There’s a lot of ‘eurgh, back to school’ feeling today. And it’s never a good idea to start a day on a negative. So try and incorporate some positivity into the routine. While you’re getting the kids dressed, talk to them about what they’ll be doing: Is there sport today, or a good assembly planned?
Essentially, this is reversing the, ‘How was your day’ part of the routine, to ask, ‘How might your day be?’ Be positive about your own day, too. This is another tip on leading by example: If you’re struggling to get dressed, moaning about your schedule, what do you expect from the kids?
4. Choose Your Outfit The Night Before