The Power of Planning Ahead: Weekly Setup Tips for Busy Moms
Let’s be real—when life feels like a juggling act (and let’s face it, when doesn’t it?), taking time to plan ahead can feel like just another thing to do. But here’s the truth: planning ahead isn’t just one more task—it’s the tool that helps everything else feel less chaotic.
And if you’re anything like me right now, with a jam-packed summer schedule and more transitions than you can count, the only thing that’s keeping me grounded is my planner. Specifically? My monthly insert is my lifeline. It’s where all the important things get written down and gives me a high-level view of my month – which I absolutely need right now.
The Magic of the Weekly Setup
I’m currently living in a season that demands a lot of flexibility. (This week? We’re heading out for more college tours. HOW are we already here?!)
And when things feel uncertain, my weekly planner routine gives me a sense of structure I can actually control. Here’s what I focus on every Sunday:
✅ Review the monthly spread – I start by zooming out to see what’s coming. Appointments, school stuff, work events—this big-picture view helps me prep mentally.
📝 Set weekly priorities – I ask myself: What actually matters this week? Not what looks good. Not what other people are doing. Just: what I need to feel in control.
🗂️ Break it down – Then I move to my daily planning boxes to plug things in—scheduling time for work, family, errands, and yes, even rest. I’ve even added in columns to help me track my Miracle Morning S.A.V.E.R.S. and my FROG task (you should check out our next book club if these last two items intrigue you).
Is it perfect every week? Nope. But that’s not the goal. The goal is to feel more focused and less frantic. And this process does exactly that.
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One Final Thought
You don’t need a perfect plan to have a peaceful week. You just need a moment of intention and a space to put it all down. Your planner can be that space. It doesn’t have to be fancy—it just has to be yours.
So take 10 minutes today, pour your favorite drink, open your planner, and ask yourself: What would make this week feel just a little easier? Then write it down. That’s your starting point.
You’ve got this, mama.
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