🚸 **Smooth School Mornings with One Simple Trick!** 🚸
Back to school can be a whirlwind for many parents, with forgotten lunchboxes and rushed mornings topping the list of stresses. More than half of parents admit to leaving something important behind, making the September school run a particularly frantic time of year. But fear not! Parenting psychologist Laverne Antrobus shares some genius tips to ease back-to-school madness.
**Top Tip: The Magic of One Hanger** 👕
Laverne suggests preparing uniforms the night before by placing them together on one hanger. This simple hack ensures quick and easy access in the morning, cutting down on the chaos.
**Plan & Prep** 🥪
Creating a weekly menu with pre-prepared packed lunches not only adds variety but also helps avoid the scramble of forgotten meals.
**Countdown to Calm** 🎶
Engage your kids with a ‘countdown playlist’ that starts 10 minutes before leaving. It’s a fun way to keep them on schedule without the need for constant reminders.
**Be Prepared with an Emergency Kit** 🚗
Stash essential items like hairbrushes, ties, wet wipes, water bottles, and snacks in your car to handle any last-minute mishaps.
And for those embracing electric vehicles, consider a subscription service like Pod that takes care of your charging needs—eliminating one more thing to worry about.
Pod CEO Melanie Lane, a mum of three, understands the daily juggle and is committed to making the school run smoother for families.
Why make mornings harder than they need to be? A little planning goes a long way in turning back-to-school stress into a well-oiled routine! 🚌💕