High Five Motherhood | Routines, Schedules, Time Blocking, Home, Organization, Self Care, Mom Life

82. ***ALL NEW*** Quick Tip Tuesdays start today! - How to eliminate decision fatigue by doing these 4 things every weekend!

1. Menu plan 4 meals a day for everyday this week 

     Pro tip! Keep it simple and let go of perfectionism! Don't forget to include leftovers, cereal and freezer waffles! It's ok to not have a four course meal every dinner - plan out a few quick and easy meals for those unexpected busy weeknights. Hint - we have a printable for this! Check out the blog (http://www.highfivemotherhood.com) for our week at a glance printable that will help you win your week before it begins!

2. Choose outfits for the week for you and your littles. Pro tip! Roll up baby and toddler clothes in outfits with underwear or diaper for quick outfit changes during busy mornings! Ask the older kiddos to help dress the younger ones, this rolling method also makes it easier for them to help their siblings quickly as well. Hint: that means laundry needs to be done before the weekend. Well, just have at least 7 matching outfits washed, dried, rolled and ready to go. Maybe add a few extra outfits in there incase of spills or blowouts! Remember - you don't have to eat the whole elephant at once, just one bite at a time. If you can't get ALL the laundry in the house cleaned before the weekend...that's ok! We aren't looking for perfection...just do what you can, when you can. Focus on washing at least 7 or so outfits for you and your kiddos, so you have something to work with for next week. 

3. Empty & clean out, refill & reorganize your purse, diaper bag, backpack, gym bag, car console, etc. Pro tip! Think ahead - what does your schedule look like for next week? Errands or on the go? Pack snacks for you and your toddlers in your bags. Going to church? Pack a bag filled with quiet activities like coloring pages, books, and simple snacks. Going to the gym? Fill your water bottle, pack a protein bar, pack a change of clothes and get ready bag if you get showered and ready at the gym...etc. Think ahead, make a plan, pack accordingly. Plan ahead for less stress. 

4. Bonus tip! Refill & restock all the things! The toilet paper, hand soaps, paper towels, pads/tampons, diapers/wipes, after school snacks, lunch packing station ( check out episode 80 for back to school tips on after school routines and organization systems for students), etc. Restock the sanitizing wipes, diapers and baby wipes in the car, maybe the diaper trash bags, snacks and waters in the car console, tissues, etc. 

***FREE STUFF***

-Podcast - Hey Mamas! We have some exciting news! We are officially putting out two new episodes every week! Episodes will come out every Tuesday and Thursday - Tuesdays are our Quick tip days (aka shorter episodes - "mini-sodes") and Thursdays are normal length episode days. 

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-HFM Productivity Planner (6 month) - Amazon, Vervante Bookstore (online)

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79. The "Thrivin' 5" After School Routine - My simple 5 step system that will cut out the CHAOS & create more CALM at home.

Main points: (listen to episode for more details)

1. Drop off station/Mudroom system

2. Snacktime system

3. Decompression/transition system

4. Lunch packing system

5. Work Hard, Play hard system - Homework, Reading, typing, skill practice & outdoor play!

***Free Stuff!***

Instagram - follow us @highfivemotherhood - click on link in bio for more!

Website/blog - check out our blog! http://www.highfivemotherhood.com (free printables available!)

Facebook - follow us at High Five Motherhood Mamas group!

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Happy Listening!

Kim 

Back to school Thrive Tribe series - the morning routine every Mom needs to THRIVE!

Main take aways: 

1. Take care of yourself spiritually

2. Take care of your physical body & surroundings

3. Take care of your emotional well-being

4. Take care of yourself mentally

5. Take care of the social part of you

Want more details? Go ahead, pop those ear buds in and give today's episode a listen! Enjoy the show!

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74. 30 day digital detox challenge

How to break up with your phone

How to let go of your screen addictions - yes, for everyone in your house...not just the kids!

What to do instead of screen time

How to gain more mental clarity and get your priorities squared away again!

72. Summer road trip & travel hacks for families! Main take aways from this episode: 1. create a packing checklist for each child 2. Layout all items on bed for Mom to check  3. Roll up outfits by day/activity 4. Pack accessories or other small items in mesh pouches or ziplocks *****Amazon link*******Mesh Pouches:  5. Pack grocery or garbage bags in each suitcase for dirty laundry  6. Each child gets 1 blanket & 1 jacket for car ride 7. Each child gets 1 small bag or backpack for trip entertainment. Their "activity bag" 8. Each child gets one snack bag to fill with 2-4 snacks per day on vacay with their name on it 9. Everyone brings their own reusable insulated water bottle filled with ice. *****Amazon link*******Iron flask water bottles: 10. Each child is responsible for their own belongings - whatever they carry in they carry out.

***LINKS***

Ironflask waterbottles - Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B007BF7BUY?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_KSA7E3PN8FJK2HGEW7A8

Mesh pouches (zip top) - Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B007BF7BUY?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_KSA7E3PN8FJK2HGEW7A8

free printable - http://www.highfivemotherhood.com