My favorite options when the kid isn’t sleeping and I’m just too tired to function and still have to stand in front of the classroom or stay awake through meetings 🥱
Plus one bonus rec to make the day go better!
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Drinks
Okay I know tea isn’t enough when you didn’t sleep! But I have to start with tea, coffee first thing gives me heartburn.
Adagio has lots of fun teas, this black tea blend is so tasty, not too bitter, and still tastes good if I don’t get a chance to ...
Ceylon Sonata Tea | Single-Estate Ceylon Black Tea from ...
This is my current favorite regular coffee of if I choose hot coffee as my caffeine delivery system! Partner’s has a lot of good options if you like a different flavor profile
Colombia - El Ramo
Is it just me, or do bubbles make you feel more awake?
Just a little caffeine, but enough to get me through afternoon meetings without totally destroying my sleep. And it’s water, so it’s hydrating! I always forget to drink my water…
WAVA Water Lemon Ice
It took me a while to jump on the cold brew train, because IMO coffee should be hot. But you know what? It’s delicious, and so much faster than actually making coffee.
My favorite way to drink it is mixed with a protein shake. Which is another reaso...
Protein. Caffeine. Delicious.
Because sometimes drinking more coffee or tea just isn’t it. Easier to toss in a bag or slip into a pocket for later, no worrying about spills or leaky mugs.
Chocolate Espresso Protein Bars
The peanut butter flavor? Incredible. The mocha might be even better.
Saw these at the deli, and loved that I could eat all 3 for a full cup of coffee worth of caffeine, or just 1 or 2 for a little boost later in the day.
I’ve been using this tea ball for years! It’s super durable, easy to twist to fill and empty - which makes cleaning easy, and I love being able to buy loose leaf tea instead of tea bags!
OXO Brew Twisting Ball Tea Infuser
Add a reusable mesh filter and this is such a low waste way to make coffee! A little more work than a drip machine, but you get to play with how hot your water is and how long you steep for…who doesn’t love an excuse to try more coffee!
AeroPress Original Coffee & Espresso Maker
We’ve had a Capresso burr grinder for more than 10 years - it still works great! Trust me, the extra few minutes to grind your own beans is worth it! Adjustable grind size!
My kid used to love helping me measure the beans, sniff them, then turn the ...
Coffee Grinders
🌟Bonus!
🌟Bonus rec: L-theanine!
I am not your doctor, please talk to a medical professional before taking any supplements.
If you can take it, l-theanine has really helped me avoid that buzzy brain feeling too much caffeine can bring. Look, still be caref...