Let’s face it: I wouldn’t exactly label myself an organized mom. I often joke, “We’re just barely hanging on,” especially after I dropped my daughter off at a birthday party thirty minutes late because I misread the time on my calendar. So when I stumble upon articles with titles like “12 Things Organized Moms Do,” I can’t help but feel a bit of self-inflicted guilt for not being the perfect parent.
Imagine my surprise when I realized I actually do quite a few of those things! Could I be an organized mom after all? If that’s the case, why am I still juggling a chaotic life? Here’s my take on the list:
- Use Your Smartphone for Organization
I’m all in! My Google calendar is filled with the kids’ schedules and mine, syncing right into my iPhone. I set reminders and check it often—though I still manage to enter times incorrectly, hence the late arrival at that birthday bash. - Avoid Using Your Phone for Entertainment
Is not having games on your phone a sign of organization? I call shenanigans! - Handle Mail Promptly
I’ve got this one down! Junk mail heads straight to the trash. If I’m at my computer, I pay bills immediately, though my quick email replies often lead to a flurry of follow-up messages. I may be enjoying that dramatic send button a bit too much. - Plan Meals
It’s a good idea to have a loose plan for the week, but my husband usually takes the lead on cooking. He often approaches me around 6:45 PM asking, “What’s for dinner?” I can’t complain too much, though, because I love suggesting takeout. - Stay on Top of Laundry
We manage our adult laundry well, but the kids? They wear ten times more outfits than we do. My son is perpetually out of appropriate PE pants, and my daughter never seems to have enough clean pajamas. - Schedule Morning Doctor Appointments
I’ve been doing this for years without realizing it was a strategy. Score one for me! - Get Up Early
I wake up at least 20 minutes before the family. It sounds like a martyr thing to do, but I find it incredibly helpful. By the time the kids are awake, I’ve showered, dressed, and made coffee. Totally worth the lost sleep. - Organize School Stuff the Night Before
I like to think I’m teaching my kids responsibility by making them organize their school items, but let’s be real; I’m just lazy. But hey, it works! - Get Your Own Stuff Ready Too
Where’s the fun in that? - Book Sitters in Advance
I’ve got a go-to list of sitters, including first-string and backup options, so I’m definitely on top of this. - Keep Devices Charged
I’m all about having chargers everywhere and always check my devices. My son, however, thinks 13% battery life is acceptable—then he’s shocked when his phone dies. - Utilize Autopay Where Possible
Confession: Autopay makes me anxious. I only use it for the mortgage and car payment. The rest? I prefer to manually approve. It just feels sneaky otherwise. But I guess I still get a pass on the essentials.
So, why do I check off so many boxes on this organizational list yet still forget to send my daughter’s Brownie vest to school? What gives?
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Summary
Despite attempting to embrace the habits of organized moms, chaos still reigns in my household. Juggling schedules, meals, and laundry can feel overwhelming, even when I check off several organizational strategies. The struggle is real, but it’s all part of the parenting adventure!