Are you ready to say goodbye to summer schedules and hello to early mornings, hectic days and strict bedtimes? Between school drop-offs, extracurricular activities, career demands, and self-care (because you can’t fill from an empty cup😉) finding time to calm new school year jitters together may seem impossible. The good news is, moments of connections can easily be done throughout the day.
Here are 5 tips on how to stay connected with your cutie in this busy season.
- Start the Day with Prayer: A great way to ensure you’re connecting with your kiddo is by starting the day with a prayer. Taking a few minutes in the morning to pray together sets a positive tone for the day and reminds your kid to always go to God first.
- Create a special Morning Playlist and play it every morning: I don’t know about you, but music creates such a vibe in our house. My girls are not morning people AT ALL, but the minute I hit them with the spirit in our morning music, they immediately find joy.
- Set aside 15 minutes to color together after school and work: This year my oldest gets 4 minutes to switch classes…4…. minutes!!! Once school is out, it’s important to transition from the hectic pace of the day to a more relaxed family time. Our Mommy and Me Prayer Coloring Books are designed to be both relaxing and fun, providing a great way to unwind and bond.
- Dinner Table Discussions: Dinner time can be one of the most important parts of the day for connecting. Use this time share stories from your own day and ask your kiddo to share stories about their day.
- Ending the day with a bedtime routine that includes prayer and reflection can be very comforting for your child. Our Mommy and Me Prayer Coloring Book is great for this. Start a routine of winding down with calming activities and spiritual reflection.
Using these simple ideas, you can ensure you and your kiddo stay connected and close, even on the craziest days.
With love and support,
Marisha Michelle