The best morning routine ideas for stay at home moms.

From beginning to end, let’s just be frank with each other.

 

Motherhood is hard. Probably one of the hardest things to do.

 

Whether you are a stay at home mom, work from home, or work outside of the home mom, if you are a mom then you know it isssss haaaard.

 

Hence the reason Google has thousands of searching per month for:

• Morning routines for Stay at home moms

• Stay at home mom schedules 

• Mom schedules with toddlers and infants

 

I always thought it was just me.

When I was working full time, I would think about all the things I could be doing for my family if I had the time at home.

 

But now that I am here as a stay at home mom and available 24/7 (big sigh) I sometimes think about those long commute drives I use to have to take and somehow I miss the alone time to think the day through.

 

I miss the stillness in the vehicle on the road with no one able to move due to bumper to bumper traffic. Crazy, right?

I mean seriously… who misses full on constant commutes?!

 

A mom that craves stillness, need structure, and desires a moment of freedom, that’s who?! lol

Being a full time mom is something I love, love, love but just like anything else you put effort into, you have to find your groove or everyday can become demanding and overwhelming.

 

Structure, consistency, and finding what works for the family can relieve a big load to you as a Stay at home Mom.

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Over the past few years, I have learned to take tips from other moms out there of what can help my days as a SAHM  go a bit smoother and less…… let me think of a politely word…. Less havoc!

 

I am not going to sit here and tell you now my days are perfect…. I told you I was going to be frank but a lot of these tips that I took in has truly helped over the years. Without them, my mommy sanity would have been lost.

 

It is best to start your day off with your best stay at home mom tips.

The way we start our day can seriously change our entire mood, atmosphere, and outlook of what’s next for the day.

 

Kiss the kids:

This always changes the way I start the day with my kids. It makes them happy which makes me happy. Occasionally, I wake up to one of them grabbing my face to kiss me. How can that not give you the best morning ever?!

 

Open the window blinds throughout the home-

Take in that sunlight. Even if it is not sunny, staring at nature from where you are is huge for  adults and kids. Nature is known to relieve stress, no matter if it is sunny or raining.

 

Make the bed –

I once read that making our beds first thing in the morning leads to better productivity for the rest of the day. It helps us to feel like we are ready to make the day happen. Depending on the morning, my little ones will help me make my bed or after brushing teeth and washing my face, this is something I will quickly do. It’s not always a perfect bed made but by doing this I do gain energy to continue to tidy up as I walk through the home.

Form of Worship –

I know many recommend to pray, read the bible, and meditate first thing in the morning. I highly recommend this too but sometimes I do not get that chance in the morning. Reading late night works best for me, however I do strongly believe connecting with the Lord first thing in the morning is the best way to improve your days. For us, turning worship music on immediately is best. It allows me to continue on with what is next for the kids but also leads me into praise and worship. About 80% of the time I am urged into prayer. Making coffee and praying is a common thing my kiddos witness me doing.

 

Serve Breakfast – 

Serving breakfast makes the day feel like it has started. I do not usually eat breakfast, it’s just not my thing but I do drink strong coffee so my system is to start the coffee pot and begin the breakfast making for the kids. Since the kids are usually in the kitchen with me asking what we will be eating and how much longer, I try my best to make buy breakfast items that are quick and easy.

 

Have a conversation with your kids –

Through the years, I have learned having conversations with my children in the mornings has really helped. Their entire demeanor changes when I take time to have a three to five minute conversation with them about anything. If my five year old sparks a conversation, I will build from that. Quickly shutting down conversations due to trying to hurry and get the day started can actually lead them to feeling neglected then cranky. When they see they are my priority in the morning, later in the day when I need quiet time, I teach them to respect my time.

 

Create a ‘To Do’ list – 

Sometimes as moms we feel like we do not accomplish much because we may not leave the house or do not have much to do within the home which can lead to many of us becoming bored or even depressed but one thing that can help make us feel like we are accomplishing more in our day is seeing those tasks being checked off of our list. By the end of the day, we get to visually see our day was successful. It gives us a feeling of accomplishment which as a mom and woman, we need to feel this way.

Step outside – 

Oh the feeling of fresh air. So needed! For you and the kids. Even just two minutes whether its hot or cold temperatures outside. Stand on your porch, take a few deep breaths, walk to the mailbox, sit and watch your kids play in the yard for fifteen minutes. Definitely make this a healthy choice to make everyday.

 

Add ‘quiet time’ into your day –

This is different for everyone. For example; my sister and I have completely different versions of when and how quiet time is. She’s a homeschool mom of young school agers. I am a SAHM with toddlers and teens. My quiet time is generally in mid day. Her’s is at night. Their day time is for field trips and fun school projects. She prepares bedtime about 7pm. By 7:45pm, all three kids are in bed. After spending time with her husband then she has her quiet time to watch her favorite show, read, and have her hot tea in peace. She says it’s her favorite time of day. As a for me, my favorite part of the day is during my one and half hour quiet time in the afternoon. I will catch up on things on the blog, read, quick nap, or just sit. Ahhh…. It’s the best.

No matter what time of the day you decide to make your quiet time, just be sure to do it. It can require training your kids for this so be patient and stay consistent. It will all be worth it!

 

Through all the tips you may read or hear about to make your day as a stay at home mom go smooth, the most important thing that I have learned is to do what works for your family! Do not compare. It will distract you to not focus on your household and what can really work for you. Take tips in that makes sense for you and be consistent. Make your routine become a habit. Consistency is essentially what makes it all work.