12 TIPS FOR MOTHERS AT HOME TO BE MORE PRODUCTIVE

Before you were a stay at home mom, you may have thought that spending your days at home with your kids was a dream come true. In many ways, life can be fulfilling and enriched when you spend your days with the little ones you love most. 
However, you may also find that your days are chaotic and even stressful.  You may be looking for a great way to boost productivity. Whether it’s breaking a habit or just doing things differently, here’s how you can be more productive at home.
GET UP BEFORE YOUR KIDS DO: Waking up on your own terms, rather than be woken up by the kids’ instant demands, can drastically improve your day. Set an alarm clock to wake you up with ample time to tend to your personal needs before the kids wake up. You may even be able to enjoy a cup of coffee in peace before chaos sets in.
PREPARE FOR THE DAY: It is best to allow enough time before the kids wake up to get yourself fully prepared for the day. Take a shower, do your hair and even apply makeup. This will help you to feel more relaxed and ready for the day before you get started caring for your kids.
CREATE A TO-DO LIST EACH DAY: There is a seemingly endless list of things for you to do each day, such as getting groceries, visiting the doctor, running errands and more. It helps you maintain a schedule for your day. It is wise to make a to-do list each night before you go to bed so that you know exactly what needs to be done the next day. Let this list guide your activities for the day, and prioritize it so that you know which items can flow through to the next day if necessary.
RECRUIT YOUR KIDS TO HELP: There are many ways little kids can start helping around the house, and you should actively encourage them to do so. For example, even young toddlers can sort socks by matching colors, sizes and shops. They can even put their toys away, unload the pots from the dishwasher and complete other easy tasks.
ENCOURAGE YOUR KIDS TO PLAY INDEPENDENTLY: You may spend ample time playing with your kids and even teaching them different things throughout the day. However, there are times when you need to get adult things done, such as paying bills or calling the utility company, for example. Teach your kids how to play on their own or with their siblings, but always keep them within view of you for their safety.
SET UP DROP-OFF PLAYGROUPS WITH OTHER MOMS: Chances are that you know other moms who also are looking for ways to improve productivity around the house, such as the moms in your kids’ play groups. Talk to these moms about having drop-off play dates, where one mom watches all of the kids for the group. You can set up a regular schedule so that every mom is participating evenly.

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