun for your kids? It's time to take a step back & breathe.

If I had to guess, you've probably felt overwhelmed trying to achieve the perfect summer,—comparing your family to those seemingly perfect snapshots we've all been seeing on Instagram.

But it's exhausting, isn't it?

Which is why this episode is all about debunking the myths I see too many moms buying into that are making summers way more stressful than they need to be.

By the end of this episode, you'll feel a sense of relief & peace of mind, knowing that you can have a fulfilling summer—without the stress or guilt.

In the time it takes you to get to work after camp drop-off, you'll discover refreshing insights on debunking summer myths for a stress-free season—

👉🏼 Find genuine ways to simplify summer, easing the pressure of social media expectations.

👉🏼 Learn how to create an enjoyable & balanced summer without feeling like you need to do it all.

👉🏼 Discover how to design a summer that prioritizes both your children’s happiness & your own peace of mind—simultaneously.

Resources Mentioned In This Episode:

☀️ Want my summer success system? Check out the No-Stress Summers handbook designed with everything you need to create a calmer, more enjoyable summer at home with your kids.

Related Links:

🍉 Want to simplify meals this summer? Tune in to this episode for my go-to tips that I fall back on year after year!

📅 Ready to plan a simple daily schedule to bring some structure to your summer? This podcast episode is going to give you the foundational building blocks to get started!