Shailey & Katie's Lemonade Stand: Design Moms Finding the Happy Balance as Creative Entrepreneurs

Shailey Murphy and Katie Day

Two business-owning, design moms who are laughing their way through parenthood.
Shailey Murphy: video producer, interior designer and mom of two. Katie Day: habit coach, photographer, graphic designer, improviser, comedy writer for a late night talk show mom of 4.

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Updated May 4

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Alignment Over Achievement: How to Find Happiness Through Your Unique Core Values
In this season finale of Shailey & Katie’s Lemonade Stand, we’re making a case for something that might feel a little rebellious: happiness doesn’t come from achievement—it comes from alignment. We unpack the difference between chasing external wins and actually feeling internally right in your life. Because alignment is quieter. More intuitive. And honestly… easier to ignore. Until it’s not. Misalignment has a way of showing up anyway—burnout, resentment, procrastination, that low-grade “somet
May 4 · 1 hr 2 min
Home Office (with or without the office)
In this episode, we’re getting honest about what it actually takes to work from home without losing your mind (or your dining table). We’re sharing real-life strategies for creating a workspace that works—even if you don’t have a Pinterest-worthy office or a door that closes. We talk about how to manage both physical clutter and the mental clutter that comes with working where you live, plus simple ways to protect your focus when distractions are…everywhere. Think: practical organization, a few
April 27 · 46 min
Kitchen + Dining Design & Organization Hacks
Design a kitchen for real life—not a photoshoot. (But, like, also make it cute) We challenge the idea that kitchens need to be pristine to be “good,” and instead reframe mess, wear, and lived-in energy as proof that a space is working. We explore how to create functional, inviting spaces that support your daily rhythm, from rethinking formal dining rooms to embracing multi-use areas that actually get used. We share practical, budget-friendly ways to improve your kitchen without a full remodel—
April 13 · 49 min
Kids’ Rooms That Actually Work
If kids come with stuff… what do we actually do with all of it? How to create kids’ spaces that actually work—for real life. We’re talking functional layouts, calming environments, and systems that help kids take ownership of their space (without you becoming the full-time cleanup crew). We get into the balance every parent is navigating: creating a home that feels good and letting kids be kids. That means normalizing mess, designing for independence, and letting go of perfection in favor of som
March 23 · 1 hr 11 min
Transform Your Living Room: Tips for a Cozy Space
The living room is the most used, most judged, and most confusing room in the house… and somehow we’ve all been convinced it’s supposed to look like a catalog instead of a place where people actually live. In this episode, Shailey climbs up on her living room soapbox — and honestly, it’s a hill she’s willing to die on. We talk about why so many living rooms feel “off,” the biggest mistakes people make (your rug is probably too small), and why furniture scale, lighting, and layout matter way mo
March 9 · 48 min
Happy Home Organization & Style Series Part 1: Konmari and the life-changing magic of tidying up
Intentional living, home organization, and why winter has us suddenly side-eyeing every drawer in the house. We dig into the emotional side of decluttering, not just the “get rid of stuff” part, but the identity, guilt, and nostalgia wrapped up in it. Shailey shares what actually stuck with her from the KonMari method, especially the idea that letting something go can be an act of gratitude, not failure. Katie brings the real-life perspective of how homes refill themselves mysteriously and why a
February 2 · 45 min
Dopamine Detox: Katie’s Story: curiosity, addiction, and reclaiming her own life
In this episode, Katie gets honest about her dopamine detox era — what kicked it off, what surprised her, and what actually changed on the other side. Addiction, sober-curious, codependency and learning to save her own life. We talk about how modern life quietly trains our brains to chase constant stimulation, why numbing behaviors can increase anxiety instead of reducing it, and what happens when you remove the crutches long enough to hear yourself think again. From sobriety and self-trust to c
January 10 · 33 min
Your Habit Personality, Motivation & Why Knowing Yourself Changes Everything
One-Size-Does NOT-Fit-All! Ever wonder why some people thrive with strict rules… while others immediately want to do the opposite the second a rule exists? In this episode, Katie and Shailey dig into why motivation isn’t one-size-fits-all—and why so many wellness plans fail simply because they ignore personality. We explore three powerful frameworks that explain how and why people take action: -The Four Tendencies -Abstainers vs. Moderators (do you need clear lines or flexible lanes?) -The Ennea
Dec 29, 2025 · 40 min
Creativity, The Artist’s Way (even for non-artists!), Habits, and Katie’s big news!
In this episode, we’re talking about The Artist’s Way—what it actually is, why it keeps coming back into culture, and how to approach creativity without turning it into another self-improvement pressure cooker. We explore curiosity over productivity, rebuilding trust with yourself, and how small creative habits can quietly change everything. Plus, Katie shares an absolutely unhinged prism story that turns into one of those “wait… WHAT?” moments—and if you stick to the end, she shares big, life-
Dec 23, 2025 · 56 min
Confidence, Style, & Dressing the Body You Have: Stop Settling for Clothes That Don’t Fit Your Life
Style That Feels Like Home. We dive into the empowering relationship between clothes, confidence, and the bodies we live in. We explore what it actually means to feel “at home” in your own skin—and your own style—without chasing trends, shrinking yourself, or trying to dress like someone you’re not. The conversation moves through body neutrality, signature style, and why comfort matters just as much as aesthetics. From color choices to fit to outerwear as a confidence tool, we reframe fashion a
Dec 9, 2025 · 53 min
Our Go-To Gift Guide (to give… and also to receive, amiright?)
This week on Shailey & Katie’s Lemonade Stand, get ready for Black Friday because we’re spilling our go-to gift ideas—the ones we actually give, actually love, and actually hope show up on our doorstep. We’re talking: Gifts that don’t cost a lot but feel thoughtful Gifts that are technically “a splurge,” but perfect for going-in-together with family or friends Gifts for creatives, moms, homebodies, entrepreneurs, and your spouse who “doesn’t need anything”. Whether you need a last-minute Am
Nov 24, 2025 · 32 min
Practical Gratitude: Rewiring Your Brain for Positivity
In this episode, Shailey and Katie dive into the real, practical side of gratitude — the kind that actually rewires your brain, improves your relationships, and helps you show up as a calmer, less-reactive human (science says so). They unpack how neuroplasticity works, why your brain loves repetition, and why gratitude isn’t about ignoring hard things — it’s about training your mind to notice more than just the problems. Katie jumps in with research on gratitude, self-awareness, and why “toxic
Nov 10, 2025 · 52 min
Stop People Pleasing: We Thought We Were Being Helpful. Turns Out… Nope.
“People pleasing is actually about controlling others.”Wait—what? Rude! But it’s true. When we’re trying to make everyone happy, what we’re really trying to do is control how people see us. This week, we’re unpacking that sneaky truth and learning how to say no (without turning into a soulless- boundary-monster). People pleasing. From apologizing for existing 😆 to saying yes when your soul is screaming no, they get real about why we do it, how it sneaks into everyday moments, and what it looks
Oct 27, 2025 · 40 min
Travel Hacks: You Don’t Have to Wait for the "Perfect Season" to Travel
Travel Hacks! The art of traveling — with kids, with friends, or with whoever’s part of your current adventure crew. ✈️ We’re sharing our favorite tips to make trips enjoyable and (mostly) stress-free — from setting expectations before we even leave the driveway to giving everyone small “travel jobs” that build independence and teamwork. We talk about how we balance adventure days with real rest, budget for souvenirs that actually mean something, and use simple games to keep long travel days fun
Oct 20, 2025 · 45 min
The art of romanticizing the routine: how to fall back in love with your everyday life
Katie's talking about how to fall back in love with your everyday life — the ordinary, in-between moments that usually fly under the radar. Because somewhere between unloading the dishwasher and answering another email, we forget that this is our life. And it’s happening right now. How to romanticize the routine — not by pretending everything’s perfect, but by slowing down enough to notice the magic that’s already there. From making your morning coffee feel sacred to turning carpool into your fa
Oct 13, 2025 · 47 min
Easy Ways to Style Your Space: Coffee Table Book Magic
Shailey spills her interior design secrets — the little things that make your home look effortlessly styled (without it feeling like a museum where no one’s allowed to sit on the couch). She walks Katie through her favorite hidden design tricks — like how to use coffee table books as instant personality injections, why stacks of three just feel right, and how trays are basically the emotional support system of home decor. They also get real about the struggle of folding fitted sheets (spoiler:
Oct 7, 2025 · 48 min
Become a Morning Routine Person: 7 Hacks That Actually Work
Upgrade your morning routine using habit hacks. In this epsiode, Katie attempts the impossible: convincing die-hard night owl Shailey that mornings don’t have to be miserable. Katie shares how she went from dragging herself out of bed at the last possible second to actually looking forward to mornings . She’s walking Shailey through seven practical, totally doable hacks to transform mornings. They dive into why dopamine is the secret sauce for motivation, how to beat decision fatigue before it
Sep 30, 2025 · 45 min
Shailey's Update: interior design, travel, and her new beauty secret...
This week, Shailey catches us up on everything she’s been up to — from interior design projects to video production gigs, big life lessons, a few epic trips, and her new secret anti-aging routine (minus two spots on her neck). We talk about the tricky art of saying no (even when you really want to be a “yes” person), why family time feels so sweet right now, and how she committed to keeping a fitness routine going after bailing on Katie at the gym. Plus, we debate the most ridiculous excuses fo
Sep 23, 2025 · 52 min
Season 11 Premier! Curiosity Over Shame: Katie’s Comeback Story
We’re back for Season 11 (after just a quick… four-year break 🤷‍♀️) and kicking things off with Katie’s comeback story. From navigating trauma and anxiety to ditching numbing habits (yep, even the Prosecco), Katie shares what it looked like to trade shame for curiosity and rebuild her life one habit at a time. She’s talking midlife crisis, coaching, The Habit Lab, and why curiosity became her superpower. Plus—because we never take ourselves too seriously—this episode is brought to you by weigh
Sep 16, 2025 · 46 min
A Very Merry Inbetween-isode!
Season 10 and a half: A Very Merry Inbetween-isode! We’re popping in to give you a quick life update, some GOALS we’ve been crushing, and our top 3 gifts to give yourself this holiday season. Katie has a longevity, anti-aging regimen she’s dying to share with you and a VERY CRINGEY massage story gone so wrong she allllmost couldn’t get through the re-telling. Oh and Shailey has become a renovation real estate mogul!
Dec 13, 2022 · 44 min

Shailey & Katie's Lemonade Stand: Design Moms Finding the Happy Balance as Creative Entrepreneurs

Alignment Over Achievement: How to Find Happiness Through Your Unique Core Values

Home Office (with or without the office)

Kitchen + Dining Design & Organization Hacks

Kids’ Rooms That Actually Work

Transform Your Living Room: Tips for a Cozy Space

Happy Home Organization & Style Series Part 1: Konmari and the life-changing magic of tidying up

Dopamine Detox: Katie’s Story: curiosity, addiction, and reclaiming her own life

Your Habit Personality, Motivation & Why Knowing Yourself Changes Everything

Creativity, The Artist’s Way (even for non-artists!), Habits, and Katie’s big news!

Confidence, Style, & Dressing the Body You Have: Stop Settling for Clothes That Don’t Fit Your Life

Our Go-To Gift Guide (to give… and also to receive, amiright?)

Practical Gratitude: Rewiring Your Brain for Positivity

Stop People Pleasing: We Thought We Were Being Helpful. Turns Out… Nope.

Travel Hacks: You Don’t Have to Wait for the "Perfect Season" to Travel

The art of romanticizing the routine: how to fall back in love with your everyday life

Easy Ways to Style Your Space: Coffee Table Book Magic

Become a Morning Routine Person: 7 Hacks That Actually Work

Shailey's Update: interior design, travel, and her new beauty secret...

Season 11 Premier! Curiosity Over Shame: Katie’s Comeback Story

A Very Merry Inbetween-isode!