5 Time Management Hacks for Busy Moms
>> Apr 9, 2019
Being
a parent is more than just a label, it’s a full-time job. There’s a laundry
list of duties and roles you take on as a parent. This is especially true for
mothers, which makes it very difficult to schedule time for yourself during the
day. Consistent self-care practices are crucial for taking care of yourself and
your family. If you feel like you’ve been short on time, here are some ways you
can manage your time to fit in all the necessities!
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Find what’s taking up too much of
your time
Do you
ever tell yourself something will only take a moment and then find yourself
sitting there an hour later wondering where the time has gone? These are your
“time wasters.” Instead of trying to fit in little tasks throughout your day,
try blocking out a set amount of time to specifically do these things. It also
can be a good idea to sign up for subscriptions to products that you know
you’ll need every month. You can get subscriptions for anything from anti-aging
skin care products to meal prep kits. It’ll take out the hassle of
having to remember to reorder them. This will keep you more focused and
organized throughout the week.
Determine what your actual
obligations are
There’s
a difference between being obligated and feeling
obligated to do something. Take a moment to reflect on your schedule before
giving a definitive answer when asked to participate in an event or
extra-curricular. Do you have the time to go? Is it required that you attend or
even make an appearance? If the answer is no, don’t feel guilty about
declining. It’s essential that you prioritize what’s important and to not
over-commit yourself.
Congregate your errands
One of
the worst time wasters is when you’re running errands that are taking you in
several different directions. If you know you have a lot of errands to
accomplish in a week, try breaking your list up, and organize your trips into
groups depending on their location. If the grocery store, craft stores, and gas
stations are all close together but the mall and the book store are further
away, break these tasks up. Accomplish one cluster of errands on one day, and
the remaining ones on another day. You’ll waste so much less time driving back
and forth and you’ll feel a lot less stressed. Scheduling these trips around
play dates or even naptime can also save you a lot of time and hassle.
Block out some “me” time
To be
the best parent you can be, you’ll need some personal time designated just for
you. This time can be spent however you’d like. You can read a book, listen to
some music, go out for a walk, or even do nothing at all. There are so many things for moms to do during your “me” time.
This time is important for allowing you to decompress and gain some clarity
through all of the chaos. Find moments each day for yourself and take extra
time before or following a hectic day.
Delegate your tasks
It’s
easy to get stuck in the mindset that things are just easier if you do them
yourself. It saves you the time of having to explain how to do the task and
ensures that it’s done right. However, this doesn’t necessarily mean this is
the best method for accomplishing all of your duties and projects. Let go of
the misconception that everything needs to be perfect, and instead, allow those around you to help by delegating.
Designate tasks to your kids so that they can learn to be independent as well
as help ease your burden. Start with small jobs such as taking out the garbage
each week or helping with dinner. Split more complicated tasks down the middle
with your partner. This will not only free up more of your time, but it also
will keep you from becoming resentful toward your significant other who may not
be doing their part.
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