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Your daily schedule as a work at home mom

by Victoria

work-at-home mom’s daily schedule depends on the child’s age, work hours, and personal routine. Here’s a realistic sample schedule that balances work, parenting, and self-care:


⏰ 6:30 AM – 8:00 AM | Morning Routine & Kids’ Prep

✔️ Wake up, get dressed, quick skincare & coffee.
✔️ Prepare breakfast & eat with the kids.
✔️ Get kids ready for school/daycare or set up activities for younger ones.

🧑‍💻 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Focused Work Time

✔️ Nap-time/work block (if baby naps in the morning).
✔️ Answer emails, attend virtual meetings, complete high-priority tasks.
✔️ Give independent play activities if kids are home.

🍽️ 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM | Lunch & Playtime

✔️ Lunch with the kids.
✔️ Quick outdoor walk or indoor play session.
✔️ Short household chores (laundry, dishes, tidying up).

😴 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM | Nap Time & Work Sprint

✔️ If baby naps → Focus on deep work, creative tasks, or calls.
✔️ If kids are older → Set up quiet time with books or educational videos.

🏡 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM | Kid Time & Household Tasks

✔️ Pick up kids from school (if applicable).
✔️ Snack time & outdoor activity (park, playdate, or crafts).
✔️ Light housework or meal prep while kids play.

🍽️ 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM | Dinner & Family Time

✔️ Prepare and eat dinner together.
✔️ Evening walk, storytime, or family bonding.

🌙 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM | Bedtime Routine & Wind Down

✔️ Bath, pajamas, and bedtime story for kids.
✔️ Put kids to sleep.

🧘‍♀️ 9:00 PM – 10:30 PM | Me-Time & Extra Work

✔️ Catch up on any unfinished work or light planning for the next day.
✔️ Relax—watch TV, read, skincare, or journal.

😴 10:30 PM – 6:30 AM | Sleep & Recharge

✔️ Aim for at least 7 hours of sleep to stay energized.


💡 Tips for Work-at-Home Moms:

✔️ Batch tasks – Schedule work in focused blocks.
✔️ Use naps/quiet time wisely – Prioritize deep work then.
✔️ Plan independent activities – Set up play areas to get work done.
✔️ Set realistic goals – Some days will be more productive than others!

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