Episode 59 – Gender Inequality in the Mental Load at Home with Paige Connell

In this episode, host Hannah Morgan talks with content creator and thought leader Paige Connell about how gender equity and the mental load of parenting are deeply intertwined. Paige shares how societal expectations and systemic barriers contribute to women carrying more unpaid labor at home — and what it takes to create more equitable partnerships that value everyone’s time equally.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

– Gender equity at home and work are deeply connected.

– Unpaid labor must be valued the same as paid time.

– Open, blame-free conversations are key to lasting change.

📚 Resources Mentioned:

– Paige Connell (@sheisapaigeturner)

– Heron House Management⁠⁠ 

📝 Full transcript available at:

www.heronhousemanagement.com/podcast/episode-59

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🎙️ Episode 58 – The Mental Load of Managing Your Kids’ Wardrobe with Stacey Blea

In this episode, host Hannah Morgan talks with Stacey Blea, founder of ThreadCount, about the invisible mental load parents carry when managing their kids’ clothes. Stacey shares the systems that inspired her to build a practical, time-saving app to track what your children have, what they need, and where it’s stored — helping families save time, money, and mental energy.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

– Managing kids’ clothing is an ongoing mental load for parents.

– Treating wardrobes like an inventory system saves time and reduces double-buying.

– The ThreadCount app gives visibility into what you own, need, store, and can share.

💬 Quotes from Stacey Blea:

– “No company would expect you to manage hundreds of items across three locations from memory — yet that’s what parents do every season.”

– “Once an item is in the system, it lives there until you’re ready to sell, donate, or hand it down.”

– “Reducing the mental load starts with visibility — knowing what you have and where it is.”

📚 Resources Mentioned:

– ThreadCount App

– Heron House Management

📝 Full transcript available on our website:

www.heronhousemanagement.com/podcast/episode-58

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🎙️ Episode 57 – The 52/17 Focus Technique with Mary Ellen Knauff

In this episode, host Hannah Morgan talks with productivity expert and working mom Mary Ellen Knauff about one of her favorite time management tools — the 52/17 Focus Technique. Mary Ellen explains how focusing deeply for 52 minutes and resting for 17 helps working parents maximize productivity and maintain energy throughout the day.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

– The 52/17 Focus Technique promotes deep work followed by meaningful rest.

– Morning is the best time for long-focus sessions when willpower is highest.

– Turning off notifications and using fewer screens reduces distraction.

💬 Quotes from Mary Ellen Knauff:

– “Five-minute breaks never feel long enough to recharge — 17 minutes lets your brain rest and reset.”

– “Focus is like willpower — it fades throughout the day.”

– “When you come back from a break, leave yourself a note: start here next.”

📚 Resources Mentioned:

– Mary Ellen Knauff: Productivity expert helping working moms with sustainable time management tools.

– Heron House Management⁠: A virtual house management service designed to reduce mental load and stress for busy families.

📝 Full transcript available on our website: www.heronhousemanagement.com/podcast/episode-57

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🎙️ Episode 56 – Creating Balanced Routines with Kids with Nick Loper

In this episode, host Hannah Morgan talks with Side Hustle Show host and dad of two, Nick Loper, about creating balanced routines for kids. Nick shares how simple structure — not strict schedules — helps his family move through summer and school days with more calm, connection, and consistency.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

– Routines don’t have to be rigid — focus on rhythm and predictability.

– Short, intentional morning screen time can set a calm tone for the day.

– Visual checklists empower kids to take ownership of daily tasks.

💬 Quotes from Nick Loper:

– “This isn’t a 5 a.m. miracle routine — it’s the family version.”

– “Writing is thinking — we use journal prompts to help our kids practice both.”

– “Structure the day, not every minute — it keeps everyone calmer.”

📚 Resources Mentioned:

– Nick Loper – Side Hustle Nation

– Heron House Management

📝 Full transcript available on our website: www.heronhousemanagement.com/podcast/episode-56

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🎙️ Episode 55 – Communication for Connection With Your Kids with Lisa Reichelt

In 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 — what you do together, what you talk about, and how you simply “be” together. From entering into your child’s world to asking before giving advice, Lisa offers practical, compassionate strategies for building trust and stronger relationships at every age.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

– Strong relationships require intentional communication.

– Connection grows when you show genuine interest in your child’s passions.

– Asking before giving advice empowers kids and builds trus

💬 Quotes from Lisa Reichelt:

– “You can’t have a strong relationship with someone you don’t communicate well with.”

– “Ask your child: are you venting, or do you want advice?”

– “Sometimes the most powerful way to connect is simply being present.”

📚 Resources Mentioned:

– Champion Your Parenting⁠ – Coaching, tools, and support to help parents reduce conflict and build strong, lasting relationships with their kids.

– ⁠Heron House Management⁠⁠ – Virtual house management for busy families: we handle your to-dos so you can focus on what matters most.

📝 Full transcript available on our website: www.heronhousemanagement.com/podcast/episode-55

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🎙️ Episode 54 – Focusing on the Basic Needs First with Carly Buxton

In this episode, host Hannah Morgan chats with Carly Buxton, co-founder and CEO of Parent Swarm. Carly shares her framework for “protecting the basics” — 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.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

– When life feels overwhelming, strip back to core needs first.

– Sleep, nutrition, and exercise form a foundation for resilience.

– Writing down your “basics” gives you a quick reference point on hard days.

💬 Quotes from Carly Buxton:

– “When everything feels chaotic, I return to my basics — sleep, food, and exercise.”

– “If I can focus on these core needs, my stress level drops and I show up better for my family.”

– “Protecting the basics means stripping things down to what truly supports you.”

📚 Resources Mentioned:

– Parent Swarm (Try it free for a month when you join with code HERON at www.parentswarm.com)

– Heron House Management

📝 Full transcript available on our website: www.heronhousemanagement.com/podcast/episode-54

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🎙️ Episode 53 – Systems Thinking for Minimizing Stress at Home with Courtney Cecil

In 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.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

– Systems shouldn’t just live at work — they can make home life smoother, too.

– Start where the pain is: fix the problems that show up daily or cause the most frustration.

– Clear roles, repeatable processes, and predictability reduce resentment and chaos at home.

💬 Quotes from Courtney Cecil:

– “When you get systems right at home, life becomes smoother and more predictable.”

– “Start where the pain is — solve the problems that keep popping up.”

– “Processes bring clarity and reduce resentment, because everyone knows their role.”

📚 Resources Mentioned:

– Working Moms Movement – Courtney’s coaching and programs

– ⁠The Life Management System for Working Moms – Courtney’s podcast

– Heron House Management — Virtual house management for busy families — we handle your to-dos so you can focus on what matters most.

📝 Full transcript available on our website: www.heronhousemanagement.com/podcast/episode-53

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🎙️ Episode 52 – Weekend Planning with Your Partner with Miranda Bayard-Clark

In 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 partners’ needs are met. You’ll also learn how to handle misalignment in the moment, so weekends feel more restful, balanced, and connected.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

– Most weekend conflicts stem from unspoken expectations.

– A quick Friday conversation can align priorities and avoid tension.

– In-the-moment transparency helps reset when misalignment happens.

💬 Quotes from Miranda Bayard-Clark:

– “The greatest gift you can give your kids is a strong relationship between the two of you.”

– “Most of the conflict occurs on the weekend, because expectations were never communicated.”

– “A simple Friday conversation — ‘what do you hope to get out of the weekend?’ — can prevent so much tension.”

📚 Resources Mentioned:

–  Love After Lullabies - Miranda’s coaching, courses and resources

– Heron House Management — Virtual house management for busy families — we handle your to-dos so you can focus on what matters most.

📝 Full transcript: www.heronhousemanagement.com/podcast/episode-52

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🎙️ Episode 51 – Personalizing Time Management with Jill Wright

In 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.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

– Time management is not one-size-fits-all — it needs to adapt to your current season of life.

– Knowing your archetype helps you choose strategies that fit your natural strengths and challenges.

– Small, consistent changes aligned with your style build habits and free up mental space.

💬 Quotes from Jill Wright:

– “Seasons change, and our time management needs to change too.”

– “It’s not about trying all 200 productivity hacks—it’s about finding the three that actually move the needle for you.”

– “When your time management aligns with your personality, it doesn’t feel like work. It feels like freedom.”

📚 Resources Mentioned:

– Jill Wright⁠ – Time management coaching tailored for busy moms — discover your archetype, align habits with your life season, and move forward with clarity and ease.

– ⁠Connect with Jill on Instagram – @growlikeamother

– ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Heron House Management⁠ – Virtual house management for busy families — we handle your to-dos so you can focus on what matters most.

📝 Full transcript available on our website: www.heronhousemanagement.com/podcast/episode-51

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🎙️ Episode 50 – Cycle Syncing for Better Balance with Samantha Gaunt

In 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.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

– Traditional routines don’t always work because women’s energy naturally shifts throughout the month.

– Cycle syncing helps you know when to rest, when to create, and when to connect with others.

– Delegation, planning ahead, and honoring your energy level are powerful tools for reducing overwhelm.

💬 Quotes from Samantha Gaunt:

– “When 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.”

– “Asking for help isn’t weakness—it’s one of the greatest powers we have as women.”

– “Once you start syncing your tasks with your cycle, you stop swimming upstream and begin flowing with your natural rhythm.”

📚 Resources Mentioned:

– Samantha on Instagram: @the.samantha.gaunt

– https://www.samanthagaunt.com/

– Virtual house management for busy families — we handle your to-dos so you can focus on what matters most.

📝 Full transcript available on our website: www.heronhousemanagement.com/podcast/episode-50

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