Mama’s Tired | Time Management, Overwhelm, Organization, Peace, Patience

Rachel King
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Do you wish you had enough time in your day to get everything done? Are you tired of feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, and impatient with your kids? Do you wonder what it would be like to say “no” and prioritize your needs for a change? I am so excited you’re here! This podcast is for the mamas who are doing all the things and running on empty. If you are looking to regain your peace, become a more patient mom, and finally have the time to be fully present with your family instead of worrying about everything that needs to be done, then this show is for you. Hey, I’m Rachel. A wife, child of God, and fellow mama in the trenches. For years, my days felt chaotic, my time felt hijacked, and peace felt like a fantasy. I was living in survival mode, placing my hope in planners and to-do lists. I finally realized that if I was going to have a peaceful home and stop letting the enemy steal my joy and my time, I needed to implement systems to get me there. I created a routine that fits ME and my family. A simple strategy that we could actually stick with. A lifestyle that made managing our time not just doable, but sustainable . And I’m ready to share it with you! Each week, we will talk routines, time hacks, mindset shifts, and real-life ways to bring calm back into your home and heart. Because burnout isn’t the plan. Let’s reset and find the peace you’ve been craving together. Heat up your morning coffee and throw that laundry back in the dryer, my friend. It’s time to jump in.

  1. 12H AGO

    114. What to Cook When You’re an Exhausted Mom

    Easy, kid-friendly meals for busy nights when you have zero energy. It’s 5pm. You’re tired. The kids are hungry. And someone asks, “What’s for dinner?” And suddenly it feels like the hardest question of the day. If you’ve ever stood in front of the fridge hoping a meal would magically appear… this episode is for you. Because dinner isn’t hard because you’re bad at cooking. It’s hard because you’re exhausted. In this episode of Mama’s Tired, we’re talking about what to cook when you’re an exhausted mom — realistic, low-effort meals that don’t require complicated recipes, extra brainpower, or Pinterest perfection. No gourmet cooking. No long prep. No guilt. Just simple food that works in real life. In This Episode, We Talk About: Why dinner feels overwhelming for busy and working moms How decision fatigue makes evenings harder Letting go of “perfect” family meals Easy kid-friendly dinners you can make in 10–20 minutes Dump-and-bake meals that require almost no effort Zero-cook nights (yes, those are allowed) How repeating meals actually reduces stress Simple meal systems that save hours every week Easy Dinner Ideas You’ll Hear Inside If you’re searching for quick meals for busy moms or easy family dinner ideas, here are some of the simple options we cover: Sheet pan chicken and veggies Quesadillas or tacos Pasta with sauce Rotisserie chicken wraps Breakfast for dinner Snack plates or “girl dinner” style meals Slow cooker dump meals Leftover or flex nights Frozen shortcuts that save your sanity Because dinner doesn’t need to impress anyone. It just needs to get everyone fed. The Big Reminder Your kids won’t remember homemade bread or fancy recipes. They’ll remember that you sat down with them. Simple meals create more margin. More margin creates more peace. And that’s what matters most. Want dinner to feel easier every week? If you’re tired of deciding what to cook every single day, my Peaceful Meals System gives you: ✔ done-for-you meal ideas ✔ a simple rotation ✔ grocery lists (even Walmart pickup friendly) ✔ easy lunch + snack ideas ✔ fridge planners So you don’t have to think about dinner at 5pm ever again. Learn more here. No pressure — just support for tired moms. Connect with Rachel: Contact - > info@rachelking.org Podcast - > Mama’s Tired Connect -＞ Join my free Facebook community Simple Systems for Tired Mamas Instagram -＞@rachelmeigsking Free Resources - > 5 Time Saving Tips for Meal Prep, Simple Time Management for Moms, Journal Page: Releasing the Mental Load, Downloadable Routine Tracker: Morning Reset for Tired Moms     Next Steps: Step 1: Get instant access to the Peaceful Meals System Step 2: Join a supportive community of moms looking for simple systems to reclaim time for a peaceful home at the free Facebook group Simple Systems for Tired Mamas Step 3: Sign up for the weekly Mama’s Tired Newsletter  Step 4: Grab your BioEnergetic Remote Testing Kit and use discount code BIORACHEL Step 5: Ready for more personalized support? Join the Peaceful Mom Method

    12 min

  2. FEB 10

    113. Alleviating Stressful Mornings for Working Moms

    Simple morning routines, time-saving systems, and realistic tips to start the day calmer. Do your mornings feel like a sprint before you’ve even had coffee? Shoes are missing. Backpacks aren’t packed. Someone can’t find their water bottle. You’re already running late… and it’s 7:12am. If you’re a working mom trying to get yourself ready and get kids out the door, mornings can feel like pure survival mode. And by the time you get to work? You’re already exhausted. In this episode of Mama’s Tired, we are throwing it back to an episode from 2023. We’re talking about how to alleviate stressful mornings for working moms with simple systems that make mornings smoother - without becoming a “perfect routine” mom. Because calm mornings don’t come from trying harder. They come from deciding less. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: Why mornings feel so overwhelming for working moms The hidden mental load that’s draining you before the day even starts How to prep once so you’re not scrambling every morning Easy night-before habits that save 20–30 minutes Simple morning routines that work even when you’re tired How to involve kids without adding more chaos Permission to stop chasing “picture-perfect” mornings Practical Tips We Cover The “evening reset” that sets tomorrow up for success Packing lunches and bags ahead of time Outfit planning shortcuts Breakfast made simple (no cooking required) Creating a launch pad by the door Reducing decisions with repeat routines Letting go of unnecessary morning tasks These aren’t complicated systems. They’re small shifts that help you: ✔ feel calmer ✔ stop yelling ✔ get out the door faster ✔ and actually enjoy your kids before work A Gentle Reminder Your kids don’t need a Pinterest perfect morning. They just need you - calm enough to hug them before they leave. Simple works. Peaceful works. Good enough works. Want an easier week overall? If mornings feel chaotic because everything feels chaotic, my Weekly Reset helps you clear the mental clutter, plan meals, reset your home, and choose one focus — all in 20 minutes. So the week starts lighter (not already behind).   Connect with Rachel: Contact - > info@rachelking.org Podcast - > Mama’s Tired Connect -＞ Join my free Facebook community Simple Systems for Tired Mamas Instagram -＞@rachelmeigsking Resources - > 5 Time Saving Tips for Meal Prep, Simple Time Management for Moms, Journal Page: Releasing the Mental Load, Downloadable Routine Tracker: Morning Reset for Tired Moms   Next Steps: Step 1: Grab your Weekly Reset Systems bundle Step 2: Join a supportive community of moms looking for simple systems to reclaim time for a peaceful home at the free Facebook group Simple Systems for Tired Mamas Step 3: Sign up for the weekly Mama’s Tired Newsletter  Step 4: Grab your BioEnergetic Remote Testing Kit and use discount code BIORACHEL Step 5: Ready for more personalized support? Join the Peaceful Mom Method

    16 min

  3. FEB 3

    112. Cleaning Shortcuts for Moms Who Want More Time With Their Kids

    Simple cleaning routines, time-saving housework hacks, and realistic systems for busy moms Feeling like you’re constantly cleaning… but never actually done? One minute you’re wiping counters. The next you’re picking up toys. And somehow the house is messy again before lunch. If you’ve ever thought, “I just want a clean house AND more time with my kids,” this episode is for you. Because here’s the truth most moms need to hear: 👉 You don’t need to clean more. 👉 You need to clean smarter. In this episode of Mama’s Tired, we’re talking about realistic cleaning shortcuts and simple home systems that help busy moms keep the house manageable — without spending all day doing chores. No perfection. No Pinterest pressure. Just practical strategies that work in real life (even when you’re exhausted). In This Episode, You’ll Learn: Why traditional cleaning routines don’t work for busy moms The biggest myth keeping you stuck in “constant cleaning mode” How to focus on the few spaces that actually make your home feel calm Quick 10-minute reset strategies that make a visible difference fast Easy cleaning shortcuts that save hours each week How to involve your kids (without it becoming more work) Permission to let go of “perfect” and embrace “peaceful” Practical Cleaning Tips We Cover: The 10-Minute Reset Rule High-impact zones (kitchen, living room, entryway) Basket pick-ups and visual decluttering Lower-frequency cleaning schedules Simple systems instead of deep cleans Letting go of unnecessary tasks that drain your time Because the goal isn’t a spotless home. It’s a home that supports your family — not steals your energy. A Gentle Reminder Your kids won’t remember how clean the baseboards were. They’ll remember: movie nights on the couch slow mornings you being present And sometimes the most loving choice you can make… is leaving the dishes for later. Want an easy weekly reset? If you’re craving a simple way to keep your home and mind from spiraling into overwhelm, my Weekly Reset Bundle walks you through a gentle 20-minute reset each week so you can: ✔ clear the mental load ✔ restart laundry + meals ✔ reset your main spaces ✔ choose ONE focus ✔ start the week feeling calm instead of behind Learn more here: Connect with Rachel: Contact - > info@rachelking.org Podcast - > Mama’s Tired Connect -＞ Join my free Facebook community Simple Systems for Tired Mamas Instagram -＞@rachelmeigsking Resources - > 5 Time Saving Tips for Meal Prep, Simple Time Management for Moms, Journal Page: Releasing the Mental Load, Downloadable Routine Tracker: Morning Reset for Tired Moms   Next Steps: Step 1: Grab your Weekly Reset Systems bundle Step 2: Join a supportive community of moms looking for simple systems to reclaim time for a peaceful home at the free Facebook group Simple Systems for Tired Mamas Step 3: Sign up for the weekly Mama’s Tired Newsletter  Step 4: Grab your BioEnergetic Remote Testing Kit and use discount code BIORACHEL Step 5: Ready for more personalized support? Join the Peaceful Mom Method

    16 min

  4. JAN 27

    111. Easy Kid-Friendly Meals for Busy Moms

    Do you dread the daily question: “What’s for dinner?” If mealtime feels overwhelming, stressful, or like just another decision you don’t have the energy to make, this episode is for you. In this episode of Mama’s Tired, we’re talking about easy kid-friendly meals for busy moms - the kind that actually work in real life. No Pinterest perfection. No gourmet expectations. Just simple, repeatable meals that save time, reduce mental load, and help you feed your family without losing your peace. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: Why dinner feels so exhausting for busy moms The biggest mealtime myth that keeps moms overwhelmed What makes a meal both kid-friendly and mom-friendly Easy, realistic meal ideas your kids will actually eat How to create simple meal systems that save hours each week How to let go of guilt around shortcuts, frozen foods, and repeats Easy Kid-Friendly Meal Ideas We Talk About: Quick dinners you can make in 20 minutes or less Build-your-own meals (tacos, bowls, sandwiches) Breakfast-for-dinner ideas for extra tired nights Rotisserie chicken and frozen food shortcuts Simple repeat meals that eliminate daily decision fatigue These meals aren’t about being perfect — they’re about being peaceful and consistent. If You’ve Been Searching For: easy kid-friendly meals quick meals for busy moms meal planning for families simple dinners kids will eat stress-free meal ideas for moms how to make cooking at home easier …this episode was made for you. Key Takeaway for Tired Moms Dinner doesn’t have to be impressive. It just has to work. When you simplify meals and lower expectations, you save more than time — you protect your energy and patience, too. A Gentle Next Step If you want a simple way to reset meals, routines, and mental load each week, you may love the Mama’s Tired Weekly Reset. It’s a calm, 20-minute weekly reset that helps busy moms: Decide meals without overthinking Choose one main focus for the week Stop starting Mondays already overwhelmed This Episode Is Perfect For Moms Who: Feel exhausted by daily cooking decisions Have picky eaters or busy schedules Want easy meals without guilt or pressure Are tired of meal planning taking so much energy Want feeding their family to feel simpler   More Episodes You Might Enjoy: How to Make Cooking at Home Feel Less Like a Chore Struggling with Meal Prep? 5 Tips to Save Time in the Kitchen Time Management for Busy Moms: How to Stop Feeling Behind The Myth of Balance and What to Aim for Instead You’re not failing at dinner. You’re just tired — and simple meals are allowed.  Connect with Rachel: Contact - > info@rachelking.org Podcast - > Mama’s Tired Connect -＞ Join my free Facebook community Simple Systems for Tired Mamas Instagram -＞@rachelmeigsking Resources - > 5 Time Saving Tips for Meal Prep, Simple Time Management for Moms, Journal Page: Releasing the Mental Load, Downloadable Routine Tracker: Morning Reset for Tired Moms   Next Steps: Step 1: Grab your Weekly Reset Systems bundle Step 2: Join a supportive community of moms looking for simple systems to reclaim time for a peaceful home at the free Facebook group Simple Systems for Tired Mamas Step 3: Sign up for the weekly Mama’s Tired Newsletter  Step 4: Grab your BioEnergetic Remote Testing Kit and use discount code BIORACHEL Step 5: Ready for more personalized support? Join the Peaceful Mom Method

    15 min

  5. JAN 20

    110. How to Set Boundaries as a Mom Without Feeling Selfish

    Do you struggle to say no -  even when you’re exhausted? If you’ve ever felt guilty for needing rest, space, or help, this episode is for you. In this episode, we’re talking about how to set boundaries as a mom without feeling selfish. Not rigid rules. Not cutting people off. Just realistic, compassionate boundaries that protect your time, energy, and peace in the middle of real mom life. You’ll learn why boundaries feel so hard for moms, how guilt keeps us stuck, and how small boundary shifts can actually make you more patient, present, and connected with your family.   In This Episode, We Cover: Why setting boundaries feels so uncomfortable for moms The biggest myth about boundaries and selfishness How mental load and burnout make boundaries necessary Practical examples of boundaries in everyday mom life Simple scripts to help you say no without over-explaining What changes when you stop overgiving and start protecting your peace If You’ve Searched For: how to set boundaries as a mom mom boundaries without guilt why moms feel selfish for saying no overwhelmed mom boundaries how to stop feeling resentful as a mom burnout in motherhood …this episode will help you feel seen and supported. Boundaries don’t mean you love your family less. They help you show up healthier and more present.   Key Takeaway for Tired Moms You are not selfish for needing limits. You are human. Boundaries aren’t walls — they’re bridges to calmer relationships, more patience, and less resentment.   A Gentle Next Step If you’re craving a simple way to slow down and decide what truly deserves your energy, you may love the Peaceful Mom Method. It’s a 6 week program designed to give you a step-by-step framework for creating a simpler, calmer life through intentional routines, smart boundaries, and systems that work for real moms.  No pressure. No perfection. Just support.   This Episode Is For Moms Who: Feel stretched thin and emotionally exhausted Struggle with guilt when setting boundaries Feel overwhelmed by everyone else’s needs Want more peace without doing less for their family Are tired of pushing past their limits More Episodes You Might Enjoy: Time Management for Busy Moms: How to Stop Feeling Behind Overstimulated, Mama? Why You Feel On Edge (and What to Do About It) The Myth of Balance & What to Aim For Instead You don’t need to earn rest. You don’t need permission to set boundaries. You’re allowed to protect your peace — and still be a good mom.  Connect with Rachel: Contact - > info@rachelking.org Podcast - > Mama’s Tired Connect -＞ Join my free Facebook community Simple Systems for Tired Mamas Instagram -＞@rachelmeigsking Resources - > 5 Time Saving Tips for Meal Prep, Simple Time Management for Moms, Journal Page: Releasing the Mental Load, Downloadable Routine Tracker: Morning Reset for Tired Moms     Next Steps: Step 1: Grab your Weekly Reset Systems bundle Step 2: Join a supportive community of moms looking for simple systems to reclaim time for a peaceful home at the free Facebook group Simple Systems for Tired Mamas Step 3: Sign up for the weekly Mama’s Tired Newsletter  Step 4: Ready for more personalized support? Join the Peaceful Mom Method

    15 min

  6. JAN 13

    109. Time Management for Busy Moms: How to Stop Feeling Behind

    Do you end most days feeling like you were busy nonstop… but still somehow behind? If you’re a mom juggling work, kids, meals, schedules, and the invisible mental load — this episode is for you. In this episode of Mama’s Tired, we’re talking about time management for busy moms — not in a hustle-hard, wake-up-earlier way, but in a realistic, compassionate way that actually helps you stop living in constant catch-up mode. You’ll learn why feeling behind isn’t a personal failure, what’s really draining your time and energy, and how small system shifts can help you reclaim peace without adding more to your plate. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: Why most traditional time management advice doesn’t work for busy moms How mental load — not laziness — is the real reason you feel behind The biggest time management lie moms are told (and what to believe instead) How to stop cramming more into your day and start protecting your capacity Simple ways to reduce decision fatigue and mental overwhelm What real progress looks like in a demanding season of motherhood Key Takeaways for Busy Moms If you’ve searched for: time management for moms how to stop feeling overwhelmed as a mom why moms feel behind all the time work-life balance for busy moms mental load in motherhood …this episode will help you reframe what’s happening and give you permission to manage your time in a way that honors your season. You don’t need more hours. You don’t need more discipline. You need systems that support you when you’re tired. A Gentle Next Step If you’re craving a calm way to reset before the week begins, you may love the Mama’s Tired Weekly Reset — a simple 20-minute guide designed to help you clear the mental load, choose one focus for the week, and stop starting Mondays already overwhelmed. No pressure. No perfection required. Just support. Listen If You’re a Mom Who: Feels busy all day but never caught up Struggles with overwhelm, exhaustion, or decision fatigue Wants better time management without waking up earlier Is tired of productivity advice that doesn’t fit real life Wants peace more than a packed schedule More Episodes You May Love: Overstimulated, Mama? Why You Feel On Edge (and What to Do About It) The Myth of Balance & What to Aim For Instead How to Make Cooking at Home Feel Less Like a Chore You’re not behind. You’re just tired — and tired moms deserve systems that bring peace, not pressure.   Connect with Rachel: Contact - > info@rachelking.org Podcast - > Mama’s Tired Connect -＞ Join my free Facebook community Simple Systems for Tired Mamas Instagram -＞@rachelmeigsking Resources - > 5 Time Saving Tips for Meal Prep, Simple Time Management for Moms, Journal Page: Releasing the Mental Load, Downloadable Routine Tracker: Morning Reset for Tired Moms     Next Steps: Step 1: Grab your Weekly Reset Systems bundle Step 2: Join a supportive community of moms looking for simple systems to reclaim time for a peaceful home at the free Facebook group Simple Systems for Tired Mamas Step 3: Sign up for the weekly Mama’s Tired Newsletter  Step 4: Ready for more personalized support? Join the Peaceful Mom Method

    10 min

  7. JAN 6

    108. My Testimony: A Story of Surrender

    God doesn’t wait for us to get it all together before He meets us. He meets us in the tired. In the overwhelm. In the moments we admit we can’t keep going like this. In this episode, I’m sharing my testimony - not because I’ve got it all figured out, but because peace found me in surrender, not perfection. If you need encouragement today, this episode is for you  Connect with Rachel: Contact - > info@rachelking.org Podcast - > Mama’s Tired Connect -＞ Join my free Facebook community Simple Systems for Tired Mamas Instagram -＞@rachelmeigsking Resources - > 5 Time Saving Tips for Meal Prep, Simple Time Management for Moms, Journal Page: Releasing the Mental Load, Downloadable Routine Tracker: Morning Reset for Tired Moms     Next Steps: Step 1: Grab your Weekly Reset Systems bundle Step 2: Join a supportive community of moms looking for simple systems to reclaim time for a peaceful home at the free Facebook group Simple Systems for Tired Mamas Step 3: Sign up for the weekly Mama’s Tired Newsletter  Step 4: Ready for more personalized support? Join the Peaceful Mom Method

    16 min

  8. 12/30/2025

    107: Your 20-Minute End-of-Year Reset: Simple Systems to Help You Start the New Year

    You don’t need to clean your whole house or “fix” your whole life before January. You just need a simple reset. This week, I’m sharing my 20-minute end-of-year rhythm that helps busy moms enter the new year with peace, not pressure. In this episode, we cover: How to do a yearly (or weekly) review A simple, doable laundry system How to craft a simple meal plan How to do a living room reset Choosing one yearly (or weekly) focus This episode walks you through each step so you can start the year calm, not frantic.   Grab your Mama’s Tired Weekly Reset System here! Connect with Rachel: Contact - > info@rachelking.org Podcast - > Mama’s Tired Connect -＞ Join my free Facebook community Simple Systems for Tired Mamas Instagram -＞@rachelmeigsking Resources - > 5 Time Saving Tips for Meal Prep, Simple Time Management for Moms, Journal Page: Releasing the Mental Load, Downloadable Routine Tracker: Morning Reset for Tired Moms     Next Steps: Step 1: Grab your Weekly Reset Systems bundle Step 2: Join a supportive community of moms looking for simple systems to reclaim time for a peaceful home at the free Facebook group Simple Systems for Tired Mamas Step 3: Sign up for the weekly Mama’s Tired Newsletter  Step 4: Ready for more personalized support? Book a call with Rachel

    16 min
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Do you wish you had enough time in your day to get everything done? Are you tired of feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, and impatient with your kids? Do you wonder what it would be like to say “no” and prioritize your needs for a change? I am so excited you’re here! This podcast is for the mamas who are doing all the things and running on empty. If you are looking to regain your peace, become a more patient mom, and finally have the time to be fully present with your family instead of worrying about everything that needs to be done, then this show is for you. Hey, I’m Rachel. A wife, child of God, and fellow mama in the trenches. For years, my days felt chaotic, my time felt hijacked, and peace felt like a fantasy. I was living in survival mode, placing my hope in planners and to-do lists. I finally realized that if I was going to have a peaceful home and stop letting the enemy steal my joy and my time, I needed to implement systems to get me there. I created a routine that fits ME and my family. A simple strategy that we could actually stick with. A lifestyle that made managing our time not just doable, but sustainable . And I’m ready to share it with you! Each week, we will talk routines, time hacks, mindset shifts, and real-life ways to bring calm back into your home and heart. Because burnout isn’t the plan. Let’s reset and find the peace you’ve been craving together. Heat up your morning coffee and throw that laundry back in the dryer, my friend. It’s time to jump in.

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