114: The Truth About Time Management for Moms (It’s Not Your Planner) with Anna Dearmon Kornick

Healthy Parenting Handbook with Katie Kimball

Healthy Parenting Handbook with Katie Kimball
114: The Truth About Time Management for Moms (It’s Not Your Planner) with Anna Dearmon Kornick
Mar 31, 2026 Episode 114
Katie Kimball


If you’ve ever thought, “Why can I not get my life together when it comes to time?”—you are absolutely not alone.

This conversation felt like such a breath of fresh air because we’re not talking about rigid schedules, perfect planners, or waking up at 5am (thank goodness). Instead, we’re digging into what actually works for real moms with real lives… you know, the kind where kids interrupt everything and plans fall apart before lunch.

I had so much fun hearing about Anna’s real-life experiences in the professional world, SO different than my life, and wait until you hear what we both have in common when it comes to being POOR at time management! I couldn’t believe her confession about getting in trouble at work for a time-related issue…

What I love most is that Anna brings so much grace and practicality to this topic. She doesn’t expect perfection; and honestly, that might be the most freeing part of all.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

  • Why time management isn’t really about your planner (and what actually matters instead)
  • A simple “mind sweep” method to instantly reduce overwhelm and clear your mental clutter
  • How to figure out what actually deserves your time (and what you can let go of)
  • Practical ways to involve your kids so you’re not doing everything yourself
  • What to do when your plans fall apart (because… they will)
  • A simple framework to handle those chaotic, stressful moments without spiraling

If you’ve been feeling scattered, behind, or just plain overwhelmed, this episode is going to meet you right where you are, and give you a few doable steps to move forward.

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