376 Countdown to Christmas - prep early, stress less

Does the thought of Christmas chaos leave you feeling overwhelmed before December even arrives?

What if you could actually enjoy the festive season instead of surviving it?

Could starting your Christmas preparations now be the secret to a calm and joyful holiday?

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This episode reveals how early preparation can transform your Christmas from stressful to spectacular. Lesley and Ingrid share their tried-and-tested strategies for getting ahead of the festive rush, helping you discover the joy that comes from being organised and prepared.

The hosts dive deep into practical preparation techniques that work for busy families. From establishing effective routines to creating foolproof gift lists and meal planning systems, they explore how October preparation can lead to December relaxation. You'll uncover their personal approaches to managing traditions, budgeting effectively, and maintaining realistic expectations throughout the season.

About the Declutter Hub Podcast

We're Ingrid and Lesley and are super excited you're here!

If you're sick to the back teeth of clutter dictating your home life then we are here to help you get control back and spend your valuable time doing the things you want and not shuffling piles of stuff around 24/7.

We have been decluttering and organising homes face to face and online for over 30 years together and have helped thousands of members and clients to regain the home of their dreams. We have a passion for people, practicality, and piles of paper and love nothing better than to carve out solutions for anyone overwhelmed with clutter. If that's you, you're in the right place.

Our podcast is packed with actionable tips, inspiration and motivation to get your decluttering done. We believe decluttering is all about emotions first, stuff second.

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