Mom Routines to Make Life Easier
Mom routines can make everyday life easier. Whether you’re a working mom, stay at home mom or single mom, routines and schedules can make a difference in how your days go.
Because being a mom is challenging, right?
According to one survey, 97% of millennial moms say they experience mom burnout at least some of the time.
Working outside the home (or from home) can add to the stress. But creating routines can help you calm the chaos.
That doesn’t mean you need to plan out every single minute of every day. Routines are more about creating structure and rhythms than micromanaging down to the second.
The best routines for moms are the ones that help you:
- Be more productive
- Stay organized
- Stress less
- Be a happier mom
Are you ready to start some daily and weekly routines to feel happier at home?
Today, I’m sharing some of the best routines for busy moms to manage your home, time and life.
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Why Create Mom Routines?
If you’re wondering why you should go to the trouble of creating routines as a mom, here’s a really simple answer.
Routines are good for you, in more ways than one.
Research suggests that having a routine can help you:
- Feel more relaxed
- Have lower levels of stress
- Experience anxiety less often
- Reduce your risk for heart disease and other serious health issues
Routines create a sense of familiarity so you have a plan to follow for each day.
When you don’t have a routine to go by, it’s easier to feel disoriented. That can lead to overwhelm, which can lead to mom burnout.
Mom burnout can cause irritability, trouble sleeping, emotional and physical exhaustion. And that’s probably not the kind of mom you want to be.
Having routines isn’t a magic cure for the stresses of being a mom. But they can make the day to day challenges easier to manage.
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Stay at Home Mom Routines
Being a stay-at-home mom has its perks, including being able to be there for your kids.
But it’s not easy, especially when you’re trying to juggle cleaning with taking care of kids, running errands and doing all the other mom stuff.
As a work-at-home mom with a teen and tween, it’s a little easier since my kids don’t need me as much.
But once upon a time, I was a stay at home mom of a toddler and a newborn. So I know all about the daily mom struggles that go along with raising littles.
If you’re in that season of motherhood where your kids rely on you for everything, these mom routines can help you stay organized.
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Working Mom Routines
Being a working mom can add to the responsibilities you have to deal with each day.
And working from home isn’t necessarily easier than working outside the home, especially if your kids are with you all day.
These mom routines can help you manage the demands of working mom life.
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Daily Mom Routines
Some routines can help you stay on track whether you’re a stay at home mom, working mom or single mom.
Anything that can save you time (or help you make the most of the time you have) is a good thing.
Try these routines for staying organized each day.
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Cleaning Routines for Moms
Keeping your house neat and tidy when you have messy kids can feel like mission impossible most days.
Introducing some cleaning routines can help you keep your house from looking like a bomb went off.
And having routines for cleaning can make it feel like less of a chore. Which is perfect if you’re a busy mom who hates to clean.
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Home Management Routines for Moms
Running a home means keeping it clean, organized and clutter-free. And you also have to plan the meals, pay the bills and keep up with maintenance.
It’s easy to lose track of tasks when you don’t have routines for managing them.
So give these tips a try for staying on top of home management.
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Self Care Routines for Moms
Self care is something most moms need but don’t make time for.
And self care for moms doesn’t have to mean a fancy spa visit or getting your nails done. Sometimes, the best medicine can be something as simple as alone time.
If you don’t have a regular self care routine, these tips can help you prioritize making time for yourself.
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Routines for Kids
Routines can be a good thing for kids, too.
In fact, routines can impact childhood development and influence the way kids approach the world.
If you want to raise independent, resilient kids then having routines can help.
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Best Course for Creating Family Routines
If you’re struggling to come up with the best stay at home mom routine or working mom routine, there’s an amazing resource that can help.
It’s a course called Family Routines and it’s run by Hilary Erickson at Pulling Curls.
Hilary created this course because once upon a time, she was a completely disorganized mom. And she learned that routines are the answer for creating a stress-free home life.
If you’re interested in learning how to:
- Establish and maintain daily routines
- Keep your home clean and clutter-free
- Plan your days with fewer hassles
- Stop the overwhelm and enjoy being a mom
Then Family Routines could be just what you need.
You can check out the course here to learn more about how Hilary has helped millions of moms to makeover their home lives.
Final thoughts on routines for moms
Creating routines is a must for managing busy mom life.
When you have routines in place, the days seem to go more smoothly. And you’re less likely to be thrown off-course if your day gets disrupted.
These tips can help you start creating the mom routines you need to feel more organized at home.
If you’re interested in more ways to organize your life, be sure to check out my favorite busy mom resources.