4 Tricks to De-Stress Your Morning Routine

Between burnt toast, missing homework assignments, and your kid running out the door with the left shoe on his right foot, school mornings can be hectic. Luckily, there are a few ways you start the day on a better note and make everyone happy — or at least, avoid a major meltdown. Check out these tricks for how to eliminate stress from your morning routine.Prep the Night BeforeThis starts with your children going to bed at appropriate times. Check out this chart to ensure your child’s bedtime is age appropriate and that they’re getting enough sleep.Try to minimize the things you need to do in the morning by preparing what you can the night before, such as:

• Have breakfast premade or keep it simple with yogurt, fruit, or a granola bar.
• Pack lunches the night before.
• Set out outfits.
• Pack backpacks and briefcases, and leave shoes by the door.
• Make sure that all homework assignments are completed, printed, in the right folder, and in the right child’s backpack.

Get up EarlySet your alarm for 15-30 minutes before your kids wake up so you can shower and change before worrying about helping them. Having a few moments to yourself in the morning will make the rest of the day easier to handle. Make a Morning Routine ChecklistIt can be easy to forget things during the morning rush, so make child-friendly charts for your kids to take on a few responsibilities. For younger children, use pictures instead of words, and give them stickers for each task as they’re completed. Here are some things to include:

• Brush teeth
• Comb hair
• Wash face
• Get dressed
• Eat breakfast
• Put on shoes
• Grab backpack and lunchbox. Make sure your children are wearing their backpack as soon as they’re ready doing everything else, so they don’t forget and don’t misplace it.
• Ask siblings if they need help. This is especially something to emphasize to your oldest child, and a great opportunity to give them a little extra responsibility.

Morning PrayerA little morning prayer can help with any stress you might be facing. Closing your eyes and spending time in God’s presence will provide you clarity and a positive outlook for the rest of the day. This simple routine assures you start your day with a smile, positive thoughts, and God’s blessings.Incorporating these habits will establish a stress-free morning routine and make that little bit of family time even better. Private schools in Osceola County proclaim the Gospel message within an academic environment of excellence that challenges students to be creative and critical thinkers. To learn more about Osceola County private schools, contact us at 407-246-4800.