Start a family calendar. Whether you write it down or use a digital calendar, keeping track of your family’s daily plans will make your week run smoothly.

Simplify the snacks. Packing a snack in lunches doesn’t have to be stressful.

Schedule in downtime. Back to school is a busy time of year for mom’s too. It’s easy to get overwhelmed. Take time to recharge by setting aside “me time” in your calendar.

Plan for fun. Don’t let the end of summer be the end of fun. Keep the excitement alive and make the back-to-school transition easier by planning fun weekend activities.

Get some rest. That means going to bed earlier! When you’re well rested, you’ll be better equipped to take on busy back-to-school routines.