Minimalist Moms Podcast | Simple Living for Overwhelmed Moms

Diane Boden
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The Minimalist Moms podcast is designed to accompany you on your journey towards a more purposeful life. This includes every aspect: your mindset, daily routine, connections with others, and naturally, your possessions. Your host, Diane Boden, invites you to join her as she engages in conversations with a diverse range of experts such as Dana K White, Dawn Madsen, Ginny Yurich, Charles Duhigg, Gretchen Rubin, Joshua Becker and many more. Together, they delve into the realms of minimalism, intentionality, and embracing a life of simplicity.

  1. What Sugar is REALLY Doing to Women - Especially During Pregnancy | Jesse Inschuppe (Bonus Episode)

    21H AGO

    What Sugar is REALLY Doing to Women - Especially During Pregnancy | Jesse Inschuppe (Bonus Episode)

    Today on the podcast, I’m speaking with biochemist and bestselling author Jessie Inchauspé, known to many online as the Glucose Goddess. Jessie has helped millions better understand blood sugar and metabolic health, and she’s back with a new book, 9 Months That Count Forever, which explores how nutrition during pregnancy can shape a child’s long-term health. In our conversation, Jessie explains how what happens in the womb can influence a baby’s future through epigenetics - essentially switches on our DNA that are affected by the environment during pregnancy. And even if you’re not pregnant or planning to become pregnant, there’s still so much in this conversation for you. Many of the principles Jessie shares about blood sugar balance, cravings, energy, and metabolic health apply to women in every stage of life. It’s a fascinating conversation that really reframes the way we think about food, health, and the powerful window pregnancy offers for shaping lifelong well-being. Links Discussed in This Episode |Checkout the podcast storefront for recommendations from Diane.Jessie's Resource: The Birth PartnerJessie Can't Stop Talking About: Connect with Jesse:WebsiteInstagramBook: 9 Months That Count Forever: How Your Pregnancy Diet Shapes Your Baby's Future About Jesse |Jessie Inchauspé is a French biochemist, founder, and New York Times bestselling author. She has devoted her career to translating cutting-edge science into easy tips to help people improve their physical and mental health. Through her books Glucose Revolution and The Glucose Goddess Method, she has reshaped the global conversation around blood sugar. Nine Months That Count Forever, her latest, breaks down the complex topic of pregnancy nutrition. Jessie is the founder of the wildly popular social community @GlucoseGoddess, where she reaches over six million people across platforms. She holds a BSc in mathematics from King’s College, London, and an MSc in biochemistry from Georgetown University.  Episode Sponsors |The Minimalist Moms Podcast would not be possible without the support of weekly sponsors. Choosing brands that I believe in is important to me. I only want to recommend brands that I believe may help you in your daily life. As always, never feel pressured into buying anything. Remember: if you don't need it, it's not a good deal! Enjoy the Podcast?Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning into this podcast, then do not hesitate to write a review. You can also share this with your fellow mothers so that they can be inspired to think more and do with less.  Order (or review) my book, Minimalist Moms: Living & Parenting With Simplicity. You can contact me through my website, find me on Instagram, Pinterest or like The Minimalist Moms Page on Facebook. Our Sponsors: * Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com * Check out PharmaNutra and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://pharmanutra-us.com * Check out Wayfair: https://www.wayfair.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/minimalist-moms-podcast-simple-living-for-overwhelmed-moms/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    31 min
  2. You Might Also Like: Bookmarked by Reese's Book Club

    22H AGO · BONUS

    You Might Also Like: Bookmarked by Reese's Book Club

    Introducing She's Alive! How Maggie Gyllenhaal Gave the Bride of Frankenstein a New Life from Bookmarked by Reese's Book Club. Follow the show: Bookmarked by Reese's Book Club This week, we’re talking to director and screenplay writer Maggie Gyllenhaal about her upcoming film, The Bride! Maggie reveals how she gave a character from the 1930s with only a few minutes of screentime a big dose of main character energy. Danielle and Maggie also discuss the unthinkable thoughts of Mary Shelley, IMAX screenings, and what it was like to narrate a 48-hour audio book. Plus, get a sneak peek of the March Reese’s Book Club Pick, Lady Tremaine. BOOKS MENTIONED:  Good Morning, Midnight by Jean Rhys Frankenstein by Mary Shelley Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare Anna Karenina by Leo Tolstoy  The Lost Daughter by Elena Ferrante  My Brilliant Friend by Elena Ferrante Lincoln in the Bardo by George Saunders Jane Eyre by Charlotte Brontë Mating by Norman Rush See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the creators and guests. For any concerns, please reach out to team@podroll.fm.

  3. You’re Not Meant to Mother Alone: The Power of Showing Up in Friendship | Ashlee Gadd (EP442)

    2D AGO

    You’re Not Meant to Mother Alone: The Power of Showing Up in Friendship | Ashlee Gadd (EP442)

    Motherhood was never meant to be a solo sport. In this episode, Diane sits down with Ashlee Gadd - founder of Coffee + Crumbs and editor of You’re in Good Company - to talk about redefining hospitality and building deep, meaningful friendships in the midst of busy mom life. Together, they explore why real community doesn’t require Pinterest-perfect dinners, but simple, consistent acts of showing up - often imperfectly. Ashlee shares how food becomes a vehicle for connection, why adult friendship can feel so hard, and how moms can create sacred, memorable moments without adding pressure to their plates. If you’ve been craving deeper connection or wondering how to cultivate community in this season, this conversation will remind you that you are not alone - and you are the “secret sauce.” Links Discussed in This Episode |Checkout the podcast storefront for recommendations from Diane.Diane's Resource: Previous Episode: Friendship Fails and Finding Your People with Kristen StrongBook: The Life Council: 10 Friends Every Woman NeedsPrevious Episode: Create Anyway: Pursuing Creativity in Motherhood | Ashlee Gadd (EP259)Ashlee's Beneficial Resource: VoxerAshlee Can't Stop Talking About: The Great Sex Rescue Connect with Ashlee:Website (Coffee & Crumbs)Website (Ashlee)Instagram (Coffee & Crumbs)Instagram (Ashlee)Book: You're In Good Company: The Gift of Friendship, Motherhood, and Showing Up About Ashlee |Ashlee Gadd is a mother, writer, photographer, and founder of Coffee + Crumbs. She is the editor and contributor of You’re In Good Company and the author of Create Anyway. She has spent the last ten years helping mothers harness their creative talents into powerful storytelling at Coffee + Crumbs - a beautiful online space where motherhood and art intersect. Episode Sponsors |The Minimalist Moms Podcast would not be possible without the support of weekly sponsors. Choosing brands that I believe in is important to me. I only want to recommend brands that I believe may help you in your daily life. As always, never feel pressured into buying anything. Remember: if you don't need it, it's not a good deal! Enjoy the Podcast?Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning into this podcast, then do not hesitate to write a review. You can also share this with your fellow mothers so that they can be inspired to think more and do with less.  Order (or review) my book, Minimalist Moms: Living & Parenting With Simplicity. You can contact me through my website, find me on Instagram, Pinterest or like The Minimalist Moms Page on Facebook. Our Sponsors: * Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com * Check out PharmaNutra and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://pharmanutra-us.com * Check out Wayfair: https://www.wayfair.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/minimalist-moms-podcast-simple-living-for-overwhelmed-moms/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    29 min
  4. Play Isn't a Distraction From Learning, It IS Learning | Kathy Hirsh-Pasek & Roberta Golinkoff

    3D AGO

    Play Isn't a Distraction From Learning, It IS Learning | Kathy Hirsh-Pasek & Roberta Golinkoff

    In a culture obsessed with early achievement, test scores, and “educational” apps, are we overcomplicating childhood? In this episode, Diane sits down with developmental scientists Kathy Hirsh-Pasek and Roberta Michnick Golinkoff, authors of Einstein Never Used Flash Cards, to share a freeing, research-backed truth: play isn’t a break from learning - it is learning. Drawing on more than 40 years of research, they explore how joyful play strengthens the brain, how parents can “Reflect, Resist, and Re-center” in a pressure-filled culture, what to know about screen time, and how everyday moments naturally build math, language, and resilience - reminding us that free and guided play may be the most powerful tools we have. Links Discussed in This Episode |Checkout the podcast storefront for recommendations from Diane.Connect with Kathy + Roberta:WebsiteBook: Einstein Never Used Flash Cards: How Our Children Really Learn--and Why They Need to Play More and Memorize Less About Kathy + Roberta|Kathy Hirsh-Pasek, PhD, is a professor in the psychology department at Temple University. She directs the Temple Infant Child Laboratory, where she studies how children learn and flourish. She is also a senior fellow at the Brookings Institution. Roberta Michnick Golinkoff, PhD, directs the Child’s Play, Learning and Development Lab at the University of Delaware and holds joint professorial appointments in linguistics and psychology. A member of the National Academy of Education, she works to improve the lives of children and families. Episode Sponsors |The Minimalist Moms Podcast would not be possible without the support of weekly sponsors. Choosing brands that I believe in is important to me. I only want to recommend brands that I believe may help you in your daily life. As always, never feel pressured into buying anything. Remember: if you don't need it, it's not a good deal! Enjoy the Podcast?Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning into this podcast, then do not hesitate to write a review. You can also share this with your fellow mothers so that they can be inspired to think more and do with less.  Order (or review) my book, Minimalist Moms: Living & Parenting With Simplicity. You can contact me through my website, find me on Instagram, Pinterest or like The Minimalist Moms Page on Facebook. Our Sponsors: * Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com * Check out PharmaNutra and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://pharmanutra-us.com * Check out Wayfair: https://www.wayfair.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/minimalist-moms-podcast-simple-living-for-overwhelmed-moms/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    33 min
  5. Discovery of Less: From Decluttering a CD Case to Defying Overwork | Chris Lovett (EP441)

    4D AGO

    Discovery of Less: From Decluttering a CD Case to Defying Overwork | Chris Lovett (EP441)

    If you’ve ever felt like your calendar is running your life, this conversation is your wake-up call. In this episode, Diane sits down with minimalist thought leader and executive coach Chris Lovett to explore how a single frustrating moment - stepping on a CD case - sparked a radical journey from clutter to clarity. What began as physical decluttering evolved into something deeper: questioning busyness, corporate culture, and the internal rules that keep high achievers overworked and overwhelmed. Chris introduces the concept of “corporate minimalism” and explains why so many professionals - especially parents - struggle to say no. From burnout statistics to the alarming rise in overwork-related deaths, he makes a compelling case that hustle culture isn’t just exhausting - it’s dangerous. But this isn’t about quitting your job or selling everything you own. It’s about small, practical rebellions: protecting your lunch break, responding to emails later, declining low-value meetings, and creating breathing room for high-impact work. Links Discussed in This Episode |Checkout the podcast storefront for recommendations from Diane.Connect with Chris:WebsiteLinkedInBook: Relentless: When Less Busy Means More Impact About Chris|Best Selling Author, Executive Coach, TEDx Speaker and sought after voice in the simplicity movement. Now supporting organizations and teams to evolve leadership skills, create high performing sustainable cultures and retain the energy to do what matters. Episode Sponsors |The Minimalist Moms Podcast would not be possible without the support of weekly sponsors. Choosing brands that I believe in is important to me. I only want to recommend brands that I believe may help you in your daily life. As always, never feel pressured into buying anything. Remember: if you don't need it, it's not a good deal! Enjoy the Podcast?Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning into this podcast, then do not hesitate to write a review. You can also share this with your fellow mothers so that they can be inspired to think more and do with less.  Order (or review) my book, Minimalist Moms: Living & Parenting With Simplicity. You can contact me through my website, find me on Instagram, Pinterest or like The Minimalist Moms Page on Facebook. Our Sponsors: * Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com * Check out PharmaNutra and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://pharmanutra-us.com * Check out Wayfair: https://www.wayfair.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/minimalist-moms-podcast-simple-living-for-overwhelmed-moms/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    32 min
  6. Navigating the Teenage Years with Hope, Grace, & Steady Faith | Melissa Kruger (Bonus Episode)

    6D AGO

    Navigating the Teenage Years with Hope, Grace, & Steady Faith | Melissa Kruger (Bonus Episode)

    The teenage years can feel like unfamiliar territory - for both parents and kids. In this episode, Diane sits down with author and Bible teacher Melissa Kruger to talk about what it means to raise teens with hope in a culture shaped by social media, constant information, and increasing isolation. Melissa shares how parenting adolescents today is different than even a decade ago, particularly when it comes to mental health and digital influence. Instead of leading primarily with rules, she encourages parents to lead with conversation - doing the research, staying engaged, and setting boundaries that feel protective rather than punitive. If you’re navigating the teenage years - or preparing for them - this episode offers practical wisdom and steady encouragement for raising teens with intention, connection, and enduring faith. Links Discussed in This Episode |Book: Surviving Religion 101 by Michael KrugerConnect with Melissa:WebsiteInstagramBook: Parenting with Hope: Raising Teens for Christ in a Secular Age About Melissa |Melissa Kruger serves as the vice president of discipleship programming for The Gospel Coalition (TGC). She’s the author of multiple books, including The Envy of Eve: Finding Contentment in a Covetous World, Walking with God in the Season of Motherhood, Growing Together: Taking Mentoring Beyond Small Talk and Prayer Requests, Wherever You Go I Want You to Know, and Parenting with Hope: Raising Teens for Christ in a Secular Age. Her husband, Mike, is the president of Reformed Theological Seminary and they have three children. Episode Sponsors |The Minimalist Moms Podcast would not be possible without the support of weekly sponsors. Choosing brands that I believe in is important to me. I only want to recommend brands that I believe may help you in your daily life. As always, never feel pressured into buying anything. Remember: if you don't need it, it's not a good deal! Enjoy the Podcast?Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning into this podcast, then do not hesitate to write a review. You can also share this with your fellow mothers so that they can be inspired to think more and do with less.  Order (or review) my book, Minimalist Moms: Living & Parenting With Simplicity. You can contact me through my website, find me on Instagram, Pinterest or like The Minimalist Moms Page on Facebook. Our Sponsors: * Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com * Check out PharmaNutra and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://pharmanutra-us.com * Check out Wayfair: https://www.wayfair.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/minimalist-moms-podcast-simple-living-for-overwhelmed-moms/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    30 min
  7. Help! I'm Ruining My Kids | Abbey Wedgeworth (Bonus Episode)

    MAR 7

    Help! I'm Ruining My Kids | Abbey Wedgeworth (Bonus Episode)

    There’s a quiet fear many mothers carry — but rarely say out loud: What if I’m messing this up? What if my impatience… my selfishness… my exhaustion… is shaping my kids in ways I don’t intend? In today’s conversation, I’m joined by Abbey Wedgeworth, author of the upcoming book Help I’m Ruining My Kids. Abby shares candidly about her early struggles in motherhood and the uncomfortable realization that sometimes the problem wasn’t her kids...it was her heart. We talk about what it really means to be a “work in progress.” Not self-condemnation. Not blaming our circumstances. But honest repentance - the kind that leads to repair, growth, and deeper connection with our children. Links Discussed in This Episode |Checkout the podcast storefront for recommendations from Diane.Connect with Abbey:WebsiteInstagramBook: Help! I'm Ruining My Kids: A Gospel Guide for the Mom Who's Desperate for Change About Abbey |Abbey Wedgeworth is a Bible teacher, speaker and writer. She is the author of Held: 31 Biblical Reflections on God’s Comfort and Care in the Sorrow of Miscarriage (a Christian Book Award finalist), as well as the nine-book children’s series, Training Young Hearts. She is known for her popular parenting reels on Instagram and enjoys serving and teaching in her local church as well as at conferences, retreats and conventions. Abbey and her husband, David, live in the South Carolina lowcountry, where she homeschools their three young sons.  Episode Sponsors |The Minimalist Moms Podcast would not be possible without the support of weekly sponsors. Choosing brands that I believe in is important to me. I only want to recommend brands that I believe may help you in your daily life. As always, never feel pressured into buying anything. Remember: if you don't need it, it's not a good deal! Enjoy the Podcast?Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning into this podcast, then do not hesitate to write a review. You can also share this with your fellow mothers so that they can be inspired to think more and do with less.  Order (or review) my book, Minimalist Moms: Living & Parenting With Simplicity. You can contact me through my website, find me on Instagram, Pinterest or like The Minimalist Moms Page on Facebook. Our Sponsors: * Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com * Check out PharmaNutra and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://pharmanutra-us.com * Check out Wayfair: https://www.wayfair.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/minimalist-moms-podcast-simple-living-for-overwhelmed-moms/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    33 min
  8. Good Kid Trauma: Why High-Achieving Adults Feel So Exhausted | Maggie Nick (Bonus Episode)

    MAR 6

    Good Kid Trauma: Why High-Achieving Adults Feel So Exhausted | Maggie Nick (Bonus Episode)

    In this episode, Diane talks with trauma therapist and parenting expert Maggie Nick about the hidden cost of growing up as the “good kid” - the responsible, high-achieving child who never caused trouble but often learned to ignore their own needs. Maggie explains how this pattern can follow many adults into motherhood, showing up as perfectionism, people-pleasing, anxiety, and the pressure to keep everyone else happy. Together they explore “good kid trauma,” why even loving homes can unintentionally create relational shame, and how these early scripts shape the way we parent. If you’ve ever struggled to relax or felt responsible for everyone else’s emotions, this conversation offers a compassionate path toward raising emotionally healthy families. Links Discussed in This Episode |Checkout the podcast storefront for recommendations from Diane.Connect with Maggie:WebsiteInstagramFacebookBook: Good Kids: Why You Suffered in Silence and How to Break the Cycle About Maggie |Maggie Nick, LCSW, is a trauma therapist, parenting expert, and author of Good Kids: Why You Suffered in Silence, and How to Break the Cycle (out January 27, 2026). A recovering Good Kid herself — and a former burned-out, overachieving, people-pleasing perfectionist, pushover, and shape-shifting chameleon — Maggie helps people make sense of the invisible cost of growing up as the Good Kid nobody ever needed to worry about, and why so many high-functioning adults still feel anxious, exhausted, and responsible for everyone else. She is the founder of Camp Lovable and the creator of Good Girl Rehab, a membership for women who are done earning rest, done apologizing for having needs, and ready to stop believing they are too much, too needy, or too hard to love. Known for translating complex psychology into language that feels validating, accessible, and deeply human, Maggie’s work helps adults heal themselves — and break cycles for the next generation. Episode Sponsors |The Minimalist Moms Podcast would not be possible without the support of weekly sponsors. Choosing brands that I believe in is important to me. I only want to recommend brands that I believe may help you in your daily life. As always, never feel pressured into buying anything. Remember: if you don't need it, it's not a good deal! Enjoy the Podcast?Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning into this podcast, then do not hesitate to write a review. You can also share this with your fellow mothers so that they can be inspired to think more and do with less.  Order (or review) my book, Minimalist Moms: Living & Parenting With Simplicity. You can contact me through my website, find me on Instagram, Pinterest or like The Minimalist Moms Page on Facebook. Our Sponsors: * Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com * Check out PharmaNutra and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://pharmanutra-us.com * Check out Wayfair: https://www.wayfair.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/minimalist-moms-podcast-simple-living-for-overwhelmed-moms/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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The Minimalist Moms podcast is designed to accompany you on your journey towards a more purposeful life. This includes every aspect: your mindset, daily routine, connections with others, and naturally, your possessions. Your host, Diane Boden, invites you to join her as she engages in conversations with a diverse range of experts such as Dana K White, Dawn Madsen, Ginny Yurich, Charles Duhigg, Gretchen Rubin, Joshua Becker and many more. Together, they delve into the realms of minimalism, intentionality, and embracing a life of simplicity.

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