Multitasking Tips for Busy Moms
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Let me tell you a little story. A few weeks back, my husband, two children, and I flew to visit grandma and grandpa. On our way home, my husband decided that he wanted to save $10 on a luggage cart. So off we went hauling 2 tired children, 2 car seats, 3 backpacks, 7 bags, and a stroller to our car. The only problem was that my husband forgot where we had parked. 45 minutes later and we were still a sight to be seen searching for our car.
Looking for our car, I was carrying my screaming newborn, trying to keep my two-year-old entertained, holding a bag with one hand and pushing my stroller with the other; little did I know this was just the beginning to life as a multitasking mom. With two kiddos under the age of three, my life sometimes feels like a one-handed juggling act. Although I find myself multitasking like never before, I’ve managed to stumble upon a few tips and tricks that allow me to complete multiple tasks while still focusing on what really matters.
Multitasking Tips for Busy Moms
Wear your baby: My little girl LOVES to be held. Although I wish I could sit around all day and just hold her, I have many tasks that I need to complete each day. I find that when I wear my baby in a front pack, this allows me to have at least one free hand to play with my son, get the dishes done, etc. all while still maintaining that closeness with my little girl.
Clean with your kids: Keep your kids entertained AND pick up the house by involving your children during cleaning time. Make cleaning fun by creating fun cleaning games; racing to see who can pick up their toys the fastest, making designs with the window cleaner while wiping it down, etc.
Exercise as a family: Burn a few extra calories while spending time with your loved ones by going on family walks, bike rides, hikes, etc. If nothing else, head outside and play on the playground or start a game of tag.
Prioritize: I find that I can’t focus on the important things in life when I have begrudging tasks hanging over me. I find that when I complete my least favorite tasks first, I’m able to accomplish my other tasks quicker and worry-free.
Although life can be quite stressful and overwhelming, as the Sisterhood of Motherhood Campaign reminds us, we are all in this together. Setting judgement aside, as mothers, we can encourage and uplift each other.
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How do you multitask as a busy mom?
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Well i have two so when i can get the kids to help out it makes my job a lot easier.
I remember wearing my son when I was working from home and nursing him as a baby, it really helped me to get work done while still enjoying my little bundle of joy!
That story still makes me chuckle! Being a mom is quote the feat some days! I feel like sometimes everything needs done at once.
I had to join a gym with a daycare center, otherwise I never would get to work out with my two young’uns!
thanks for sharing such great tips. it looks like you guys were enjoying each other so much.
These are great tips. I think exercising together is a great idea. I like to keep a big calendar on the fridge to remind me when things are coming up.
I always try to get the kids involved as much as i can. They love to help in the kitchen. I do not know what i would do if i could not multitask.
I have become a great multitasker since i became a Mom. Having the kids involved with the chores is a great way to help get things done.
These are great tips. My friend wears her baby and it is a huge help for her. With two kids under three you must be great at multitasking.
These are some great ideas! Sometimes it can be very hard to multitask, but when you’re a mother you know you usually have to. I’m always doing a ton of things at once.
These ideas will help a lot when you have kids but have lots of work to do. I like the idea of exercising as a family.
I’m always am multitasking. I get behind more times then I should.
When it comes to being a parent, multi tasking is a must. I get my kids to help me clean all the time!
I used to travel from Europe with my two kids (1 & 2). First, I told them they could NOT leave the seats where we were, so they thought they were confined to that area. Second, I brought them a backpack each of “New to them” toys and such and they could have something new every hour or so. It helped!
Keeping kids involved int eh task you are doing is a great way to multi-task! I’ve done that 2 kids under age 3. It’s quite a challenge! hang in there!
I can cook, clean and blog at the same time. I just do a little of each I between everything.
Learning to prioritize and multitask was one of the first things I had to learn as a mom. I like the idea of babywearing, but it wasn’t a big thing when my kiddo were born.
I can totally related to your story – esp the part about trying to save money on the luggage cart. We made that mistake before and decided the $10 is worth it.
The biggest thing I do as a busy mom is to stay on top of my work. There’s no room for procrastination when you’ve got deadlines and kids.
As a mom of multiple fur babies, I’ve learned that almost any job can be done while throwing a ball! =D
It’s utterly amazing how many tasks we can manage at once, am I right? Btw, I know it wasn’t funny at the time but I sure laughed at the idea of wandering around for 45 minutes. Mainly because that sort of thing totally happens to me!