Jennifer McDaniel | Professional Organizer, Clutter Coach, Personal Stylist, Home Efficiency Expert
263 episodes
1 month ago
Are you feeling overwhelmed and defeated by the clutter in your home? Have you lost yourself in motherhood, putting everyone else’s needs ahead of your own? Does meal planning, grocery shopping, and keeping up with dishes, laundry, and housework have you feeling defeated and down? Is your home in a constant state of disarray leaving you feeling guilty and disappointed with all that’s still left to do at the end of the day? Are you so busy focusing on what others need and taking care of everyone else that you go days without showering? Do you feel like you never have the right things to wear, so you just wear whatever is easy and still fits even if you know it’s not flattering on your mom-bod? Do you have a closet full of clothes you never wear, because you don’t know how to dress yourself for mom life, so you let your kids dress better than you do? Are your kids (or your hubby) wearing clothes that are ripped, stained, or just don’t fit, because there’s no system for removing items that no longer work making it impossible to keep up with the laundry?
Well, I am here to help! As a mom of 4, I realize how quickly things can get out of control, and how important it is to have systems in place so that when life gets busy, we don’t let it overwhelm us. Let’s dig through the clutter and make space for the things that are really important! It’s time to let go of the things that are holding you back and keeping you from being the mom you’ve always wanted to be!
After conquering the clutter and finding freedom from the chaos in my own life, I started helping friends and family, and have since become a professional organizer and capsule wardrobe stylist, and clutter coach! And I am here to teach you everything I know about how to create beauty from the chaos in your mama life!
Inside this podcast, I teach you how to simplify, organize, and optimize your home, wardrobe and workload. I will teach you how to make simple changes that have a big impact on how your home functions and how it makes you feel! Share tips and tricks on how to style yourself and your home, get organized with simple systems, and manage the sometimes overwhelming stresses a mama has in her every day life. Getting organized is about decluttering the things that are inessential, finding ways to simplify the process, and making space for the things you really value. You can be stylish, your home environment can be serene, and you won’t have to scream. ❤️
WEBSITE: www.thesosmom.com
EMAIL: hello@thesosmom.com
HOTLINE: +1 (980)389-0399
FB Group: www.facebook.com/groups/thesosmomshow
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Are you feeling overwhelmed and defeated by the clutter in your home? Have you lost yourself in motherhood, putting everyone else’s needs ahead of your own? Does meal planning, grocery shopping, and keeping up with dishes, laundry, and housework have you feeling defeated and down? Is your home in a constant state of disarray leaving you feeling guilty and disappointed with all that’s still left to do at the end of the day? Are you so busy focusing on what others need and taking care of everyone else that you go days without showering? Do you feel like you never have the right things to wear, so you just wear whatever is easy and still fits even if you know it’s not flattering on your mom-bod? Do you have a closet full of clothes you never wear, because you don’t know how to dress yourself for mom life, so you let your kids dress better than you do? Are your kids (or your hubby) wearing clothes that are ripped, stained, or just don’t fit, because there’s no system for removing items that no longer work making it impossible to keep up with the laundry?
Well, I am here to help! As a mom of 4, I realize how quickly things can get out of control, and how important it is to have systems in place so that when life gets busy, we don’t let it overwhelm us. Let’s dig through the clutter and make space for the things that are really important! It’s time to let go of the things that are holding you back and keeping you from being the mom you’ve always wanted to be!
After conquering the clutter and finding freedom from the chaos in my own life, I started helping friends and family, and have since become a professional organizer and capsule wardrobe stylist, and clutter coach! And I am here to teach you everything I know about how to create beauty from the chaos in your mama life!
Inside this podcast, I teach you how to simplify, organize, and optimize your home, wardrobe and workload. I will teach you how to make simple changes that have a big impact on how your home functions and how it makes you feel! Share tips and tricks on how to style yourself and your home, get organized with simple systems, and manage the sometimes overwhelming stresses a mama has in her every day life. Getting organized is about decluttering the things that are inessential, finding ways to simplify the process, and making space for the things you really value. You can be stylish, your home environment can be serene, and you won’t have to scream. ❤️
WEBSITE: www.thesosmom.com
EMAIL: hello@thesosmom.com
HOTLINE: +1 (980)389-0399
FB Group: www.facebook.com/groups/thesosmomshow
Hey Friend!
I have seen it time and time again when a loved one moves on, their belongings move into your home and start to take over. Sometimes, their things completely take over rooms of your homes and other times, they sit in closets and on shelves for decades untouched, and you forget what's even in there.
Want to know what I do so it doesn't take over your home or sit around rotting in a box or taking over your home and mind.
This is definitely something that is really hard to do alone. This isn't something you have to do alone! I'm just a phone call away.
HUGS,
Jenn
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Richmond, Virginia
Midlothian, Virginia
Glen Allen, Virginia
Short Pump, Virginia
Brandermill, Virginia
Woodlake, Virginia,
Chester, Virginia
Mechanicsville, VA
Chesterfield, VA
Manchester, VA
Powhatan, VA
Ashland, VA
Montpelier, VA
Hey Friend! As a professional organizer and clutter consultant working in the Carolinas and along the East Coast. I have discovered that every project is like working a puzzle. Some puzzles will have 300 pieces. Some puzzles will have 1500 pieces and they are all going to take some work to figure them out, And sometimes when you put the whole puzzle together, you’re missing a piece or two and that’s OK too
Hey Friend,
The end of the day can be so stressful as a mom. Trying to feed everyone, cleaning the kitchen just before everyone is ready for second supper, getting everything in place so we can find it on our way out the door in the morning, and getting everyone to bed so they can get enough sleep. All the things on our to-do list can really create a stressful couple of hours!!
Here's what I learned from my children this week when things had me mad and frustrated. Does this happen at your house too?
Don't stay stuck feeling all alone! I'm so here for you!! Message me at 704-759-6816
HUGS,
Jenn
WEBSITE: www.thesosmom.com
EMAIL: hello@thesosmom.com
Hey Friend!
Reading with our children is one of the best things we can do with them in those early years! But how can we keep the bookshelves from looking like an avalanche after they put books away? In this episode, I share my simple organization solutions that have worked for us over the years!
Need help with one of your own spaces? I'm so here for that! Get your sos call scheduled today and let's work on it together! Text 704-759-6816
HUGS,
Jenn
WEBSITE: www.thesosmom.com
EMAIL: hello@thesosmom.com
Hey Friend! Laundry used to make me feel like a failure. It was always piled up on the guest bed, and still a mountain waiting to be washed….
Here’s how I changed that cycle of piling it up, and have been able to keep all the clean laundry put away for nearly 10 years now!!!! Even when I get backed up, this system keeps me from getting overwhelmed or staying backed up. Need help creating systems for your family? Book an SOS call and I’ll help you know exactly where to start, and give you the steps that will help you reach your goals! HUGS,
Jenn
WEBSITE: www.thesosmom.com
EMAIL: hello@thesosmom.com
Hey Friend! When I finally realized how much the clutter and extra things were adding to my feeling stressed and overwhelmed, I got serious! Where to start decluttering when your whole house is a mess? Anywhere! Whatever space you’re in right now, start there! I’m sure you can look around and find 3 things you don’t need! Put them in a trash bag and keep going!!! If you need someone to give you a plan or walk with you through the process, what are you waiting for!?? Book a session with me today!! www.thesosmom.com
We’re in this together!
HUGS,
Jenn
WEBSITE: www.thesosmom.com
EMAIL: hello@thesosmom.com
SOS CALL ☎️: www.calendly.com/thesosmom/sos-call
Hey Friend!
So many moms are struggling with toys and clutter! You don’t have to be one of them! Set boundaries, make it easy to clean up, and keep purging until it’s easy!!!!
Open ended play and toys that inspire creativity and imagination are all they need! Keep it fun, simple, and bless others with your excess to keep it from being your burden.
Mess IS Stress. If you’re home feels stressful because of the stuff in it, and it’s keeping you from enjoying the people in your life, it’s time to make a change!!!!
Need help decluttering? Book an SOS Call today!! www.calendly.com/thesosmom/sos
HUGS,
Jenn
WEBSITE: www.thesosmom.com
EMAIL: hello@thesosmom.com
SOS CALL: +1 704-759-6816
Hey Friend! so many times I meet my clients in their cluttered homes, embarrassed to even show me their beautiful rooms because they feel like failures for not keeping up with everything. We were not meant to be responsible for so many things that they burden us and make us feel stressed and overwhelmed in our own homes! It’s time to take back your home! Look around right now and find something you can give away!! Now fill a box or bag with more things you don’t need! It’s time to break those chains keeping you from your peace!
You don’t have to do this alone. I’m here to help!! HUGS,
Jenn
WEBSITE: www.thesosmom.com
EMAIL: hello@thesosmom.com
SOS CALL: +1 704-759-6816
Hey Friend!I used to have a pile of dirty laundry the size of the washing machine, and it would take me hours to clear all the clean clothes off the guest bed when someone was coming to stay! It was embarrassing! It felt impossible to fix it, and believe me, I felt like I had tried everything! But I changed my process and now, laundry is EASY for me!
I'm working on a course to show you step by step how to eliminate the laundry mountain for good! If you want to be one of the first to know when it's available, email me at Hello@thesosmom.com and get access before anyone else!
Need help simplifying or organizing your home? Book a session or consultation at www.thesosmom.com
HUGS,
Jenn
WEBSITE: www.thesosmom.com
EMAIL: hello@thesosmom.com
Hey Friend!
I used to have this problem on a monthly basis! But for the last 8 years, I have only had ONE laundry basket for my family of 6, and we rarely have overflowing hampers, and even my husband gets his laundry INTO the Hamper, not on the floor!!
Struggling to simplify your laundry routine so you can keep up at home? Get to your email and send me a message today! I can't wait to help you!!
HUGS,
Jenn
WEBSITE: www.thesosmom.com
EMAIL: hello@thesosmom.com
FB GROUP: www.facebook.com/groups/thesosmomshow
Hey Friend!
Do your summer days have you feeling overwhelmed, behind, or like you've lost all control of your systems in your home? I can get that way too with all the distractions and chaos that comes with not having a schedule to follow.
Are you asking how to stay on top of things and still enjoy a relaxing summer of fun? Well, with YEARS of experience with moms just like you, I can tell you that this is what I have found that balances the fun and function for my household. It's Time Blocking! It is completely customizable, and flexible!
Email me at hello@thesosmom.com for a printable time blocking template just for you! If you need help with your schedule, email me at hello@thesosmom.com
HUGS,
Jenn
WEBSITE: www.thesosmom.com
EMAIL: hello@thesosmom.com
FB GROUP: www.facebook.com/groups/thesosmomshow
Hey Friend!
I was reminded how important it is to create an inviting home instead of a “perfect” home. Sometimes it’s just the perspective that needs to be adjusted ever so slightly so we can get out of our own way and get back to what’s most important!! Need help getting an action plan together so you can feel more confident in your own home? Email me at hello@thesosmom.com and I will personally help you create a simple, step by step plan to reach your goals! I’m here for YOU, let’s do this together!!
HUGS,
Jenn
Website: www.thesosmom.com
FB Group: www.Facebook.com/groups/thesosmomshow
Email: hello@thesosmom.com
Hey Friend!
I got a message from a mama with 3 young children who was feeling wasteful and guilty for wanting to part with her pre baby wardrobe. She wasn't wearing any of it, and didn't feel comfortable or confident wearing it anymore, but couldn't quite make herself get rid of it and buy new items. This episode shares how I helped her, myself, and others over the years with this and similar struggles relating to clothing, as well as HOW TO start over with clothing if you do need to purchase new sizes or styles. From the bare minimum to a full closet of items that work for who you are now!
HUGS,
Jenn
WEBSITE: www.thesosmom.com
EMAIL: hello@thesosmom.com
FB GROUP: www.facebook.com/groups/thesosmomshow
SOS CALL: www.calendly.com/thesosmom/sos-call
Hey Friend!
Only have a day or two each week with time to make a home cooked dinner? Here's my simple meal plan solution for busy moms so everyone stops asking "What's for dinner".
I knew this was going to be a busy season for us with birthdays, holidays, houseguests, and out of town trips. We needed to save some money to stay on top of everything! The easiest way to save is to stop spending! So I wrote out our favorite dinners and the ingredients needed to make them. I found that I have everything I need to complete dinners this entire week without going to the store! I also have all the ingredients I need to make several breakfasts and snacks, so even if it isn't their favorite thing to eat, there is more than enough to keep everyone fed until next week.
I used colored index cards and a little sharpie to create Meal Cards. I used blue cards for dinners and peach cards for breakfasts. I plan to make some for snacks and drinks or deserts my children like to have during the summer too!
The Second night of me having meals planned and dinners ready early, we ended up spending several hours at the emergency room and boy oh boy was I glad I had things taken care of at home! I don't care if you live alone or have a dozen kids at home, this is guaranteed to save you time, save money, and eliminate stress and food waste!
Only shopping one day a week is another way to save money on groceries. The more you eat at home, the more likely you are to eat those fruits and veggies you forget about if you go to the store multiple times a week.
I'm doing this for the next few months at least! Are you with me??
Share your favorite meals in the Facebook group!
HUGS,
Jenn
WEBSITE: www.thesosmom.com
EMAIL: hello@thesosmom.com
FB GROUP: www.facebook.com/groups/thesosmomshow
SOS CALL: www.calendly.com/thesomom/sos-call
Hey Friend!
I don't think I've had many clients that didn't struggle with paper clutter, especially if they have children!! In this episode, I share my 3 step system for sorting through paperwork quickly so you can do better at keeping up with the papers, especially the important ones!
We Can do this together! And like they say on Paw Patrol, "No job is too big, no pup is too small." Come join us in the Facebook group for some behind the scenes fun an d conversation.
HUGS,
Jenn
WEBSITE: www.thesosmom.com
EMAIL: hello@thesosmom.com
FB GROUP: www.facebook.com/groups/thesosmomshow
SOS CALL: www.calendly.com/thesosmom/sos-call
Hey Friend! Are you someone who loves a tidy space, or a person who grew up knowing every item needs to be put away, but as you’re managing your own home, you realize you lose things often, or forget where you put them?
You are not alone!! That is one of the biggest reasons I wanted to start this podcast. I wanted to help people organize their homes and help inform those that maybe weren’t taught how to organize and it doesn’t come naturally to you. This episode shared a recent story about a kitchen that was full of junk drawers!! Like every drawer was a mix of items and none of them had any defined purpose. And how to solve this kind of challenge in your home, in any space!!!
Feeling like you can’t fix your space on your own? No worries! Book an SOS call and I’ll help you!
HUGS,
Jenn
WEBSITE: www.thesosmom.com
EMAIL: hello@thesosmom.com
SOS CALL: www.calendly.com/thesosmom/sos-call
Hey Friend! This is the very first thing I do before a possible move to get my house ready. Whether your move is in days, weeks, or even next year, getting these things out of the way is the first place to start!! I actually love moving! I get so excited about a new beginning and a fresh start. Not just for myself, but for clients as well. If you need some personalized plans for your project, go book your sos call at www.thesosmom.com and let’s get started! HUGS,
Jenn
EMAIL: hello@thesosmom.com
WEBSITE: www.thesosmom.com
Hey Friend!
I think we probably all hold on to things long after we stop using them, and definitely things we’ve never used at all. Here’s how I handle these tricky areas with myself, my children, and my clients!! No more feeling guilty and frustrated by things! Here’s how you can make the right decision for yourself!! HUGS,
Jenn
WEBSITE: www.thesosmom.com
EMAIL: hello@thesosmom.com
SOS CALL: www.calendly.com/thesosmom/sos-call
Hey Friend! Does the thought of going through your clothes stress you out and make you want to give up? You are not alone!! I used to feel that way too!! In this episode, I share how I find the small categories even in a huge mess, and make it something I CAN do, even if I only have a few minutes to get through it. Decluttering doesn’t have to be a big mess and take hours at a time! There are things you can do in seconds to chip away at that big, overwhelming task, and I am here to help you find the way! HUGS,
Jenn
WEBSITE: www.thesosmom.com
EMAIL: hello@thesosmom.com
SOS CALL: www.calendly.com/thesosmom/sos-call
Hey Friend! Happy Spring!!!
Its time to sort through our wardrobes and decide what to keep for next season, and what needs to go now. In this episode, I share several ways that I actually use to declutter clothing for myself, my children, and my clients. What questions should you ask yourself as you’re deciding what to keep or toss? I share my thoughts and opinions throughout the process of sorting through clothing with my clients and my children. Wish someone would come help you do this at your house? Book an SOS call for a quick Q&A or if you need more time, there are options for that as well at www.thesosmom.com
HUGS,
Jenn
SOS CALL: www.calendly.com/thesosmom/sos-callWEBSITE: www.thesosmom.com
EMAIL: hello@thesosmom.com
Are you feeling overwhelmed and defeated by the clutter in your home? Have you lost yourself in motherhood, putting everyone else’s needs ahead of your own? Does meal planning, grocery shopping, and keeping up with dishes, laundry, and housework have you feeling defeated and down? Is your home in a constant state of disarray leaving you feeling guilty and disappointed with all that’s still left to do at the end of the day? Are you so busy focusing on what others need and taking care of everyone else that you go days without showering? Do you feel like you never have the right things to wear, so you just wear whatever is easy and still fits even if you know it’s not flattering on your mom-bod? Do you have a closet full of clothes you never wear, because you don’t know how to dress yourself for mom life, so you let your kids dress better than you do? Are your kids (or your hubby) wearing clothes that are ripped, stained, or just don’t fit, because there’s no system for removing items that no longer work making it impossible to keep up with the laundry?
Well, I am here to help! As a mom of 4, I realize how quickly things can get out of control, and how important it is to have systems in place so that when life gets busy, we don’t let it overwhelm us. Let’s dig through the clutter and make space for the things that are really important! It’s time to let go of the things that are holding you back and keeping you from being the mom you’ve always wanted to be!
After conquering the clutter and finding freedom from the chaos in my own life, I started helping friends and family, and have since become a professional organizer and capsule wardrobe stylist, and clutter coach! And I am here to teach you everything I know about how to create beauty from the chaos in your mama life!
Inside this podcast, I teach you how to simplify, organize, and optimize your home, wardrobe and workload. I will teach you how to make simple changes that have a big impact on how your home functions and how it makes you feel! Share tips and tricks on how to style yourself and your home, get organized with simple systems, and manage the sometimes overwhelming stresses a mama has in her every day life. Getting organized is about decluttering the things that are inessential, finding ways to simplify the process, and making space for the things you really value. You can be stylish, your home environment can be serene, and you won’t have to scream. ❤️
WEBSITE: www.thesosmom.com
EMAIL: hello@thesosmom.com
HOTLINE: +1 (980)389-0399
FB Group: www.facebook.com/groups/thesosmomshow