The Organized-ish Parent Podcast

Today's podcast episode was inspired by my client during a kitchen organization session.  What is decanting? In this episode I go through the following questions:  What is decanting, how do you do it and who should decant? Decanting isn't just for wine or the kitchen but for many other areas in our home. Listen to this episode to find out more ways to decant too. Can't wait to see what you'll be d...

In this episode learn the strategies to use to help your kids store and organize THEIR papers. They are creative little beings who, no doubt, will want to keep everything they make or get from a friend. But how do you get control over the paper chaos? I take you behind the scenes at my house on what it looks like for us as well as tips on how to keep the communication open with you, your partner o...

Today's episode is part 2 of 2 where I list the 5 Ways To Get Kids To Listen .  This is a special episode too because there is a BONUS method that I share with you also. How we speak and present situations to our kids so that they can see the big picture helps them grasp things a lot easier, learn and understand where we're coming from.  The goal here is to build their awareness, observation, inde...

Today's episode is part 1 of a 2-part series where I list the 5 Ways To Get Kids To Listen . These are my automatic go-tos that I use with my own kids, my nieces and nephews and even with my students at school.  And they work!  My goal here is to help you on your journey to getting more organized AND getting the kids involved with the tools and guidance I provide in today's podcast - or any of my...

Everyone goes through rough and challenging seasons in their life. They can last a few months and even well into several years!  And we all go through different levels of challenges, frustrations and obstacles at different times in our life that will result in our homes being cluttered and disorganized. So you decide to hire a professional organizer…. And clean and tidy the place before they arriv...

When I became a mom and went through all the first time mom- feels : joys, discoveries and all the challenges. It REALLY became apparent on my mental load after I had my second baby. I can tell you, without a shadow of a doubt that I was spread way thin. In this episode, I take you deep into a time where my mental load was at heavy, how it affected me and the future of my marriage and how I worked...

This conversation initially took place during an Instagram Live on my guest's feed but accidentally got deleted. Thank the electronic gods, we were able to retrieve it and save the raw footage - just unable to report video.  And now, I'm bringing it all to you - on audio form. The tables are turned where the conversation with fellow Pro Organizer and good friend, Marie-Odette Moubayed of Casa Pure...

So in today's episode, I want to share some tips and tricks on how we can Reduce, Reuse and Recycle items in our home to help our planet and keep our home organized at the same time. Now, just because Earth Day happens only once a year, let THIS year be a marker to start.  Or if you don't know how to go about it, take this episode as a starting point where you can apply these earth-saving habits i...

In this episode I interview fellow pro organizer and Montrealer, Stéphanie Galipeau of HOP .  She takes us into her organizing world and reveals her 2 loves & brand new course coming out April 25, 2022. So, if you own a phone, a laptop, tablet…..or any kind of device that stores, files your documents, pictures, programs, etc. Or you use tools and apps to help you streamline, connect or sync your d...

Now that things are starting to go back to some kind of normal and restrictions have lifted, MANY of us are jumping for JOY because our social calendars are about to get filled up! So, this means plans are being made; which also means we're entering into the world of gatherings and celebrations! Finally! It's been a long 2 years! But 2 years ago, our kids were toddlers or babies. So the thought of...

For the past 2 years we didn't have much choice but to take a look at our home and space in a different light. Hundreds of thousands of us took action by making some changes - big or small - such as decluttering our homes.  Many are still stuck, 2 years later, with physically removing the unwanted items out of the house. So how do we do that? What's going to help motivate us to do it? How about a...

When you live in a climate with more than 1 season and you SEE the seasons change, it's really beautiful.  What's especially beautiful AND exciting is when we start seeing a glimpse of the next season. The snow melting there's puddles everywhere, the sun out and warmer than in the last few months that you feel more energized to do more stuff - Which also prompts thousands of people across the coun...

The bathroom is either a place of chaos, comfort, a quiet zone or all of the above and everything else in between.  It's a busy common area that if we equip ourselves and set the space up, we can totally achieve that ideal space that we resort to from time to time, or every night to escape into the World Wide Web, where most ideas and inspiration are not the only things being formed, but one of th...

This episode, I unveil how we started and what got the ball rolling for us to have this mindset; the logic behind our thinking that benefits all of us, and the one thing you can do to make your life easier - when it comes to raising self-sufficient, responsible and capable kids. Call it the BLUEPRINT on how to teach my kids and get them to be more and more independent, feel confident and empowered...

It's the place where there's an accumulation of clutter and also the 'drop zone' for everything else.  So how do we get the 'heart of the home' more organized so that you can function more fluidly in that space? In this episode, I walk you through some key points to look at when doing your kitchen organization. I also give you tips and tricks to help maximize any kitchen space, no matter the size...

It's already overwhelming enough to even think about organizing your home. There's a lot of professionals out there but how do you know which one's the right one for you and your project?  It's important to know WHO the person is, that will be going through your things beforehand…. It's a different kind of relationship than your average professional service. In this big episode, I cut through the...

We started the new decade with it and it has affected the entire world. 2 years later and it still is part of our everyday life… COVID-19.    Not all experiences are the same when you or your whole house gets sick.  But what we do share are the effects it has on each member of the household, the people around us and… life in general. In this episode I share with you my tips, takeaways, thoughts an...

Lego has been around for generations and the beautiful and cool collections they launch month after month will attract young AND old alike!  Ever wonder how to organize your Lego collection? What's the best way for you and your family?  Not all solutions work for everyone, just like there is no ONE solution to fit all. In this episode I take you behind the scenes of how we decided on our system: O...

This episode is an edited version of my YouTube video I released back in April 2020.  You can find the full video if you search the title on my channel: Dianne Jimenez . But you might appreciate this version a little more because it gets straight to the point about ' How to get your kids started with laundry' - or incorporating them in the process if you're just starting them off with this new ski...

Hey parents! For years, I've prided myself on being a great multi-tasker. But soon enough, I became a mentally burned out mom with zero patience and lots of guilt, after the  fact. Over this last year I've come to realize 3 things which I'm going to share with you today. - Just a little heads up, your ears aren't playing tricks on you in some areas of this episode.  That clicking and clacking is m...

Seeing that this is one of my first podcast episodes, I figured it would be a good thing for you to know my little backstory and how I became a professional organizer. Often, when we take a step back and look at the big picture to see if our current situation aligns with our end results or goals, it can take us by surprise- especially when we're in the thick of things and don't realize we may be a...

So you know that space or that cluttered corner you've been meaning to tackle but just haven't found the time to do it?  But with every passing day, that  nagging feeling in the back of your mind is growing, growing and…. growing. Well I'm here to teach you my  5 steps to finding time in a busy schedule on my very first podcast episode. And it's perfect to kick off the 1st month of the new year, a...

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...