427: A Simple Framework for a "Balanced" Summer // Jenny Layton

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🗓️ 28 April 2025

⏱️ 36 minutes

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Summary

As moms, summer can feel like both a dream and a juggling act. We want to make magical memories for our families… but we also crave order, rest, and a little bit of time for ourselves. So, how do we actually find balance in the chaos of summer break? In this episode, I’m joined by Jenny Layton—professional organizer, time management coach, and mom of five—who shares a beautifully simple framework that will change the way you think about your summer rhythm. Jenny introduces the idea of “family and personal seasons” and helps us understand how to honor the season we’re in, while still making space for what we need as women. In this conversation, we explore: ✨ Why summer feels so overwhelming—and how to shift your expectations ✨ How to embrace the season of family life without losing yourself in it ✨ Why even a small “dot of personal time” can restore your sense of peace ✨ How to help your kids learn to rebalance themselves when they’re bored or off-track Whether you’re a full-time stay-at-home mom, a working mom, or somewhere in between, this episode will help you create a summer that feels more aligned, more joyful, and more you. For full show notes, including takeaways, click here. *** Announcements: Don’t miss the free PDF bundle Jenny created for our listeners—including a printable yin-yang graphic, an “Are You Bored?” checklist for kids, and a list of age-appropriate life skills to teach your children over the summer. Related Episodes: 371: 3 Spaces to Organize for the Most Summer Fun // Jen Martin from Reset Your Nest 361: How to Make Reading Fun This Summer // Janssen Bradshaw 360: A Secret Tool to Keep Your Kids Entertained this Summer // Andi Smiley Episode Sponsors: Skylight: Right now, Skylight is offering our listeners $30 off their 15 inch Calendars by going to Skylightcal.com/3IN30. AquaTru: Get 20% OFF any AquaTru purifier! Just go to AquaTru.com and enter code “3IN30” at checkout. Wildgrain: For a limited time, Wildgrain is offering our listeners $30 off the first box - PLUS free Croissants in every box - when you go to Wildgrain.com/3IN30 to start your subscription. Or you can use code 3in30 at checkout. StoryWorth: Right now, save $10 on your first purchase when you go to StoryWorth.com/3in30. Let’s Connect: Join me on Instagram! Get weekly-ish emails with BTS of my life Find Your Magic in Motherhood: Free 3-Day Email Course ***

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0:00.0	You're listening to 3 and 30 Takeaways for Moms and this episode is sponsored by Skylight Calendar,
0:04.8	the smart calendar that helps get the whole family organized with chore charts, dinner planning,
0:09.6	and customizable lists all on one touchscreen display. Skylight Calendar was designed to connect
0:15.9	the digital and non-digital worlds by bringing families together, And I think it achieves just that. Kids are
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0:26.5	playing music or online shopping, but it has one primary goal, getting the family on the same page
0:33.3	with the week's busy schedule. You can display it on your counter or mount it to the wall.
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1:09.7	calendar. That's S-K-Y-L-G-H-T-C-A-L dot com slash 3-N-30.
1:21.2	Welcome to 3-N-30, a podcast to help you feel more like yourself within your motherhood.
1:26.7	Each 30-minute episode features three actionable takeaways to help you feel more like yourself within your motherhood. Each 30-minute episode features three actionable takeaways
1:29.8	to help you become a more self-assured mom,
1:32.6	someone who knows yourself, honors your needs, and loves your people.
1:37.0	Listen in to feel encouraged as we learn together
1:39.6	how to overcome overwhelm and find more magic in motherhood.
1:43.5	I'm your host, Rachel Nielsen. I'm so glad you're here.
1:52.1	It's the end of April, which means that summer vacation is just around the corner.
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