Clutter-Free Living with Kids: Expert Toy Decluttering and Organization Tips with Khrystyne Jaspers (Ep 255)
In this episode of the Wannabe Clutter Free podcast, the host, Deanna Yates, interviews Khrystyne Jaspers, an early childhood educator, mindset coach, and mom of two living in a one-bedroom apartment in New York City. Khrystyne shares how her family makes the most of their limited space by embracing intentional living and minimalist principles, especially when it comes to managing toy clutter. She opens up about the mindset shifts that helped her let go of guilt, prioritize quality over quantity, and create a peaceful, functional home for her kids.
Thet talked about practical side of toy decluttering, from setting healthy boundaries around gift-giving to getting kids involved in the cleanup process. You'll hear real-life strategies that work in small spaces, plus creative solutions for storage and organizing without sacrificing your sanity or your living room floor. Whether you're living in a cozy apartment or just feeling overwhelmed by kid stuff, this episode will inspire you to simplify and make space for what really matters.
Key Takeaways:
How to manage toy clutter in small living spaces without feeling deprived
Why setting boundaries around toys and gifts is empowering, not limiting
Simple ways to involve your kids in decluttering and organizing
Mindset shifts that make intentional parenting and minimalism more sustainable
Creative storage and space-saving tips for families in tight quarters
About Khrystyne Jaspers:
Khrystyne Jaspers is an early childhood educator and coach who has spent her entire adult life in 1 bd apts.
As a NYC mom, Khrystyne grew tired of hearing, “You have two kids. When are you getting a bigger place?”
4 years ago, she set out to create a home that defied the traditional conventions and began publicly sharing the inside view of how for her family making it work in less than 700 sq ft .
Khrystyne's home has been featured in Apartment Therapy, and her growing email list is her favorite place to cheer on others on similar paths.
She founded Space Jams -- a coaching business that blends home functionality and organization with mindset coaching to help individuals develop tools to thrive no matter what their square footage.
Khrystyne lives in Manhattan with her 2 kids and husband Nic <3
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