With holiday season quickly approaching, you might be thinking, “How can I prepare my home for all those holiday gifts… especially the toys?” Having a plan in place may make it less stressful and wont derail your efforts to simplify or declutter your space. If you are like many parents out there and struggling with getting the toys under control, then this is for you.

It all began with coming home from my son’s 3rd birthday and unloading the presents. We are so fortunate to have many friends and a large extended family that care about our son… and who together gave him A LOT of presents. The reality of seeing the amount of stuff brought into our home all at once was eye opening.

A 10 day trip to Europe with no checked bags? You can do it! If you are interested in packing lighter on your next trip, I highly encourage it. We did not check any bags, and even with that, I would bring less on our next trip. The key is to pack clothing that you really love wearing and find comfortable. Also, don’t be afraid to hand wash items that get dirty in the sink with a bar of soap and then hanging them to dry.

Interested in going zero waste, but you don’t know where to start? We have a guide for you!

Thinking about starting to declutter, but not sure where to start or are overwhelmed? Here are 10 tips to get you going.

Children need space to be creative. Too much stuff can actually be over-stimulating to little ones.

Children want our attention and love. Most of us correlate that with the giving of material items. I have been on a journey to simplify my family’s life to allow us to enjoy the little moments more. Oftentimes, I look to my four-year-old son as a shining reminder of what is important.