TechieMaMa

Parenthood is basically the ultimate team sport—but with less sleep, no halftime, and a baby that’s always the MVP. Between work meetings, endless laundry piles, and trying to remember the last time we had a proper conversation (did we talk about bills or was it baby poop again?), life can feel like a whirlwind.

Enter: the magic of a routine. Not the boring, robot-like kind. I’m talking about a realistic, sanity-saving routine that keeps two working parents (and one very demanding baby) on track.

Why a Routine Works (a.k.a. Why I’m Not Losing My Mind…Yet)

Let’s be real: babies are adorable chaos machines. They love consistency, and honestly, so do I. Routines don’t just help my little one feel calm—they keep me and my partner from losing it when life gets messy (because it always gets messy).

But here’s the kicker: routines aren’t just about the baby. They’re about us—the tired-but-determined parents who need structure just as much as our tiny dictator does.

How We Built Our Routine Without Losing Our Minds

1. Divide and Conquer Mornings

Morning madness is real, so we split it. My partner takes the baby for breakfast duty (they do the funny airplane spoon thing way better than I do) while I steal 15 minutes to pull myself together. Then we swap. It’s like tag team wrestling, but with coffee and a lot less yelling.

2. The Shared Calendar = Our Lifeline

No one remembers everything—so we stopped trying. Everything goes into a shared app. Doctor appointments? Check. Grocery list? Check. Whose turn it is to pick up diapers? Triple check. No more “Wait, I thought YOU were doing that!”

3. Sunday: The Sacred Reset

Sunday is our day to get our act together. We meal prep, pack daycare bags, and plan out our week. It’s basically adulting on steroids, but the payoff is glorious when Wednesday rolls around and we’re not eating toast for dinner.

4. Constant Check-Ins

Every night, we have a quick “state of the union.” What worked? What didn’t? What needs to change? It’s like a mini team meeting, but with sweatpants and snacks.

The Payoff? Less Chaos, More Calm

Since locking down our routine, we’ve gone from “What the heck is happening?!” to “Okay, we’ve got this.” Most days, at least. Life feels smoother, work feels more productive, and (bonus!) we feel more like a team.

Tell Me Your Hacks!

Do you have a routine that keeps your family afloat? Or maybe a moment of chaos that taught you what not to do? Let me know—I’m always here for tips, tricks, and a good laugh!