Mom's morning routine: 10 tips for more energy and ease
What is a good morning routine for busy moms? Here are 10 simple morning routine ideas you can pick and choose from, helping moms like yourself approach each day with more energy and ease.
Written by Nadine Stille
Mornings can be a whirlwind for busy moms like you and I, but what if you could turn the rush into a refreshing start that fuels your day with energy and ease?
A good morning routine is more than just a time-saver—it’s your secret sauce for setting the tone of your entire day. By carving out moments that matter and creating a flow that works for you, you’ll not only feel more organized but also more energized to tackle whatever comes your way.
Whether it’s for yourself, your family, or your dreams, an effective morning routine can be your catalyst to a more mindful, productive day.
Let’s dive into these 10 tips that will help you transform your mornings each day, one step at a time, leaving you feeling more confident and ready to rock!
“The morning is an important time of day because how you spend your morning can often tell you what kind of day you are going to have.” - Lemony Snicket
How to go from Blah to Ta Da:
This is not an exhaustive list nor does it mean you’ll need to try out everything. You get to pick and choose from the ten tips that resonate most with you.
While you’re going through the tips, ask yourself:
Which morning routine tip sounds fun?
Which will have the most impact on my morning routine and get me to feel more energized and at ease?
Which small adjustments can I start with, try out, and sustain?
For extra motivation to get started, make sure you read the ‘Why’ section for each tip.
With this approach in mind, let’s dive into ‘Mom's morning routine: 10 tips for more energy and ease’.
Bring More Energy Into Your Mornings
Hydrate First Thing
Tip: Start your day by drinking a glass of water to rehydrate your body after a night’s rest. Have it at hand on your bedside table and drink up before you fully get up.
Why?: Water kick starts your metabolism, helps wake up your system so you can think more clearly.
Move Your Body
Tip: Incorporate a short workout or a gentle stretch to get your blood flowing - even if it’s only for a couple of minutes (I’m talking 5 or less). See here, here, and here for mini workout and stretch options.
Why?: Moving your body releases the feel-good hormones endorphins, increases your body’s energy levels, and reduces stress.
Nourish with a Balanced Breakfast
Tip: Choose a protein-rich breakfast that fuels your body for the day ahead by also adding some fruit and wholemeal grains (think brown bread, oats) to your yogurt, milk, and egg breakfast options.
Why?: You’ll get more energy as these breakfast choices stabilize your blood sugar, sustain your energy (bye bye mid-morning slump), and keep you full for longer.
Simplify and Streamline
4. Simplify Your Wardrobe
Tip: Invest in versatile pieces that work for multiple occasions, like dresses that can be dressed up or down. Opt for wrinkle-resistant fabrics, prioritize quality over quantity, choose comfortable essentials that combine comfort and style, and consider building a capsule wardrobe with mix-and-match basics that make it easy to look polished without the fuss.
Why: You’ll minimize stress, reduce decision fatigue, save time, boost your confidence levels, and bring more ease into your mornings.
5. Efficient Bathroom/ Beauty Routine
Tip: Keep your essential skincare and makeup routine simple and effective by choosing products that work hard for you by ticking several boxes at the same time (like a deeply nourishing facial cream that also acts as a primer, a blush that’s also a lip tint).
Why?: This way, you’ll save time and mental energy, and use less products.
6. Optimize Your Lunch Prep
Tip: If you prefer fresher lunch options and want to skip evening prep, streamline the process by keeping lunch boxes, containers, a cutting board, and other essentials easily accessible in one spot near your prep area.
Why: This frees up time and energy of you moving from one end to the kitchen to the other trying to get all the items together.
Focus and Intentionality For More Ease
7. Review Your Schedule
Tip: Go over your calendar and to-do list to mentally prepare for the day, then follow up with the next step below: Set Priorities and Intentions.
Why?: Knowing what lies ahead can reduce potential anxiety, helps with time management, and also gives you the opportunity to adjust if needed.
8. Set Priorities and Intentions
Tip: Spend a few minutes setting your top 3 priorities and intentions for the day if you haven’t done so the evening before.
Why?: Taking just a minute or two before diving into your day and massive to-do list helps you focus on the right things in the right way and increases your productivity.
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9. Meditate or Practice Affirmations
Tip: Incorporate a short meditation or positive affirmation to center your mind. Find inspiration here, here and here.
Why?: Scientific studies have shown that even 5 minutes or less (!) of meditations and positive affirmations daily can have a profound impact on our mental and emotional wellbeing.
They reduce stress, enhance focus, and help sustain a positive mindset.
Connection & Quality Time
10. Intentional Time With Your Family
Tip: Have breakfast together. Do a quick morning check-in to see what’s on everyone’s schedule or what they are looking forward to. Get the kids involved in the morning routine by setting the table or packing the lunches, or even create a special good-bye ritual - think a secret handshake, a special phrase, or a quick group hug.
Why?: Makes you feel more connected and supported, and less rushed, setting up the rest of the day on a positive note.
To sum up your good morning routine tips
By implementing one or more of these tips, you can transform your busy mornings into a source of more energy and ease. Remember, the goal is to simplify, not add more to your plate.
Consider what tasks you can drop, delay, or shift to the evening to create more space in your mornings.
Each of these 10 tips is designed to help you feel more organized, connected, and empowered to take on the day. An effective morning routine sets the tone for a balanced, productive day, boosting your overall well-being and making each day feel a little brighter.
Karen Lamb once said: “A year from now, you may wish you had started today.”
Mama, you’ve got this.
Which morning routine idea will you start trying out? Share in the comments below—we’d love to hear how you’re bringing more energy and ease to your mornings!