EPISODE · Dec 17, 2025 · 11 MIN
39 | One Christmas, Please! 5 Guilt-Free Ways to Simplify Holiday Celebrations
from Time for Mom | Self-Esteem, Routines, Mom Guilt, Priorities, Comparison, Devotional, Self-Worth · host Cheryl Davis - Wife, Mom & Daughter of the King
Are you tired of juggling multiple Christmas celebrations trying to keep everyone happy? Do you with there was a way to cut back on your family obligations without feeling guilty? Are you looking for ways to bring peace back into the most stressful time of the year? If so, you’re in the right place. Hi Beautiful, I’m Cheryl — wife, girl mom, aspiring SAHM, and Jesus follower. I learned the not-so-secret ways to become the mom my girls needed by prioritizing Jesus, finding routines that worked, rejecting mom guilt when I failed, and learning what self‑esteem really is. This podcast is for moms who want Biblical encouragement and real‑life devotions. If you’re ready to build faith while washing dishes, become the mom you hoped you’d be, and love yourself the way your babies do — grab your earbuds and lock the bathroom door for a minute alone. It’s Time for Mom. Start your new year with an easy plan to refresh your relationship with God and start breathing a little life back into you. Book your FREE 30 minute Time for Mom breakthrough https://bit.ly/timeformomcoaching Offer ends December 25, 2025 In this episode, I’m sharing 5 ways to simplify Christmas family obligations so you can bring the focus back to Christ, family, and peace. Christmas can be celebrated on days other than Christmas Day or Christmas Eve Have honest conversations about presents – reducing the amount your kids get or reducing the financial strain because of tradition. Think of things that can be made rather than purchased: Food, crafts, hand crafted items… Pinterest is your best friend! Celebrate with the in-laws on alternate years. Have open conversation with your spouse on travel and what actually works with you, your kids, and your finances. It's okay to not travel for a season. Links: Book your FREE 30 minute Time for Mom breakthrough. https://bit.ly/timeformomcoaching Offer ends December 25, 2025 Join the free & private Time for Mom Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/timeformomcommunity Episodes: 38 | 12 Guilt-Free Ways to Stay Sane This Christmas - Mom Life Devotion https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/38-12-guilt-free-ways-to-stay-sane-this-christmas-mom/id1828707938?i=1000740994648 35 | I Want Gifts to Mean Something! A 5 Love Languages Gift Guide for SAHM's https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/35-i-want-gifts-to-mean-something-a-5-love/id1828707938?i=1000739495848 34 | Dreading Christmas as a Sahm? Rediscover the Wonder – Mom Life Devotion https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/34-dreading-christmas-as-a-sahm-rediscover-the/id1828707938?i=1000738785155 Mom Life Devotions Mom Life Devotion: Are Holidays a Battle Ground? 5 Ways to Build Relationships With Friends and Family https://cheryldavisauthor.substack.com/p/are-holidays-a-battle-ground-5-ways Next Steps: Subscribe to Mom Life Devotions: https://bit.ly/momlifedevotions Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts! https://bit.ly/timeformompodcast Subscribe to the monthly Time for Mom Newsletter: https://bit.ly/tfmnewsletter
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Are you tired of juggling multiple Christmas celebrations trying to keep everyone happy? Do you with there was a way to cut back on your family obligations without feeling guilty? Are you looking for ways to bring peace back into the most stressful time of the year? If so, you’re in the right place. Hi Beautiful, I’m Cheryl — wife, girl mom, aspiring SAHM, and Jesus follower. I learned the not-so-secret ways to become the mom my girls needed by prioritizing Jesus, finding routines that worked, rejecting mom guilt when I failed, and learning what self‑esteem really is. This podcast is for moms who want Biblical encouragement and real‑life devotions. If you’re ready to build faith while washing dishes, become the mom you hoped you’d be, and love yourself the way your babies do — grab your earbuds and lock the bathroom door for a minute alone. It’s Time for Mom. Start your new year with an easy plan to refresh your relationship with God and start breathing a little life back into you. Book your FREE 30 minute Time for Mom breakthrough https://bit.ly/timeformomcoaching Offer ends December 25, 2025 In this episode, I’m sharing 5 ways to simplify Christmas family obligations so you can bring the focus back to Christ, family, and peace. Christmas can be celebrated on days other than Christmas Day or Christmas Eve Have honest conversations about presents – reducing the amount your kids get or reducing the financial strain because of tradition. Think of things that can be made rather than purchased: Food, crafts, hand crafted items… Pinterest is your best friend! Celebrate with the in-laws on alternate years. Have open conversation with your spouse on travel and what actually works with you, your kids, and your finances. It's okay to not travel for a season. Links: Book your FREE 30 minute Time for Mom breakthrough. https://bit.ly/timeformomcoaching Offer ends December 25, 2025 Join the free & private Time for Mom Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/timeformomcommunity Episodes: 38 | 12 Guilt-Free Ways to Stay Sane This Christmas - Mom Life Devotion https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/38-12-guilt-free-ways-to-stay-sane-this-christmas-mom/id1828707938?i=1000740994648 35 | I Want Gifts to Mean Something! A 5 Love Languages Gift Guide for SAHM's https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/35-i-want-gifts-to-mean-something-a-5-love/id1828707938?i=1000739495848 34 | Dreading Christmas as a Sahm? Rediscover the Wonder – Mom Life Devotion https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/34-dreading-christmas-as-a-sahm-rediscover-the/id1828707938?i=1000738785155 Mom Life Devotions Mom Life Devotion: Are Holidays a Battle Ground? 5 Ways to Build Relationships With Friends and Family https://cheryldavisauthor.substack.com/p/are-holidays-a-battle-ground-5-ways Next Steps: Subscribe to Mom Life Devotions: https://bit.ly/momlifedevotions Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts! https://bit.ly/timeformompodcast Subscribe to the monthly Time for Mom Newsletter: https://bit.ly/tfmnewsletter
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