338. Summer Podcast Mini-Series: How to Work With Kids at Home: 3 Summer Work Blocks That Align With Your Real Life & Core Values (Episode 3) | Routines, Schedules, Time Management, Time Blocking, Planning, Plan, Organize, Family, Parenting

Episode 2: Summer Podcast Mini-Series: Peaceful Workdays With Kids Home: 3 Summer Time Blocks That Save Your Sanity

Trying to get work done with kids home 24/7 this summer?

You’re not alone. The constant interruptions, noise, and unpredictability can make even the simplest task feel impossible.

But here’s the truth: You don’t need to hustle harder—you need smarter rhythms that honor both your work goals and your family life.

In this episode, I’m sharing 3 simple, powerful summer work blocks that actually work with your real life, not against it. You'll also learn how to use habit stacking (a game-changer from Atomic Habits by James Clear) to make these time blocks stick—so you can finally focus, get things done, and be present with your family.

In this episode you'll learn:

✅ The 3 best time blocks for summer work when kids are home ✅ How to align your work with your energy, season, and values ✅ Simple ways to stack work habits onto existing routines

✅ Why you don’t need more time—you need more intention

✅ How to protect your peace, purpose, and presence while working from home

• [2:40] Why working all day doesn’t work—and what to do instead
  

• [5:15] Morning Power Hour – How to do your best work before breakfast
  

• [10:05] Midday Reset – How to get a second wind during nap or quiet time
  

• [15:12] Nightly Wrap-Up – How to tie up loose ends without sacrificing sleep
  

• [19:30] Habit stacking tips to anchor your work blocks with ease
  

• [23:44] What truly matters—and how to let go of the rest
  

• [26:05] Your next step to simplify your schedule & thrive this summer
  

“You were never meant to sacrifice your sleep, your health, or your family time in order to succeed.”

– Kim, High Five Motherhood

“A calm environment creates space for deep work. You don’t need hours. You need intention.” – HFM, Episode 313

• 🧭 HFM Productivity Planner – Plan your ideal summer schedule using intentional time blocks
  

• 🧘‍♀️ Atomic Habits by James Clear – Learn how to make new habits stick using habit stacking
  

• 🌞 Thrive Tribe Summer Summit – Your all-in-one system for a peaceful, productive, joy-filled summer
  

Ready to stop surviving and start thriving this summer?

>>>Join the Thrive Tribe Summer Summit and get my exact Summer Systems & Routines that I have created & perfected over the years that have helped my family thrive & I know they will help yours too! Stop Summer survival mode and start thriving Mama!

📥 Grab your HFM Productivity Planner to start thriving here 👉 The Planner

Let’s align your work life with what matters most—and thrive from the inside out.

🎧 Listen + Subscribe on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | & more! Follow @kim_high_five_motherhood on Instagram 📩

Let’s Connect!🙌 High Five, Mama. You’ve got this.

XO, Kim💛

337. Summer Podcast Mini-Series: The Snack Bar is Closed: How to End the All-Day Eating Without Power Struggles (Ep. 2) | Overwhelmed, Organized, Routines, Schedules, Time Management, Time Blocking, Parenting, Meal Prep, Family, Organization, Planning, Plan, Time, Home, Home Organization, Habits, Rhythms

Simplify Summer Mini-Series:

6 Mini-Mom Wins to Save Your Sanity (Episode 2)

The Snack Bar is Closed: How to End the All-Day Eating Without Power Struggles | Episode 2 Show Notes:

You’re standing in the kitchen... again. There’s a toddler pulling at your leg, a preteen asking what’s for snack #4, and you haven’t even cleaned up from breakfast. If you feel like you’re running a 24/7 snack bar and totally burnt out on food prep, this episode was made for YOU.

In Episode 2 of our Simplify Summer mini-series, we’re diving into one of the biggest sanity-stealers of summer: endless snack time.

You’ll learn:

• How to stop the snack stampede with simple, no-stress systems

• The power of snack bins, eating windows, and a "kitchen closed" mindset

• How to get your kids onboard without a fight (yes, really!)

• The exact routine that helps me feed six kids all summer without losing my mind 😅

This episode will leave you feeling:✨ More in control✨ Less overwhelmed✨ Ready to create calm in the kitchen (and your life!)

If you’re craving more support, practical tools, and real-life encouragement from a mama who's in the trenches with you… then you’ve got to check out the Thrive Tribe Summer Summit!

🎉 I’m sharing my exact systems, snack routines, and weekly rhythms that help me raise six kiddos, run a business, and still love summer as a mom.

💛Keep Thriving Mama!

XO, Kim

➡️ Snag your spot now at www.highfivemotherhood.com/courses and finally thrive this summer—not just survive it.

🎧 Press play now and take your first step toward snack time freedom!

336. Summer Podcast Mini-Series: Simplify Summer: 6 Mini-Mom Wins to Save Your Sanity (Episode 1) | Routines, Schedules, Time Management, Time Blocking, Planners, Planning, Plan, Self Care, Organize, Family, Parenting

Episode 1: When Summer Break Wrecks Your Routine: How to Reset Your Rhythm in 15 Minutes

Hey There Friend!

Welcome to High Five Motherhood! Today kicks off our summer mini-sode series: Simplify Summer—6 Mini-Mom Wins to Save Your Sanity. Let’s be real—June hits hard. The school year ends and everything changes overnight. If your routine just flew out the window and you’re already overwhelmed with the nonstop chaos of kids home 24/7, this episode is for you. 

Let’s talk about how to reset your rhythm in just 15 minutes so you can reclaim a sense of flow and peace—without trying to recreate the school year or over-scheduling yourself. You don’t need a rigid plan. You need anchors. Let’s create a rhythm that actually works this summer.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• Why Summer throws off every mom’s routine (and it’s not your fault!)

• How to use the "Core 4 Anchors" to create a simple, flexible summer rhythm

• One easy 15-minute step to get out of survival mode today

Links & Resources:

• Check out the Podcast, Planners, the Shop & more!

Find Everything in one place! >>> ⁠HIGH FIVE MOTHERHOOD⁠

Keep on Thriving Mama!

XO, Kim

335. Maycember Madness Turned to June Gloom? Time to Flip The Script & Have Fun! | Routines, Schedules, Time Management, Time Blocking, Planners, Planning, Plan, Self Care, Organize, Family, Parenting

From Maycember Madness to Summer Bliss: How to Handle the Chaos & Create a Game Plan That Works!

Hey Mama,

Is it just me or did Maycember madness roll right into June gloom? Your kids are bouncing off the walls, the house is upside down, everyone's snacking 24/7, and you're wondering… what in the world is going on?!

If you feel like your home has turned into a zoo and your patience is hanging by a thread, you’re not alone. This post-school, pre-summer transition is wild — and it hits Moms especially hard.

But here’s the good news: it doesn’t have to stay this way. In today’s episode, we’re going to talk about what’s really going on during this chaotic shift, why your kids feel wild, why you feel drained, and how to shift your mindset, energy, and routines into Summertime bliss — without burning out in the process.

Let’s create a simple, flexible summer game plan that gives you peace of mind, fun with your family, and a whole lot more joy.

In this episode, we’ll cover:

• 🎢 Why this post-school transition feels so chaotic (and totally normal!)

• 🧠 How to respond when your kids test boundaries, resist routines, or spiral into boredom

• 🤝 The power of meeting your kids where they’re at — physically, emotionally, and developmentally

• 🧯 How to stay calm and grounded when your patience is tested and the messes are endless

• 🎉 Why your kids are craving fun — and how a spontaneous summer kickoff adventure can reset everyone’s mood

• 📅 How to create a flexible, sanity-saving game plan to reduce overwhelm and boost family connection this summer

• 🛟 The #1 thing that will help you actually enjoy summer with your kids (instead of just surviving it)

🌟 Ready to ditch the overwhelm and actually enjoy summer again? 🌟

Join me and a powerful community of Moms inside the Thrive Tribe Summer Summit — an online, virtual event designed to help you create a Summer that’s peaceful, playful, and purpose-filled.

You’ll get practical tools to:

✔️ Reset your home and routines
✔️ Get your kids on board (without nagging)
✔️ Create rhythms for fun, meals, chores, and more
✔️ Make memories without the mom guilt or burnout

🎉 Let’s turn chaos into calm and make this the Summer your family actually thrives!

👉 Register now at [THRIVE TRIBE SUMMER SUMMIT]

and let’s get your Summer game plan in motion!

“Download your FREE Summer Game Plan Workbook when you register for the summit — packed with templates for meal plans, screen time rules, bucket lists, daily rhythm charts, and more!”

Keep on Thriving Mama!

XO, Kim

Connect With Me!

Check out the Podcast, Planners, the Shop & more!

Find Everything in one place! >>> HIGH FIVE MOTHERHOOD

334. Mom, Unplugged: Life-Changing Vacation Lessons Learned in Maui That Will Transform the Way You Plan, Travel & Live. (Part 3 of 3) | Routines, Schedules, Time Management, Time Blocking, Planners, Planning, Plan, Travel, Vacation, Self Care, Trip, Planning Ahead, Organize, Organized, Home Management, Family, Parenting, Marriage

Are you a busy mom who’s always planning, prepping, and juggling everything—especially when it comes to vacations? What if not planning taught you more than planning ever could?

In this powerful 3-part mini series, I’m sharing the unexpected, life-changing lessons I learned in Maui when we chose to take a completely unplanned vacation—yes, you heard that right!

As a Mom of six and a planner by nature, I stepped way outside my comfort zone to see what would happen if we just let go and leaned into the moment. The result? A transformative experience that reshaped how I view planning, rest, and living in the now.

🌴 In Part 1, you'll hear about the power of pausing and what it taught me about mental load, presence, and joy. 🌺 In Part 2, we dive into how letting go revealed hidden stress patterns and helped me reconnect with my purpose, my husband, and my identity beyond motherhood. 🌊 In Part 3, you’ll learn how to blend intentional planning with soulful spontaneity, so you can return home from any trip—or day—with more peace and less pressure.

If you're feeling stretched thin, burned out, or like vacations are more exhausting than energizing, this series is for you. Whether you're about to travel, just got back, or simply dream of a future trip—you’ll leave with clarity, hope, and a renewed perspective on what truly matters.

✨ You’ll walk away feeling:

• Inspired to slow down and be present

• Empowered to plan better, not just more

• Refreshed and refocused—whether you’re in vacation mode or everyday mom life

🎯 Tune in now to reclaim the joy of the journey—both on vacation and in everyday motherhood.

333. Mom, Unplugged: Life-Changing Vacation Lessons Learned in Maui That Will Transform the Way You Plan, Travel & Live. (Part 2 of 3) | Routines, Schedules, Time Management, Time Blocking, Planners, Planning, Plan, Travel, Vacation, Self Care, Trip, Planning Ahead, Organize, Organized, Home Management, Family, Parenting, Marriage

Are you a busy mom who’s always planning, prepping, and juggling everything—especially when it comes to vacations? What if not planning taught you more than planning ever could?

In this powerful 3-part mini series, I’m sharing the unexpected, life-changing lessons I learned in Maui when we chose to take a completely unplanned vacation—yes, you heard that right!

As a Mom of six and a planner by nature, I stepped way outside my comfort zone to see what would happen if we just let go and leaned into the moment. The result? A transformative experience that reshaped how I view planning, rest, and living in the now.

🌴 In Part 1, you'll hear about the power of pausing and what it taught me about mental load, presence, and joy. 🌺 In Part 2, we dive into how letting go revealed hidden stress patterns and helped me reconnect with my purpose, my husband, and my identity beyond motherhood. 🌊 In Part 3, you’ll learn how to blend intentional planning with soulful spontaneity, so you can return home from any trip—or day—with more peace and less pressure.

If you're feeling stretched thin, burned out, or like vacations are more exhausting than energizing, this series is for you. Whether you're about to travel, just got back, or simply dream of a future trip—you’ll leave with clarity, hope, and a renewed perspective on what truly matters.

✨ You’ll walk away feeling:

• Inspired to slow down and be present

• Empowered to plan better, not just more

• Refreshed and refocused—whether you’re in vacation mode or everyday mom life

🎯 Tune in now to reclaim the joy of the journey—both on vacation and in everyday motherhood.

332. Mom, Unplugged: Life-Changing Vacation Lessons (Learned in Maui, Hawaii) That Will Transform the Way You Plan, Travel & Live. (Part 1 of 3) | Routines, Schedules, Time Management, Time Blocking, Planners, Planning, Plan, Travel, Vacation, Self Care, Trip, Planning Ahead, Organize, Organized, Home Management, Family, Parenting, Marriage

Are you a busy mom who’s always planning, prepping, and juggling everything—especially when it comes to vacations? What if not planning taught you more than planning ever could?

In this powerful 3-part mini series, I’m sharing the unexpected, life-changing lessons I learned in Maui when we chose to take a completely unplanned vacation—yes, you heard that right!

As a Mom of six and a planner by nature, I stepped way outside my comfort zone to see what would happen if we just let go and leaned into the moment. The result? A transformative experience that reshaped how I view planning, rest, and living in the now.

🌴 In Part 1, you'll hear about the power of pausing and what it taught me about mental load, presence, and joy. 🌺 In Part 2, we dive into how letting go revealed hidden stress patterns and helped me reconnect with my purpose, my husband, and my identity beyond motherhood. 🌊 In Part 3, you’ll learn how to blend intentional planning with soulful spontaneity, so you can return home from any trip—or day—with more peace and less pressure.

If you're feeling stretched thin, burned out, or like vacations are more exhausting than energizing, this series is for you. Whether you're about to travel, just got back, or simply dream of a future trip—you’ll leave with clarity, hope, and a renewed perspective on what truly matters.

✨ You’ll walk away feeling:

• Inspired to slow down and be present
  

• Empowered to plan better, not just more
  

• Refreshed and refocused—whether you’re in vacation mode or everyday mom life
  

🎯 Tune in now to reclaim the joy of the journey—both on vacation and in everyday motherhood.

🎙️ Episode 331 | Weekly Clarity Reset: The Simple Check-In That Helps Busy Moms Get Focused, Energized, and Ready for the Week Ahead | Routines, Schedules, Time Blocking, Home, Time Management, Self Care, Moms, Spring Cleaning, Balance, Burnout, Overwhelm, Energy, Rhythms, Rituals, Habits, Goals, Mom Life

Do you ever feel like your brain is one giant open tab and you can’t even remember what you were supposed to do next? Between school events, meal planning, spring cleaning, and vacation prep, it’s easy to feel like you’re drowning in mental clutter.

In this episode, Kim shares a simple but powerful 7-step weekly check-in method—the C.L.A.R.I.T.Y. Check-In—that helps busy moms reset, refocus, and reclaim their week with intention and ease.

Whether you’re constantly in reactive mode or just feel scattered and tired at the start of each week, this episode will help you clear the noise, plan with purpose, and protect your energy like a pro. 🙌

✨ What You'll Learn:

• How to declutter your brain with a 5-minute "Mind Sweep"
  

• The 7 steps of the C.L.A.R.I.T.Y. Check-In and how to use them
  

• Why planning your week around your energy, not just time, is a game changer
  

• How to reconnect with your seasonal goals and focus on what actually matters
  

• The “A.D.E.” Method to help you automate, delegate, or eliminate your to-dos

💡 Episode Highlights:

C – Clear the Mental Clutter - Do a 5-minute “mind sweep” to dump all your thoughts, to-dos, worries, and ideas into your planner so your brain can breathe.

L – Look at the Week Ahead - Review your calendar and family command center so you’re not blindsided by last-minute prep or events.

A – Align with Your Priorities - Pause to reconnect with your seasonal goals, vision board, and affirmations before diving into your plan.

R – Remove What’s Not Essential - Use the A.D.E. filter to eliminate energy-wasting tasks and keep your week focused and doable.

I – Intentionally Time Block - Map out your week in time blocks and plan a weekly “prep sesh” to get meals, routines, and goals ready.

T – Tend to Your Energy - Do a quick “Energy Audit” to identify what lifts you up and what drains you—and adjust accordingly.

Y – Yes to "Soul-Filling" Moments - Don’t forget to fill your cup. Schedule small moments of joy, connection, and rest—even if it’s just 5 minutes.

🧠 Research-Backed Insights:

• Brain dumps help clear mental clutter and improve focus (University of Michigan study)
  

• Anticipatory planning reduces cortisol and increases productivity (American Psychological Association)
  

• Visualization activates motivation centers in the brain (Dr. David R. Hamilton)
  

• Time blocking decreases distractions by 80% (Cal Newport, Deep Work)
  

• Energy management is essential for long-term productivity (Harvard Business Review)
  

• Short joy practices boost mood and reduce burnout (Journal of Positive Psychology)
  

📥 Your Next Step:

✨ Take 5 minutes today to do a brain dump—just start with the "C" in C.L.A.R.I.T.Y. You’ll be amazed how much clarity you feel once it’s all out of your head.

📔 Ready to Plan with Purpose?

Grab your HFM Productivity Planner and use the built-in weekly check-in tools to start your clarity habit today!

🛒 Get yours at: www.highfivemotherhood.com/shop

📲 Share the Love:

Loved this episode?

Share it with a fellow mama who needs a weekly clarity reset, and don’t forget to tag @highfivemotherhood on Instagram so I can cheer you on!

Keep on Thriving Friend!

XO, Kim

330. The THRIVE Filter Method: 5 Simple Shifts to Prioritize What Matters & Protect Your Peace, Energy & Time | Routines, Schedules, Time Blocking, Home, Time Management, Self Care, Moms, Spring Cleaning, Balance, Burnout, Overwhelm, Energy, Rhythms, Rituals, Habits, Goals, Mom Life

The THRIVE Filter Method:

You don’t need more time — you need better filters.

In this episode, Kim shares the powerful THRIVE Filter Method and 5 simple mindset and planning shifts that help you protect what matters most. You’ll walk away knowing exactly how to ditch the overwhelm and step into peace, purpose, and productivity.

🎙️ You’ll learn:

• How to identify what truly matters right now

• The exact steps for a mind-dump-to-mission reset

• Why scheduling your values is the secret to energy and focus

• How to use the THRIVE Filter to say “yes” to the right things

• The power of buffer time and boundaries
  

🔬 Featuring research from Harvard, Stanford, and The Journal of Positive Psychology

🎯 Action Step: Use THE THRIVE FILTER on one decision this week. Schedule your real priorities and say, "NO" with confidence.

📘 Mentioned in this Episode:

• The High Five Motherhood Productivity Planner

• DM “THRIVE” to Kim on Instagram

  
  

💛 It’s time to stop the chaos and start living on purpose. You were made to THRIVE.

Happy Listening Mama!

XO, Kim

329. Sustainable Systems for Mom Life: How to Create Flexible Routines That Actually Work (Even in Busy Seasons! | Routines, Schedules, Time Blocking, Home, Time Management, Self Care, Moms, Spring Cleaning, Balance, Burnout, Overwhelm, Energy, Rhythms, Rituals, Habits, Goals, Mom Life

>>>How to Create Flexible Routines That Actually Work!<<<

Feeling like your routines can't keep up with your real life? In this empowering episode of the High Five Motherhood Podcast, Kim Montgomery shares a practical, flexible framework for creating sustainable systems that match your personality, energy levels, and season of life. Whether you’re drowning in dishes or overwhelmed by meal planning, you’ll learn how to simplify your systems, build in flexibility, and finally feel in control of your time and home again.

What You'll Learn:

• Why your systems may be failing—and how to fix them without starting over

• How to create flexible, sustainable routines that simplify laundry, dishes, and meal planning

• The secret to building margin and “Plan B’s” into your day

• How to build custom systems based on your unique personality

• How to stop overhauling everything and start small

• What tools work best for moms in different seasons

• The secret to routines that actually stick
  

Links & Resources:

• Sign up for the Thriving Homemakers Academy Spring Summit: www.highfivemotherhood.com/courses
  

• Grab your HFM Productivity Planner: www.highfivemotherhood.com/shop
  

• Connect with Kim on Instagram: @highfivemotherhood
  

Ready to simplify your Mom-Life? Let’s build the routines that work with you, not against you. High Five Motherhood & keep on thriving Mama!

Happy Listening!