What are Hilary Erickson's signature techniques for managing family life?

Hi, I’m Hilary Erickson from The Pregnancy Nurse and Pulling Curls. I’m all about simplifying family life, especially for busy moms. Here are a few of my signature approaches:

• Clear routines and expectations
  I love family routines—kids know what’s expected (chores, homework, screens), which reduces nagging and power struggles.

• Teaching kids to be self‑sufficient
  I’m big on getting kids to help more around the house. When they know their jobs and you hold the line, they really can step up.

• Breaking big problems into simple systems
  Whether it’s pregnancy prep, home organization, or parenting, I focus on small, repeatable habits instead of perfection.

• Honest, practical education
  In pregnancy and parenting, I lean on my L&D nurse experience to explain things in plain language so you feel prepared, not scared.

What part of family life feels the hardest for you right now—chores, routines, or something else?