As a mom of two, I have discovered throughout the years some simple but effective ways to make life easier and more manageable. Here are my top recommendations.
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Household Responsibilities
Secondhand Shopping
Memory Making
Mental Health
Health
Household Responsibilities
There are so many things that just must be done. Here are my suggestions to make those task simpler.
Meal planning doesn’t have to be hard. I love this washable meal planner and grocery list maker from GWJ.
Washable Meal Plan and Grocery List — give with joy
Staying organized is important as a mom. I love this bucket list calendar from GWJ as it helps me stay organized and encourages fun and meaningful activities as a family as well.
Bucket List Calendar — give with joy
Need a simple, app-based way to meal planner? I love Anchovy!
Anchovy App: The Best Recipe Storage & Meal Planning App
I love using Habitica to gamify my life and help me stay on top of simple things.
Habitica - Gamify Your Life
I love being able to see what is coming in our mail every day. You can also set up holds on your mail of parcel pick up with the portal.
Informed Delivery
I love using the Fetch app. Scanning receipts turns into cash for gift cards. It is simple and so worthwhile.
Use my code H2DPJ to sign up.
Fetch | America's Rewards App | Get Free Gift Cards
I am a huge fan of King Soopers delivery or pickup. The amount of time and stress I save with this shortcut is amazing!
King Soopers Delivery or Pickup
Laundry is the bane of my existence. I love these dryer balls and this small business.
Dryer Wool Ball
Get discounts on things you already buy!
Join me on Aisle - we both get $5! 💸
Secondhand Shopping
I am obsessed with secondhand sourcing and shopping. It can feel overwhelming though. So, here are my suggestions.
I love shopping secondhand with Mercari. Sign up with my referral code (ZPSPMJ).
Secondhand Shopping - Mercari
I love shopping secondhand with Poshmark. Sign up with my referral code (CORARATTLE) for a discount.
Secondhand Shopping - Poshmark
Practical and reusable! The perfect combo and made by a small business.
Thrift It List, reusable shopping list for thrifting — give with joy
Memory Making
Let’s be honest, life goes by fast. Here are some ways to capture those moments to look back on later.
I love documenting our family’s life through the 1 Second Everyday app. It’s simple to use and enjoyable.
1 Second Everyday
My go-to app for setting up party invites. So many cute designs are available and everything can be customized.
Paperless Post
A simple and easy way to develop images into memories to share or look back on.
Chatbooks
The sweetest way to document your growing kiddo(s)! I love this small business.
Birthday Q & A Card — give with joy
I purchase regularly from GWJ and the best bang for your buck is through the membership!
Gift and Stationery Free Shipping Membership — give with joy
We love walking to local little free libraries or visiting them on vacation. There is also an app.
Take a Book. Share a Book. - Little Free Library
Mental Health
Our mental health as moms matter. Here are some of the resources I love to support my body and brain.
Using Brick has been so valuable for my mental health. I love being able to turn off apps and notifications with solid boundaries.
Brick — Take Back Control of Your Screen Time
Feel overwhelmed? Me too. I love the Pause App for mindfulness based on faith.
The Pause App
Mental health matters. So, I am grateful for apps like Calm that provide mindfulness and sleep support.
Calm Health
Our Ring camera set up brings a huge sense of peace of mind. As a work from home mom, I am a big fan!
Home Security Cameras - Indoor & Outdoor
Super valuable for developing new habits. I love this and their reusable version. Made by a small business in Colorado.
Habit Tracker for Desk — give with joy
Great to have on hand for sending notes to others to spark joy.
Stationery Kit to Send More Cards — give with joy
Excellent for practicing gratitude as an individual or family.
I am Thankful for... Digital Download Placemats — give with joy
I’ve started adding these to my arsenal on days that I know will be stressful.
The Good Patch Relax Plant-Based Vegan Wellness Patch - 4ct
Health
Scheduling all of the appointments for the kids often takes priority. Here’s how I support myself.
Caring for yourself and getting quality sleep is so important. I love my Oura Ring as she helps me focus on those things simply.
Oura Ring
My go-to site for supplements. I love the fast shipping and affordable prices.
