5 - Smooth Transitions: Planning and Adapting to New Routines

Whether you're in back-to-school season or navigating another change in your weekly schedule, transitions are a constant in life, especially as a working parent. In this episode, I'm walking you through a few simple steps that will help you plan for and adapt to changes in your routine with confidence and ease. Maybe you're taking on a new project at work, transitioning your kid from a crib to a toddler bed, weaning your baby, or starting a new class or sport, whatever the change, it starts with understanding the dates and data, creating a plan, anticipating obstacles, and making proactive decisions. If you're not in the middle of a transition now, chances are you will be soon. So, tune in and learn how to plan for and adapt your routines for life's transitions.

Key Takeaways:

• 00:00 Back to School Season and other examples of life's transitions

• 01:57 Navigating transitions and changes

• 04:53 Practical tips for managing change

• 07:54 Embracing and planning for change

• 12:57 Supporting yourself through transitions

• 20:20 Looking ahead and finding perspective

• 23:06 How coaching supports working moms through big changes

Resources + Links:

• Lazy Genius Way Podcast: Back to School Checklist

• Episode #1: The Power of a Simple To-Do List to Lessen Your Mental Load

• Sign up for my Working Mom Wednesday email

• Learn more about coaching and apply here