The Decluttered Mom Podcast

Are you a busy mom feeling overwhelmed by clutter that’s made up of things you actually use every day? 

This episode dives deep into a common struggle: how to manage and minimize frequently used items that still make your home feel chaotic.

Why This Episode is Perfect for You:

• You’re juggling a million things and need simple, realistic strategies to keep your home manageable.
• You want to stop feeling overwhelmed by clutter that’s “...

Ever feel like your kids’ stuffies are multiplying overnight? You’re not alone—and today’s episode is just for you (and your little ones)!

This week, Diana is joined by a very special guest—her 8-year-old daughter (aka the “Stuffy Queen”)—who’s back on the mic with adorable, practical tips for organizing all those beloved stuffed animals. If you remember her last appearance at age five, you know you’re in for a treat!

Why listen?

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If you’re a busy mom, fed up with the usual tips and craving real, practical solutions that truly simplify your life, you’re in the right place. 

This week, we’re sharing more unconventional systems that genuinely make life easier—because let’s be honest, we could all use a little extra help!

Diana is back with more of her favorite “odd, but it works” house rules—the ones that keep her home running (mostly) smoothly, even when life g...

Are you deep in the end-of-school chaos, or already in full summer survival mode, hiding from the heat and wondering how you’ll make it to August with your sanity intact? Either way, this episode is for you. 

Diana is sharing her odd, but it works house rules—those quirky, real-life hacks that keep her family (mostly) sane and her home (mostly) running, even when summer turns everything upside down.

In this episode, Diana gets real a...

Overflowing closet every morning? Feeling guilty about all those impulse purchases that are now taking over your space? This episode is your roadmap out of clothing chaos.

Diana tackles the reality that many of us face: closets bursting with fast fashion finds that we can't bring ourselves to donate because we know they'll just end up in landfills. 

She breaks down the shocking truth about textile waste (spoiler: it's ...

Are you staring down summer break and already feeling that mix of excitement and overwhelm? I see you. If you’re anything like me, you’re juggling work, family, and the endless “what are we doing today?” questions from the kids. 

I've been exactly where you are—kids bouncing off the walls, work deadlines looming, and that sinking feeling that you should have planned better for these twelve (yes, TWELVE!) weeks of summer.

Why You...

If you're one of those moms who loves the savings of bulk buying but feels like your kitchen has turned into a storage unit, you're definitely not alone. 

Maybe you're shoving toilet paper behind the couch, stacking cereal boxes on top of your fridge, or—let's be honest—just leaving everything on the counter because you literally have nowhere else to put it.

What if we told you there's a better way? What if y...

Are you tired of wasting money on pretty pantry containers that don't actually work for your family?

If you've ever fallen down the Instagram rabbit hole of those gorgeous, micro-organized pantries and wondered how to make it work in your real life (and budget!), this episode is for you.

Perfect for You If:

• You're overwhelmed by pantry organization options and don't know where to start
• You've wasted money o...

Got laundry questions? We've got answers! In this eye-opening episode, Diana sits down with laundry expert Melissa (you may know her from TikTok!) to uncover the science behind clean clothes and bust common laundry myths that might be costing you time and money.

You can find her on TikTok here:https://www.tiktok.com/@melissadilkespateras?lang=en

You can find her new book here: https://www.amazon.com/Dirty-Guide-Clean-Home-Housek...

Are you constantly caught between the guilt of too much screen time and the need to stay connected? 

Do you find yourself mindlessly scrolling when you meant to just check one message? You're not alone.

In this refreshing episode, Diana Rene opens up about her personal struggle with digital overload—a challenge she faced both as a working professional and later as a stay-at-home mom seeking connection during isolating days with ...

Diana shares her birthday wishlist approach as someone who doesn't want to add clutter to her life but still wants to celebrate in meaningful ways. 

If you've ever struggled with answering "What do you want for your birthday?" without adding more junk to your home, this episode is for you!

Takeaways You Don't Want to Miss:

• Experience gifts create memories without adding physical clutter - Diana explains wh...

Feeling overwhelmed by household responsibilities? Wish your kids would help more? Learn how to transform "chores" into positive household contributions that benefit everyone.

Stop being the only one managing your home while everyone else lives in it.
This episode gives you practical tasks for kids of every age, from toddlers to teens.

What You'll Learn:

• The importance of setting a positive example about househo...

Feeling overwhelmed by the never-ending pile of dishes and mountains of laundry? In this episode Diana shares two game-changing concepts that have completely transformed her approach to those dreaded daily mom tasks. 

These aren't complicated strategies that require special skills—just simple mindset shifts that actually work in real mom life!

What You'll Learn:

• All about "Parkinson's Law" and how we make ...

Ever catch yourself constantly saying "hurry up" to your kids while your own heart is racing? 

In this episode, Diana shares her summer mission to break free from the cycle of rushing - and why it might be the game-changer your family needs too.

In this episode Diana shares:

• The surprising conversation with Diana's mom that changed her perspective on hurrying
• Why that frantic "we're late!" energy is li...

Are you tired of half-empty food boxes taking over your pantry? Frustrated by stale chips and cereal that expire before you can finish them? 

In this eye-opening episode, Diana breaks down "decanting" – the simple practice of transferring store-bought foods into reusable containers – and how it can revolutionize your kitchen organization.

What You'll Learn:

• The four key benefits of decanting that go far beyond just ...

Ever wonder why empty spaces feel so uncomfortable? 

In this candid episode, Diana shares how she accidentally became a minimalist when moving across country, fitting everything she owned into a tiny Saturn Ion. 

But within months of landing her first Colorado paycheck, she found herself bizarrely uncomfortable with the emptiness, buying things she didn't need just to fill space - and how quickly clutter crept back into her life...

Remember when you could lose yourself in a good book for hours? 

When was the last time that happened? As moms, our personal passions often get shelved alongside our favorite novels. 

In this episode, Diana confesses how motherhood hijacked her lifelong reading habit and reveals the ridiculously simple strategy that helped her reclaim this joy—without adding more pressure to her already packed schedule.

In this episode, Diana shared:

Are you constantly racing against the clock each morning? 

Do you find yourself always searching for backpacks, homework folders, or your laptop charger while trying to get everyone out the door on time? This episode is for you.

Diana gets real about her own morning struggles and shares the super simple hack that's been a total lifesaver for her family. As a work-from-home mom who usually heads to coffee shops to avoid home dist...

Are you drowning in baskets, dressers, and "important" boxes that never get opened? In this episode, Diana chats with Jess, a mom of three (including twins!) who transformed her home from an overwhelming storage facility to a peaceful living space.

In this episode, you'll hear:

• Why moving to a bigger house DIDN'T solve Jess's clutter problem (spoiler: you can't organize junk!)
• The moment when Jess&apo...