You are in for a special treat! This is another episode of Coffee & Tea (with M&E) Real Moms Talking About Real Things. Join Emily McDermott, the host of Moms Overcoming Overwhelm and I as we talk about what didn’t work this week, how we pivoted, what things we are excited about, and things that made us laugh! In today's episode we talk about holiday planning, including strategies for managing time, gift-giving, and traditions while balancing work and family commitments. We also exchanged ideas about holiday activities, decorations, and traditions, with a particular emphasis on making the season more meaningful and less overwhelming for families. So grab your coffee or tea, pull up a chair, and join us!
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Bio:
Emily McDermott is an Air Force wife and mom to two energetic boys living in Fairfax, Virginia. She is also the host of the top 1% globally ranked podcast Moms Overcoming Overwhelm where she helps moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. As a virtual and in-person decluttering coach, she works with moms one-on-one to define what matters, eliminate what doesn’t and automate the rest. Emily enjoys writing custom poetry, dancing, and eating peanut butter out of the jar.
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Links Mentioned In Show Notes:
- Khrystyne Jaspers - Consumable gift guide: https://buy.stripe.com/aFa5kD0AQ2sC0ccdkZ1RC01 Experience gift guide: https://spring-bonus-491.myflodesk.com/budd330d2z
- Brio Magazine - https://store.focusonthefamily.com/brio-magazine-1-year-6-issues/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22710637371&gbraid=0AAAAADoLrVC7QbICyvtaiaKzbuXi-GpvH&gclid=CjwKCAiA_orJBhBNEiwABkdmjNTRu0eZXnVouyQSYtnaPSUQOT-Y7rTEsFD3dDvIxD5VnJw6OdgBwBoChfgQAvD_BwE
- Girls Like You Magazine - https://forgirlslikeyou.com/
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Michelle
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