Let’s be honest, going into a new week can sometimes be very stressful. Here are some Sunday evening routines for busy moms that will help ease some of the pain:
If there’s one evening that can set the tone for the rest of the week… it’s Sunday evenings.
There’s a thing people like to call the Sunday Scaries.
It’s like… Monday is coming, I’m not interested, but it’s going to show up anyway, and I’m maybe not super prepared.
A great way to avoid the Sunday Scaries and the Monday Moodswings is to do a little bit of prep on Sunday evenings by way of Sunday evening routines.
Want your days to feel more peaceful (less stressful) with plenty of time to care for your littles AND for yourself?
Well, I’ve got a foolproof strategy for you and it’s this: ROUTINES 🕑
Grab your FREE daily mom routines checklist and begin uncomplicating family life today!
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Meal plan for the week & order groceries.
The week goes so much smoother when food has been planned out. Not only that, but it can be more cost effective as well.
Maybe you jot down the main dinners you’re gong to cook, or maybe you make detailed plans for every day.
Whatever your method is, adding food goals for the week to a Sunday night routine is a great idea.
Have you ever thought about pre-ordering your groceries to be picked up/delivered? I have found that when I do this, I do less impulse buying.
Not only that, but I also feel more organized when I sit down and plan exactly what I need to purchase.
Read: Best Planners for Moms Based On Personality
This meal planning and food staple guide will help you cut your meal prep and planning time in half.
Learn MoreLook at the week’s schedule.
I don’t know about you, but sometimes I feel like I need a personal assistant to help me organize where I need to be… and when.
But, when I get organized on Sunday evening (for the week), it is a lot less stressful.
- Go over schedules for the week ahead (sports, activities, church events, date night, etc.)
- Make phone calls or reach out to people I need to communicate with.
- Organize rides, food reservations, who is bringing what…
- Communicate with family about daily plans or special events.
Want your days to feel more peaceful (less stressful) with plenty of time to care for your littles AND for yourself?
Well, I’ve got a foolproof strategy for you and it’s this: ROUTINES 🕑
Grab your FREE daily mom routines checklist and begin uncomplicating family life today!
Plans for the wardrobe.
It’s not a crazy idea at all to have a week’s worth of your kids clothes ready to put on. In fact, this activity can be a great thing to add to a Sunday evening routine.
Actually, it can even be relaxing or enjoyable. I have been known to use this time to bond with my kids (discuss their likes/dislikes).
And, it can help with establishing your laundry routines as well. Imagine… always knowing that your kids have matching socks ready to put on.
Brain dump onto your master to-do list.
This activity alone can help reduce stress.
Taking the time on a Sunday evening to brain dump anything/everything for the upcoming week onto a master list is a great idea.
You can set back and organize it later, but this gives you the freedom to step into the week knowing you have a “list” written and it’s off your brain.
The Organized Mom Book Of Checklists comes with some pre-made checklists for you to use in every area of life as well as template checklists (in Pages and Word) for you to make your own.
Learn MoreDiscuss with your spouse upcoming events.
Sunday evenings are a very manageable time to sync your calendars. It’s easy to remember to sync schedules when you do it every Sunday evening at the same time.
For some, busy schedules and special activities can be overwhelming. You know what’s even more overwhelming?
When you forgot to tell your spouse about an important event that you need help with and he already has concrete commitments of his own.
Read: Your Family’s Schedule: 6 Crucial Considerations
Want your days to feel more peaceful (less stressful) with plenty of time to care for your littles AND for yourself?
Well, I’ve got a foolproof strategy for you and it’s this: ROUTINES 🕑
Grab your FREE daily mom routines checklist and begin uncomplicating family life today!
Do a room-to-room sweep.
You may already do a daily sweep. But, on Sunday evening you can spend 15 minutes or so bringing things back into their correct rooms.
It never fails that baskets, toys, or linens end up in the incorrect rooms throughout the week. Sunday can be the prefect time just to make sure everything is back in its place.
It feels going into the week knowing that things are in their right locations.
Set some personal goals.
I’m not talking about unrealistic goals… because those just cause more stress. Set some goals to help eliminate some stress for yourself.
- How much time are you going to spend daily doing something fun for you, reading, or simply resting?
- What activities are you going to do with your kids to get that cherished one-on-one time?
- How are you going to achieve your nutrition/ work out plan?
Set some goals, put them in the calendar, and pray for the best.
Read: Sunday Morning Routines To Stop The Before Church Madness
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Learn MoreMake it electronic free.
Moms everywhere are finding that electronics seem to agitate certain situations. One of these conditions is the winding down, end of the day, plan for tomorrow situation.
Let’s be honest.. it can be stressful.
Why? There are some times where electronics don’t help.
It’s very difficult to get kids to cooperate with planning, organizing, or prepping when all they can think about is their game, etc. It’s like their brains just wont let them work.
So, establishing a Sunday evening electronic free routine can be a peaceful way to handle getting what you want done.
This workbook will help you break the escape that comes with grabbing your phone. Use this to start living in the present.
Learn MoreDeclutter surfaces.
If your house is anything like mine, some surfaces seem to collect things throughout the week. It’s just part of life.
Mail, toys, art supplies, books, random things from the van…etc. They all seem to clutter surfaces around the house.
Here’s a tip:
- Designate a basket and “sweep” all surface left items into it.
- Family members must retrieve their items (and put them in their proper location) or you do away with them.
In my opinion, there’s no reason to leave surfaces cluttered to start the new week. Plus, everything feels cleaner when you can see.
It’s a great reset to start the week.
Want your days to feel more peaceful (less stressful) with plenty of time to care for your littles AND for yourself?
Well, I’ve got a foolproof strategy for you and it’s this: ROUTINES 🕑
Grab your FREE daily mom routines checklist and begin uncomplicating family life today!
Examine the entrances to your home.
Nothing will make your Monday morning feel hectic like a messy front porch or entrance way. Do you accumulate stacks of things by your door during the week?
Packages, things that need go away (donations, return items, etc.), even pizza boxes.
What about the porch?
Don’t leave the weekend’s activities sitting out where they are gong to be tripped over out the door on Monday morning.
Eliminate stress by taking the time of Sunday evening to attack those piles. Make the entrance way to your house the segue to a stress-free Monday.
The Organized Mom Book Of Checklists comes with some pre-made checklists for you to use in every area of life as well as template checklists (in Pages and Word) for you to make your own.
Learn MoreFrequently Asked Questions
Have a Sunday “business meeting” where you only talk about the business for the week, like the logistics, calendar, meals, etc. When you have a focus, this can be done efficiently in about 20 minutes and can make sure you’re on the same page for the week ahead.
Make it fun! Play music, make games out of cleaning up, or do something fun together as a family after the logistics are taken care of, like a family walk or play a game.
I love my Homemaking Binder for this! All of the things your household needs to keep track of in one, easy to find place, including your Sunday night routines.
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Thanks Rachel!! Good ideas here! I love your practicality!