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February is American Heart Month, and I’ve partn February is American Heart Month, and I’ve partnered with @MedIQCME and Duke Health to raise awareness about atrial fibrillation (AFib), also known as irregular heartbeat which affects 12 million people.My father was diagnosed with AFib and my family has a history of this condition, so I do my best to learn as much as I can about it.

I’ve learned that when the atrium’s squeezing becomes irregular, blood doesn’t flow as smoothly through the heart and clots can form. Those clots can travel to the brain, disrupting the oxygen supply and causing a stroke. People with AFib are at approximately 5 times greater risk for stroke than those with regular heartbeats. Stroke is a leading cause of death and also of serious, long-term disability. It is essential to get to a hospital quickly if you suspect a stroke in yourself or others.Learn the acronym FAST to recognize the signs of stroke: 

F = Face. Ask the person to smile. Does one side of the face droop?

A = Arms. Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward? 

S = Speech. Ask the person to repeat a simple phrase. Is the speech slurred or strange?

T= Time. If you see any of these signs, call 9-1-1 right away.

Take this survey (link in bio) for the chance to win 1 of 5 $100 VISA gift cards—takes less than 10 minutes.

Thanks, @mediqcme, and Duke Heart. Supported by an educational grant from the Bristol Myers Squibb and Pfizer Alliance.
Another flower arranging therapy Reel, this time w Another flower arranging therapy Reel, this time with roses and a little Stevie Wonder. I could do this all day! 🌹 #traderjoes #flowers #roses #therapy #selfcare
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Back to School, Cubicle Life, Featured, Kids & Parenting, Parenting, School Stuff, The 8 yr old, Working Moms · May 30, 2012

Mom Rules: 8 Steps to an Organized & Happy Morning Routine


Mornings can be a hectic time for moms. As the conductors of most morning routines in the household, it is up to us to make sure that everything is done and in order before we step out the house and the kids leave for school or daycare. Lunches have to be prepared, beds have to be made, notes have to be signed, and we still have to make sure that we are dressed and ready to conquer our day as well.

And as chaotic as all of this is, it can be a smooth process. I often feel quite lucky that my mornings are the least chaotic time in my house. That is because I have gotten our morning routine down to a science—the Virgo (and Type A personality) in me has to have order and organization. So I’ve created a foolproof morning method that has worked for my family for years and I want to share it with you.

Here are 8 Steps to an Organized & Happy Morning Routine for your entire family:

1. Prepare at night:

My morning routine is seamless because I do a lot of preparation at night. My daughter’s clothing (including undies, shoes, socks, accessories) are picked out and hung up the night before. Her lunch is also prepared and placed in her lunch box the night before as well. As much as you can do the night before, do it. This will take the guesswork and chaos out of your morning and make you and your family at ease during one of the most hectic times of the day.

2. Laundry day:

Sundays are self appointed laundry days for me. I do all of the laundry (clothing mostly—towels and other things are washed several times a week), and I also iron all of my daughters clothes while watching my Sunday night programs. Doing so allows me to pick out her outfits the night before, which free up my mornings. Everything is washed and cleaned and ironed. It’s a good feeling not to have to conquer that in the morning.

3. Charge and focus:

I have a makeshift charging station on our breakfast nook and all of my electronics go there. So in the morning, before I leave to an appointment or to take my daughter to school (we take turns), I grab my smartphone and tablet and in the purse they go. No looking for them throughout the house. The charging station is also next to my keys so it makes it easy breezy.

4. Check backpacks/school stuff beforehand:

Signing paperwork and checking homework in the evening also take a lot of the madness out of the morning rush. I have an in and out box in my home office and my daughter knows to put her homework and permission slips in the IN box for me to sign. Before she goes to bed, she checks the OUT box for her signed materials and puts it in her backpack.

5. Wake up to a clean room:

Having your child clean their rooms before bed also helps. Waking up to order and a clean room does a lot to set off your child’s day positively. In the morning, while my daughter is in the bathroom, I make her bed, and viola—the room looks great because it’s already clean.

6. Be a leader:

As the mom, you set the tone for the morning. When you are poised and organized, chances are your family will take stock of that and follow your lead. Having an organized morning will prepare them for a great day.

7. Ask for help:

You are not a one-woman army. Don’t be afraid to ask your spouse, partner, or kids for help. In the morning, it’s my daughter’s job to go around the living room and kitchen area and open all of the blinds. She also waters the plants and puts a snack in her backpack. By having her do these things (which make her feel responsible and a part of the well-oiled machine that is our family), it also gives her a role in the morning routine which she relishes.

8. Family calendar:

Have a family calendar located in a centralized place in your home with everyone’s activities, chores, etc. When everyone knows the schedule, it also prepares the day and makes it hassle-free.

These 8 Steps to an Organized & Happy Morning Routine have really helped my mornings be un-chaotic and worry free.

What are things that you do during your morning routine that make for an organized and happy routine?

Photo credit: MSN Living


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Comments

  1. Aisha G of HartlynKids says

    May 30, 2012 at 3:06 pm

    I pick our and iron my clothes for the week on Sunday nights.
    If I have time, I try to cook for more than one meal in the week or at least have the food prepped and seasoned for cooking.
    I always have a bag packed of essentials for my little one.

    Reply
  2. Amiyrah @ 4 Hats and Frugal says

    May 30, 2012 at 7:51 pm

    We have a routine here as well, although we have this issue of over-sleeping every once in a while lol. The best thing is that if we all did our routine chores the night before, we tend to always make it to the bus stop even if we’re running late. One of my favorite things to do is to make breakfasts that can be a full meal but quick in the morning. Recently, I made a batch of breakfast sandwiches and froze them. I pull one out in the morning, nuke for 1 minute, and that’s breakfast for my 1st grader.

    Reply
  3. Laila @OnlyLaila says

    May 30, 2012 at 8:53 pm

    I am still working on my routine, but I agree that prepping the night before, setting items in bags by the door, helps a lot! I also like #6, so true!

    Reply
  4. Lori says

    June 5, 2012 at 10:10 am

    What great advice! I’m always running around like a crazy person in the morning, so I will definitely be using some of these tips from now on.

    Reply

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When I was Sweet 16. #tbt #throwbackthursday When I was Sweet 16. #tbt #throwbackthursday
To all the lovers. A little flower arrangement fro To all the lovers. A little flower arrangement from me to you for Love Day. ❤️❤️❤️ #valentines #valentinesday #love
Circa 1981. My snaggletooth era. 😂#TBT Circa 1981. My snaggletooth era. 😂#TBT
We did our best to recreate our onesie moment from We did our best to recreate our onesie moment from 2013. Strike a pose, the remix.
Finally! After a year (or more) we’ve finally be Finally! After a year (or more) we’ve finally been able to get a staycation on the calendar. Having fun with these ladies!
Circa 1990 when I was a sophomore in high school i Circa 1990 when I was a sophomore in high school in Jacksonville, and I had 3 different hairstyles going on at the same time.  #FBF #backintheday
So, I’m doing THING! Join me and the cast of thi So, I’m doing THING! Join me and the cast of this year’s @shesaidstlouis  on Friday, March 10th at The Sheldon. We’ll be sharing our stories monologue style, and it’s going to be a good time. If you’d like to get tickets, hit me up! A portion of the proceeds will go to @rungforwomen. 👍🏾
February is American Heart Month, and I’ve partn February is American Heart Month, and I’ve partnered with @MedIQCME and Duke Health to raise awareness about atrial fibrillation (AFib), also known as irregular heartbeat which affects 12 million people.My father was diagnosed with AFib and my family has a history of this condition, so I do my best to learn as much as I can about it.

I’ve learned that when the atrium’s squeezing becomes irregular, blood doesn’t flow as smoothly through the heart and clots can form. Those clots can travel to the brain, disrupting the oxygen supply and causing a stroke. People with AFib are at approximately 5 times greater risk for stroke than those with regular heartbeats. Stroke is a leading cause of death and also of serious, long-term disability. It is essential to get to a hospital quickly if you suspect a stroke in yourself or others.Learn the acronym FAST to recognize the signs of stroke: 

F = Face. Ask the person to smile. Does one side of the face droop?

A = Arms. Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward? 

S = Speech. Ask the person to repeat a simple phrase. Is the speech slurred or strange?

T= Time. If you see any of these signs, call 9-1-1 right away.

Take this survey (link in bio) for the chance to win 1 of 5 $100 VISA gift cards—takes less than 10 minutes.

Thanks, @mediqcme, and Duke Heart. Supported by an educational grant from the Bristol Myers Squibb and Pfizer Alliance.
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