Meal Planning for Busy Moms | Simplify Mealtime, Reduce Stress, and Create More Balance and Joy in Your Life
This podcast started with one mission: help busy moms get quick, healthy, and delicious meals on the table in under 30 minutes. And with over 10,000 downloads, it’s clear that meal planning has been a game-changer for so many of you. But here’s what I’ve heard loud and clear—meal planning alone isn’t enough. The real challenge isn’t just figuring out what’s for dinner—it’s managing the mental load, reducing stress, and creating a life that feels simpler, calmer, and more joyful. That’s why Meal Planning for Busy Moms is evolving. I’m Blaga—mom of four, meal planning strategist, and your go-to guide for simplifying meals and everyday routines so you can feel more in control and less overwhelmed. For years, I thought if I could just master meal planning, everything else would fall into place. But I realized true balance comes from simplifying all aspects of life—not just dinner. Now, this podcast is your weekly dose of simplicity, stress relief, and balance. ✔️ Every Sunday → You’ll get a done-for-you meal plan with quick, healthy, and delicious meals your family will love. ✔️ Every Wednesday → We’ll go beyond mealtime and dive into stress-reducing strategies, time-saving tips, and mindfulness practices to help you feel more at ease in your daily life. If you’re ready to simplify mealtime, reduce stress, and create more balance and joy, you’re in the right place. Hit follow or subscribe, and let’s make life feel lighter—one meal (and one mindset shift) at a time.
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Sunday Apr 28, 2024
Sunday Apr 28, 2024
Hey Friend!
Today, we're diving into a topic that's a total game-changer for busy folks and minimalists alike: one-pot wonders. That’s right, we’re talking about those magical meals where everything cooks together in a single pot, saving you time, effort, and oh so many dishes. Plus, I'll walk you through a whole week's meal plan with not just one, but two fabulous one-pot dinners. So, grab your favorite mug, pour yourself a drink, and let' do this
Weekly Meal Plan:
Monday - Caesar Salad with Grilled Chicken Breast
Tuesday- one-pot wonder: a creamy tomato basil pasta.
Wednesday- Chicken Fajitas
Thursday - One Pot Comforting Beef Stew
Friday - Pizza Night
Saturday - Spicy Sausage and Vegetable Jambalaya
Sunday - Roasted Chicken Dinner with Veggies and Gravy
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Hope this episode inspires you!
xx Blaga (aka The Speedy Gourmet)
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Wednesday Apr 24, 2024
Wednesday Apr 24, 2024
Are you ready to take your leftovers from drab to fab? We've all been there - staring blankly into the fridge at those forgotten containers of last night's dinner. But fear not, because today I'm here to show you how to transform those leftovers into mouth watering dinners that will make you say, Leftovers who? So grab your coffee and let's dive!
Hope this episode blesses you!
Xx Blaga
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Sunday Apr 21, 2024
Sunday Apr 21, 2024
Hey beautiful Mam,
In this episode I share a weekly meal plan to help reduce some of the decision fatigue around what to cook throughout the week, and I’m going to be talking about up-leveling your containers, and why you might want to set some time aside to do the same!
This simple act of up-leveling your container will bring so much ease, flow, confidence and organization!
So let’s unpack this…pop in your earbuds and Let’s go!
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Weekly Meal Plan:
Monday - Crunchy Ranch Chicken with veggies and fresh fruit
Tuesday- Sticky Pork Chops in slow cooker, with rice and frozen veggies
Wednesday- Chilli and biscuits
Thursday - Chicken and mushroom tortellini
Friday - steak sandwich and caesar salad
Saturday - Taco Salad
Sunday - Belgium Waffles and bacon
Up-leveling containers! What are gonna be your containers you up-level? MIne were glass jars with bamboo lids!
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Hope this episode blesses you!
xx Blaga
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Thursday Apr 18, 2024
Thursday Apr 18, 2024
Have you ever opened your fridge, peeked into your cabinets, and felt like you had absolutely nothing to whip up? You're not alone. Today, I'm here to guide you on a very normal adventure..in my world anyways!, crafting mouthwatering meals using just what you already have lying around. No trips to the grocery store required. Sound like a challenge? Challenge accepted! I’ll be sharing 5 tips to master this skill and 5 mix and meals to give you inspiration to use what you have.
This is the One Pantry Challenge That Changed My Life, so tune in and let's do this!
Hope this episode blesses you!
xx Blaga
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Sunday Apr 14, 2024
Sunday Apr 14, 2024
In this episode I share a weekly meal plan to help inspire you and answer the dreaded “Mom, what’s for dinner?” dilemma! I am also going to share how to pivot when schedules and seasons change. How to embrace the change and allow your meal plan to go with the flow of your life, so you can make your life and meal planning S.I.M.P.L.E.R.
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Weekly Meal Plan:
Monday - Shrimp Stir Fry on rice
Tuesday-Roast with mashed potatoes
Wednesday- Chicken Burgers
Thursday - Sausage and Potatoes
Friday - Make your own pita pizza
Saturday - Pulled Chicken Sandwich with coleslaw
Sunday - Spaghetti
Hope this episode blesses you!
xx Blaga
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Wednesday Apr 10, 2024
Wednesday Apr 10, 2024
Have you ever started your week with the best of intentions, promising yourself you'd stick to a meal plan, only to find that by Wednesday, you’re dialing up your favorite take-out, promising that next week will be different? If so, you're in good company my friend!
The dance between a well-oiled meal planning machine and a wildly off-the-rails eating habit is one many of us know too well. So why is it that despite our best efforts, keeping consistent on meal planning feels like trying to hold water in our hands?
In this episode Let's dive into understanding why, while sprinkling in some tips to get us all from "attempting" to "achieving" our meal planning goals.
Hope this episode blesses you!
xx Blaga
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Sunday Apr 07, 2024
Sunday Apr 07, 2024
How can I help you make meal planning even more S.I.M.P.L.E.R?
I know that you guys are doing a real good job with meal planning and you are getting better and better at it each and every day. But what if I told you that? It could just be even more simpler?!
So in today's episode I am going to be sharing, Of course, my weekly meal plan and what I mean by simpler. It's actually an acronym and ironically it's your steps to meal planning to make it simple!! Haha! Isn't it brilliant if I do say so myself lol! . I think you're gonna love it.
In this episode I share weekly meal plans to help inspire you and answer the dreaded “Mom, what’s for dinner?” dilemma! Want to receive weekly meal plans with recipes from these quick and easy meal ideas?
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Weekly Meal Plan:
Monday - Chicken Caesar Salad
Tuesday-Beef n Broccoli
Wednesday- Chicken Rice Soup
Thursday - BBQ Pork Chops with Roasted Veggies
Friday - Hot dogs/Smokies and fries
Saturday - Hurried Goulash
Sunday - French Dip Sandwiches
Weekly Prep: Cutting up fruits and veggies for snacks on the go.
Hope this episode blesses you!
xx Blaga
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Wednesday Apr 03, 2024
Wednesday Apr 03, 2024
A Podcast You Can’t Miss!
If you’re a busy mom looking to make healthy, manageable changes for your family, then you're going to love our podcast episode on "Simple Little Health Switches Every Busy Mom Can Make." We dive deep into each of these switches, sharing practical tips, inspiring stories from real moms who have made these changes, and expert advice to make the transition as smooth as possible.
Not only will you come away with actionable steps to start implementing these health switches today, but you'll also feel supported and motivated knowing you're not alone on this journey. So grab a cup of coffee (or a glass of water!), plug in those earbuds and join me as I Guide you through making simple but powerful tweaks to your family’s daily routine.
Hope this episode blesses you!
xx Blaga
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Sunday Mar 31, 2024
Sunday Mar 31, 2024
In this episode I share my weekly meal plan to help inspire you and answer the dreaded “Mom, what’s for dinner?” dilemma in under 15 minutes of planning! Want to receive the recipes from these quick and easy meal ideas, to save even more time and build up your recipe repertoire? Become an insider!
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Weekly Meal Plan:
Monday - Chicken Fajitas
Tuesday- Salmon filets with Rice and corn
Wednesday- Chicken Manicotti with Caesar salad
Thursday - Sweet And Sour Meatballs
Friday -Enchilada Bake
Saturday - Beef Burgers with fries
Sunday - Chicken Parmesan, roasted veggies and salad
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Wednesday Mar 27, 2024
Wednesday Mar 27, 2024
Hello beautiful Mama,
Let’s face it, juggling work, kids, and trying to keep the home front from looking like a scene from a survival movie can be downright exhausting. And just when you thought you could catch a break, there’s the ever-looming question, "What’s for dinner?" If you’ve ever found yourself standing in front of your fridge at six in the evening, silently screaming, "I don’t even know where to start with meal planning!" – honey, you’re in the right place. Today, we’re diving deep into how you can incorporate meal planning into your bustling schedule without losing your mind. I’ll be sharing 10 tips to kickstart your meal planning Adventure even if your schedule is more packed than a Tupperware drawer lol! Can’t wait to dive in with you! Let's do this!
xx Blaga
Hope this episode blesses you!
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