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Mom Life: Uncomplicated - Parenting tips, organization, routines, self-care, mindset

Natalie McCabe - Parent Coach, Educator, Author, Mom

Ever feel like you’re drowning in the stress of mom life and like your head is going to explode? Are you overwhelmed from juggling work, kids, and a never-ending to-do list—while trying (and failing) to find time for yourself? Sick of scrolling social media for solutions that don’t fit your family? Do you want practical, no-BS expert parenting and home organization strategies that actually make life simpler and bring peace in your day to day? If you’re nodding along, welcome—you’re in the right

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15:46

5 Game-Changing Summer Meal Strategies for Busy Moms

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2025/07/15

Are you hearing “I’m hungry!” every 10 minutes this summer?Tired of scrambling to figure out lunch, snacks, and dinner — all while trying to enjoy the season? Good news: you don’t need to cook gourmet meals or lose your mind to feed your family well this summer. In this episode, Natalie shares 5 game-changing summer meal strategies that keep kids fed, moms sane, and routines realistic. If you’re craving less chaos and more calm in your kitchen, this is for you. Here’s What We Cover: The “Same but

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27:09

How to Support Kids With ADHD at Home and School

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2025/07/10

Are ADHD meltdowns draining the joy from your days?Do routines constantly fall apart, no matter how hard you try? You’re not failing — your child’s brain is wired differently. This episode can help. In this episode of Mom Life Uncomplicated, I’m back with ADHD coach and counselor Kristina Manning for Part 2 of our series. We’re diving deeper into practical strategies to support your child’s ADHD brain — without yelling, bribing, or burning yourself out. Kristina shares tools that actually work at

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17:50

ADHD in Kids: What Every Parent Needs to Know

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2025/07/08

Is your child constantly forgetting things, melting down after school, or bouncing between tasks?Are you exhausted from trying to figure out what’s behavior... and what’s something deeper? Wondering if your child’s struggles could be ADHD? In this episode of Mom Life Uncomplicated, I’m joined by parenting coach and ADHD expert Kristina Manning. We break down what ADHD really looks like in kids, how it’s often misunderstood, and what families can do to bring more calm and connection to the

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19:34

Smart Travel Hacks for Moms on a Budget

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2025/07/03

Does planning a family trip feel stressful or way too expensive? Want to make great memories without breaking the bank?Hi, I’m Natalie McCabe. In this episode of Mom Life Uncomplicated, I’m sharing my favorite family travel tips that actually work. As a single mom, I learned how to plan fun trips that were low-cost and low-stress. You’ll hear creative ideas, practical advice, and fun traditions that help you make the most of your time together. Here’s What We Cover: How to plan simple micro

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24:21

The Truth About Sensory Needs and Focus in Children

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2025/07/01

Is your child always fidgeting, bouncing, or crashing into things?Hi, I’m Natalie McCabe. In this episode of Mom Life Uncomplicated, we’re diving into one of the most misunderstood parenting challenges — sensory-seeking behavior. With over 30 years of experience working with kids, I’ll explain why movement helps children focus and why your child might be craving proprioceptive input. You’ll learn what’s going on in their body and how to meet their needs with simple tools that work. Here’s What We

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25:25

Support Your Kids Beyond the Report Card Grades

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2025/06/26

Report cards don’t define your child — or you.Hey mama, it’s Natalie McCabe. In this episode of Mom Life Uncomplicated, we’re talking about how to handle your child’s report card in a way that builds confidence, not pressure. Whether the grades are high, low, or all over the place, I’ll show you how to respond with calm, support, and real perspective. What You’ll Learn: Why your reaction to grades shapes how your child sees themselves How to check your own school baggage before saying

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12:27

End-of-School Decluttering Tips Every Mom Needs Now

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2025/06/24

Are you wondering how to keep the meaningful memories and let go of the clutter — without the mom guilt?Hi, I’m Natalie McCabe. In this episode of Mom Life Uncomplicated, we’re talking about how to deal with all the school papers and projects that come home at the end of the year. I’ll share an easy way to sort through it all, keep the things that matter, and let go of the rest without turning your home into a cluttered mess. What You'll Learn: The 4-Box Decluttering Method How to involve your

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24:02

How to Teach Your Kids to Solve Conflicts Without...

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2025/06/19

Does your house feel like a battleground where you're constantly playing referee between sibling fights? Hi, I'm Natalie McCabe. I'm here with Suzie Forbes, a pediatric occupational therapist and mom who discovered that giving kids real power in problem-solving changes everything. In this episode, we're talking about collaborative solutions that actually work with strong-willed kids, specifically how one simple tool can end the daily battles. Here's what we cover: "We Have a Problem" method for

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12:34

Understanding Your Child's Brain with Occupational...

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2025/06/17

Does your child struggle with organization, focus, or problem-solving, leaving you frustrated and searching for answers?Hi, I'm Natalie McCabe. I'm here with Suzie Forbes, a pediatric occupational therapist with 30 years of experience, mental health clinician, and parenting coach who's also a mom of two kids with big emotions. In this episode, we're talking about why your child might be having meltdowns over socks, refusing to write, or seeming completely disorganized—and how occupational

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16:56

The Parenting Coach Secret Every Overwhelmed Mom Needs

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2025/06/12

Ever wonder why having all the parenting knowledge in the world still doesn't make those daily power struggles any easier?Hi, I'm Natalie McCabe. I'm here with Suzie Forbes, a pediatric occupational therapist with 30 years of experience, mental health clinician, and parenting coach who's also a mom of two kids with big emotions. In this episode, we're talking about transforming daily parenting struggles into opportunities for meaningful connection, specifically addressing why professional

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20:58

How to Give Praise That Builds Real Confidence in Kids

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2025/06/10

Does your child's inner voice say "I can't do this" or "I'm not good enough"?Ever wonder if those automatic "good job" responses are actually helping build the confidence you want for your child? Hi, I'm Natalie McCabe. In this episode, we're talking about specific praise, why generic compliments fall flat and how to give feedback that actually builds lasting confidence and resilience. I'm sharing the eye-opening classroom story that changed everything I knew about kids and self-talk, plus the

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19:15

How to Create a Bedtime Routines That Actually Work

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2025/06/05

Is bedtime a nightly struggle filled with chaos, tears, and never-ending negotiations?Ever wonder if it’s even possible to end the day with peace, connection, and sleep that actually restores everyone? Hi, I’m Natalie McCabe. In this episode, we’re talking about bedtime—why it can be so tough and how to create a bedtime routine that really works for your family. I’m sharing simple shifts and doable strategies that can turn bedtime from a battle into a bonding moment. Here’s what we cover: Why

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21:48

5 Toy Organization Tips Every Mom Should Know

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2025/06/03

Is your playroom overflowing, your kids constantly bored, and your days filled with picking up the same toys over and over?Ever feel like managing all the “stuff” is stealing your time and peace? Hi, I’m Natalie McCabe, and in this episode, we’re talking all things toy rotation—what it is, why it works, and how it can radically simplify your home and your parenting. I’m sharing how fewer toys and smarter systems can reduce meltdowns, spark imagination, and give you back your sanity. Here’s what we

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11/ The Mom Decluttering Hack That Actually Works

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2025/05/29

Is your calendar packed, your countertops buried, and your brain overloaded?Ever feel like your home might be making things harder for you? Hi, I’m Natalie McCabe, and in this episode, I’m getting real about the connection between clutter and stress—and why ditching the overwhelm starts with your values. I’m sharing how you can simplify your home and your headspace with a step-by-step decluttering method that actually works for your family. Here’s what we cover: The hidden link between your

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06:38

10/Sick of Googling Parenting Advice? Try Parent...

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2025/05/27

Ever feel like you're drowning in advice, expectations, and laundry? Wish someone would just tell you what actually works for your family? Hi, I’m Natalie McCabe, and if you’ve ever felt like you’re spinning your wheels trying to do it all right, this episode is for you. I sat down with Jenna Michael, mom of four, author, and parent coach—who knows firsthand how messy, beautiful, and overwhelming motherhood can be. ✨ In this heartfelt conversation, we talk about: Jenna’s journey from fitness

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16:53

9/ 5 Reasons to Stop Stressing and Make Time for...

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2025/05/22

Hey mama, when was the last time you truly did something just for you? In today’s episode, I’m breaking down 5 powerful reasons why it’s time to stop stressing and start making yourself a priority. Self-care isn’t selfish — it’s essential for being a better mom, woman, and human!I’ll open up about my own journey through single motherhood, building businesses, and raising two kids, and how I completely lost myself along the way. From dancing and teaching to pouring everything into work and family, I

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8/ 3 Steps to Reclaim Your Home & Sanity

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2025/05/20

Ever found yourself kicking through piles just to get in your own front door?Lost your countertops under mountains of stuff? Wondering how you'll fit your entire life into a space that feels way too small? Hi, I'm Natalie McCabe, and I've been exactly where you are. When my basement flooded, I had to cram everything my family needed into 900 square feet with four people! Talk about overwhelm! In this episode, I'm sharing three ridiculously simple decluttering steps that transformed my home from

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15:21

7/ Struggling with Stress? 3 Key Differences for...

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2025/05/15

Are you feeling constantly overwhelmed and not sure why?Do you feel like you are drowning in tasks and emotionally drained? Like you are spiralling down the drain? In this episode, we dive into the two types of stress that most moms juggle—busy stress and emotional stress—and why understanding the difference can be a game-changer for your mental and physical well-being. Join me as I share my personal journey of navigating emotional stress when I felt unsupported and undervalued in my marriage, and

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25:16

6/ How to Know if Your Home is Adding to Mom Burnout?...

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2025/05/13

Is your home set up to support your family’s needs—or is it adding to the daily chaos? In this final episode of our home organization series, we explore practical, stress-reducing strategies to create a space that flows effortlessly with your lifestyle. Join us as we discuss: Swedish Death Cleaning and how gifting things forward can lighten your family's future load. Smart furniture choices that grow with your child—saving you time, money, and frustration. The power of a well-thought-out

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07:56

Bonus: How to Navigate Mother's Day, even With Loss

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2025/05/11

🌷 The Untold Truth About Mother's Day Grief 🌷In this special bonus episode, I open up about my personal Mother's Day journey - one marked by loss, single motherhood, and finding strength through pain. Twenty-seven years ago, my mother passed away on Mother's Day at just 50 years old, forever changing how I experience this holiday. Now as a single mom myself, I've navigated the complexities of celebrating motherhood while processing grief. 💔 When Mother's Day Hurts: You're Not Alone Mother's Day

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