In this encouraging episode, Carly is joined by Madison, founder of Cook at Home Mom, to talk all things realistic mealtimes for busy families. Madison shares her journey from frozen pizza queen to home-cooking advocate and offers practical advice for making dinnertime less stressful and more meaningful.
They dive into topics like:
- How to simplify meal planning (even if you're Type B)
- What to do when the 5 PM chaos hits
- Creating a family rhythm around shared meals
- Involving kids of all ages in meal prep (without losing your mind)
- Letting go of unrealistic expectations (spoiler: your 4-year-old won’t sit for 30 minutes)
- Building appreciation and connection through shared responsibility
Whether you're a brand-new mom wondering how to get food on the table, or you're in the thick of dinnertime with multiple kids and mounting stress, this episode is packed with relatable stories, helpful strategies, and a whole lot of grace.
Mentioned in this episode:
- The “hands!” method for serving dinner
- Kid-safe knives and stools to help little ones join in
- The power of planning just a few meals a week
- Why it’s okay if your mealtime doesn’t look like a Norman Rockwell painting
Tune in for realistic encouragement and ideas you can try tonight — even if your kitchen is already a mess.
Connect with Madison:
Instagram: @cookathomemom
Website: www.cookathomemom.com
Podcast: The Vine
The Balanced Dinner Club - coming soon!
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