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This episode is ALL about discomfort and challenging your views on the role of it in your life and parenting. Sure, everyone wants have comfort in their life, and it's great to a certain extent. However, no major breakthroughs in life happen without discomfort first. In this episode, I share my personal experiences with getting really uncomfortable and embracing the difficult as well as how to encourage independent and resilient children. If you've ever wondered if you're living your life to the fullest and really getting after what you desire, this episode will give you the tools and motivation to embrace discomfort. Head here to access the full show notes!

Today's episode of the Streamlined Motherhood Podcast features Kelsey Wharton, fellow podcaster, creative, and mom of 2. You may know her from the Girl Next Door Podcast with Erica Ladd, from her blog Rising*Shining or from the podcast she shares with her husband, Matrimoney. Kelsey has spent the majority of her adult years working in a full-time job outside the home as an academic science research writer and only recently quit to focus on her non-fiction book proposal. We discuss what it was like for her to experience both working outside the home and in it as well as how she prioritizes her creative work. She offers a litmus test for whether or not the work you're doing is worth continuing and how limiting labels, such as stay at home mom or working mom, can be. Kelsey also shares time organization strategies and her favorite life hacks for making time for what matters most. We had such a fantastic conversation that I am sure Kelsey will be back on the show again in the future! Resources: Kelsey's planner: Get to Work Book Additional books to read on women, work and time management: I Know How She Does it and 168 hours, both by Laura Vanderkam (**affiliate links) Kelsey's blog: RISING*SHINING Kelsey on Instagram: @kelswharton The Girl Next Door Podcast Matrimoney Loved this episode? Leave a review on iTunes or share it with a friend! Thank you so much to Streamlined Motherhood sponsor Biddle and Bop! Have you heard of the Scandinavian phrase "No bad weather, just bad clothing"? It explains why their kids spend so much time at play - in all weather. Ever wondered what kids in Scandinavia wear outdoors? Biddle and Bop is an amazing kids online shop that stocks colorful and playful organic children's wear, sustainably sourced forest school waterproof favorites and all weather play gear from Denmark, Sweden, Norway, and beyond. Find the best kids outerwear for year round outdoor play at Biddle and Bop and use code THESTREAMINED to save 10% until the end of January 2019! Thank you for supporting the small shops that make this podcast possible!

Have you ever spent some time thinking about what you really desire out of your life? What would your ideal life look like and how would you use your time? Sometimes it can feel hard to even think like this because of perceived limitations, whether real or not. Sometimes it can feel hard to think about our own dreams when we're part of a partnership and are worried about how our partner might handle our dreams. And sometimes we might find it hard to think about our own dreams when we have so much responsibility on our shoulders, children to care for, a home to manage, and work to complete. Maybe you have a dream or idea on your mind but worry about the financial aspect of it, would it cost to much, would it use up your family's precious resources, OR, if it's a business idea, can I be profitable? In Episode 10, Kate shares a her journey to creating a life that she truly love and offers some practical advice for working through your own limitations. In this episode: What to do if you're feeling resistance to this topic Why Kate was drawn to living small, traveling, and creating a community of women thriving in motherhood and life Create a dream life by imagining how all of your different values and interest can work together Why travel isn't enough for Kate and how she figured out what was missing from her life How to avoid allowing your path to be steered by an idealized view of yourself and motherhood (listen to Episode 2 for more.) Move beyond tidy boxes that force your identity into one side or the other; it's okay to be unique and outside the box! Need help figuring out your dreams? Head here to work with Kate. Limiting beliefs: What if my partner isn't supportive or it impacts our relationship? How can I pursue my dreams when everyone and everything is depending on me? I don't have the time or money to do what I want and feel stuck. Loved this episode? Leave a review on iTunes or share it with a friend! Thank you so much to Streamlined Motherhood sponsor Biddle and Bop! Have you heard of the Scandinavian phrase "No bad weather, just bad clothing"? It explains why their kids spend so much time at play - in all weather. Ever wondered what kids in Scandinavia wear outdoors? Biddle and Bop is an amazing kids online shop that stocks colorful and playful organic children's wear, sustainably sourced forest school waterproof favorites and all weather play gear from Denmark, Sweden, Norway, and beyond. Find the best kids outerwear for year round outdoor play at Biddle and Bop and use code THESTREAMINED to save 10% until the end of January 2019! Thank you for supporting the small shops that make this podcast possible!

Welcome to Episode 9 of the Streamlined Motherhood Podcast. Today's episode is ALL about rest, the kind of rest that you've been majorly craving for yourself. Rest isn't for when your kids are older, when your baby sleeps through the night, or when you aren't working a full-time job. In this episode, Kate shares practical ways to find more rest now, regardless of your situation. Ready to hear more? In this episode: How Kate finally hit her breaking point with busyness and what she did to change course When the way you live your life doesn't reflect your values Why "no" should become your new favorite word how to find rest even when it seems impossible, even when you are called to raise kids, to work, and to nurture relationships Why your body desperately needs rest What to do if your life seems to busy for rest How to handle kids who don't sleep and get your rest too Can you think of any activities you currently participate in that are a drain on your life? How to find creative solutions for juggling work and your own self-care Resources: Read this article on why rest is so important for your body. F.lux app for Windows or Mac (this is what I use on my Macbook when working in the evenings. The only thing that I struggle to do with it is edit photos--because the colors aren't true--so I save photo editing for mid-morning when blue light exposure is normal.) I also heard that the newest Mac update (Nov 2018) includes a blue light filter. Twilight on Google Play (this is what I use on my phone, and it's been a huge help! I notice a big difference if I have it turned off, and I make sure every evening around dinner time that it's turned on.) I've been planning to get these blue light filtering glasses for myself and my family so that we can watch family movies in the evenings and not have it interrupt our sleep. (**affiliate link) If you need help trouble-shooting your schedule to prioritize rest, learn how to set boundaries with others, and create a life you love, let's work together 1 on 1. I'm currently accepting new mamas into my Motherhood Support coaching program. Head here for more info or get on my schedule for a FREE 30 minute session. Please leave a review on iTunes and share this episode with a friend! Thanks so much for listening!

Welcome to Episode 8 of the Streamlined Motherhood Podcast! In this episode, I share a dynamic conversation I had with with Jill Snell, founder of House of Huckleberry magazine. We chat about her motherhood journey, the way she gets so fired up about community and including people of all abilities, and a particularly helpful analogy she uses to navigate the balance of being a working mom. In this Episode Jill shares her motherhood journey, how it has shaped her views on life, work, and balance We chat about her long-term vision for a community in which everyone, of all abilities and backgrounds, would feel welcomed. She shares a particular experience in Target that changed her path and showed her how there is still a need for education and community surrounding families with differently-abled children. We talk about the lessons we've both learned in motherhood and how we've been shaped by them. She also shares an analogy for that elusive work-life balance that is a game-changer. Find Huckleberry magazine and Jill here: On the web: houseofhuckleberry.com On the gram: find it here On Facebook: head here Thanks so much for listening to Episode 08 with Jill Snell! Let me know what you thought of the episode below or leave a review on iTunes.

Ever feel at the end of your rope with your kiddos? Wish being patient came easier to you? In Episode 7 of the Streamlined Motherhood Podcast, Kate is sharing ways to overcome and confidently handle the events that trigger impatience. This is not your typical "count to 10 in your head to calm down" episode, but REAL recommendations to meet you where you are in your parenting journey. In this episode: Have you been to the Streamlined Life yet and downloaded your copy of 9 Wellness Tips for the Busy Mama? This is my free guide to you on the checkpoints to look for every day to make sure you are feeling your best, full of energy, and kicking butt at motherhood. I also recorded a video webinar just for you in which I go over each of my tips in more detail. Just head to www.thestreamlinedlife.com, enter your email address, and it's all yours! Tips for Finding Your Patience Slow down and connect with your child when giving direction. Touch her shoulder, hold her hand, and make eye contact. Take care of yourself and meet your needs regularly so you aren't triggered by them. Some questions to ask yourself: Am I getting enough rest? Eating well? Not too hopped up on stimulants? Am I moving and expressing my emotions and physical needs? Do I get breaks to be an adult separate from my kids? When you're feeling frustrated, put yourself in time-out and use that break to cool down and mentally reconnect to your child. Process any emotional issues, stresses, and worries separate from your child; do this so you don't dump your negative energy on them if you find yourself losing your patience Morning pages: 3 pages or 10 minutes of stream of consciousness writing first thing in the morning. Get all that mental gunk out so you can feel mentally prepared to parent. Check-in regularly with a partner, friend, family member, therapist, or coach to get the emotional support you need. If you are needing someone who can support you in your motherhood journey, let's chat! You can sign up for a free 30 minute call with me on my website at www.thestreamlinedlife.com/coaching Know Your Triggers Become hyper-aware of what triggers you regularly and causes you to lose your patience Re-frame your child's frustrating behavior and find the NEED behind it Be present as much as possible with your child to avoid triggering impatience Hugs fix everything! Show lots of love to your child to create a deep connection that will help you weather the more trying moments. If you're struggling to stay present, spend some time contemplating why you feel the need to escape? Are you unhappy about something and need additional support? Give yourself grace on those bad days and know that tomorrow is always a fresh chance to do better. Motherhood is not a competition to be the perfect mom. You are the mother your kiddos need, so just be there. That's all. Let's connect! Find me on Instagram @thestreamlinedlife Pinterest: @streamlinedmotherhood Thanks so much for listening! Will you leave a review on iTunes for the podcast? You can do so here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-streamlined-motherhood-podcast/id1436254835?mt=2

Have you ever felt stuck or in between where you were and where you want to be? Have you ever wondered when life would get back to normal? In Episode 6 of the Streamlined Motherhood Podcast, Kate is talking about liminal space, or the in-betweens that naturally happen in life. Mentioned in this episode: Franciscian Friar Richard Rohr on liminal space: "where we are betwixt and between the familiar and the completely unknown. There alone is our old world left behind, while we are not yet sure of the new existence. That's a good space where genuine newness can begin. Get there often and stay as long as you can by whatever means possible…This is the sacred space where the old world is able to fall apart, and a bigger world is revealed. If we don't encounter liminal space in our lives, we start idealizing normalcy. The threshold is God's waiting room. Here we are taught openness and patience as we come to expect an appointment with the divine Doctor." "You Are a Badass: How to Stop Doubting Your Greatness and Start Living an Awesome Life" by Jen Sincero. This is one of my favorite books for breaking out of a rut and moving toward the future you desire.** One of my favorite quotes by Jen Sincero says this: "your job isn't to know the how, it's to know the what and to be open to discovering and receiving the how." Maria Montessori and the Stages of Development in Childhood: Absorbent Mind, Reasoning Mind, and the Acquisition of Culture. Read more about it here. Kim John Payne on the concept of Soul Fever in our children. For more on the topic, read his book "Simplicity Parenting" which is one of my favorite parenting books.** Calm bedtime practice of prayer or affirmations around a candle excerpted from Sharifa Oppenheimer's book "Heaven on Earth: a Handbook for Parents of Young Children".** Sleep Meditations for Kids app by Christiane Kerr. Available on iTunes and in the Google Play store. How to tell if you're experiencing Liminal Space Ask yourself: Have I recently made a big change to my life? Have I discovered a new piece of information and I'm not sure how this fits in with my values or beliefs? Has something traumatic or unsettling occurred that has pushed me into a new way of living that I wasn't expecting? Steps to Work Through Liminal Space Establish a gratitude practice, through visualization and meditation or journaling Cultivate your faith in the yet to be seen Jen Sincero quote on faith: "Faith is having the audacity to believe in the not-yet seen. Faith is the muscle you use when you decide to blast outside of your comfort zone and transform your life into something that's practically unrecognizable to you in your present reality. Faith smothers your fear of the unknown. Faith allows you to take risks." COACHING Sign-up to be notified of when my 1 on 1 coaching offerings open up in late October 2018 and be automatically entered to win one of 3 free 30 minute coaching sessions! If you're feeling something inside you saying, yes, I need some support and encouragement, then hop over to thestreamlinedlife.com/coaching right now to get on the list. Thank you Streamlined Motherhood sponsor Home of Wool for making this episode possible. Head to homeofwool.com to shop their ALL-NATURAL HANDMADE WOOL MATTRESSES, BEDDING AND DECOR. And just for you, use code THESTREAMLINED5 to get an additional 5% discount off your purchase. **Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links, for products that I already use and love, which means I may earn some money if you click on one. Read the full disclaimer.

Do you ever wonder why your child does the things that they do? Have you ever worried about the impact you are having on their growth and development as a person? In this episode, Kate deep dives into what makes our kids unique, how to love and appreciate them for who they truly are, and how to support them with patience and love from infancy through childhood. This in-depth episode will leave you feeling encouraged and prepared to guide your children to become independent and amazing adults. Mentioned in this episode: Episode 02 motherhood mission statement exercise John Locke's "Tabula rasa" theory on children "the purpose of the child's early birth is now clear. It allows for the development of independence, coordinated movement, language, and will, in relationship to an environment set in historical time. Adaptation to human circumstances and custom is therefore virtually limitless. The child is a spiritual being who asks, why am I here? What is my task, my responsibility? Adults need to recognize this search for purpose inlife as they seek to aid the child in her completion as a human being." excerpted from: "Montessori from the Start" book by Paula Polk Lillard and Lynn Lillard Jessen. This book has been influential to the way I view infancy and toddlerhood, and I highly recommend it! Here is an incredible interview on infant sleep with James McKenna, Director of the Mother-Baby Behavioral Sleep Laboratory at the University of Notre Dame. "an infant always learns. The less we interfere with the natural process of learning, the more we can observe how much infants learn all the time." quote from Magda Gerber, childhood expert and author of Your Self-Confident Baby: How to Encourage Your Child's Natural Abilities -- From the Very Start Kim John Payne on the importance of filtering out the adult world. Read more in one of my favorite parenting books "Simplicity Parenting". If you enjoyed this episode, I would be beyond thrilled if you hopped over to iTunes and left me a review. It's kinda really important with a new podcast to get reviews as it lets others know that it's worth listening to. You can also share this episode with a friend or on social media. Feel free to send me an email to [email protected] and let me know how this episode impacted you; I love to hear from you all! Thank you so much for listening, and I'll see you next time! Get your copy of "9 Wellness Tips for the Busy Mama" plus free video guide Find more at www.thestreamlinedlife.com Connect with Kate on Instagram: @thestreamlinedlife Find Kate on Pinterest: www.pinterest.com/streamlinedmotherhood

What would you do if your newborn baby was sick and you suspected you knew the reason? How far would you go to help your child be healthy and also use your knowledge to benefit other people? That's the big question that my guest, Rosica Petrova, asked herself when her son was born. She was a mother on a mission, seeking answers to his problems and —when no one else could solve the problem— she did herself, ultimately leading to the founding of her company, Home of Wool. What I loved about chatting with Rosi is her passion for creating a healthy home. Rather than share platitudes, she has the real life experience and the expertise to back it up. She shares the latest research on what toxic materials you should avoid, the best choices for creating a healthy home, and one super easy step you can do today, no purchase necessary. As I mentioned in the interview, I am very passionate about creating a healthy home environment for my family, which is how I came across Rosi and her business in the first place. My family and I were looking for mattress alternatives to conventional options and her gorgeous, handmade wool mattresses were everything I had dreamed of to create a healthy and non-toxic sleep environment for my family. That was a huge step to take and there are so many other little tweaks you can make to improve your home environment. I want to help you take those steps, so make sure you're subscribed at my website, the Streamlined Life. Ready for your own Home of Wool bedding? Use my code THESTREAMLINEDLIFE5 for a 5% discount off your total! Head here to shop. Email me your questions about the bedding (because I know you have them!) and I'm happy to help! Thanks so much for listening! If you're enjoying the podcast will you leave a review? It helps let other mamas know that this is a podcast worth listening to. Thanks so much for your continued support!

Feeling like you have no "me time" to recharge? Have dreams for yourself, but think there is no place for them while mothering little ones? Listen on as Kate encourages you to first fill your own cup, so you can then better serve your family and those around you. Mentioned in this episode: What does it take to feel fulfilled? Your needs matter, especially when you're parenting little ones! What are you communicating to yourself? How to figure out your interests Why you should act on your dream now instead of waiting What would it take for you to create a life that makes your soul sing? Thanks to Streamlined Motherhood sponsor, Basal Baby, your go to source for 100% GOTS certified organic cotton baby basics at a great price. Head to basalbaby.com and use my code, STREAMLINE at checkout to enjoy 10% off your first order. Get your copy of "9 Wellness Tips for the Busy Mama" plus free video guide Find more at www.thestreamlinedlife.com Connect with Kate on Instagram: @thestreamlinedlife

Wouldn't it be great if motherhood came with an instruction manual? While there isn't one, as far as I know, you do have a wealth of wisdom inside you to draw from. In this episode, Kate guides you to create your own motherhood philosophy, a statement that will give you clarity and purpose in your parenting. Mentioned in this episode: Have you been to the Streamlined Life yet and downloaded your copy of 9 Wellness Tips for the Busy Mama? This is Kate's free guide to you on the checkpoints to look for every day to make sure you are feeling your best, full of energy, and kicking butt at motherhood. She also recorded a video webinar just for you in which she goes over each of her tips in more detail. Just head to www.thestreamlinedlife.com, enter your email address, and it's all yours! Feeling underwater and needing support? Check out Postpartum Support International for resources and a hotline. Motherhood Philosophy Questions: In an ideal world, what sort of mother would you be? How are outside influences, such as friends and family or even social media, impacting the way you view your motherhood? How were you parented and what aspects of that do you want to include in your parenting method? What do you NOT want to include? Create your Motherhood Philosophy statement: 1-2 sentences that summarize your ideal vision of yourself, the tools and tactics you are comfortable using, and the parenting methods that do not belong in your home. Thanks to Streamlined Motherhood sponsor, Basal Baby, your go to source for 100% GOTS certified organic cotton baby basics at a great price. Head to basalbaby.com and use my code, STREAMLINE at checkout to enjoy 10% off your first order. Get your copy of "9 Wellness Tips for the Busy Mama" plus free video guide Find more at www.thestreamlinedlife.com Connect with Kate on Instagram: @thestreamlinedlife

Welcome to the very first episode of the Streamlined Motherhood Podcast, hosted by Kate Saffle. In this episode, Kate shares the backstory of her motherhood journey and how the podcast came to be. Stay tuned for more episodes of the podcast as Kate will chat more about her favorite tips for designing a life that fills you and your family's cup and how to create a peaceful home and parent with intention and purpose, among so many other topics! SHOW NOTES: Kate's backstory Why Kate and her family chose to travel full-time and what that means to you Get your copy of "9 Wellness Tips for the Busy Mama" plus free video guide Find more at www.thestreamlinedlife.com Connect on Instagram: @thestreamlinedlife Music : "MIzuki" by Bad Snacks