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What are Meredith Masony's signature techniques for managing busy school mornings?

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From Meredith Masony

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I talk about this a lot, because those before-school hours are no joke. Here are some of the big things I rely on:

  1. Prep as much as possible the night before: clothes laid out, backpacks by the door, lunches and water bottles ready to grab.
  2. Visual routines and checklists for the kids, especially helpful for my autistic son and sensory needs.
  3. Earlier alarms than I think I “need,” because transitions always take longer.
  4. Simple, repeatable breakfasts instead of reinventing the wheel.
  5. Letting go of perfection and choosing battles: if the socks don’t match but we get out the door on time, that’s a win.

What’s the hardest part of your school mornings right now?

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