In most households, mornings are hectic. Everyone is going in a different direction and has different needs. Take care of some of the chaos by doing things the night before.

Check your calendar for tomorrow’s events, and choose what you’ll wear and what you’ll need for the day. This goes for the kids, too. If your clothes aren’t clean or pressed, you have time to take care of it. Lay out your clothes.

Pack for the day. And do it the night before. Backpacks, library books, instruments, sports gear, permission slips, homework. What do the kids need? Now you – briefcase, tote bag, gym bag (yes, you!), and whatever you need for your errands.

For lunches, put together as much as you can while you’re preparing or cleaning up dinner.

Make time for breakfast – the most important meal of the day. Crockpot oatmeal, French toast/waffles/pancakes made ahead and frozen, or smoothies are all easy and quick.

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