Feeling overwhelmed with work, family, and home responsibilities? You’re not alone. Finding ways to stay organized as a busy working mom can make all the difference in maintaining your sanity and balance.
Any working mom will agree that juggling family, work, and everything in between is a near-impossible task.
If you’re looking to improve your organizational skills, you’ve come to the right place. This article covers some of the most effective yet simple ways to bring balance into your life and keep your sanity.
Make a Weekly Plan
Planning ahead is one of the best strategies to save a lot of stress. So, take a few minutes every weekend to plan your week, including your chores, work tasks, meals, and family activities. Write everything down in a planner or a digital calendar, whatever you’re most likely to look at!
Having a clear plan for the week ahead gives you direction and prevents things from falling through the cracks.
Set Boundaries Between Work and Home Life
In today’s world, work has become such a priority that our employers expect us to clear our schedules for our jobs at any moment’s notice. But that isn’t healthy in any situation, let alone when you’re also juggling your responsibilities as a mom.
To prevent work from bleeding into family time and avoid burning out, you’ll need to set clear boundaries between your work and personal life.
That means making an effort to leave work behind when you’re at home, whether by turning off your work emails and notifications or leaving your phone in your desk drawer.
Get the Family Involved
The idea that moms are solely responsible for taking on all the household chores is outdated and no longer reflects our working society.
To avoid getting lumped with all the housework, delegate household tasks to your other family members. The kids can help with cleaning their rooms or setting the table, and your partner can help with errands or meal prep. Don’t expect them to take initiative—directly asking them for help is much quicker and easier.
Keep Your Car Organized
Your car can quickly become a dumping ground for everything, so you’ll probably have to make a concentrated effort to keep it organized and clean it regularly.
Keep a trash bag or bin in the car to collect wrappers and bills. If the space often smells like your kids’ sports kits or snacks, invest in a decent-quality air freshener to make for a more pleasant drive. A personalized air freshener is a fun option here, as you can hang your favorite photo from your mirror while also masking any bad smells.
Make Time for Yourself
As moms, we spend so much time taking care of everyone else that we forget how important it is to look after ourselves.
Make sure to carve out small moments throughout the day for self-care, even if you only have time to read for 10 minutes or have a cup of tea. Giving yourself some time to recharge (and no, scrolling on social media doesn’t count) will help you stay balanced and focused.
How to Stay Organized and Sane as a Busy Working Mom
These tips should give you a good headstart if you’re looking to better organize your life as a busy working mom. But remember that not everything will go according to plan, and that’s okay!
Be flexible with your schedule and adapt as needed. Life is unpredictable, and it’s important to have a mindset that’s open to changes, so you’re less stressed and can better handle the unexpected.
Jessi is the creative mind behind The Coffee Mom, a popular blog that combines parenting advice, travel tips, and a love for all things Disney. As a trusted Disney influencer and passionate storyteller, Jessi’s authentic insights and relatable content resonate with readers worldwide.