3 Daily Habits to Feel More Productive Working From Home with a Baby
Not leaving your house all day & trying to bounce a teething baby to sleep while you try to fit in just 45 minutes of work for your growing virtual assistant business could be a recipe for complete overwhelm & disaster, amiright?
…but honestly, I’ve been loving (almost) every minute of it! There have been a few bumps in the road & moments of learning what works (& what doesn’t work) over the past several months of having a newborn baby & building a successful virtual assistant business while working from home. Today on the blog, I’m sharing 3 daily habits I use to keep myself feeling grounded & productive working from home mom with a baby in tow. These 3 daily habits have not only helped me feel more productive & actually get more done throughout the day, but they’ve also helped me be more present with my kiddos and show up as a better, calmer wife & mama all around… I call that a win-win!
3 Daily Habits to Feel More Productive Working From Home with a Baby
#1 Do Your Hair & Makeup Every Morning
TRUTH: I’m kind of a monster before my morning shower... just ask my hubby. I used to think I just “wasn’t a morning person,” but then I realized if I just start my day by taking 15-20 minutes to actually get ready by hopping in the shower, throwing on a cute outfit, & doing my hair and makeup quick… I actually feel more productive & more human than staying in my pajamas until after breakfast. Even if it’s just a little mascara & a messy topknot, the extra effort really does pay off - and puts me in a better mood, which is a win for everyone!
#2 Eat Lunch at the Same Time Everyday
This tip may sound strange, but anyone with a newborn baby knows that being “on a schedule” is a lifesaver for newborn sleep and an all-around happy baby. I’ve found having a newborn baby has actually helped me stick to my own schedule so much better, too, which is good for so many reasons. It not only helps my brain differentiate morning from afternoon but keeps me from “working through lunch” and burning myself out.
#3 Schedule a Time to Actually Leave the House
Whether it’s a daily walk, a trip to grandma’s house, or even just a car ride around the neighborhood to listen to music and take in the scenery, it’s nice to have an adventure to look forward to when you’re balancing mom life + work from home life simultaneously all day long!
If you’re working to find that perfect work / life balance between being a stay-at-home mama & building a thriving work-from-home business, these daily habits will help you to start feeling more productive & actually getting more done while still being fully present with your baby when it matters most!
xo, Adrianna
PS I’m hosting an online course + 1-on-1 coaching program during the month of October for stay-at-home moms wanting to learn how to become a virtual assistant + make an income while working from home. From setting up your virtual assistant business from scratch + landing your first paying clients in the next 30 days, this course will take you step-by-step through every decision you’ll need to make and how to fast-track your success and start earning $1000+/month working from home! If you’re interested, send me a quick email here + I’ll send you more details… there’s still time to join, module 1 goes LIVE on October 5th!
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