Attention all “Soccer Moms”

As all sports moms and moms-alike do on a daily basis….keeping the family team organized while balancing a hectic schedule is no small feat.  The organizational skills required to chauffeur everyone around and to get to events on time, while being the loudest cheerleader on the sidelines doesn’t leave a ton of time for making dinner or other important chores around the household.

So, here are some tips to keep you on top of things, the family on track and everyone having fun.

Planning: Keep them Organized

It’s easy to keep yourself organized….but, keeping the little munchkins organized as well is a tough gig.  Therefore, the best way to keep everyone communicating and up-to-date on plans is to centralize a “calendar of events” in one easy to see, central location around your house, such as on the fridge door…..all kids love to eat, right?.  Along with the sports practice and game schedule, be sure to include play-dates and school projects.

Transportation:  Getting them there on time!

Beside the list on the fridge, put another list of all the items you need for the day (include sports equipment, school supplies and food).  This way if everyone knows what items they are responsible for bringing they might be less likely to forget something.

Snacks: Keep them Energized

Pre-game snacks that are high in protein provide long-lasting energy.  Keep a cooler in the car that can hold pre-game munchies like veggies, yogurt, cheese slices and fruit.  Remember to bring drinks for hydration….a hydrated child is a happy child J

Pep Talks:  Keep them Positive

Rushing from one event to another can leave a child drained and negative.  Make sure you keep up an up-beat attitude and it will rub off on your kids.

Dinner:  Keep Them Growing

A warm meal is a great opportunity to regroup and discuss the day with your whole family….and their friends.  You never know who will show up for dinner.  Use easy recipes (try a slowcooker) that make enough food for leftovers or for unexpected guests.  Use your imagination….and try to keep dinner fun.

Sports Moms should never forget that the most important “tool” they have is their family.  From helping  to set the table to slicing cheese for snacks or organizing equipment in the back of the minivan (or SUV), when everyone chips in, there is less stress, more fun and a more cheerful Sports Mom!!!!