Whether you work or are a stay-at-home-mom your time is precious. That is why time management is so important. Ironically it is the area most moms struggle the most. There are thousands of amazing free resources out there to help you out. The problem is that you don’t have the time to scour the internet for them. If you had that kind of free time you wouldn’t need the resources to begin with. That’s why I’ve created the ultimate list of time-management resources for you. Find the resources you need itemized by category to save you time and get your job done. My friend, for example, got into a bit of a housing dilemma and decided to hire a skip to move all of the rubbish out of her house. Because believe me it was a real mess! She decided to look into rubbish bin hire and she is really glad she did! It helped he manage everyhing a lot easier.
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To-Do List
Dominating your to-do list doesn’t have to be hard. Find out my 5 easy tips to do it right here.
These tips from Laina at lainaturner.com are fabulous! She has a straight-forward way of kicking your behind in gear and helping you finally get caught up on your to-do list. (Disclaimer: there is some foul language on her site but it is still 100% worth your time to read.)
Let’s be fair. We all get behind sometimes. We take on more than we can handle or it is simply a busy time of year. No matter the reason, Momprenuer on Fire can help. I need number one as a reminder every day.
If there is anyone who knows a little something about the importance of time management it is Sharon at momof6.com! She has 6 tips to help you out and they are all fabulous. Scheduling social media time, anyone? Be inspired by a mom who is truly doing it all.
Sometimes managing your to-do list is as simple as writing it down. If you need a pretty printable to motivate you then check out this free one from Leslie at LambertsLately.com.
Do you have a master to-do list? Find out why you need one as well as how to create it with these awesome tips from Kelli at 3boysandadog.com!
Shonee at hawthorneandmain.com has great points to help you balance your to-do list. Find out about how she uses time-blocking to get it all done.
If you have time to delve in and really explore, these 31 ideas from Raki at outsidetheboxmom.com are inclusive. With so much juicy content you’ll want to pour yourself a glass of wine while you explore all she has to offer here.
Evenings
What I love most about this post from Natalie at refinedroomsllc.com is that she doesn’t just focus on your routine. As a mom you are largely in charge of the entire family’s routines and she includes tips to help you manage them all.
Kara at Everyday Victories has great ideas for your evening to make your mornings better. I struggle the most with her tip for having a set bedtime (and not just for your kids) but it is true that it can seriously makeover your mornings. Get the rest of her tips here.
Mornings
Do you hate getting up early? Maybe you just can’t seem to get to bed early enough to pull it off. Either way, I love this post from Melissa at avirtuouswoman.org because she emphasizes how to create a morning routine that works for you whether that means beating your kids to waking up or not. Only you know what works best for your family and she recognizes that.
This is another great post from Melissa at avirtuouswoman.org that covers structuring your day from morning to night. This is a fantastic resource because she includes how to structure your mornings, your cleaning schedule, and your day with kids. It doesn’t get much better than that.
After School
This awesome resource from Natalie at refinedroomsllc.com is made even better because her tips are paired with an awesome free printable to help keep your kids on track. She covers everything from when they walk in the door to homework time so that your afterschool routine is streamlined and easy.
This idea from Arena at kidsactivitiesblog.com is a little different than all of the others because this is actually a DIY tutorial. However, it is too genius not to include. Kids do fantastic with visual references and this routine clock is perfect for that.
Meal Planning
Here’s another great post from Natalie at refinedroomsllc.com. Not only does she give you a ton of tips for creating a meal planning routine, she also gives you free printables to help you do it. Quickly see your meal options and your weekly meals at a glance.
Just looking for a free printable? Emily at myloveforwords.com has just that. No fuss, no muss, just an easy freebie to get you organized.
These steps from Melissa at avirtuouswoman.org cover everything you need to simplify your meal planning from pantry staples to prioritizing.
Fitness
You’ll notice that there’s only one link under this. Why? Because Heather at divasrunforbling.com pretty much covers it with these 5 tips.
Part of fitting fitness into your schedule is finding a routine/workout that works for you. Find 30 day challenges, playground workouts, and more on DIY Adulation’s fitness board.
Balance
Part of time-management includes finding time to relax and enjoy your family. Unfortunately we don’t always take the time to do it. When that happens, God has a way of forcing you to slow down. Find out what to do when that happens.
Another important strategy in managing your time is being organized. It’s hard to get you to-do list done when you’re spending all of your time looking for things you need. These 6 tips from Sharon at momof6.com make it easy to implement organizational systems that save you time.
Why is it that the first thing that always gets cut is taking care of yourself when you run out of time? That is why you need to read this post from Ash at quirkyinspired.com. She will convince you that you can’t be your best if you don’t take care with some me time.
This post from Andrea at tablerpartyoftwo.com is more about how she uses her created planner to organize her life. However, I’m including it because she offers a free daily planner printable that is seriously inclusive. It includes all of the components you need to have your day organized at your fingertips.
I love how Kara at Everyday Victories phrases saying no at “defending your time” because that is truly what it is. Your time is a gift but moms often treat it as an obligation that we owe to other. If you need tips for how to say no then you don’t want to miss her strategies.
Although this post from Cristi at thekeeperofthememories.com is geared towards bloggers, the advice is sound for any work-at-home mom. These are great strategies to knock-out your work and still have time to spend time with your family.
Timing is everything when it comes to time management. I have found that this one secret is perfect to help your whole family manage time effortlessly.
Tips and Planners
My planner is seriously my lifeline. It helps me manage my time and my to-do list. Part of why it is so effective is because of how I organize it. These tips will tell you why it’s important and how to do it.
A routine is an easy way to make sure you accomplish everything you need to in one day. Find out why this is (and how to do it) with this post from Melissa at a virtuouswoman.org.
This is another post that covers the basics of getting your life organized. Think of it like a mini-crash course in routine, organization, and time-management. Number 6 from Kara at Everyday Victories is my favorite but they are all fantastic!
Crazy days are inevitable but this tip from Momprenuer on Fire is fantastic. The best part is that it is way easier than you think.
What does it mean to plan your life without losing your sole? It means that you need to plan it all, not just work and vacations. Find out more and get a free printable to help from Debbie at debbiesinshape.com.
Erin from erinshebish.com points out the importance of delegation along with 5 other amazing tips to master your schedule. Don’t think that you can’t delegate because you’re a stay-at-home mom, either. Your family needs to work together to take care of things. You may be supermom but you still can’t do it alone.
Yes, this link is to Barb’s 2016 printable planner but I’m including it because her free goal setting and to-do list printables are incredible. See all of it over at Second Chance to Dream!
Stop being overwhelmed and feeling like you’re getting nothing accomplished. This list is so inclusive that you can easily find what you need to stay productive as your life and goals evolve. Mom life is hectic but it doesn’t have to cost you a fortune to rock it! Utilize these free resources and be the queen of the playground set. Don’t forget to pin this for later so you can find it when you need more printables or have new tasks to conquer!
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