Motherhood Simplified

 This episode is for the mom who is feeling lost, confused and just unsure about who she is and what she wants. I share with you how I struggled with plastic bag syndrome - you know, just kinda drifting through my days and being jerked around like that Katy Perry song. 

How I have learned to clear out the noise of OTHER people's vision for their lives and motherhood and taking it on as my own, and letting go of this idea that other's expectations of me were how I needed to live my life. It's powerful, its raw and I hope it helps you get the courage to step into the life that you always wanted. 

IN THIS EPISODE WE TALK ABOUT

... how to step out of the cycle of living how everyone else live's

... how to start taking the steps necessary to get the life and season of motherhood that feels good and right to YOU

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES TO SUPPLEMENT THIS EPISODE

Enroll in Decluttering Simplified here

Enroll in Clear Your Clutter here (its free!)

Enroll in Motherhood Simplified

Enroll in Toy Decluttering 101 here

Enroll in Clothes Decluttering 101 here

 In this episode I help you understand that difference between schedules, routines, and habits and why they haven't worked for you in the past - and how without you even realizing it probably, how they have. 

I help give you a deeper understanding of why routines matter, how they do the hard work of your life for you and then how to create, implement and stick with them by creating your daily "non-negotiables" and figuring out your "simplifiers". These two things will help you create routines and habits that actually help you and are easy to stick with. 

IN THIS EPISODE WE TALK ABOUT

... the difference between a routine and a habit

... How to create your daily non negotiable tasks, and your simplifier habits to support those tasks

... how to utilize routines and habits even when life changes and nothing stays the same

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES TO SUPPLEMENT THIS EPISODE

Enroll in Decluttering Simplified here

Enroll in Clear Your Clutter here (its free!)

Enroll in Motherhood Simplified

Enroll in Toy Decluttering 101 here

Enroll in Clothes Decluttering 101 here

In today’s special episode from our Clutter Chronicles series, I’m sharing the incredible real-life transformation of my friend, Savanna Servatius—a mom who went from overwhelmed by clutter to reclaiming peace and simplicity in her home.

Savanna and I met in a Facebook group while we were both pregnant, and as life would have it, we ended up living just five minutes apart. Our friendship grew through shared motherhood struggles, and one day, I asked her a simple question: Want help decluttering? She didn’t hesitate. She was ready.

What happened next? We tackled 24 trash bags of toys (yes, 24!), cleared out closets full of unworn clothes, and created a system that actually worked for her family. But more than that, Savanna experienced the mindset shift that so many moms struggle to reach—letting go of the guilt, the “just in case” items, and the endless cycle of laundry overwhelm.

Inside this episode, you’ll hear:

✔️ How we got rid of 24 bags of toys—and why her kids didn’t miss them at all

✔️ The bathtub purge method that helped her finally let go of clothing clutter

✔️ The biggest mistake most moms make when trying to declutter—and how to avoid it

✔️ How tackling one load of laundry at a time completely changed her daily life

✔️ Why decluttering is about so much more than just “getting rid of stuff”

Savanna’s journey proves that you don’t have to wait for the “perfect” time to start. Small steps create big change. If you’re feeling stuck in clutter, this episode will give you the motivation and simple strategies you need to start today!

🎧 Listen now and get inspired to create a home that feels lighter, calmer, and easier to manage!

👉 Want weekly support on your decluttering journey? Join the Motherhood Simplified newsletter for practical tips, encouragement, and simple steps to create a home that works for you! Sign up here.

 Jennifer Purcell, creator and owner of the blog Teach.Workout.Love shares with us her thoughts on balance and how she practices it in her life. She shares how she delegates and manages ALL of her responsibilities as a teacher, mom, wife, and owner/facilitator of a high traffic and successful blog! 

IN THIS EPISODE WE TALK ABOUT

... her best tips for delegating both in the home and in her professional life

... how she compartmentalizes the roles and responsibilities she has

... her favorite calendering tips!

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES TO SUPPLEMENT THIS EPISODE

... The Purgeathon - my free decluttering challenge designed to build massive momentum in decluttering your home

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To watch LIVE episodes and join the Motherhood Simplified community join us on Facebook here or on Instagram here! 

To inquire about being a guest on the Motherhood Simplified podcast, or have Krista as guest email [email protected]

You can also be entered to win a free Motherhood Simplified course of your choosing by taking a screenshot and posting this episode to your social media account and tagging Motherhood Simplified or Krista Lockwood in it! One winner is chosen per month and there are no limits for entry! 

If you leave a review on iTunes you will also be entered into the drawing!

Thank you so much for being a part of this movement and helping it to grow!

Lots of love, 

Krista

 This episode is for the mom who needs help with her pantry! She has tons of food, but still nothing to eat. She is sick of buying food just to watch it spoil and having to throw it away. 

We also cover how to declutter and simplify all of the cleaning supplies in your home and I share my very BEST organizational tips for the pantry and cleaning supplies. 

IN THIS EPISODE WE TALK ABOUT

... my best tips for staying on top of your pantry and organization

... simplifying your cleaning supplies and organization

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES TO SUPPLEMENT THIS EPISODE

... The Simplest Meal Plan Ever - exactly what it sounds like - the simplest meal plan ever!

Podcast episode

To watch LIVE episodes and join the Motherhood Simplified community join us on Facebook here or on Instagram here! 

To inquire about being a guest on the Motherhood Simplified podcast, or have Krista as guest email [email protected]

You can also be entered to win a free Motherhood Simplified course of your choosing by taking a screenshot and posting this episode to your social media account and tagging Motherhood Simplified or Krista Lockwood in it! One winner is chosen per month and there are no limits for entry! 

If you leave a review on iTunes you will also be entered into the drawing!

Thank you so much for being a part of this movement and helping it to grow!

Lots of love, 

Krista

Do you have items in your home that you’re holding onto just in case—things you might need one day but probably never will? In this episode, we’re diving deep into the clutter that often sneaks into our homes and minds, taking up space and energy. It’s the just in case clutter—the stuff you keep because you might need it someday. But let’s be real, how often does that “someday” actually come?

In this episode, we explore:

✔️ What 'just in case' clutter really is and why it holds you back

✔️ The mental exhaustion it creates and how it keeps you stuck in fear

✔️ Simple steps to finally let go of the things that are holding you hostage in your home

✔️ Practical advice like the 20/20 rule to ease the fear of letting go

✔️ How to focus on what you actually use—and why that makes all the difference

You’ll hear common examples of this clutter (think: baby clothes, extra dishes, old tools), and I’ll share how letting go isn’t just about clearing space—it’s about freeing your mind and your energy to focus on what truly matters.

The best part? I’ll walk you through how to start small and make real progress with decluttering—no big overwhelm, just simple action steps.

🎧 Tune in for practical, real-life tips on letting go of your 'just in case' clutter, and reclaiming the peace and space you deserve.

👉 Need more support with your decluttering journey? Join the Motherhood Simplified newsletter for weekly decluttering tips, support, and encouragement straight to your inbox! Sign up here.

  Come learn FINALLY how I rotate toys for our kids of varying ages (1.5-13 years old), what toys we have and WHY.

I finally share with you HOW I do it, and how to do it without self sabotage, a strict approach and one size fits all toy set up, and of course... what everyone always asks, what toys we have. 

IN THIS EPISODE WE TALK ABOUT

... How I rotate toys to promote DEPTH in their play

... How I set up toys in our house with a wide range of ages of kids

... The full list of toys that we have

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES TO SUPPLEMENT THIS EPISODE

These podcast episodes about toys

Ten Reasons To Declutter Your Kids's Toys

How to declutter when you have kids and your friends and family give you so much stuff

The problem with donating toys

A new way to declutter toys (that really works!)

How to see past all the $$ you spent on toys you want to declutter

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES TO SUPPLEMENT THIS EPISODE

Enroll in Decluttering Simplified here

Enroll in Clear Your Clutter here (its free!)

Enroll in Motherhood Simplified

Enroll in Toy Decluttering 101 here

Enroll in Clothes Decluttering 101 here

 One of the most noble things a mom can say is "I choose to spend time with kids instead of spending all of my time cleaning my house".

A noble, noble thing to say BUT.... an overwhelming, cluttered dirty and mess house personally makes it nearly impossible for me to be present with my family like I want to be.

I share something kinda scary to admit... I don't believe moms should have to choose between having a clean house OR spending time with their family. 

I absolutely believe you can have both. Because I do. I am no more special or gifted at cleaning my house than you, I just have figure out the secret to having BOTH and want to teach you how. 

IN THIS EPISODE WE TALK ABOUT

... the truth about your home management and maintenance - it doesn't have to Pinterest perfect OR totally out of control and overwhelming

... the truth that this seemingly noble practice is actually an excuse

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES TO SUPPLEMENT THIS EPISODE

Enroll in Decluttering Simplified here

Enroll in Clear Your Clutter here (its free!)

Enroll in Motherhood Simplified

Enroll in Toy Decluttering 101 here

Enroll in Clothes Decluttering 101 here

 This episode is special for YOU when you have those days where everything just feels like it's too much. When you are feeling unsupported, overwhelmed and like you just can't get things done. Spoiler alert - you can! I share my best tips for doing it!

A lot of times we feel this really big things that keep us stagnant and stuck, and then those feelings compound on themselves. I am going to teach you how to turn that around with really easy practical steps AND share with you the ways that I still fall into this trap sometimes. 

IN THIS EPISODE WE TALK ABOUT

...how to focus on what you CAN do, instead of staying stuck in the everything you can't do right now and how far you have to go

... how to see your overwhelm for what it is, and how to operate from your BEST self

... how to find support and what motivates you to get up and go especially when you are feeling like you don't want to

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES TO SUPPLEMENT THIS EPISODE

Enroll in Decluttering Simplified here

Enroll in Clear Your Clutter here (its free!)

Enroll in Motherhood Simplified

Enroll in Toy Decluttering 101 here

Enroll in Clothes Decluttering 101 here

If you’ve ever felt like life is too overwhelming to even think about decluttering, this episode is for you. Cassandra Gessel’s story is one of resilience, determination, and proof that simplifying your home can be life-changing—even when circumstances make it feel impossible.

Cassandra found Motherhood Simplified during a difficult season. Recovering from back surgery, she was scrolling Pinterest from her hospital bed, searching for a way to regain control of her home. What started as a desperate attempt to manage chaos quickly turned into a life-altering journey toward less clutter, less stress, and more peace.

But her journey wasn’t easy. Within a month of starting, she broke her leg and faced serious health complications that kept her in and out of the hospital. Yet, despite these setbacks, she pressed forward—decluttering even from her wheelchair, determined to create a home that supported her healing and her family’s well-being.

In this episode, we cover:

✔️ How Cassandra decluttered through major health challenges and hospital stays

✔️ The mental roadblocks she had to overcome—especially around growing up with financial insecurity

✔️ How her support system (including her husband and mom) played a crucial role in her success

✔️ The unexpected benefits of decluttering, from reduced anxiety to more time with her kids

✔️ How simplifying her home helped her recover faster and adapt to life’s unpredictable moments

Cassandra’s story is a powerful reminder that decluttering isn’t just about getting rid of stuff—it’s about creating more space for what truly matters. If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure where to start, this episode will give you the motivation and encouragement to take that first step.

🎧 Listen now and be inspired by Cassandra’s journey toward a lighter, more manageable home—no matter what challenges life throws your way.

👉 Want weekly encouragement and practical decluttering tips? Join the Motherhood Simplified newsletter for step-by-step guidance and support! Sign up here.