If you're like me and starting the new year with a new planner, don't hesitate to make a mess. Don't save it for the "perfect" start, or the "right way" to use it. Get in there and make a mess. You bought it to use it!

As working moms, we need to make more decisions in advance so we're not faced with decision fatigue at the end of the day. We need rhythms for our families that everyone understands so we're not the gatekeeper of information. And we need to know that we have the time and space to take care of ourselves and even have a little fun along the way.

Let go of the idea that journaling is a beautifully perfect experience and write for the feeling you'll have after you've written.

If you have an area of your life that looks great from the outside but feels "off" behind the scenes, pay attention to that alert. Then ask yourself why… and these three other questions.

How many times a day do you think of something you need to do? It's no wonder our to-do lists grow faster than we can take action. But as much as you tell yourself that these things have to get done, that you have no choice but to do them, the reality is you'd rather do them than face the consequences.

As working moms, we can often feel the need for me-time. Knowing what you really need and finding opportunities to make it happen are important for your self-care.

There’s no doubt about it - the holiday season is a wee bit stressful for moms, working or not. But, there are things you can do to help yourself snap out of overwhelm. Things that can help you stop spiraling in that feeling of being out of control, and ground you in the present moment and the realities of the situation.

Do you ever look at another mom’s life and wish for what she has while simultaneously listing off every reason as to why you can’t do what she does? Before you say "I can't" you need to decide if it's even something you want.

The holiday season. There are so many options and so many people to see that instead of slowing down and creating an intentional end-of-year, you end up overbooking yourself and feeling completely exhausted by the time it's all over. Are you ready to try something different with your family this year?

As your kids grow and age and start to see you as an individual and not just as "mom", who will they see? Have you thought about how you’re bridging the gap between who you are today and who you want your kids to remember? It can be emotional, but it’s so vitally important.

Switching your energy and focus to productive work can be trying when you have been dealing with the demands of your children. Often, time carved out for work is the only alone time you have in your day - so you find yourself checking out a bit before jumping into productivity. You end up frustrated with yourself because you’ve lost valuable time aimlessly scrolling the internet or socials. Try these actionable steps to make the transition easier.

When someone suggests trying to “do less” a working mom immediately has a million questions. How could I possibly do less? What would I have to delete from my life in order to do less? Everything is a priority, so what could I possibly eliminate? But doing less isn’t necessarily about removing things from your life, but instead about listening to yourself and your energy level, being present and focusing in a different way.