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The teenage years can feel like unfamiliar territory - for both parents and kids. In this episode, Diane sits down with author and Bible teacher Melissa Kruger to talk about what it means to raise teens with hope in a culture shaped by social media, constant information, and increasing isolation.Melissa shares how parenting adolescents today is different than even a decade ago, particularly when it comes to mental health and digital influence. Instead of leading primarily with rules, she encourages parents to lead with conversation - doing the research, staying engaged, and setting boundaries that feel protective rather than punitive.If you’re navigating the teenage years - or preparing for them - this episode offers practical wisdom and steady encouragement for raising teens with intention, connection, and enduring faith.Links Discussed in This Episode |Book: Surviving Religion 101 by Michael KrugerConnect with Melissa:WebsiteInstagramBook: Parenting with Hope: Raising Teens for Christ in a Secular AgeAbout Melissa |Melissa Kruger serves as the vice president of discipleship programming for The Gospel Coalition (TGC). She’s the author of multiple books, including The Envy of Eve: Finding Contentment in a Covetous World, Walking with God in the Season of Motherhood, Growing Together: Taking Mentoring Beyond Small Talk and Prayer Requests, Wherever You Go I Want You to Know, and Parenting with Hope: Raising Teens for Christ in a Secular Age. Her husband, Mike, is the president of Reformed Theological Seminary and they have three children.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. You can contact me through my website, find me on Instagram, Pinterest or like The Minimalist Moms Page on Facebook.Our Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com/MINIMALIST* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Boll & Branch: http://bollandbranch.com/minimalist* Check out Wayfair: https://www.wayfair.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode, Diane talks with trauma therapist and parenting expert Maggie Nick about the hidden cost of growing up as the “good kid” - the responsible, high-achieving child who never caused trouble but often learned to ignore their own needs. Maggie explains how this pattern can follow many adults into motherhood, showing up as perfectionism, people-pleasing, anxiety, and the pressure to keep everyone else happy. Together they explore “good kid trauma,” why even loving homes can unintentionally create relational shame, and how these early scripts shape the way we parent. If you’ve ever struggled to relax or felt responsible for everyone else’s emotions, this conversation offers a compassionate path toward raising emotionally healthy families.Links Discussed in This Episode |Checkout the podcast storefront for recommendations from Diane.Connect with Maggie:WebsiteInstagramFacebookBook: Good Kids: Why You Suffered in Silence and How to Break the CycleAbout Maggie |Maggie Nick, LCSW, is a trauma therapist, parenting expert, and author of Good Kids: Why You Suffered in Silence, and How to Break the Cycle (out January 27, 2026). A recovering Good Kid herself — and a former burned-out, overachieving, people-pleasing perfectionist, pushover, and shape-shifting chameleon — Maggie helps people make sense of the invisible cost of growing up as the Good Kid nobody ever needed to worry about, and why so many high-functioning adults still feel anxious, exhausted, and responsible for everyone else. She is the founder of Camp Lovable and the creator of Good Girl Rehab, a membership for women who are done earning rest, done apologizing for having needs, and ready to stop believing they are too much, too needy, or too hard to love. Known for translating complex psychology into language that feels validating, accessible, and deeply human, Maggie’s work helps adults heal themselves — and break cycles for the next generation.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.You can contact me through my website, find me on Instagram, Pinterest or like The Minimalist Moms Page on Facebook.Our Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com/MINIMALIST* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Boll & Branch: http://bollandbranch.com/minimalist* Check out Wayfair: https://www.wayfair.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Confused by labels like “grass-fed,” “natural,” or “organic”? In this episode, Diane talks with Jenni Harris of White Oak Pastures about what’s really happening inside America’s industrialized food system - and why cracks are beginning to show. From fragile supply chains to soil depletion and greenwashing, they unpack the hidden costs behind cheap food and the promise of regenerative farming. You’ll learn how rebuilding soil and decentralizing food production can strengthen communities and increase resilience. This isn’t about perfection—it’s about making more intentional choices at the dinner table.Links Discussed in This Episode |Checkout the podcast storefront for recommendations from Diane.Local Resource: Yellowbird Foodshed (Local to Columbus)Previous Episode: Beyond Organic, Local, Delivered: Rethinking the Way We Grocery Shop | Benji Balmer (Yellowbird Foodshed) (EP390)Connect with Jeni + White Oak Pastures:WebsiteInstagramYouTubeBlogAbout Jenni |Jenni Harris, Will's middle daughter, is a member of the fifth generation of the Harris family to tend cattle at White Oak Pastures. After living on the farm her entire life, Jenni went to Valdosta State University and earned a degree in Business Marketing, graduating in 2009. She remained intimately involved in the family business throughout her studies. Jenni now works for White Oak Pastures full time. As the Director of Marketing, Jenni spends her time focusing on the balance of ecommerce growth and wholesale relationships.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.You can contact me through my website, find me on Instagram, Pinterest or like The Minimalist Moms Page on Facebook.Our Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com/MINIMALIST* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Boll & Branch: http://bollandbranch.com/minimalist* Check out Wayfair: https://www.wayfair.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Why do we say things we don’t mean in the heat of conflict? Why does connection disappear the moment we feel criticized, dismissed, or misunderstood?In this episode, Diane sits down with clinical psychologist Dr. Kelly Flanagan, author of The Road Less Triggered, to explore what’s really happening when we get “triggered” in our closest relationships.Dr. Flanagan explains how conflict shifts us from connection mode into protection mode and introduces the powerful practice of “regulate, then relate,” a concept rooted in nervous system science. Together, they discuss defensiveness, emotional reactivity, compassion, and how learning to notice when your heart is closing can change the way you show up in marriage, parenting, and everyday interactions.Links Discussed in This Episode |Checkout the podcast storefront for recommendations from Diane.Book: Untethered Soul by Michael SingerBook: What Happened to You? Conversations on Trauma, Resilience, and HealingDr. Flanagan's Resource: Front Row DadsConnect with Dr. Kelly Flanagan:WebsiteInstagramFacebookBook: The Road Less Triggered: Turning Conflict into Connection with a Single Choice―The Self-Help Guide to Conflict-Proof Communication, Healthy Relationships & the Belonging You SeekAbout Dr. Flanagan |Dr. Kelly Flanagan is an author, speaker, coach, and clinical psychologist with two decades of expertise in interpersonal relationships. His thought leadership has been featured in The 5 Love Languages, the TODAY show, and SUCCESS magazine. Kelly's proprietary frameworks will take your relationships to a level that traditional communication strategies can't touch. He is married to another clinical psychologist named Kelly, and they have three children--one adulting, and two at home in their small town outside of Chicago.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.You can contact me through my website, find me on Instagram, Pinterest or like The Minimalist Moms Page on Facebook.Our Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com/MINIMALIST* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Boll & Branch: http://bollandbranch.com/minimalist* Check out Wayfair: https://www.wayfair.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This podcast is part of the Clear Intentions series of the show.Diane sits down with herbalist and author Rachelle Robinett for a deeply grounding and inspiring conversation about the healing power of plants. Together, they explore the ancient, globally practiced art of herbalism, and why it might be exactly what our stressed-out, fast-paced culture needs right now.From nervines and adaptogens to bitters and mushrooms, Rachelle gently walks us through how herbs can support sleep, digestion, emotional balance, mental clarity, and more. You'll learn that you don’t need a garden, a degree, or decades of study to benefit from herbalism—just a teapot and a few mindful minutes.Links Discussed in This Episode |Connect with Rachelle:WebsiteInstagramBook: Naturally: The Herbalist's Guide to Health and TransformationAbout Rachelle|Rachelle Robinett, RH (AHG), is a writer, herbalist, educator, and life-long naturalist. She’s the founder of multidisciplinary companies dedicated to the art and science of natural wellness. Combining traditional medicine and current health insights with an understanding of individual behavior modification, Rachelle has provided accessible plant-based healing to countless people. She’s based in New York and Costa Rica.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.You can contact me through my website, find me on Instagram, Pinterest or like The Minimalist Moms Page on Facebook.Our Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com/MINIMALIST* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Boll & Branch: http://bollandbranch.com/minimalist* Check out Wayfair: https://www.wayfair.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this conversation, science journalist and former biochemist Michaeleen Doucleff (author of Hunt, Gather, Parent and Dopamine Kids) reframes everything we think we know about dopamine. It’s not a “feel-good” chemical - it’s a system that drives wanting and seeking, which today’s ultra-processed foods and digital apps are designed to exploit.We discuss why willpower alone doesn’t work, how to “curate cues” inside your home, and practical ways to retrain your family’s dopamine system - from screen-free rhythms to pairing foods for better satiety. Michaeleen shares how to create a home sanctuary that protects sleep, focus, and connection, while staying flexible in the real world.Links Discussed in This Episode |Checkout the podcast storefront for recommendations from Diane.Diane's Resource: Minimalism with Kids (and Beyond) with Diane BodenBook: Dopamine Nation: Finding Balance in the Age of Indulgence Connect with Michaeleen:WebsiteBook: Dopamine Kids: A Science-Based Plan to Rewire Your Child's Brain and Take Back Your Family in the Age of Screens and Ultraprocessed FoodsAbout Michaeleen |Michaeleen Doucleff, PhD, has reported on children’s health for NPR’s science desk for more than a decade. In 2015, she was part of the team that earned a George Foster Peabody Award for its coverage of the Ebola outbreak in West Africa. She has a doctorate in chemistry from the University of California, Berkeley, and a bachelor of science from the California Institute of Technology. Before joining NPR, Doucleff completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the National Institutes of Health. She lives with her husband and daughter in Alpine, Texas, and is the author of the New York Times bestseller Hunt, Gather, Parent and Dopamine Kids.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.You can contact me through my website, find me on Instagram, Pinterest or like The Minimalist Moms Page on Facebook.Our Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com/MINIMALIST* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Boll & Branch: http://bollandbranch.com/minimalist* Check out Wayfair: https://www.wayfair.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Managing family finances can feel overwhelming - especially when you’ve been conditioned to believe that working more is the only path to financial security. In this episode, Diane sits down with financial coach George to talk about simplifying money management, creating practical financial systems, and building long-term freedom without sacrificing your quality of life.George shares how he and his wife developed a values-based approach to budgeting, investing, and debt payoff that helps couples work as a team while still allowing for guilt-free personal spending. Together, they discuss the importance of auditing subscriptions, investing early to outpace inflation, and creating a clear financial mission so every dollar has a purpose.Links Discussed in This Episode |Checkout the podcast storefront for recommendations from Diane.Diane's Resource: Minori BeautyConnect with George:Website InstagramAbout George |George Thomas is the CEO and founder of Financial Freedom Builders, a financial education and coaching company that helps individuals and families take control of their money and build lasting wealth. With nearly 20 years of experience, George has guided countless families in eliminating debt, increasing savings, investing wisely, and creating clear plans for financial independence. Known for simplifying complex financial concepts, George teaches practical, judgment-free money strategies that are easy to understand and apply in everyday life. He is also the creator of Freedom Builders Academy, a self-paced program designed to help families build strong financial foundations from home.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.You can contact me through my website, find me on Instagram, Pinterest or like The Minimalist Moms Page on Facebook.Our Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com/MINIMALIST* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Boll & Branch: http://bollandbranch.com/minimalist* Check out Wayfair: https://www.wayfair.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Burnout, people-pleasing, procrastination, and mom guilt aren’t personal failures—they’re signs of a nervous system stuck in survival mode. In this episode, Diane talks with Elyssa Smith, founder of Your Best Moment and creator of the Ultimate Self-Regulation Method, about why so many women feel overwhelmed and exhausted despite doing “all the right things.”Elyssa explains how emotional regulation—not time management or self-discipline—is the key to setting boundaries without guilt, ending self-sabotage, and parenting with more peace and confidence. Drawing from her personal healing journey and years of coaching women, she shares practical insights to help moms stop putting themselves last and start living with clarity and calm.Links Discussed in This Episode |Checkout the podcast storefront for recommendations from Diane.Elyssa's Resource: The Language of Letting Go: Daily Meditations on CodependencyConnect with Elyssa:WebsiteInstagramLink to Reset (free resource): https://elyssa-smith.mykajabi.com/resetYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Elyssa-SmithAbout Elyssa |Elyssa Smith is a Trauma-Informed Executive Coach who helps female executives, entrepreneurs, and professionals heal from hidden trauma and limiting beliefs to reach their next level faster. Through her own healing journey from multiple traumas, she developed methods to rewire the survival brain and overcome the imposter syndrome, overwhelm, negative self-talk and perfectionism that keep so many women stuck.As host of the "Unlock Your Blocks" podcast and creator of the Ultimate Self-Regulation Method, Elyssa helps women reclaim their time, energy, and hope using brain science-based techniques for nervous system regulation and trauma healing.Her TEDx talk, Why You Procrastinate and How to Stop it For Good, has garnered hundreds of thousands of views, she has been featured in Forbes, and is a regular contributor to Fox59 Morning News. Elyssa believes every woman deserves to unleash her wildest potential for unprecedented success and happiness.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.You can contact me through my website, find me on Instagram, Pinterest or like The Minimalist Moms Page on Facebook.Our Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com/MINIMALIST* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Boll & Branch: http://bollandbranch.com/minimalist* Check out Wayfair: https://www.wayfair.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

For those that are new around here, I release bonus episodes that serve a niche part of my audience, so if this content is 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!--------------------------------Is it really possible to build a meaningful career without sacrificing your presence at home? In this conversation, Diane sits down with venture capitalist and conscious investor Eva Yazhari to talk about the tension between entrepreneurship and motherhood - and why “work-life balance” often isn’t the goal in either space. After a decade on Wall Street managing billions in hedge fund investments, Eva stepped away from the traditional finance path to co-found Beyond Capital Ventures, a purpose-driven impact fund investing in ethical companies around the globe - all while becoming a mother of two. Together, they explore how motherhood reshaped Eva’s approach to leadership, risk, and success; why holding your self-worth high matters in both parenting and business; and how simplicity, boundaries, and long-term thinking can create more sustainable ways to grow—at work and at home.Links Discussed in This Episode |Checkout the podcast storefront for recommendations from Diane.Previous Episode: Breaking Free from the Trap of Overachievement | Keren Eldad (EP17)Connect with Eva:Website InstagramBook: The Good Your Money Can Do: Becoming a Conscious InvestorAbout Eva |Eva Yazhari is an experienced investor, author, and advocate for conscious capitalism. As Managing Partner of Beyond Capital Ventures, she leads early-stage investments in East Africa and India, focusing on essential sectors with the potential to impact millions. Her investment portfolio spans over 50 equity and 9 debt deals, reaching more than 100 million customers and championing equitable ownership for all founders.Eva began her career on Wall Street as Vice President at EnTrust Capital, managing over $5 billion in investments. She now brings that institutional expertise to mentoring founders and scaling purpose-driven companies in emerging markets. She serves on the boards of Viebeg Medical, Lal10, and CarePoint, and contributes strategic oversight across the BCV portfolio. She’s also a member of the Athena Leadership Council at Barnard College.Eva is the author of The Good Your Money Can Do and co-hosts The Beyond Capital Podcast and The BCV Podcast, where she features global impact leaders. Splitting her time between London and Los Angeles, Eva combines financial rigor with values-driven leadership.She holds a BA in Mathematics from Barnard College, with additional credentials from MIT Sloan and Harvard Business School.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.You can contact me through my website, find me on Instagram, Pinterest or like The Minimalist Moms Page on Facebook.Our Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com/MINIMALIST* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Boll & Branch: http://bollandbranch.com/minimalist* Check out Wayfair: https://www.wayfair.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This podcast is part of the Clear Intentions series of the show.In this episode, we’re joined by speaker and author Justin Jones-Fosu to explore how respectful disagreement can be a powerful antidote to today’s growing loneliness epidemic. With half of Americans reporting just three or fewer close friends, we examine how fear of judgment, cancel culture, and surface-level conversations are driving disconnection. Justin unpacks concepts like the “dotted line dilemma” and the “illusion of asymmetric insight,” showing how our assumptions often block true connection. He also shares practical strategies to foster curiosity, embrace open-hearted dialogue, and stay present—even when we disagree. This conversation is a compelling reminder that we don’t have to agree to connect—we just have to keep talking.Links Discussed in This Episode |Checkout the podcast storefront for recommendations from Diane.Book: What Happened to You?: Conversations on Trauma, Resilience, and Healing by Oprah and Dr. Bruce PerryConnect with Justin:WebsiteFacebookInstagramLinkedInBook: I Respectfully Disagree: How to Have Difficult Conversations in a Divided WorldAbout Justin |Justin Jones-Fosu brings energy everywhere—whether scaling one of the famed 7 Summits, dancing with his wife, or chasing after his four turbocharged kids. But his real passion? Elevating workplaces, one keynote, one training, and one course at a time.As the CEO of Work. Meaningful. Justin delivers 50+ keynotes a year, helping organizations climb higher with enchanting employee experience through meaningful engagement, belonging, and leadership that actually sticks.An author and workplace researcher, he’s written Your WHY Matters NOW, The Inclusive Mindset, and his latest, I Respectfully Disagree, a guide to navigating tough conversations in a divided world.With humor, insight, and research-backed wisdom, Justin doesn’t just speak—he creates experiences that leave participants not just informed but transformed.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.You can contact me through my website, find me on Instagram, Pinterest or like The Minimalist Moms Page on Facebook.Our Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com/MINIMALIST* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Boll & Branch: http://bollandbranch.com/minimalist* Check out Wayfair: https://www.wayfair.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy