Ready, set,
back to school

Heading back to school brings a return to routine (and saying goodbye to summer’s lazy days). It’s a time of transition—not just for kids, but for ourselves, too. To make sure you’re ready to embrace this fresh start together, we’re here to help you refresh the routine, stock up on supplies and stay open to all the wonder, joy and learning along the way.

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8 back-to-school hacks that’ll save you time, mama

The busy season is about to begin.

Encouraging phrases to say on the

first day

"You're capable of anything you set your mind to."

"You don't have to be the best at everything; you just need to try your best."

"Every mistake is a lesson."

"Magic happens outside of your comfort zone."

"I believe in you."

"It's about the journey, not just the destination."

"Treat others how you want to be treated."

"I'm going to drop you off, then you'll meet your teacher, and have lunch…"

"I can't wait to hear about your day."

"Be yourself."

Smart ways to refresh the routine

Here’s how to avoid the back-to-school lunch slump this year

Here’s how to avoid the back-to-school lunch slump this year

How to make the transition back to early mornings a little easier for the whole family

How to make the transition back to early mornings a little easier for the whole family

How 'habit stacking' can improve your family's routines—and happiness

How 'habit stacking' can improve your family's routines—and happiness

13 routines & activities to prep kids for back-to-school

13 routines & activities to prep kids for back-to-school

The one thing your child needs to get ready for kindergarten? More sleep, says AAP

The one thing your child needs to get ready for kindergarten? More sleep, says AAP

This simple habit solved my son's after-school restraint collapse

This simple habit solved my son's after-school restraint collapse

MotherlyLoves: BTS must-haves

Junior Original Book Pack, 17L, Print

Junior Original Book Pack, 17L, Print

Bentgo Kids Prints 2-in-1 Backpack & Lunch Bag

Bentgo Kids Prints 2-in-1 Backpack & Lunch Bag

Rodgers lunch box

Rodgers Lunch Box

Funkins Insulated Lunch Bag

Funkins Insulated Lunch Bag

Bentgo® Kids Bento-Style 5-Compartment Leak-Proof Lunch Box

Bentgo® Kids Bento-Style 5-Compartment Leak-Proof Lunch Box

PlanetBox Rover Stainless Steel Bento Lunch Box

PlanetBox Rover Stainless Steel Bento Lunch Box

Owala FreeSip Insulated Stainless Steel Water Bottle with Straw

Owala Kids FreeSip Insulated Stainless Steel Water Bottle with Straw

Stasher Reusable Silicone Storage Bag

Stasher Premium Silicone Reusable Food Storage Bags

CamelBak Eddy+ Kids Water Bottle with Straw

CamelBak Eddy+ Kids Water Bottle with Straw

Fit & Fresh Cool Coolers Kids Lunch Box Ice Packs

Fit & Fresh Cool Coolers Kids Lunch Box Ice Packs

THERMOS FUNTAINER 10 Ounce

Thermos Funtainer 10 Ounce Stainless Steel

Check off your list: Back-to-school shopping guides

20 best backpacks for kids–from preschool & beyond

20 best backpacks for kids–from preschool & beyond

13 tried and tested lunch boxes for kids of all ages

13 tried and tested lunch boxes for kids of all ages

Here's how I'm preparing for my kids' sick days this year

Here's how I'm preparing for my kids' sick days this year

25+ back-to-school shoes for kids of all ages

25+ back-to-school shoes for kids of all ages

12 best reusable food containers for your kid's lunches

12 best reusable food containers for your kid's lunches

Our favorite stainless steel water bottles for toddlers

Our favorite stainless steel water bottles for toddlers

Calm first-day jitters

I'm the mom who cried after dropping my kid off for their first day of kindergarten

I'm the mom who cried after dropping my kid off for their first day of kindergarten

9 tips to ease your child's anxiety—and your own!—about going back to school

9 tips to ease your child's anxiety—and your own!—about going back to school

How to handle difficult school drop-offs, according to an expert

How to handle difficult school drop-offs, according to an expert

This mom’s secret to easing separation anxiety is just as heartwarming as it is effective

This mom’s secret to easing separation anxiety is just as heartwarming as it is effective

First day of school drop off: 6 things you can do to ease their jitters

First day of school drop off: 6 things you can do to ease their jitters

Mom shares powerful refrain that helps both parents and kids with clingy drop-offs

Mom shares powerful refrain that helps both parents and kids with clingy drop-offs

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22 questions to ask your kid instead of “How was school?”

22 questions to ask your kid instead of “How was school?”

After-school restraint collapse is real—here’s how to help your child

After-school restraint collapse is real—here’s how to help your child

11 important phrases that help you connect with your child's teachers

11 important phrases that help you connect with your child's teachers

To the mom who is saddened by the start of school

To the mom who is saddened by the start of school

Viral TikTok reminds parents to avoid posting certain back-to-school pics for safety concerns

Viral TikTok reminds parents to avoid posting certain back-to-school pics for safety concerns

Researchers find a little childhood independence can reduce kids’ anxiety

Researchers find a little childhood independence can reduce kids’ anxiety