Which is why moms everywhere can appreciate just about any tips and tricks for keeping the balancing act of life in order. One such tip comes from Audrey McClelland, founder of MomGenerations.com, who has four children under the age of eight (and another on the way): stick with what works.
That’s why Audrey (and moms everywhere) can be excited about the launch of Pampers Swaddlers in sizes 4 and 5, and their availability at Target!
I was an extremely big fan of Swaddlers when both Big Sister E and Little Sister B were babies and remember being disappointed when they each outgrew these high quality, dependable diapers. Audrey sums it up best:
"Swaddlers is a diaper I've always loved, and I'm thrilled that it is now available at Target in bigger sizes. Now moms can keep their little ones in Swaddlers throughout all of their diaper-wearing years."
Want a few more tips from Audrey on how to make the day easier?
- Get ready the night before, as mornings are usually hectic for parents. Don't be late to work or a morning appointment because you're looking for your tot's missing sock. Take some time the night before to get everything you need ready for the day.
- Don't over commit. It's ok to say "no" once in a while. As parents we all feel like we need to be superhuman, but that's just not realistic. Know your breaking point, and try to avoid any "extra" stress by not overextending yourself. You're not a bad parent if you don't volunteer for a bake sale or sign your kids up for every activity under the sun.
- Set goals for the day. The best way to accomplish your tasks, whether it be to get your kids’ closets cleaned out or prepare for a big presentation at work, is to have a plan. Take some time to make a list of things you need to do each day. Prioritize and think about what really needs to be done first.
If you want to hear more from Audrey herself about ways to make Mom's life easier, then be sure to join her (@AudreyMcClellan), @MomItForward and a panel of experts at the Girls' Night Out Twitter Party on Tuesday, January 22nd from 9-10pm EST.
Visit the RSVP page on the Mom it Forward website for more details about the party (hashtags will be #gno and #4to5xEasier) and find out more about the party-specific giveaway (a $140 prize pack!) on the giveaway page.
But that's not all! Along with the excitement over the debut of larger sizes of Pampers Swaddlers at Target, you can save some money on your next purchase at the same time. From January 27th to February 2nd, Target guests will receive a free $20 Target Gift Card with an in-store purchase of two Pampers Swaddlers, Cruisers, or Baby Dry Economy Packs!
Thanks to the generosity of Proctor & Gamble, one person will be even more excited about the launch of Swaddlers in larger sizes at Target, because...
One lucky person will win a Pampers Swaddlers at Target Prize Pack*!
*Prize Pack includes: (1) $10 Target gift card, (1) The First Years Deluxe Fold and Go diapering kit, (1) package of Pampers wipes (64 count) and (1) sample of Pampers Swaddlers (size 4/5).
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A big thank you to P&G for providing a prize pack for me as well as for one lucky giveaway winner. The opinions shared are my own and honest and if you really need to see more, click here to see how I roll.
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Stay organized!
I try to preplan meals for the week when grocery shopping and prepare some meals in advance to save time during the busy work week.
being organized is nice by staying organized is even nicer
clean the house before the next day begins.
I never go to sleep before I clean the kitchen...everything seems easier the next day if that's done.
Organation with bills, chores, cleaning, etc really helps me a lot. Moreover, I worry less and pray more.
I try to be organized, and plan for the unexpected.
Make a weekly tentative schedule.
i get my husband to help me!
vanitizebaby at yahoo dot com
I multitask - - it makes me more productive :)
i try to stay organized and on top of things so that we don't have to rush and/or forget things. We have multiple calendars and schedules so that every one knows what they have to do.
unfotunately, it's eating out a lot becuase i don't like cooking
I "over-do" things for the kids thinking its making my life easier but it is not....only enabling them and giving me stress! Good tips!
I organize and make large batches of meals so I can freeze food :)
let things go - stick to priorities
I make two meals at a time to freeze for later when life gets busy saves time and money!
I pick out my kids clothed for the week on Sunday eve. makes the AM go so much better !!
meal planning
I make a grocery list each week listing how many of each item and how many coupons I'm using. That way I don't lose track and I don't waste time at the store.
I try to not sweat the small stuff!
kellybrown28021@gmail.lcom
I'm nice to everyone.
don't lose my cool easily.
My planner & lists!
I do bulk cooking and freeze when I can.
Jennifer Rote
wildnmild4u at yahoo dot com
I try to stay on top of getting rid of clutter.
Lists for EVERYTHING. chefl@swbell.net
I try to be organized around the house and keep up with everyone's schedule... appts, ball games, girl scout meetings, etc
I get help from my friends!
To make life easier, when I cook, I make extra portions to freeze for meals on hectic days later on.
I make notes for myself of everything I need to do from appts. to a reminder to take the roast out of freezer for dinner.
I keep post it notes in the car to place all over so I can remember things!!!
skibmama23@gmail
i tried to prioritize my tasks and organize daily ----- Paul T/Pauline T aka Paol Trenny ..... emscout9 at Hotmail dot com
I keep organized by keeping up with my coupon binder and matching up what I will be using for that particular week along with sale items
Try to be as organized as possible it makes things less hectic
I lay out all my kids clothes for school the night before, so they r ready to get dressed without searching for clothes in the morning
Jennifer Prince
jls_wss2003 at yahoo dot com
I use disposables for the kids
I always write down what I need to do so I don't forget!
I try to stay calm during a crisis, and prepare for the worst that may happen. Don't sweat the small things.
I use a dishwasher instead of always washing dishes by hand
To make life easier, I try to cook dinner in my crock pot so it is ready at the end of a busy day.
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Stay organized and checklists always help.
i try to keep organized, and like to make large batches of stews and soups to freeze the extras for other meals later on
I cook a big dinner on Sunday with lots of leftovers and lunches for the week.
elysesw@aol.com
lay everything out the night before.
plan outfits and meals for the the week on sunday
hippopurplemonkey at yahoo dot com
I do prep work when I can, also list making, and just sticking to a daily outline or schedule for the day makes things easier.
melgriff4@yahoo.com
I try to take deep breaths when i get stressed out, it really helps me.
I keep myself organized & on schedule.
I try to prioritize my daily tasks and do what's most important first.
alwaysneedhim4evr@yahoo.com
I prep and plan ahead!
I make things easier by preparing meals ahead of time and freezing them for busy weeknights.
Accepting things and not stressing.
chavonne h.
I try not to backlog tasks . thankyou, ken pohl19@comcast.net
I try to be organized and prepare in advance for changes to my routine.
i remember to enjoy the moment debbie jackson
djackson1958 at hotmail dot com
prep food on the weekends. i also keep little baggies of oatmeal at work in case i forget to bring breakfast or get hungry during the day!
jek9880 at gmail dot com
i keep an organizer and write down most of my notes to keep things straight
get enough rest!
no19034770 @yahoo.com
I ask for (and accept) help from my parents a lot especially watching the little man.
sarah at realtorsd.com
I always cook extra so we have leftovers.
i always try to have a plan
debrahall one nine six one at yahoo dot com
I get my coffee ready, the kid's clothes picked out, and breakfast prepared the night before since i'm not a morning person!
Try to get lot of sleep at night to stay attentive during the day
I'm a list and label maker.
jtmagmom73(at)gmail(dot)com
I make life easier by putting absolutely everything on my calendar and setting reminders. Thanks for the chance to win!
mrsmchappell at gmail dot com
I prep food for the week, sometimes cooking ahead and freezing it. I make homemade Pita bread and freeze it. I will make mini hamburgers (with seasoning and onions) and freeze it.
seyma_bennett@hotmail.com
I stay organized with things around the house or I will go insane.
ginaferrell26 at yahoo dot com
I get my kids clothes and things ready the night before (with their help) because I'm the opposite of a morning person and they'd probably go to school half naked if I tried to do it all in the AM.
get up early!!
I make lists for everything!
I got to bed early.
I try to be prepared for the next day before I go to bed. Lay out clothes, make sure backpacks and shoes are ready to go.
get up early
Our family has a morning and nightly routine and visual charts everywhere for my 6 year old daughter.
Jessica Eaton Ledford
cherriesjessilee at gmail dot com
i like to prepare and iron etc for the next day so mornings will go much smoother (livivua chandler)
Try to help somebody else besides myself.
I make lists for everything.
Thanks for the chance.
I love Pampers!
Take time to relax because a stressed mind doesn't make all the best decisions.
clip coupons and write out lists of things I think of during the week to buy on the weekend:)
jmatek AT wi DOT rr DOT com
I would never be organized if I didn't make lists! To-do lists, grocery lists, etc.
I try organizing everything.
lists, multi tasking, easy meals during the week, carawling(at)hotmail(dot)com
I have a planner I use to organize my life! All important dates are listed in there, from bill due dates to birthdays! I carry it with me everywhere I go.
I try to eliminate what is unnecessary in my life.
I use to do lists
I try to use my calendar to schedule appointments and menu plan
I always have my organizer/calendar in my purse. I keep up with everything in it.
Plan weekly menus
I try to prepare meals on the weekends like casseroles, freeze them and then use them during weeknights when working.
I coupon!
I try to plan ahead, meals, snacks and pack things the night before
I've been getting really into crock pot cooking to save time in the evenings - dinner's already done when I get home!
Having a menu for the week, preplanned and staying organized would be nice too!!
I make a weekly schedule.
get everyone in household to help with chores, I am over tired=dorothy Deakyne
I try organizing and scheduling everything ahead of time.
I have a daily routine that I stick to.
traymona[at]aol.com
We have a menu so we always know what is for dinner!
Thanks,
selinda_mccumbers at yahoo.com
I organize like crazy!!
We grocery shop once a month to save time and energy the rest of the month
I bought cubbies for the kids to keep their backpacks, shoes and coats in. They're right by the front door... so no more running around the house in the morning looking for where they dumped their stuff the night before.
I try to stick to a schedule. Its seems to make life easier ;)
clean the kitchen every night before bed so i don't wake up to a mess and overwhelmed
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I use coupons which help me save money to put aside for Christmas gifts.
I price match and price search everything, I want to get the best deals.
ssgsweeps @hotmail .com
use coupons as much as possible
amandahoffman35@yahoo.com
I don't try & get everything important finished in one day.
i carry baby wipes everywhere. they are so heplful for so many more things than wiping a baby's bum!
I try very hard to stay one step ahead of my kids (by laying out their clothes the night before, cutting up their fruit before lunch, etc).
Maureen
maureen.tenney@gmail.com
plan ahead
Anal about having extra outfits and a fully stocked diaper bag.
I make lists!
I keep a daily schedule
I always keep an extra set of clothes for my kids with me and another in the car
cook in bulk and freeze for quick weeknight dinners
Thank you for hosting this giveaway
Louis
pumuckler {at} gmail {dot} com
I have a cleaning calendar to help keep my house clean and less stressful
angukena@yahoo.com
I try to keep things tidy
I prepare the diaper bag the night before when we are going to leave for somewhere in the morning
I try to stay calm and collected amidst the chaos.
prep for things the night before
I try to stay organized with the incoming mail.
Be prepared to be flexible.
Plan meals ahead and also make up meals and freeze them.
I meal plan.
Kids lay out clothes and everything they need in the morning. Kara h
I get a maid to clean my house.
Try to let the small things go. kekagel(at)yahoo.com
I preplan my meals for the week and only go shopping once
Stay organized and not stress out over little things.
Allison L.
I try to stay organized
I like to premake meals and freeze them...makes things easy
annabee818@Yahoo.com
When I get stressed out I try to just go slow and do everything 1 step at a time.
inman@mobap.edu
lists & taking care of small things before they pile up into bigger jobs
My life revolves around lists.
I try to stay organized and make lists.
mintstatesportswear(at)juno(dot)com
I don't sweat the small stuff.
Thanks for the contest.
slehan at juno dot com
Our schedule is pretty hectic but we have a chart that helps keep us on track and organized.
I keep an organized schedule
I like to say that I am organized but I would have to say that I need to be more organized
I plan so that I run all my errands on the same day whenever possible. I save time and gas!
I would love to be more organized, my house gets cluttered. we have very little storage space. so we try to get rid of everything that has no place...
I like to use my crockpot to make my life easier when it comes to cooking dinners!
I try to do several small cleaning tasks a day so that I don't get overwhelmed with having to clean the whole house on one day.
I run errands to stores that are close by instead of bouncing all over town.
Stay organized
Paper goods instead of dishes!
I use my bread machine a lot.
fmstill@gmail.com
Faith Still
I try to be organized
I let go of the small stuff - it doesn't matter!
maggie at literary winner dot com
trying to prep and be prepaired better
I organize my meals every two weeks when I shop.
dropcqueen at yahoo dot com
I wake up before the kids so I can get the day planned and organized
I make lists to stay organized
jjak2003 at gmail dot com
I try to plan ahead with everything i do.
Brittney House BBrittBrat1398@yahoo.com
I plan what I'm going to wear the next day and get my clothes ready the night before. I also try to run errands before and after work so I'm not making extra trips to town.
never procrastinate!
Organization is key !!
Stay organized!
breastfeed and cosleep
Couponing and store trip planning.
I clean as I go
we lay stuff out before we go any where
vmkids3 at msn dot com
I like to clean at night after the kids go to bed.
I try to clean up as the day goes on....that works most of the time.
I keep things neat clean and organized and I share what I have with others
I right things down in my planner to stay organized
I have a changing station stash in every room.
NStrong3604 at yahoo dot com
I try to keep myself organized.
I try to plan for unexpected things that might happen.
I get everything ready for the next day the night before.
I like to take care of my grandchildren to help out their parents.
I pack my lunch and get my clothes together before I go to bed at night, it makes leaving for work much easier in the morning.
I just try to keep the kitchen clean! When the kitchen isn't clean, it drives me nuts!
I try to stay organized and sometimes that so easy lol
nicolemb2010 at yahoo dot com
Think ahead, but enjoy the present.
I use Google Calendar to meal plan. I can link recipes, etc and it sends it all to my phone
I try to plan ahead, but make room for changes at the same time.
Keep a dinner menu for the week posted on the fridge. Thanks.
I do a meal plan every week.
plan meals for the week ahead
I think the best tip is not to be afraid to ask for help! I have a hard time asking my inlaws to watch the kids, but they are always eager to help.
I plan ahead which makes things so much easier
Theresa J
I plan ahead which makes things so much easier
Theresa J
I accept help when it's offered!
Thanks!
I make dinners in the slow cooker, makes things easier :)
I keep organized as much as possible
Thanks for the wonderful giveaway!
Do the dishes every day
Delagate chores
I make meals ahead and freeze them!
No matter how tired I am, I make all lunches the night before... we save money with home-prepared lunches and I save time getting it done the night before!
Have everything organized so I won't have to spend too much time looking around for stuff.
Start the day with a clean kitchen
-meg
I look for helpful tips and advice on the internet.
I am a stay at homje mom with a schedule! Every day of the week, I do somethinhgg different. Mondays, for example, its laundry, sweeping, mopping, and the library!
onecheaplady@yahoo.com
i try to stay organzied!
I like to make lists and make mental notes of things to remember.
I try to make sure all of the laundry is done and doesn't pile up.
Weekly grocery trips where my meal plans revolve around what's on sale and coupons I have. Saves money, helps us eat fresh fruits and vegetables in season, and allows variety every week.
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