A day in the life of a working SAHM
Are you a stay at home mom? Are you a stay at home mom that works? Are you a mom who works full time? Regardless of how much you do or don't work, you're still a hard working mom! Here is just a tiny snippet into what my day looks like as a stay at home mom to 3 under 3 while working.
I start out EVERY morning with coffee. Without it, my kids wouldn't want to be around me. 😂 Usually my husband makes the coffee for me unless I'm going out that day to run errands. One of my FAVORITE hacks is to make coffee and then get the kids in the car and drive around letting them tell me which way to go while I sip on my WARM coffee.
Usually, my kids beg to go somewhere so we usually leave our house and drive to random places if we aren't doing a play date. They literally love going anywhere and everywhere.
After we go out and get them out of the house, I try to get work done while they do naps. My almost 3 year olds don't fall asleep every day but they are required to at least play nicely in their room if they aren't tired enough to fall asleep. This gives me a chance to get some work done during the day.
What are some of the things you do during the day as a mom?!
That's such a great question you posed at the end of your post, about what other moms do during their day! As a fellow working SAHM, especially one with little ones, I completely resonate with your routine, and it sparked so many thoughts about the daily juggle. It’s truly a unique blend of chaos, creativity, and incredible love, isn't it? The 'reaction' to being a SAHM is something I think about a lot, especially on those days when you feel like you're running on fumes. There are moments of pure joy – seeing their little faces light up, hearing their infectious giggles. Then there are the moments of overwhelming exhaustion, the endless chores, the constant demands. It's a mental marathon as much as it is a physical one. My biggest 'reaction' is often a mix of profound gratitude and a desperate need for five minutes of quiet! You mentioned your morning coffee ritual, and honestly, that's my secret weapon too. My daily latte isn't just a drink; it's a moment of peace, a tiny anchor in the morning storm. I totally get the hack of sipping coffee in the car – that quiet drive, even if it’s just around the block, where you can actually finish a warm cup, feels like a luxury. It truly helps my sanity, and as you said, makes the kids happy to be out and about. We often drive to our local park or a quiet nature trail; just changing the scenery makes a huge difference for everyone's mood. And that precious naptime! Oh, how I cherish those hours. Getting work done during naps is an art form. I’ve learned to prioritize ruthlessly. It's not just about what needs to be done, but what can be done given the unpredictable nature of toddler naps. Sometimes it's tackling client emails, sometimes it's meal prepping for the week, and other times it's just catching up on laundry. My workspace, often just a corner of the kitchen counter with my laptop, becomes my temporary office. The OCR image of a desk with a monitor reminds me so much of my own setup, even if it's just for short bursts. What else do I do? Well, beyond the essentials, I try to weave in moments of connection and learning. Craft time (often messy!), impromptu dance parties (great for burning energy!), or reading stacks of books. I also try to schedule one 'big' outing a week – maybe the library, a children's museum, or even just a splash pad in summer. It breaks up the monotony and gives us something to look forward to. One thing I've found invaluable is building a small community of other SAHMs. Having someone to text when you're feeling overwhelmed, or to meet up with for a playdate, makes all the difference. It provides that essential adult interaction and reminds you that you're not alone in this incredible, demanding journey. And at the end of the day, when the little ones are finally asleep, I try to carve out a tiny bit of time for myself, even if it's just 15 minutes to read or listen to a podcast. It’s crucial for recharging so you can wake up and do it all again tomorrow. Every day is different, but the love and the grind remain constant!