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• All Is Calm(ish): Niro Feliciano on Managing Holiday Stress and Overwhelm (EP419)

  The holidays may look merry and bright, but for many of us they feel overwhelming, chaotic, and emotionally draining. In this episode, psychotherapist and TODAY show contributor Niro Feliciano joins me to unpack why this season triggers so much stress—and how we can approach it with more calm, clarity, and intention. Niro, author of All Is Calmish, shares practical tools for navigating family tension, grief, unrealistic expectations, financial pressure, and the relentless push to create “magic.” If you’ve ever felt stretched thin during the holidays, this conversation offers encouragement and simple shifts to help you feel less frantic and more grounded.Links Discussed in This Episode |Diane's Resource: Why is hanging out so hard? How we lost the art of the last minute planNiro's Resource: Find a TherapistConnect with Niro:InstagramWebsiteBook: All Is Calmish: How to Feel Less Frantic and More Festive During the HolidaysAbout Niro |Niro Feliciano is a psychotherapist and an expert on anxiety, stress, and relationships. She holds a master's degree from Columbia University and is the author of This Book Won't Make You Happy and All Is Calmish. She is a frequent guest on the TODAY show and her column, "Is This Normal?" appears on Today.com. Her work has appeared in publications such as Real Simple, Oprah Daily, the New York Times, HuffPost, and Psychology Today. Feliciano is a first-generation Sri Lankan American and lives with her family in Connecticut.Episode Sponsors |The Minimalist Moms Podcast would not be possible without the support of weekly sponsors. Choosing brands that I believe in is important to me. I only want to recommend brands that I believe may help you in your daily life. As always, never feel pressured into buying anything. Remember: if you don't need it, it's not a good deal!Enjoy the Podcast?Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning into this podcast, then do not hesitate to write a review. You can also share this with your fellow mothers so that they can be inspired to think more and do with less. Order (or review) my book, Minimalist Moms: Living & Parenting With Simplicity.Questions |You can contact me through my website, find me on Instagram, Pinterest or like The Minimalist Moms Page on Facebook.Checkout the podcast storefront for recommendations from Diane.If you’ve been struggling with motivation to declutter or work through bad habits that keep you stuck, I’d love to help you achieve your goals! We’ll work together (locally or virtually) to discover what areas in your life are high priority to get you feeling less overwhelmed right away.  For more info on my processes, fees, and availability please contact!Our Sponsors:* Check out Acorns Early: https://acornsearly.com/MINIMALISTMOMS* Check out Bioma Health and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://gobioma.com/MINIMALIST* Check out Everyday Dose and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://everydaydose.com* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/MINIMALIST* Check out PharmaNutra and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://pharmanutra-us.com* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/minimalistSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/minimalist-moms-podcast-simple-living-for-overwhelmed-moms/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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• 5 Simple Ways to Help Kids Eat More Fruits & Vegetables | Brittany Shaver (EP418) [Sponsored by Washington Red Raspberries]

  Today’s guest says the problem isn’t that kids hate fruits and vegetables—it’s that we’ve forgotten how to make healthy food simple, fun, and actually doable. She’s on a mission to help families ditch the guilt and perfectionism around food and find joy in feeding their bodies well again. Brittany Shaver, mom of three and head of content at Clean Food Dirty Girl, joins me to talk about simple, realistic ways to get your family eating more fruits and vegetables without stress, shame, or chaos. In this episode, we unpack what it means to lead by example, let go of “perfect eating,” and build healthy habits that last. If you’ve ever felt stuck between wanting to eat better and just trying to survive dinner time, this conversation will help you find the sweet spot between healthy and human.This episode is sponsored by Washington Red Raspberries.Links Discussed in This Episode |Diane's Resource: Weekly Snack BinsBook: The Soup BookBlog Post: Plant-Based on a BudgetBook: Cook Once, Eat All WeekDocumentaries: Forks Over Knives | What the HealthBook: Sacred Cow: The Case for (Better) Meat: Why Well-Raised Meat Is Good for You and Good for the PlanetCopia FarmSouper CubesConnect with Brittany:WebsiteInstagramPodcastAbout Brittany |Brittany Shaver is the head of content and design for Clean Food Dirty Girl, a woman-owned company specializing in whole-food plant-based meal plans. She's a mom of three living south of Seattle in a 900-square-foot home where she tries to find her inner minimalist. When she’s not designing something to help people eat more plants at work, you’ll find her baking sourdough or exploring the Pacific Northwest.Episode Sponsors |The Minimalist Moms Podcast would not be possible without the support of weekly sponsors. Choosing brands that I believe in is important to me. I only want to recommend brands that I believe may help you in your daily life. As always, never feel pressured into buying anything. Remember: if you don't need it, it's not a good deal!Enjoy the Podcast?Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning into this podcast, then do not hesitate to write a review. You can also share this with your fellow mothers so that they can be inspired to think more and do with less. Order (or review) my book, Minimalist Moms: Living & Parenting With Simplicity.Questions |You can contact me through my website, find me on Instagram, Pinterest or like The Minimalist Moms Page on Facebook.Checkout the podcast storefront for recommendations from Diane.If you’ve been struggling with motivation to declutter or work through bad habits that keep you stuck, I’d love to help you achieve your goals! We’ll work together (locally or virtually) to discover what areas in your life are high priority to get you feeling less overwhelmed right away.  For more info on my processes, fees, and availability please contact!Our Sponsors:* Check out Acorns Early: https://acornsearly.com/MINIMALISTMOMS* Check out Bioma Health and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://gobioma.com/MINIMALIST* Check out Everyday Dose and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://everydaydose.com* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/MINIMALIST* Check out PharmaNutra and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://pharmanutra-us.com* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/minimalistSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/minimalist-moms-podcast-simple-living-for-overwhelmed-moms/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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• [REPLAY] Declutter Your Bedroom (& Reclaim Tranquility) for Better Sleep | Terry Cralle

  Setting your intentions to get regular quality sleep takes some work. From changing lifestyle habits to being mindful of your sleep hygiene, there are a lot of factors to consider in the quest to get better rest – including creating a tranquil space to slip into deep, restorative sleep. However, the bedroom tends to be a catchall for the day, including discarded clothes, bags, shoes, accessories, a workspace and more. Can all this clutter disrupt your sleep? Probably not – but it can disrupt your peace of mind. This is where Terry Craelle, RN, sleep expert and representative of the Better Sleep Council comes in! Today Terry answers the questions: Does a messy/disorganized bedroom actually affect one’s sleep? What are some other tips for “tidying” your sleep rituals? What's sleep hygiene? If someone is overwhelmed with all the advice, what’s *one thing* they can start doing tonight to tidy their sleep habits? Terry’s goal is to share clever hacks for decluttering your bedroom and reclaiming your zone of relaxation to sleep soundly!-------------------------------Links Discussed in This EpisodeOrder a Copy of Minimalist Moms: Living and Parenting with SimplicityConnect with Terry:Instagram | FacebookBetter Sleep Council (BSC)Episode Sponsors |The Minimalist Moms Podcast would not be possible without the support of weekly sponsors. Choosing brands that I believe in is important to me. I only want to recommend brands that I believe may help you in your daily life. As always, never feel pressured into buying anything. Remember: if you don't need it, it's not a good deal!Enjoy the Podcast?Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning into this podcast, then do not hesitate to write a review. You can also share this with your fellow mothers so that they can be inspired to think more and do with less. Order (or review) my book, Minimalist Moms: Living & Parenting With Simplicity.Questions |You can contact me through my website, find me on Instagram, Pinterest or like The Minimalist Moms Page on Facebook.Checkout the podcast storefront for recommendations from Diane.If you’ve been struggling with motivation to declutter or work through bad habits that keep you stuck, I’d love to help you achieve your goals! We’ll work together (locally or virtually) to discover what areas in your life are high priority to get you feeling less overwhelmed right away.  For more info on my processes, fees, and availability please contact!Our Sponsors:* Check out Acorns Early: https://acornsearly.com/MINIMALISTMOMS* Check out Bioma Health and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://gobioma.com/MINIMALIST* Check out Everyday Dose and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://everydaydose.com* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/MINIMALIST* Check out PharmaNutra and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://pharmanutra-us.com* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/minimalistSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/minimalist-moms-podcast-simple-living-for-overwhelmed-moms/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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• How to Read the Bible Without a Theology Degree (& Actually Enjoy It) | Faith Womack (Bonus Episode)

  For those that are new around here, I release bonus episodes that serve a niche part of my audience, I have listeners of all faith backgrounds that listen to the podcast. This episode is coming from a christian perspective so if that’s something that doesn’t fit what you’re looking for, check out the other episodes that dropped this week or join me back here next Tuesday for a conversation that you don’t want to miss!Today’s guest says the Bible was never meant to be boring—it’s that we’ve forgotten how to read it with curiosity and context. Author and content creator Faith Womack, founder of Bible Nerd Ministries and author of No More Boring Bible Study, is on a mission to help everyday Christians rediscover Scripture as a living story, not a rulebook. In this episode, we talk about breaking free from spiritual burnout, understanding literary genres in the Bible, and how to bring your faith back to life—without needing a theology degree. If you’ve ever felt disconnected from Scripture or unsure where to start, this conversation will remind you that God’s Word was written for you, not just scholars.Links Discussed in This Episode |Connect with Faith:InstagramYoutubeBook: No More Boring Bible StudyAbout Faith |Faith Womack is the founder of Bible Nerd Ministries and a content creator passionate about helping Christians rediscover their love for Scripture. Her online courses, Bible Study Bootcamp and Theology Bootcamp, have reached thousands of students, and her Bible study content has inspired over 10 million viewers across Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. Her debut book, No More Boring Bible Study (Zondervan, November 2025), helps readers see why taking Scripture seriously is easier—and more exciting—than they think. Faith holds degrees in biblical and theological studies from Covenant College and Erskine Seminary. When she’s not teaching, she enjoys hiking, crafting, and drinking way too much coffee with her family.Episode Sponsors |The Minimalist Moms Podcast would not be possible without the support of weekly sponsors. Choosing brands that I believe in is important to me. I only want to recommend brands that I believe may help you in your daily life. As always, never feel pressured into buying anything. Remember: if you don't need it, it's not a good deal!Enjoy the Podcast?Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning into this podcast, then do not hesitate to write a review. You can also share this with your fellow mothers so that they can be inspired to think more and do with less. Order (or review) my book, Minimalist Moms: Living & Parenting With Simplicity.Questions |You can contact me through my website, find me on Instagram, Pinterest or like The Minimalist Moms Page on Facebook.Checkout the podcast storefront for recommendations from Diane.If you’ve been struggling with motivation to declutter or work through bad habits that keep you stuck, I’d love to help you achieve your goals! We’ll work together (locally or virtually) to discover what areas in your life are high priority to get you feeling less overwhelmed right away.  For more info on my processes, fees, and availability please contact!Our Sponsors:* Check out Acorns Early: https://acornsearly.com/MINIMALISTMOMS* Check out Bioma Health and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://gobioma.com/MINIMALIST* Check out Everyday Dose and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://everydaydose.com* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/MINIMALIST* Check out PharmaNutra and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://pharmanutra-us.com* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/minimalistSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/minimalist-moms-podcast-simple-living-for-overwhelmed-moms/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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• Creating Digital Boundaries When Offline Isn't an Option | Dr. Kaitlyn Regehr (EP417)

  We’re all using — and parenting around — a technology we didn’t grow up with, so it makes sense that we feel overwhelmed. In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Kaitlyn Regehr, researcher, professor, and author of Smartphone Nation, to talk about how we can move from feeling powerless to empowered in our digital lives. Dr. Regehr introduces her groundbreaking concept of “digital nutrition,” a framework that helps us understand which types of screen time nourish us — and which quietly drain our energy, focus, and joy. Together, we explore how to set thoughtful tech boundaries, guide our kids toward healthy digital habits, and reclaim presence and peace in a hyperconnected world.Links Discussed in This Episode |Diane's Resource: Post - Convenience Culture is Making Us MeanerConnect with Dr. Kaitlyn Regehr:WebsiteInstagramBook: Smartphone Nation: Building Digital Boundaries When Offline Isn't an Option About Dr. Kaitlyn Regehr |Dr. Kaitlyn Regehr is a world-renowned expert on the cultural impacts of social media. She’s an Associate Professor and the Program Director of Digital Humanities at University College London. Dr. Regehr appears regularly in the media as an expert on this subject, including on BBC News, ITV, BBC Women’s Hour, Channel 4 and in The Economist. She is a prominent voice in the media, a key influence in public policy circles, and a mother of two.Episode Sponsors |The Minimalist Moms Podcast would not be possible without the support of weekly sponsors. Choosing brands that I believe in is important to me. I only want to recommend brands that I believe may help you in your daily life. As always, never feel pressured into buying anything. Remember: if you don't need it, it's not a good deal!Enjoy the Podcast?Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning into this podcast, then do not hesitate to write a review. You can also share this with your fellow mothers so that they can be inspired to think more and do with less. Order (or review) my book, Minimalist Moms: Living & Parenting With Simplicity.Questions |You can contact me through my website, find me on Instagram, Pinterest or like The Minimalist Moms Page on Facebook.Checkout the podcast storefront for recommendations from Diane.If you’ve been struggling with motivation to declutter or work through bad habits that keep you stuck, I’d love to help you achieve your goals! We’ll work together (locally or virtually) to discover what areas in your life are high priority to get you feeling less overwhelmed right away.  For more info on my processes, fees, and availability please contact!Our Sponsors:* Check out Acorns Early: https://acornsearly.com/MINIMALISTMOMS* Check out Bioma Health and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://gobioma.com/MINIMALIST* Check out Everyday Dose and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://everydaydose.com* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/MINIMALIST* Check out PharmaNutra and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://pharmanutra-us.com* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/minimalistSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/minimalist-moms-podcast-simple-living-for-overwhelmed-moms/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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