Balanced Mom Life | time management, mom guilt, decision-making, life balance, self-care

Sarah Colbert - Time Clarity Coach for Moms
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TOP 3% GLOBALLY RANKED PODCAST Do you feel like you have no time for yourself — like your days are packed, but you’re still missing space to breathe, think, and just be you? You’re managing schedules, decisions, and the mental load of the entire household… yet somehow the woman inside all of it keeps getting pushed to the bottom of the list. This podcast is for moms of tweens and teens who are stretched thin and searching for better time management, less mom guilt, and a way to create space for themselves without disconnecting from their family. Each week, you’ll learn how to: Create realistic time and life balance in the tween and teen years Set boundaries and practice self-care without the guilt spiral Navigate decision fatigue and the constant mental load Feel more confident as your role as a mom begins to change Take small, meaningful steps toward the things you’ve been putting off Whether you stay home or work outside the home, this is your place to slow down, reset, and reconnect with yourself — while staying deeply present for the people you love. Balanced Mom Life is about clarity, not doing more… so you can exist inside your life, not just run it. Let’s connect: www.westmetromom.com 📩 Email: sarah@westmetromom.com 💬 Facebook Time Management for Moms of Tweens & Teens

  1. 6H AGO

    37 | When Your Days Are Full but Nothing Feels Finished: 3 Time Clarity Tips for Moms of Teens

    If time management used to feel easier — and now it feels like you’re constantly behind — you’re not imagining it. Many moms of teens assume they’ve become less disciplined, less focused, or less capable. But the truth is more nuanced: the season changed. And the systems that worked when your kids were younger don’t automatically translate into this stage of motherhood. In this episode, we unpack why time feels different in the teen years — from increased decision making and emotional labor to the invisible mental load that fuels mom guilt and life imbalance. You’ll learn how identity shifts, changing family dynamics, and outdated productivity expectations quietly sabotage your sense of control. If you’re craving better time management, more sustainable self care, and relief from the constant pressure to “do it all,” this conversation will help you see what’s really happening — and what to do next. This is the beginning of learning how to prioritize your time without guilt as your kids grow up. xo, Sarah _______________________________ Connect with other moms of tweens & teens through the Facebook community -- Time Management for Moms of Tweens and Teens OR subscribe to the weekly newsletter here: https://westmetromom.com/community

    13 min

  2. FEB 12

    36 | Why There’s Never Enough Time for Yourself: 3 Truths for Moms of Teens

    Do you feel busy all day but still can’t find time for yourself? In this episode, we’re talking about the hidden truth about time in the tween and teen years — and why so many moms feel overwhelmed even though their kids are more independent. A busy mom’s honest mindset shift about why feeling like you have no time for yourself isn’t really about time — and how seeing your days differently changes everything. You’ll hear the three biggest lessons I’ve learned about spending time in this stage of motherhood: Why small pockets of time matter more than you think How identity and priorities determine where your time actually goes The balance between enjoying the moment and preparing for what’s next This episode is about awareness — recognizing the patterns that quietly steal your time so you can start reclaiming it without guilt and without stepping away from your family. If you’ve been wondering how to find time for yourself as a busy mom, this is your starting point. What you’ll walk away with: ✔ A new perspective on why you feel like there’s never enough time ✔ Permission to value small pockets of time ✔ Clarity around identity and priorities in motherhood ✔ A healthier way to think about the future while staying present This is for the mom who wants deeper connection with her family and space for herself — and is tired of believing those two things can’t coexist. You've got this! Sarah _________________________________________ Connect with other moms of tweens & teens through the Facebook community -- Time Management for Moms of Tweens and Teens OR subscribe to the weekly newsletter here: https://westmetromom.com/community

    12 min

  3. FEB 5

    35 | Why Life Feels Off Lately (And You May Not Have Said It Out Loud)

    Feeling like life is “off” even when everything seems fine? In this episode, I explore why moms of tweens and teens often feel exhausted, resentful, or disconnected—and how awareness of time management, mom guilt, self-care, decision making and life balance can help you find time for yourself without sacrificing your family. I share why small frustrations may actually be messages from your life, how running old decisions on autopilot quietly drains your energy, and why noticing these signs is the first step toward clarity, calm, and balance in this season of motherhood. Cheering you on! Sarah _________________________________________ Connect with other moms of tweens & teens through the Facebook community -- Time Management for Moms of Tweens and Teens OR subscribe to the weekly newsletter here: https://westmetromom.com/community

    9 min

  4. JAN 29

    34 | The #1 Mistake I Made as a Mom of Teens—And the Boundary That Finally Freed My Time

    Do you feel exhausted at the end of the day—even when it feels like you didn’t do much? In this episode, I’m sharing the #1 mistake I made as a mom of teens that was quietly stealing my time, energy, and calm—and the simple boundary that helped me finally reclaim my time without guilt. If you’re a busy mom of tweens or teens who feels stretched thin, constantly managing everyone else’s needs, and struggling to find time for yourself while staying present for your family, this episode is for you. We’ll talk about why what worked when your kids were younger no longer works in this season—and how learning to step back from unnecessary responsibility can actually strengthen your relationship with your kids while helping them grow more independent and confident. You’ll learn: Why moms of teens often feel drained before the day even starts How taking on too much impacts your time, energy, and emotional bandwidth The mindset shift that helps reduce mom guilt and mental load One realistic boundary that supports your kids’ independence and gives you more time for yourself This episode is part of my mission to help moms of tweens and teens find time clarity, protect their energy, and stay deeply connected to their families—without doing more or overhauling their lives. xo, Sarah ________________________________________________________ Connect with other moms of tweens & teens through the Facebook community -- Time Management for Moms of Tweens and Teens OR subscribe to the weekly newsletter here: www.westmetromom/jointhelist

    12 min

  5. JAN 22

    33 | Always Last on Your List? How Moms Can Find "Me Time" Without More Effort

    Are you exhausted all the time but still trying to keep everything together as a mom? If you’re a busy mom of tweens or teens who feels stretched thin, overwhelmed, and guilty for even wanting time for yourself—this episode is for you. Many moms are told to “practice self-care,” but bubble baths and occasional me-time don’t fix chronic exhaustion, mental overload, or decision fatigue. In this episode, I’m sharing 7 realistic self-care tips for busy moms who want more energy, clarity, and balance without neglecting their family or adding more to their to-do list. These self-care strategies are designed specifically for moms in the tween and teen years, when life is filled with carpools, sports schedules, emotional support, and constant mental load—but very little margin. Inside this episode, you’ll learn how to: Create sustainable self-care habits that fit real life Reclaim time for yourself without guilt Reduce overwhelm and mental fatigue Feel more present with your family and yourself No disappearing for hours. No complicated routines. Just small, intentional shifts that help you feel like yourself again—even in a packed season of motherhood. Grab a notebook and take a deep breath. This episode might feel like permission to finally choose yourself. Cheering you on, Sarah ________________________________________________ Balanced Mom Life is the go-to podcast for busy moms of tweens and teens who want better time management and life balance.

    13 min

  6. JAN 15

    32 | When Everything Feels Urgent: How Moms of Teens Can Stop Losing Time

    Do you feel like you’re doing everything—but something still feels off? Have you tried to make time for yourself, only to fall off track or feel guilty when you do? And do you ever wonder why balance feels harder now—even though your kids are more independent? You’ve started getting clear on what you want in this season of motherhood—but you’re still short on time. You want more balance. More patience. More space for yourself. So why does your schedule still feel packed and exhausting? In this episode, we’re continuing the clarity work and connecting it directly to time. Because without a clear why, everything competes for your attention—and time disappears into decisions, guilt, and overcommitment. This episode is for moms of tweens and teens who: feel like they never have enough time struggle to follow through on what matters to them say yes too often and pay for it later You’ll learn how to: attach a meaningful why to what you want use that why to make quicker, lighter decisions stop time from leaking through guilt and obligation This isn’t about managing your schedule or adding routines. It’s about choosing why something matters—so your time finally starts to reflect it. Believing the BEST is yet to come! xo Sarah ________________________________________________ If you’ve been putting your dreams or self-care on hold, I help moms create a real-life balance plan inside my 1:1 coaching. We uncover pockets of time, prioritize what matters, and make it happen without adding another thing to your full plate of life. [Book a FREE 1:1 Coaching Session — [LINK]

    10 min

  7. JAN 8

    31 | Decision Fatigue is Stealing Your Life: How to Make Choices That Give Time Back

    This year do you want to: Work out more? Be more present with your kids? Go on more date nights with your husband? But then reality hits—you feel like there’s too much to do and not enough time. Sound familiar? In this episode of Balanced Mom Life, I share the #1 question busy moms can ask to cut through decision fatigue, get clear on what truly matters, and finally make progress—without mom guilt or overwhelm. You’ll learn how to focus on one priority, simplify your decisions, and create a realistic game plan so your goals actually stick. If you’re ready to stop spinning your wheels and start the year with clarity, balance, and momentum, this episode is for you. Stop decision fatigue and focus on what truly matters Get clear on your priorities this year Make progress without guilt or overwhelm Simplify your goals into one actionable plan Build momentum with small, consistent steps Believing the BEST is yet to come! xo Sarah If you’ve been putting your dreams or self-care on hold, I help moms create a real-life balance plan inside my 1:1 coaching. We uncover pockets of time, prioritize what matters, and make it happen without adding another thing to your full plate of life. [Book a FREE 1:1 Coaching Session — [LINK] _______________________________________ Sarah has spent over a decade mentoring women and helping them build healthier, more confident lives. As a mom of three teens with a background in television news and wellness coaching, she specializes in creating clarity in the middle of busy family life. Today she helps moms of tweens and teens reclaim their time, set boundaries that stick, and pursue something for themselves without disconnecting from their family — so they can feel calm, confident and like themselves again.

    13 min

  8. JAN 1

    30 | Parenting Teens Feels Impossible? Here’s How to Stay on the Same Page and Set Boundaries That Actually Work

    In this insightful conversation, Aminta Geisler—mom of four and host of The MINT Podcast—shares her honest journey parenting children through the teen and early adult years. As a fellow midlife mom navigating the messy middle, Aminta dives into real talk about parenting tweens and teens, setting healthy boundaries, navigating co-parenting disagreements, embracing teen independence, and knowing when to hold your tongue. Together, we talk about managing overwhelm, making confident decisions, prioritizing self-care, and creating balance through better time management and strong community support. If you’re a busy mom looking for encouragement and practical wisdom as you parent tweens or teens while juggling family, marriage, and your own needs, this conversation offers relatable insight and steady perspective for this season.

    30 min
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TOP 3% GLOBALLY RANKED PODCAST Do you feel like you have no time for yourself — like your days are packed, but you’re still missing space to breathe, think, and just be you? You’re managing schedules, decisions, and the mental load of the entire household… yet somehow the woman inside all of it keeps getting pushed to the bottom of the list. This podcast is for moms of tweens and teens who are stretched thin and searching for better time management, less mom guilt, and a way to create space for themselves without disconnecting from their family. Each week, you’ll learn how to: Create realistic time and life balance in the tween and teen years Set boundaries and practice self-care without the guilt spiral Navigate decision fatigue and the constant mental load Feel more confident as your role as a mom begins to change Take small, meaningful steps toward the things you’ve been putting off Whether you stay home or work outside the home, this is your place to slow down, reset, and reconnect with yourself — while staying deeply present for the people you love. Balanced Mom Life is about clarity, not doing more… so you can exist inside your life, not just run it. Let’s connect: www.westmetromom.com 📩 Email: sarah@westmetromom.com 💬 Facebook Time Management for Moms of Tweens & Teens

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