I’m a homeschooling, stay-at-home mom of three, and I know just saying that out loud can sound overwhelming.
And don’t get me wrong… some days are a lot.
Between homeschool lessons, everyday mom life, and trying to take care of myself somewhere in the middle, things can feel busy fast.
A while back, I realized my days felt the most chaotic when everything blended together. So instead of trying to do all the things at once, I started loosely dividing my day into blocks.
Nothing fancy, nothing strict…just a rhythm that helps me know what I should be focusing on at different times of the day.
Early Morning: Before the Chaos Wakes Up
My early mornings are for me.
I wake up before the kids (most days) and use that quiet time for Bible study, coffee, and getting dressed like a real person.
If timing works out, I’ll eat breakfast with my husband, and I usually squeeze in a workout too. Starting the day this way makes everything else feel a little more manageable once the house wakes up.
Morning: When Everyone Needs Something
Once the kids wake up around 7:30 or 8, the day officially begins.
This is when I’m doing a little bit of everything… emptying the dishwasher, checking on my sourdough starter, and making breakfast. I try to freezer prep when I can because anything that makes mornings easier is a win in my book.
Mid-Morning: Homeschool (and Controlled Chaos)
Mid-morning is when homeschool starts. My boys get going on their schoolwork while I’m juggling chores and keeping my toddler busy. We usually wrap this block up with playtime in her room, then lunch and some outside time because we all need fresh air at that point.
Most of our homeschool work is online, so I’m constantly checking in…especially with my third grader, to make sure everyone is staying on task.
Thankfully, they do really well, and it doesn’t feel as stressful as people sometimes imagine.
Early Afternoon: Quiet Work and Catching Up
Early afternoons are for laundry and the everyday chores that never seem to end, like vacuuming.
My daughter usually naps during this time, which helps, and the boys work on instrument practice, foreign language lessons, and independent reading.
If I haven’t showered yet after my workout (which happens more often than I’d like to admit), this is when I do that. I’ll eat lunch if I haven’t already and take a little personal time… whether that’s reading, painting my nails, or working on my blog.
Late Afternoon and Evening: Wrapping It All Up
Late afternoon is my wrap-up time. I start cooking dinner and cleaning the kitchen while the boys are out at extracurriculars. Most days, it’s just me and my toddler at home, and she’ll play while I try to get everything done before everyone comes back.
By the time the boys get home, dinner is ready, the kitchen is mostly clean, and all that’s left is eating, showers, and winding down before bedtime. Once the kids are asleep, I can finally start my evening routine and relax a bit before heading to bed.
Check out some of these easy dinner recipes that we love. I add one new recipe every week!
I’ve heard so many moms say they’re scared of being stay-at-home homeschooling moms because it feels like a never-ending job. And sure, it can feel repetitive sometimes… but it’s also such a blessing. I truly love being home with my kids, and I wouldn’t trade this season for anything.
Breaking my day into loose blocks helped me find a rhythm without putting pressure on myself to be perfect. No day goes exactly as planned, and things still get missed… but it’s not as hard as it looks.
Sometimes, having a simple flow to your day is all it takes to make everything feel a little lighter.
