Tidy Tidbits

• #25 - How One NYC Family Makes a Childhood Apartment Work for Five

  In this Small Talk, Sarah and Peterson from La Casa Aldomovar share how they transformed their 750 sq ft NYC rental where Peterson grew up into a home that works beautifully for their family of five.In this episode, you’ll learn how to:* Why redefining home matters more than square footage* How conflict resolution keeps the peace in close quarters* The myth of “bigger is better” when it comes to family life* Setting boundaries, prioritizing experiences, and embracing “just enough”Their story is a masterclass in creativity, adaptability, and the joy of living small—proof that a compact home can hold big love.👀 Follow Sarah and Peterson on IG: @lacasalmodovar 📦 Check out Sarah and Peterson’s website: https://lacasaalmodovar.com/📚 Want more tips like these? Check out my book: Tidy Up Your Life🗞️ Subscribe to The Tidy Times: tidydad.substack.com📸 Follow along on IG: @tidydad This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tidydad.substack.com/subscribe

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• #24 - September Surthrival: 5 Core Routines We're Focused on Right Now

  Feeling a bit of September whiplash? You’re not alone. After a 12-hour road trip, unpacking chaos, and starting school in the same week, I found myself feeling the after effects of pushing summer to the last minute. Everywhere you look, people are in transition. It’s a season of change. A season where routines are desperately needed.In this episode, I’ll share five simple routines helping my family shift from summer chaos to school-year structure - not a total overhaul, just small tweaks layered onto systems we already know work.In this episode you’ll learn:* Why routines work best when applied slowly (not in one giant overhaul)* Why it’s important to show up bright-eyed and bushy tailed * How we’re making mornings less frantic with a fridge checklist and a shoe edit* Why “keep meals simple” is the best cooking philosophy for September* How early bedtimes unlock early mornings* Why movement counts, even if it’s not happening in a gymBonus: Here are some things helping us this back-to-school season!📚 Want more tips like these? Check out my book: Tidy Up Your Life🗞️ Subscribe to The Tidy Times: tidydad.substack.com📸 Follow along on IG: @tidydad This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tidydad.substack.com/subscribe

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• #23 - Screens Aren’t the Enemy… But They’re Not the Boss Either

  A Tidy Take Ash Brandin, Author of Power On: Managing Screen Time to Benefit the Whole Family - Screens aren’t the enemy… but without some boundaries, they can turn into tiny, glowing dictators. In this episode, I sit down with Ash Brandin—middle school teacher, parent, and unapologetic gamer—to talk about managing technology in your home without losing your mind.In this episode, you’ll learn about:* Moral neutrality when it comes to technology* The ABCs of tech: access, behavior, and contentThis conversation will help you hit Power On—without hitting panic mode.👀 Follow Ash on IG: @thegamereducator📦 Order Ash’s book: Power On: Managing Screen Time to Benefit the Whole Family📚 Want more tips like these? Check out my book: Tidy Up Your Life🗞️ Subscribe to The Tidy Times: tidydad.substack.com📸 Follow along on IG: @tidydad This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tidydad.substack.com/subscribe

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• #22 - My Word of the Year Sounds Dull, But It Might be Brilliant

  Feeling worn out by your own ambition? After a year full of “firsts,” I’m swapping shiny new things for one unglamorous word: maintenance. In this episode, you’ll learn how to choose a word for yourself that guides your time and routines—and why sometimes the most radical choice is to keep doing what’s already working.In this episode you’ll learn:Why “maintenance” became my guiding word for the school yearHow to spot what’s already working—and keep it goingA few questions to help you pick your own word to guide your time and routinesWhy the most radical choice might be not to start something new📚 Want more tips like these? Check out my book: Tidy Up Your Life🗞️ Subscribe to The Tidy Times: tidydad.substack.com📸 Follow along on IG: @tidydad This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tidydad.substack.com/subscribe

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• #21 - Spoiler: Not everyone will like you, now what?

  A Tidy Take with Lee Tilghman, Author of "If You Don't Like This, I Will Die"It’s exhausting trying to get everyone to like you. How much time have you spent replaying conversations, wondering if someone approves of you? How many opportunities have you missed because you worried what someone might think?In this episode, Tidy Dad sits down with author and former wellness influencer Lee Tilghman, who knows firsthand the cost of chasing approval. After building a massive following as @leefromamerica, the internet stopped liking her. Lee then began the hard work of redefining success and self-worth. She shares it all in her new memoir.In this episode, Lee talks about:* How freeing it is to be at peace with not being liked* How to focus on meaningful connections* What she likes about “2025” Lee Tilghman👀 Follow Lee on Substack and on IG📦 Order Lee’s book: “If You Don’t Like This, I Will Die”📚 Want more tips like these? Check out my book: Tidy Up Your Life🗞️ Subscribe to The Tidy Times: tidydad.substack.com📸 Follow along on IG: @tidydad This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tidydad.substack.com/subscribe

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