I probably peak as a mom around 2:55 p.m. I’m loving, nurturing, patient… And then, around 3, my kids get home. It’s downhill from there because the after-school shuffle turns me into a frazzled mess. Between backpacks overflowing with crumpled papers, hungry cries, and the daily “Do you have homework?” interrogation, it’s enough to make me dream of a life on a deserted island (with reliable Wi-Fi, of course).
So, how about we go in with a plan this school year? Try one of these 3 after-school routines to help you regain control of the post-school chaos and create a smoother transition for everyone.
