Tag: organization
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Navigating the Chaos of the School Year: An Honest Account
Get Pregnant Fast As I dive into the third week of managing a kindergartner and a preschooler, I find myself reflecting on what has been an intense whirlwind of morning routines. With a schedule that could rival a NASA launch, I’ve somehow managed to reduce our morning chaos to 41 steps. If you’re looking for…
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The 8 Stages of Moving for Moms
Get Pregnant Fast Moving can be a daunting task on its own, but toss in four kids and eight years of accumulated belongings, and it might just drive a mom to her breaking point. I’ve found myself in various states of despair—whether curled up in the closet or sprawled on the floor—depending on the day’s…
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Where Do You Stand on the Mom Tidiness Scale?
Get Pregnant Fast Ah, tidiness—a topic that can spark a friendly debate among mothers. Let’s face it: some of us tend to be a bit messy, and that’s okay! I’ve always struggled with maintaining a clean space, a fact that often felt more shameful for me as a woman than it would for a man.…
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10 Hilarious Mistakes to Avoid When Organizing for Back-to-School
Get Pregnant Fast As the back-to-school season approaches, it’s time to dust off those backpacks and get ready for another whirlwind year filled with assignments, after-school activities, and the infamous school supply scramble. While many parents are busy prepping their kids for the coming year, here are ten tongue-in-cheek tips to not organize for school.…
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Transforming One Decluttering Project into Twenty in 387 Manageable Steps
Get Pregnant Fast Ah, springtime—when the urge to declutter and reorganize hits with full force. As the season faded into summer, I found myself engulfed in activities like swim team obligations and various camps, all while promising my daughter, Emma, that I would tackle the mess on my desk. “There’s just never enough time!” I…
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10 Insights on Raising a Large Family
Get Pregnant Fast When my partner, Jake, and I first began our journey together, the idea of having a large family was far from our minds. If either of us had mentioned wanting a sizable brood, the other might have bolted! Fast forward to today, and we find ourselves reveling in the joys of parenting…
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8 Common Pitfalls I Encountered When Returning to Work
Get Pregnant Fast After taking a five-year hiatus to care for my children, I decided it was time to re-enter the workforce. While those years at home were filled with joy, stepping back into a professional environment added new layers of complexity to our family life. The initial weeks and even months were overwhelming, primarily…
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Why I Can’t Simply Ignore Housework
Get Pregnant Fast As a new parent navigating the challenges of life with an infant, I often hear the advice to “sleep when the baby sleeps” and to “let the housework slide.” Both phrases have been thoroughly dissected in various parenting circles, often with a mix of humor and reason. The idea behind “letting the…
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Life Hacks for Busy Moms: Simple Solutions for Everyday Challenges
Get Pregnant Fast As a mom, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the never-ending tasks of parenting. While there are countless life hacks floating around on the internet, I’ve compiled a list of practical tips that have truly helped me navigate the chaos of motherhood. Here are 21 straightforward hacks for busy moms looking to…
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Help! I Married a Pack Rat
Get Pregnant Fast When I first crossed paths with my husband, he resided in a charming one-bedroom flat that sparkled with cleanliness. I was convinced he was a minimalist! Little did I know, I missed the hidden storage unit that held the key to his true nature. There were subtle signs of his pack rat…