Every single day as a stay at home mom is different and unique, so keeping a routine can help you tackle work, play, and sanity.
Let’s create a SAHM schedule that will work for real moms in actual homes.
How to Create Your Stay at Home Mom Schedule
Start with your non-negotiables
Be firm on your must-haves before planning out your schedule. You can do this by starting from the most essential tasks and working down.
For example:
- Are your and the children’s needs already met, i.e., for meals, sleep, and hygiene?
- How about your chores like laundry and light cleaning?
- How do you fill your own cup? When does that happen?
Work with your natural energy
Find out what kind of productive persona you have. Are you the one who works well under pressure?
Are you a morning person? Front-load important tasks.
Night owl? Save the more challenging things for when the kids go to bed.
Make timing work for you—set up high-energy activities when you’re most alert and capable of knocking out those tasks.
Insert buffer times
Either you have flexibility in life, or you have kids. Here are some ways to better prepare for your days of chaos:
- Insert a 15-30 minute buffer in-between activities.
- Plan for transitions.
- Expect interruptions.
- If you can, keep an hour in your day for catching up.
Use chunks of time to establish your routine
It’s self-explanatory as it is! I recommend using the following bite-sized segments:
- Morning routine
- Mid-morning activities
- Lunch and quiet time
- Afternoon activities
- Evening routine
- Bedtime sequence
My Example of a Successful Day in The Life of a Stay at Home Mom
This is a flexible outline that you can adjust to suit your family:
Checklist for getting started
You may already have a few rough ideas about your potential schedule. But, like any new thing, it might get overwhelming soon.
To steer clear from giving up midway, remember these tips:
- Start gradually with a single new routine.
- Allow for 2-3 weeks of adjustment time.
- Stay flexible and adjust your routine based on daily needs.
- Consider your schedule as a guideline, not a jail.
Conclusion
A schedule is meant to serve you, so do not let it be a source of stress. It doesn’t have to be perfect.
In time, your schedule will also evolve as children grow up and their needs change.
The secret is discovering what works for your household setup and being flexible enough to adjust as needed.
To recap, begin with the basics and do them consistently. This could involve setting regular mealtimes, bedtime routines, and dedicated time for learning and play.
Cut yourself some slack as you establish what will simplify your stay at home mom schedule.
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