The Organized-ish Parent Podcast

Dianne Jimenez
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Parenthood is challenging enough as it is, and getting organized sounds easier said than done. Now, combine these 2 together and it's truly a balancing act that many of us struggle with day in day out. If you're here, it 's because you want to know how to get your life and home more organized and structured where the kids are involved too - so that parent-life can be a little easier and focused on what truly matters. Each week we'll talk about all things organizing our life and home/ with the added touch of involving the kids too. From how-to's to personal experiences, what works in our home and with clients, get insight from the industry and definitely answer questions from you; Parents who are trying to raise some awesome, capable humans out into this world. You can always ask questions or send your comments in the comments below the episode or by email to info@diannejimenez.com. You never know, your topic just might make it in an episode. Welcome!

  1. APR 2

    #92: What to Do When You Feel Like the Only Responsible Adult in the House

    Do you ever feel like the only responsible adult in the house? Like you're the one remembering the school form, the snacks, the laundry, the calendar, the water bottle, the email… while everyone else is relaxing? In this episode, I explain why that keeps happening — and what to do next without starting a fight and without adding more to your plate. You'll learn: why moms aren't just doing chores — they're doing management (and management is exhausting) the "invisible job list" that creates the mental load why "helping mom" still keeps mom as the manager the difference between helping vs ownership the one practical move to redistribute responsibility this week ✅ Fastest next step: Take the "What's Your Organizing Style?" quiz: https://diannejimenez.com/quiz    -------------------------------------------------- The episode at a glance: [00:00] Feeling Like The Only Adult [01:47] Why You Feel Overloaded [03:01] The Invisible Job List [03:40] Reminder System Trap [04:09] Helping Versus Ownership [04:55] Resentment At Day End [05:43] One Lane One Owner [06:31] Script For Ownership Talk [07:10] Handling Pushback [07:36] Next Steps And Wrap Up    --------------------------------------------------   📌📌📌 The post (episode #92: What to Do When You Feel Like the Only Responsible Adult in the House) appeared first on Dianne Jimenez | Professional Organizer website. To read the blog post of this episode, head to https://diannejimenez.com/92  📌📌📌  -------------------------------------------------- Are you a DEAFULT MOM? Join my FREE Facebook group ➡️ The Default-Free Mom https://www.facebook.com/groups/defaultfreemom  --------------------------------------------------   Listen + subscribe for more real-life systems for overwhelmed moms: 🎧🍎🎧 APPLE PODCAST USA 🎧🍎🎧:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-organized-ish-parent-podcast/id1606051910 🍎🎙️🍎 APPLE PODCAST CANADA 🍎🎙️🍎: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-organized-ish-parent-podcast/id1606051910 🎧🟢🎧 SPOTIFY 🎧🟢🎧:  https://open.spotify.com/show/60AVuZmF4iIl43aoWz5Xyh?si=e4ba1060574040a4 ▶️📽️▶️ YOUTUBE ▶️📽️▶️: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsLq1WtSo-VG0aUJEfDKdPQ 🎙️🟠🎙️ AMAZON MUSIC 🎙️🟠🎙️: https://music.amazon.ca/podcasts/ebe904c1-eece-469b-8dd5-7144e6b798ab/the-organized-ish-parent-podcast    --------------------------------------------------   🗣️🛜💬Ways we can connect 🗣️🛜💬 Website :  https://diannejimenez.com Instagram :  https://www.instagram.com/1tidyplace/ Facebook :  https://www.facebook.com/1TidyPlace Twitter :  https://twitter.com/DDJ3131 LinkedIn :  https://www.linkedin.com/in/diannejimenez    -------------------------------------------------- 🎶Music: https://www.purple-planet.com , License: All the music on the site is licensed under the terms of a Creative Commons Attribution License 3.0. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/🎶

    9 min

  2. MAR 19

    The First Chore Every Kid Over 7 Should Learn

    If your kids help around the house but you still feel like everything ultimately falls on you, you're not imagining it. In this episode of the Organized-ish Parent Podcast, we're breaking down why chores don't actually reduce your workload — and what to do instead. Because here's the truth: chores aren't about cleaning. They're about ownership. You'll learn: Why kids "help" but responsibility doesn't stick The 3 conditions that make chores actually work The first chore every kid over 7 should learn How to stop doing everything yourself without guilt If you want to raise capable, responsible kids and lighten your mental load, this is where to start. NEXT STEP: Comment OWNERSHIP and tell me your child's age — I'll suggest a responsibility that fits where they are.     CONNECT WITH ME: 🎧 Podcast: Organized-ish Parent Podcast 📲 Instagram: @1tidyplace 💬 Facebook Group: Organized-ish Parent Collective     FREE QUIZ: What's Your Organizing Style? https://diannejimenez.com/quiz REMEMBER: You're not raising helpers. You're raising contributors.     The episode at a glance:  [00:00] Chores Mindset Shift [01:52] Ownership Over Cleaning [02:09] Three Rules For Responsibility [03:46] Daily Reset Chore [04:17] Let Them Do It [05:34] Pick One And Let Go [06:23] Wrap Up And Call To Action   Enjoy the episode!     📌📌📌 The post (episode #91: The First Chore Every Kid Over 7 Should Learn) appeared first on Dianne Jimenez | Professional Organizer website. To read the blog post of this episode, head to https://diannejimenez.com/91 📌📌📌   Are you a DEAFULT MOM? Join my FREE Facebook group ➡️ The Default-Free Mom https://www.facebook.com/groups/defaultfreemom     🎶Music: https://www.purple-planet.com , License: All the music on the site is licensed under the terms of a Creative Commons Attribution License 3.0. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/🎶

    7 min

  3. MAR 5

    The 3 Simple Home Systems Every Busy Mom Needs Before Trying Anything Else

    If you feel like you're constantly doing something around the house—cleaning, resetting, organizing—yet nothing ever sticks… You're not failing. And your house isn't broken. You've just been trying to run daily life without the systems that support it. In this episode, I'm sharing the 3 home systems that change everything—because routines don't survive on motivation. They survive on structure: Drop Zones — where backpacks, shoes, mail, coats actually land Daily Reset — a simple rhythm that prevents the mess from compounding Responsibility — who owns what (not who helps when asked) Because when responsibility isn't clear… everything defaults back to mom. 🎧 And if you haven't listened to Episode 89 yet, go watch that one next (link below). I'll show you how to shrink routines so they actually stick. — ▶️ The episode at a glance: 00:00 Why Routines Fail 01:55 Homes Need Systems 02:59 Drop Zone Basics 03:41 Daily Reset Rhythm 04:24 Assign Real Ownership 05:52 Match Your Style 06:25 Systems Before Organizing 07:57 One Space Next Step 09:01 You're Not Failing — 🫵Your next step: Pick ONE daily friction spot and ask: Drop zone? Reset? Responsibility? Fix the system first—and the whole house gets lighter. 📌Subscribe so you don't miss what's next, and share this with a friend who needs the reminder: You're not failing—you're missing the systems. — 🔗 Links • Watch Episode 89 next: https://youtu.be/ozg3AhY0_hY • "What's Your Organizing Style?" quiz: https://DianneJimenez.com/quiz • More resources / work with me: https://DianneJimenez.com/clarity — 🗣️🛜💬Ways we can connect 🗣️🛜💬 Website :  https://diannejimenez.com Instagram :  https://www.instagram.com/1tidyplace/ Facebook :  https://www.facebook.com/1TidyPlace Twitter :  https://twitter.com/DDJ3131 LinkedIn :  https://www.linkedin.com/in/diannejimenez  -------------------------------------------------- 🎶Music: https://www.purple-planet.com , License: All the music on the site is licensed under the terms of a Creative Commons Attribution License 3.0. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/🎶

    10 min

  4. FEB 19

    Why Your Routines Don't Stick (And the Phase One Rule That Actually Works)

    If you've ever wondered why routines don't stick, this episode is for you. Most routines fall apart not because you lack discipline — but because they're built for perfect days. When life gets busy, messy, or unpredictable, routines collapse. That's why routines don't stick for so many busy moms. In this episode, I explain the simple Phase One Rule that fixes this problem and helps you build routines that stick — even on hard days. 🔷You'll learn: • Why routines fail after a few weeks • How to shrink a habit so it becomes sustainable • How to attach routines to something that already exists • Why your organizing style affects what kind of routine works for you If you're tired of starting over every month, this will help you finally build routines that last. 🔷Next week: I'm going deeper into the home systems that routines attach to — because without those, nothing sticks long-term.   🎯 Take the Free Organizing Style Quiz: Find out which systems and routines work best for you: 👉 https://DianneJimenez.com/quiz ❤️ Want Personalized Feedback? Complete the Clarity Kickstart form and get a private video with your next best step: 👉 https://DianneJimenez.com/clairty    -------------------------------------------------- 👀👇👀👇The episode at a glance:👀👇👀👇 00:00 Why your routines collapse 01:40 The real reason routines fail 02:45 The Phase One Rule explained 04:27 How your Organizing Style plays a key role 05:07 How to make routines stick 05:54 Clarity Kickstart  -------------------------------------------------- 📌📌📌 The post (episode #89: Why Your Routines Don't Stick (And the Phase One Rule That Actually Works)) appeared first on Dianne Jimenez | Professional Organizer website. To read the blog post of this episode, head to https://diannejimenez.com/89  📌📌📌  -------------------------------------------------- ❣️Are you a DEAFULT MOM?❣️ Join my FREE Facebook group ➡️ The Default-Free Mom https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1FSU  -------------------------------------------------- 🗣️🛜💬Ways we can connect 🗣️🛜💬 Website :  https://diannejimenez.com Instagram :  https://www.instagram.com/1tidyplace/ Facebook :  https://www.facebook.com/1TidyPlace Twitter :  https://twitter.com/DDJ3131 LinkedIn :  https://www.linkedin.com/in/diannejimenez  -------------------------------------------------- 🎶Music: https://www.purple-planet.com , License: All the music on the site is licensed under the terms of a Creative Commons Attribution License 3.0. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/🎶

    7 min

  5. FEB 5

    Why Your Current Schedule Doesn't Work (It Wasn't Designed for Moms)

    If your planner looks great but your days still feel exhausting, this episode is for you. In this episode of the Organized-ish Parent Podcast, I'm breaking down why traditional schedules don't work for moms — especially default parents carrying the mental load. If you've tried planners, routines, or time blocking and still end most days depleted, this isn't a discipline problem. It's a design problem. I'll walk you through: Why most schedules weren't built for the reality of motherhood The three biggest schedule flaws that drain moms How mental load and constant transitions quietly sabotage your day Why energy matters more than productivity One simple shift you can make this week to feel more supported This episode isn't about doing more or trying harder. It's about designing a schedule that actually supports your life. 🎧 Listen in and rethink your schedule through a lens of support, not pressure. If this resonates: 👍 Like and folllow The Organized-ish Parent Podcast 🔔 Subscribe for weekly conversations on time, home systems, and raising capable kids 📤 Share this with a mom who feels like everything falls on her Enjoy the episode! XO - Dianne PS -  Are you the default parent for everything (or MOST things)? What's your BIGGEST challenge with this? DM your answer on Instagram or on Facebook   ✨✨Referenced in this episode✨✨ What's your Organizing Style?    -------------------------------------------------- 👀👇👀👇The episode at a glance 👀👇👀👇 [00:00] Welcome to the Organized ish Parent Podcast [00:18] The Problem with Traditional Schedules [02:41] Schedule Flaw #1: Ignoring Transitions [03:19] Schedule Flaw #2: Overlooking Energy Levels [03:57] Schedule Flaw #3: Lack of Margin [05:12] A New Approach to Scheduling for Moms [05:55] Actionable Tips for This Week [07:15] Final Thoughts and Encouragement [07:30] Closing Remarks and Call to Action   -------------------------------------------------- 📌📌📌 The post (episode #88: Why Your Current Schedule Doesn't Work (It Wasn't Designed for Moms)) appeared first on Dianne Jimenez | Professional Organizer website. To read the blog post of this episode, head to https://diannejimenez.com/88  📌📌📌  -------------------------------------------------- Are you a DEAFULT MOM? Join my FREE Facebook group ➡️ The Default-Free Mom https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1FSUvPvfhN/  -------------------------------------------------- ❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️If you loved this episode, please consider Rating it or giving it a Review on your preferred platform - it would mean the world to me and help other parents needing to discover my podcast.  ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Some of the platforms to catch (and subscribe to) my episodes: 🎧🍎🎧 APPLE PODCAST USA 🎧🍎🎧:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-organized-ish-parent-podcast/id1606051910 🍎🎙️🍎 APPLE PODCAST CANADA 🍎🎙️🍎: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-organized-ish-parent-podcast/id1606051910 🎧🟢🎧 SPOTIFY 🎧🟢🎧:  https://open.spotify.com/show/60AVuZmF4iIl43aoWz5Xyh?si=e4ba1060574040a4 ▶️📽️▶️ YOUTUBE ▶️📽️▶️: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsLq1WtSo-VG0aUJEfDKdPQ 🎙️🟠🎙️ AMAZON MUSIC 🎙️🟠🎙️: https://music.amazon.ca/podcasts/ebe904c1-eece-469b-8dd5-7144e6b798ab/the-organized-ish-parent-podcast  -------------------------------------------------- 🗣️🛜💬Ways we can connect 🗣️🛜💬 Website :  https://diannejimenez.com Instagram :  https://www.instagram.com/1tidyplace/ Facebook :  https://www.facebook.com/1TidyPlace Twitter :  https://twitter.com/DDJ3131 LinkedIn :  https://www.linkedin.com/in/diannejimenez  -------------------------------------------------- 🎶Music: https://www.purple-planet.com , License: All the music on the site is licensed under the terms of a Creative Commons Attribution License 3.0. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/🎶

    8 min

  6. JAN 22

    #87: How to Delegate Without Getting Pushback

    Are you tired of delegating at home — only to face pushback, frustration, or having to redo everything yourself? In this episode of The Organized-ish Parent Podcast, I'm breaking down why delegation fails for so many moms and what actually works instead. You'll learn: • why pushback is usually confusion • the 3 mistakes that make delegation harder • how to create shared ownership without micromanaging This episode is for moms who are tired of being the default parent and want systems that actually stick. 🎧 Listen now and start building a family team — not doing it all alone. Enjoy the episode! XO - Dianne PS -  Are you the default parent for everything (or MOST things)? What's your BIGGEST challenge with this? DM your answer on Instagram or on Facebook    -------------------------------------------------- 👀👇👀👇The episode at a glance 👀👇👀👇 [00:00] Introduction to Delegation Challenges [00:37] Understanding Pushback: It's Not Resistance [01:24] A Real-Life Example of Miscommunication [04:05] Breaking Down the Reasons for Delegation Failure [06:58] Effective Delegation Strategies [07:23] Practical Steps to Implement Delegation [08:15] Building a Family Team [08:35] Conclusion and Next Steps  -------------------------------------------------- 📌📌📌 The post (episode #87: How to Delegate Without Getting Pushback) appeared first on Dianne Jimenez | Professional Organizer website. To read the blog post of this episode, head to https://diannejimenez.com/87  📌📌📌  -------------------------------------------------- 🫵What's your Organizing Personality? 🤔🦄🤗 🤔🦄🤗 🤔🦄🤗  ✨✨✨Take the quiz here ➡️➡️➡️ https://DianneJimenez.com/quiz   -------------------------------------------------- Are you a DEAFULT MOM? Join my FREE Facebook group ➡️ The Default-Free Mom https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1FSUvPvfhN/   -------------------------------------------------- ❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️If you loved this episode, please consider Rating it or giving it a Review on your preferred platform - it would mean the world to me and help other parents needing to discover my podcast.  ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Some of the platforms to catch (and subscribe to) my episodes: 🎧🍎🎧 APPLE PODCAST USA 🎧🍎🎧:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-organized-ish-parent-podcast/id1606051910 🍎🎙️🍎 APPLE PODCAST CANADA 🍎🎙️🍎: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-organized-ish-parent-podcast/id1606051910 🎧🟢🎧 SPOTIFY 🎧🟢🎧:  https://open.spotify.com/show/60AVuZmF4iIl43aoWz5Xyh?si=e4ba1060574040a4 ▶️📽️▶️ YOUTUBE ▶️📽️▶️: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsLq1WtSo-VG0aUJEfDKdPQ 🎙️🟠🎙️ AMAZON MUSIC 🎙️🟠🎙️: https://music.amazon.ca/podcasts/ebe904c1-eece-469b-8dd5-7144e6b798ab/the-organized-ish-parent-podcast  -------------------------------------------------- 🗣️🛜💬Ways we can connect 🗣️🛜💬 Website :  https://diannejimenez.com Instagram :  https://www.instagram.com/1tidyplace/ Facebook :  https://www.facebook.com/1TidyPlace Twitter :  https://twitter.com/DDJ3131 LinkedIn :  https://www.linkedin.com/in/diannejimenez  -------------------------------------------------- 🎶Music: https://www.purple-planet.com , License: All the music on the site is licensed under the terms of a Creative Commons Attribution License 3.0. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/🎶

    10 min

  7. JAN 8

    #86: The January Mistake Moms Make Every Year and What to Do Instead

    January doesn't fail you — overambitious plans do. In this first episode of 2026, I'm breaking down the biggest mistake moms make every January when trying to reset routines, schedules, and habits — and what to do instead so change actually sticks. You'll learn: Why the "New Year, New Me" approach collapses by week three Why stabilizing your life must come before building new habits How simplifying to one foundational habit reduces overwhelm A smarter way to create routines that work with real mom life If you're a busy mom who wants to reclaim your time without burning out or starting over every February, this episode will completely change how you approach January. 👉 Take the Organizing Style Quiz to understand what systems work best for you:  https://DianneJimenez.com/quiz Subscribe for practical, realistic strategies to create calmer days, smoother routines, and a more capable home — without perfection. Enjoy the episode! XO - Dianne PS -  When it comes to getting organized or getting the kids involved, where do you struggle the most?  DM me on Instagram or on Facebook   ✨✨Referenced in this episode✨✨ Epsiode 85 - Why Your Habits Don't Stick (and Why January Is The Worst Time To Start) What's your organizing style? (QUIZ)  -------------------------------------------------- 👀👇👀👇The episode at a glance 👀👇👀👇 00:00 Introduction and New Year Greetings 02:20 The January Reset Myth 04:21 Stabilize Before You Add 05:56 Simplify with One Key Habit 10:27 Building Sustainable Habits 11:47 Personal Experience and Final Advice 12:50 Conclusion and Call to Action  -------------------------------------------------- 📌📌📌 The post (episode #86: The January Mistake Moms Make Every Year and What to Do Instead) appeared first on Dianne Jimenez | Professional Organizer website. To read the blog post of this episode, head to https://diannejimenez.com/86 📌📌📌  -------------------------------------------------- Are you a mom looking to reclaim her time?  Join my FREE Facebook group Time-Freedom for Mompreneurs https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1FSUvPvfhN/  -------------------------------------------------- 🗣️🛜💬Ways we can connect 🗣️🛜💬 Website :  https://diannejimenez.com Instagram :  https://www.instagram.com/1tidyplace/ Facebook :  https://www.facebook.com/1TidyPlace Twitter :  https://twitter.com/DDJ3131 LinkedIn :  https://www.linkedin.com/in/diannejimenez  -------------------------------------------------- 🎶Music: https://www.purple-planet.com , License: All the music on the site is licensed under the terms of a Creative Commons Attribution License 3.0. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/🎶

    14 min

  8. 12/18/2025

    #85: Why Your Habits Don't Stick (and Why January Is The Worst Time To Start)

    If your habits never seem to stick past January, this episode is for you. In this final episode of 2025, I'm breaking down why waiting for January is the worst habit strategy—and how busy moms can build routines that actually survive real life. You'll learn: Why habits fail when life gets busy How to shrink habits so they stick What "phase one" really looks like If you're ready to stop starting over every year, this is where it changes. 🎧 Subscribe for more realistic routines, family systems, and time freedom strategies for moms.   ✨✨Referenced in this episode✨✨ Celebrate the small wins: From episode 84  -------------------------------------------------- 👀👇👀👇The episode at a glance 👀👇👀👇 [0:00 - 0:11] Introduction and Year-End Reflections [0:12 - 1:48] Why Habits Fail and the January Fantasy [1:49 - 5:35] Real-Life Examples of Sustainable Habits [5:36 - 6:58] Steps to Build Lasting Habits [6:59 - 9:42] Personal Story and Final Tips [9:43 - 10:34] Conclusion and Holiday Wishes  -------------------------------------------------- 📌📌📌 The post (episode #85: Why Your Habits Don't Stick ) appeared first on Dianne Jimenez | Professional Organizer website. To read the blog post of this episode, head to https://diannejimenez.com/85  📌📌📌  -------------------------------------------------- 🫵What's your Organizing Personality? 🤔  ✨✨✨Take the quiz here  ➡️➡️➡️https://DianneJimenez.com/quiz  -------------------------------------------------- 🦄🤗 🤔🦄🤗 🤔🦄🤗Are you a mom looking to reclaim her time?  Join my FREE Facebook group Time-Freedom for Mompreneurs :https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1FSUvPvfhN/  -------------------------------------------------- If you loved this episode, please consider Rating it or giving it a Review on your preferred platform - it would mean the world to me and help other parents needing to discover my podcast  -------------------------------------------------- 🎧🍎🎧 APPLE PODCAST USA 🎧🍎🎧:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-organized-ish-parent-podcast/id1606051910 🍎🎙️🍎 APPLE PODCAST CANADA 🍎🎙️🍎: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-organized-ish-parent-podcast/id1606051910 🎧🟢🎧 SPOTIFY 🎧🟢🎧: https://open.spotify.com/show/60AVuZmF4iIl43aoWz5Xyh?si=e4ba1060574040a4 ▶️📽️▶️ YOUTUBE ▶️📽️▶️: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsLq1WtSo-VG0aUJEfDKdPQ 🎙️🟠🎙️ AMAZON MUSIC 🎙️🟠🎙️: https://music.amazon.ca/podcasts/ebe904c1-eece-469b-8dd5-7144e6b798ab/the-organized-ish-parent-podcast  -------------------------------------------------- 🗣️🛜💬Ways we can connect 🗣️🛜💬 Website :  https://diannejimenez.com Instagram :  https://www.instagram.com/1tidyplace/ Facebook :  https://www.facebook.com/1TidyPlace Twitter :  https://twitter.com/DDJ3131 LinkedIn :  https://www.linkedin.com/in/diannejimenez  -------------------------------------------------- 🎶Music: https://www.purple-planet.com , License: All the music on the site is licensed under the terms of a Creative Commons Attribution License 3.0. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/🎶

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Parenthood is challenging enough as it is, and getting organized sounds easier said than done. Now, combine these 2 together and it's truly a balancing act that many of us struggle with day in day out. If you're here, it 's because you want to know how to get your life and home more organized and structured where the kids are involved too - so that parent-life can be a little easier and focused on what truly matters. Each week we'll talk about all things organizing our life and home/ with the added touch of involving the kids too. From how-to's to personal experiences, what works in our home and with clients, get insight from the industry and definitely answer questions from you; Parents who are trying to raise some awesome, capable humans out into this world. You can always ask questions or send your comments in the comments below the episode or by email to info@diannejimenez.com. You never know, your topic just might make it in an episode. Welcome!

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