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The duties tied to being a mom are endless!  We often feel like we don't have enough of ourselves to go around and that we aren't giving each child as much quality time as we desire.  However, quality time doesn't have to be hours together, focused on each other.  You can spend amazing quality time with your kids in just a few minutes here and there if you are being intentional with that time.  And, I bet you are doing more bonding with your children throughout the day than you even give yourself credit for!  In today's episode, I'm sharing tons of different ideas for spending quality time with your children that takes just a couple minutes in the day and is not very hard to fit in - as long as you are being intentional! Subscribe to the Work Life Glue Box (next box shipping is April box): https://www.worklifegluebox.com/ Purchase the March (Maximize Your Meal Times) Work Life Glue Box: https://www.worklifegluebox.com/shop/product/4305709669 Purchase the February (Maximize Your Relationships) Work Life Glue Box: https://www.worklifegluebox.com/shop/product/4252595361 Subscribe to the Work Life Glue Community: https://www.worklifegluebox.com/subscribe/4159470838_online-community-only?gift=False Work Life Glue Box Unboxing Videos: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNbrmIjuytLFiqF_b7z9QwLvFcJRleyPH - Jim and Jamie Sheils Interview: https://youtu.be/8wje2Bi-DGo - No Bad Kids by Janet Lansbury: https://amzn.to/3v7rnyf - Positive Parenting Course Review Video: https://youtu.be/nxVmydSvgzU - Chatbooks (Get $10 off your first order): http://invite.chatbooks.com/sarahann2ze - My Photo System Podcast Episode: https://youtu.be/7eN2FVR5g0M COMMENT ON THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/5VoIVQcVfi4

It is inevitable that life will still face hard times even after becoming a mom.  In fact, oftentimes those hard time are amplified because they are tied to shame and guilt for struggling when we are trying to do the best for our kids and family.  While we can't avoid all bad times, we can find ways to "struggle well."  I have had my fair share of hard times since becoming a mom - postpartum depression, illness, family issues, friend issues, financial strain, job stress, kid behavior issues, health issues, the list goes on and on.  The last thing we want to do as moms is to take our hard times out on our kids and let our personal struggles negatively affect our family.  In today's episode, I'm sharing practical tips you can do when you are facing a short-term problem (or "rut") for a day or a couple days, or a long-term problem that may not resolve for quite some time.  I pray that this episode can bless you can help you through whatever hard time you may be facing. Work Life Glue Box (use code March for $5 off): https://www.worklifegluebox.com/ Work Life Glue Community-Only: https://www.worklifegluebox.com/subscribe/4159470838_online-community-only?gift=False To comment on this episode, head to the Youtube video: https://youtu.be/7ewOrTY8zXI - Sensory Loose Parts Kits: https://www.etsy.com/search?q=sensory%20loose%20parts%20kits - 25 Things to do with Kids Episode: https://www.worklifeglue.com/podcast/25activities - Disco Ball: https://amzn.to/3t0CiaD

We only get 18 summers with each of our kids which really isn't that long – just ask any parent whose children have left “the nest” and they will tell you it goes by in a flash. They may even tell you some of their regrets. What do you think one of the biggest regrets they have may be? High up on many empty nesters' list of regrets is that they wish they had spent more quality time with each of their kids. I don't want that to be you (or me!)! In today's episode, Jim and Jamie Sheils of 18 Summers will be walking us through their idea of a Family Board Meeting, how to put it into play, why it's so important, as well as some other practical tips for making the most of the precious family time we've been given while our kids are still in our homes. - 18 Summers: https://www.18summers.com/ - Family Board Meeting Book: https://amzn.to/3nWpEYs - Work Life Glue FEBRUARY Box: https://www.worklifegluebox.com/shop/product/4252595361 - Work Life Glue Community-Only (use code BRANDNEW for $5 off): https://www.worklifegluebox.com/subscribe/

It's time to take back your time!  In today's episode, I am sharing a piece of an interview I did with Amy Miller of Simply Beautiful Plans about time management in my Work Life Glue Box community on Facebook.  It's an exclusive group for the Work Life Glue Box subscribers as well as those who subscribed for the Community-Only option.  We talked for a long time about time management tips, priorities, how to fit more in but not be super overwhelmed, how to plan, and also answered members' questions at the end.  In this episode, I'm sharing a couple great tips out of many that we discussed! - Previous Interview with Amy Miller: https://www.worklifeglue.com/podcast/simplybeautifulplans - Simply Beautiful Plans Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SimplyBeautifulPlans - Simply Beautiful Plans Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplybeautifulplans/ - Simply Beautiful Plans Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/177554612827446 - Work Life Glue Box: https://www.worklifegluebox.com/ - Work Life Glue Community-Only (use code BRANDNEW for $5 off your subscription): https://www.worklifegluebox.com/subscribe/ - Loop Earplugs: https://www.loopearplugs.com/

As busy mom we all could use a few extra hours in the day, am I right?!? But what do you do when you seriously need more hours than you have and you can't get it all done?!? I'm here today to rescue you and give you the best time management tips for moms for 2022! These tips will help you create balance that sticks, do what actually matters, carve out more time each day, and make the most of your time!  Work Life Glue Subscription Box: http://www.worklifegluebox.com/ Work Life Glue Community-Only Subscription: https://www.worklifegluebox.com/subscribe/4159470838_online-community-only?gift=False Work Life Glue Box Unboxing Video: https://youtu.be/1xu8QogRZkA OTHER LINKS:  - Atomic Habits: https://amzn.to/33ajT1Q - Timer Cube: https://www.worklifegluebox.com/shop/product/4205064714 - Be Present Screen Blockers: https://amzn.to/3zXml8d - Work Life Glue Subscription Box: https://www.worklifegluebox.com/ - Work Life Glue Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/worklifeglue - Work Life Glue Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/worklifeglue/

Goal setting can be overwhelming and can also lead to us failing if we aren't careful.  Last year, I tried out the 21 for 2021 goal setting plan where you set 21 goals for 2021.  I loved it so much I'm doing it again this year with the 22 for 2022!  I love this method of goal setting because you can include a lot of smaller goals that you likely wouldn't include if you were doing "traditional" large-scale goal setting, and it's just a lot of fun!  In this episode, I'm sharing the goals I set for 2021 (and whether I met them or not) and my new goals for 2022! - Work Life Glue Subscription Box: https://www.worklifegluebox.com/ - Work Life Glue Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/worklifeglue - Work Life Glue Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/worklifeglue/ - Nicole of BeginAtHome on IG: https://www.instagram.com/beginathome/ - Every Mother Program: https://every-mother.com/ - Postpartum Depression Episode: https://www.worklifeglue.com/podcast/depression - 100 Morning Meltdown: https://www.beachbodyondemand.com/blog/morning-meltdown-100 - Will to Murder Book: https://amzn.to/3eKNcud - Mama Bear Apologetics Book: https://amzn.to/3HvoD0J - Mere Motherhood Book: https://amzn.to/32BQiOV

I'm a tradition-lover through and through, but I know not everyone has as much fun as I do coming up with traditions.  Thanksgiving is a time where there are traditions, but no where near as many as Christmas.  I think that should change!  Thanksgiving is the perfect time to be grateful, to teach our kids about generosity, to show compassion to others, and so I've come up with ten Thanksgiving traditions that do all of those things!  All ten of these traditions are super simple, don't cost a lot of money, don't require a ton of planning, and are things you can do with kids of all ages.  I hope you enjoy! Thankful Turkey from Busy Toddler: https://busytoddler.com/2016/11/teaching-toddlers-to-be-thankful/ Brighter Day Press Thanksgiving Study: https://brighterdaypress.com/collections/holiday-guides/products/the-thanksgiving-guide Thanksgiving Books List: https://www.amazon.com/shop/worklifeglue?listId=14KWYEPMX1IGM&ref=cm_sw_em_r_inf_list_own_worklifeglue_dp_XpBeOB1maLfNnJust Add Imagination Co.: https://www.etsy.com/shop/JustAddImaginationCoColor Your Own Washable Placemats: https://thecoloringtable.com/products/thanksgiving-and-fall-fun-placematsColor Your Own Washable Tablecloth: https://thecoloringtable.com/products/thanksgiving-and-fall-fun-tableclothThankful Journal: https://amzn.to/3Be7CVnWork Life Glue Moms Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wlgmomsgroup/Work Life Glue Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahwlg/Work Life Glue Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/worklifeglue/Work Life Glue Box Details Video: https://youtu.be/fU9ZauyhG2U Sign up to the Work Life Glue email list to win 3 free months of the box: https://www.worklifeglue.com/subboxdetails By signing up for the Work Life Glue email list (linked above), you will receive a weekly newsletter with behind-the-scenes sneak peeks of the box, Work Life Glue's latest content, and fun tips/tricks/advice/stories/products/etc. for busy moms! GIVEAWAY INFO: On December 1, 2021, I will randomly choose one lucky winner from my email list to win THREE FREE BOXES of the Work Life Glue Box! 

It’s the topic nobody likes to talk about but everyone is curious about: MONEY!  Today I’m sharing ten Lazy Mom Hacks when it comes to budgeting and money.  These tips are for beginners but also those who have gotten a handle on their money and want to make their money work for them.  These are all tips that helped us get out of debt, get better at managing our money, save money, and stop impulse spending. LINKS: Dave Ramsey: https://www.ramseysolutions.com/ Bella Taylor Wallet: https://cashsystemwallet.com/ (use code WLGTEN for 10% off any Bellat Taylor Wallets)Sinking Funds: https://www.ramseysolutions.com/saving/stop-the-panic-sinking-fund Budgeting Video: https://youtu.be/PkzahS59dBI Meal Planner: https://www.worklifeglue.com/shop/p/tsfxp76rculu7acxtsimz1ygrz908s Travel Hacking 101: https://zerototravel.com/beginners-guide-travel-hacking/ Work Life Glue Moms Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wlgmomsgroup/Work Life Glue Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahwlg/Work Life Glue Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/worklifeglue/Work Life Glue Box Details Video: https://youtu.be/fU9ZauyhG2U Sign up to the Work Life Glue email list to win 3 free months of the box: https://www.worklifeglue.com/subboxdetails By signing up for the Work Life Glue email list (linked above), you will receive a weekly newsletter with behind-the-scenes sneak peeks of the box, Work Life Glue's latest content, and fun tips/tricks/advice/stories/products/etc. for busy moms! GIVEAWAY INFO: On December 1, 2021, I will randomly choose one lucky winner from my email list to win THREE FREE BOXES of the Work Life Glue Box! 

Don’t you just love talking to other moms and learning about new products, tips, hacks, websites, etc. that you had never heard of that are SUPER helpful for you once you implement them?  I think learning from other moms is one of the best ways to get better and more efficient at this whole motherhood thing. I’m constantly trying out new things and trying to improve my life, so I thought it would be fun to share over 20 different things I’m doing, using, and LOVING as a mom that I believe will help my fellow mamas out there!  I’m sharing my favorite sanity-savers for beauty, mornings, cooking, screens, learning, parenting, and MORE! KITCHEN: Instant Vortex Air Fryer: https://amzn.to/2X6vlZp Meal Planner (Chalkboard): https://www.worklifeglue.com/shop/p/tsfxp76rculu7acxtsimz1ygrz908s-h7xky Meal Planner (Watercolor): https://www.worklifeglue.com/shop/p/tsfxp76rculu7acxtsimz1ygrz908s BEAUTY: Dip Nail Polish Starter Set: https://amzn.to/3lDwEJ0 Samnyte Hair Finishing Stick: https://amzn.to/3mJxx1Q MORNINGS: Autobrush (save 5% with code WORK LIFE GLUE): https://tryautobrush.com/?ref=28m1rxphob SCREENS: Osmo: https://amzn.to/3DC3qjL Baby Signing Time: https://amzn.to/3ay0HeB Veggie Tales DVDs: https://amzn.to/2YRUZCb Leapfrog DVDs: https://amzn.to/2YKeBbs LEARNING: Thriftbooks: https://www.thriftbooks.com/share/?code=P5MydtrfE%252bEAOIjv2tUQzw%253d%253d Amazon Library Extension: https://www.libraryextension.com/ PARENTING: Reward System Video: https://youtu.be/i4qnOr1idOY Reward System Printable: https://www.worklifeglue.com/shop/p/ksc ucanv0k4cdmydn5ocdp5c7appp8Piggy Bank: https://amzn.to/3BEL1lF FOLLOW WORK LIFE GLUE: Work Life Glue Moms Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wlgmomsgroup/Work Life Glue Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahwlg/Work Life Glue Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/worklifeglue/Work Life Glue Box Details Video: https://youtu.be/fU9ZauyhG2U Sign up to the Work Life Glue email list to win 3 free months of the box: https://www.worklifeglue.com/subboxdetails By signing up for the Work Life Glue email list (linked above), you will receive a weekly newsletter with behind-the-scenes sneak peeks of the box, Work Life Glue's latest content, and fun tips/tricks/advice/stories/products/etc. for busy moms! GIVEAWAY INFO: On December 1, 2021, I will randomly choose one lucky winner from my email list to win THREE FREE BOXES of the Work Life Glue Box! 

Moms are guilty creatures by nature, always striving to be better because we want the best for their kids.  We are always comparing ourselves, our lives, our stuff, our kids, etc. to others and somehow always come out lacking.  We believe we aren't good moms, our kids aren't behaving normally, we don't have what we need to raise our kids.  But the problem is, so many things we tell ourselves in our thoughts as moms are LIES!  And even worse, many of us don't actually tell ourselves lies, but by our actions we can tell that these lies are engrained in us.   This episode is going to break down many lies we tell ourselves as moms that AREN'T true.  Some lies are going to leave you feeling empowered when I break them down, but some will probably make you feel uncomfortable because let's face it, some of the lies help us feel better about our lives so we don't try to improve, go after the things we truly want, or risk failure to try something new.  My ultimate hope is that this episode really hits home and helps you reflect on the thoughts you have and question if they are actually true.  It's the first step toward changing your mindset and choosing to continue to believe these things or to replace them with a new thought if the current thoughts aren't serving you. LINKS: Postpartum Depression Episode: https://www.worklifeglue.com/podcast/depressionWork Life Glue Moms Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wlgmomsgroup/Work Life Glue Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahwlg/Work Life Glue Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/worklifeglue/Work Life Glue Box Details Video: https://youtu.be/fU9ZauyhG2U Sign up to the Work Life Glue email list to win 3 free months of the box: https://www.worklifeglue.com/subboxdetails By signing up for the Work Life Glue email list (linked above), you will receive a weekly newsletter with behind-the-scenes sneak peeks of the box, Work Life Glue's latest content, and fun tips/tricks/advice/stories/products/etc. for busy moms! GIVEAWAY INFO: On December 1, 2021, I will randomly choose one lucky winner from my email list to win THREE FREE BOXES of the Work Life Glue Box! 

We all know that when kids are around, it can be hard to get much of anything done.  As moms, no matter if we work or not, if we work inside the home or outside of the home, we are pulled in a million directions!  So many moms desire to be home with their kids but also want or need to bring in an income.  Guess what - you CAN do both!  It's not any easier, it's not less complicated, but motherhood can be hard (but also rewarding) no matter what your situation is, so pick your version of hard.  I have worked from home in various ways since I became a mom, so 6.5 years and two additional daughters later, I have learned a thing or two (or ten) about the intricate dance that is working from home with kids at my feet.  In today's episode, I'm sharing my best tips for how to make this happen in hopes that it can inspire you it can be done if it's a path you are wanting to try or that it can give you some practical ideas to make your life a bit easier if you are already on this path yourself! LINKS: Lydia Senn Interview: https://www.worklifeglue.com/podcast/lydiasenn Work Life Glue Box Details Video: https://youtu.be/fU9ZauyhG2U Sign up to the Work Life Glue email list to win 3 free months of the box: https://www.worklifeglue.com/subboxdetails By signing up for the Work Life Glue email list (linked above), you will receive a weekly newsletter with behind-the-scenes sneak peeks of the box, Work Life Glue's latest content, and fun tips/tricks/advice/stories/products/etc. for busy moms! GIVEAWAY INFO: On December 1, 2021, I will randomly choose one lucky winner from my email list to win THREE FREE BOXES of the Work Life Glue Box! 

Many of us moms are wired to be introverted.  This can be very hard in a seemingly extroverted world!  We are encouraged to go, go go, to be social, to get our kids involved, to spend as much time as we can with our kids, and to give so much of ourselves every second of every day.  None of these are *bad* things, but they do make mothering even harder for an introverted mom who needs time away, who is often sensitive to lots of stimuli (especially sound), who needs space and time to just be calm and present, and who gets overwhelmed when life gets too busy or chaotic. I am a fellow introverted mom, and as someone kind of addicted to improving systems, routines, and different areas of my life, I have learned some useful tips about not just surviving as an introvert, but actually THRIVING!  I want to share these tips with you today in hopes that it can help make motherhood a little easier and more enjoyable for my fellow introverted moms out there! Sign up to the Work Life Glue email list to win 3 free months of the box: https://www.worklifeglue.com/subboxdetails  By signing up for the Work Life Glue email list (linked above), you will receive a weekly newsletter with behind-the-scenes sneak peeks of the box, Work Life Glue's latest content, and fun tips/tricks/advice/stories/products/etc. for busy moms!  GIVEAWAY INFO: On December 1, 2021, I will randomly choose one lucky winner from my email list to win THREE FREE BOXES of the Work Life Glue Box! LINKS: Time Management Tips Video: https://youtu.be/7ODDmW7rV70 Calmer Ear Plugs: https://www.flareaudio.com/products/calmerLoop Ear Plug: https://www.loopearplugs.com/Work Life Glue Moms Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wlgmomsgroup/Work Life Glue Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahwlg/Work Life Glue Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/worklifeglue/